Guidelines for designing low-slope membrane roof systems

Abstract
After reading this article, you should be able to: EXPLAIN the design considerations for low-slope membrane roof systems. DISCUSS commonly used low-slope membrane types and general building code-related roof system attributes. LIST general roof system performance criteria, the differences between low-slope membrane types, and applicable material standards. UNDERSTAND the advantages of cover board use with low-slope roof membranes.

Date
2/2015

Author(s)
Jason Wilen

Page(s)
45-50E

Source
Building Design + Construction

Keyword(s)
Roof system; low-slope; membrane; design; code; compliant; contract; documents

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