Improving wind performance of mechanically attached single ply membrane roof systems: Lessons from Hurricane Andrew

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Abstract
This paper describes mechanically attached single-plyh roofing sytems' damage and failure modes, discusses unique aspects of performance of this type of roof system in hurricane-prone regions and provides recommendations for enhanced performance in hurricane-pron and other high-wind regions. Investigated roofs include PVC, PVC blends and CSPE (Hypalon).

Date
5/1995

Author(s)
Thomas Smith

Page(s)
322-348

Source
International Waterproofing Assn.

Keyword(s)
wind performance; Hurricane Andrew; mechanically attached; flashing; coping; aging effect; codes; design; workmanship

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