As the saying goes, when nature is at its worst, buildings need to be at their best. Roofs, for example, are designed to keep weather out. But as weather gets more extreme, roofs are being asked to withstand more. This session will explore what goes into optimal roof design. Join us to learn about the new wind requirements in ASCE 2022, ways to design roofs to resist high winds, best practices for designing for very severe hail, and ways to manage water from large rain events.
Learning Objectives
- Discover how to apply the foundational elements of ASCE 7 when determining wind loads acting on a building.
- Examine the code requirements for edge metal and the importance of edge metal for overall wind resistance.
- Discuss best practices for designing a roof to resist very severe hail.
- Evaluate options for managing water from large rain events, including tapered insulation along with water retention and detention.