An Introduction to Roofing Systems
| Author | : J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. |
| Publisher | : Guyer Partners |
| Total Pages | : 63 |
| Release | : 2018-02-22 |
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| Rating | : 4/5 ( Downloads) |
Download or read book An Introduction to Roofing Systems written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2018-02-22 with total page 63 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory design guidance for civil and architectural engineers interested in roofing systems for buildings. Here is what is discussed: 1. STARTING POINTS FOR ROOF SYSTEM SELECTION 2. SELECTION CONSIDERATIONS FOR STEEP ROOFING SYSTEMS 3. SELECTION CONSIDERATIONS FOR LOW-SLOPE (MEMBRANE) ROOFING 4. RE-ROOFING AND RE-COVERING 5. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES 6. DETAILED INFORMATION 7. USING PRINCIPAL DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS TO REDUCE THE NUMBER OF POSSIBLE ROOF SYSTEMS 8. CONSIDERATIONS WHEN SPECIFYING LOW-SLOPE (HYDROSTATIC) MEMBRANE ROOFING 9. PRINCIPAL CONSIDERATIONS WHEN SPECIFYING STEEP-SLOPE (WATERSHEDDING) ROOFING 10. ADDITIONAL CRITERIA AND DISCUSSION.
