B1020−Roof Construction

Hurricane Ian’s aftermath: Code-approved lessons and results

August 17, 2023

Advancements in hurricane building science, continuous code improvements, and the success of code-approved products have made it possible to design more resilient structures in hurricane zones. The widely acclaimed success of Babcock Ranch, a solar-powered community 32 km (20 mi) inland from Ft. Myers, is a testament to how far the building and testing industry has come.

The benefits of using architectural zinc in roofing and wall claddings

June 2, 2023

For roofing and wall cladding products, architectural zinc’s inherent metallic properties can help reduce the embodied carbon footprint for residential and commercial buildings, and improve their energy-efficient, climate-resilient, long-lasting performance.

High-performance coating systems

January 31, 2022

Its aluminum-clad exterior was refinished with a polyvinylidene fluoride-based coating system, restoring the building’s façade to last

Preservation and adaptive reuse: Strict adherence to standards reaps rewards

October 8, 2021

Adaptive reuse is a process of retrofitting old buildings for new uses allowing structures to retain their historic integrity while providing for occupants’ modern needs. These projects preserve what’s best about historic properties, but develop them in a way that is modern and usable, and infuse new life into historic buildings.

Curved metal roof welcomes moviegoers at Florida theater

July 12, 2021

Designed by architects with the RLS Design Group, the sweeping metal roof over the entrance at Regal Cinemas in Gainesville, Florida, helps it stand out among the surrounding stores and restaurants.

Minnesota’s historic Rand Tower renovation utilizes EPDM roofing

January 20, 2021

On the historic Rand Tower in Minneapolis, Minnesota, ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) roofing was used to tackle the complex renovations to the building.

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B1020−Roof Construction

Analyzing impact of building materials to address climate change

Hurricane Ian’s aftermath: Code-approved lessons and results

The benefits of using architectural zinc in roofing and wall claddings

High-performance coating systems

Preservation and adaptive reuse: Strict adherence to standards reaps rewards

Curved metal roof welcomes moviegoers at Florida theater

Minnesota’s historic Rand Tower renovation utilizes EPDM roofing

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B1020−Roof Construction

Analyzing impact of building materials to address climate change

Hurricane Ian’s aftermath: Code-approved lessons and results

The benefits of using architectural zinc in roofing and wall claddings

High-performance coating systems

Preservation and adaptive reuse: Strict adherence to standards reaps rewards

Curved metal roof welcomes moviegoers at Florida theater

Minnesota’s historic Rand Tower renovation utilizes EPDM roofing

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