New MCA White Paper Addresses Best Roofing Practices
Chicago, IL - The Metal Construction Association (MCA) has
published a new white paper, Roofing Best Practices: FORTIFIED HOME
PROGRAM, available at metalconstruction.org/tech-resources.
It outlines an educational program that has been developed to provide
guidance as well as a model for certification for enhanced wind
performance for roofing applications.
The
FORTIFIED program has been developed by the Insurance Institute for
Business and Home Safety (IBHS). The program’s objective was for roofing
materials to have greater resistance to severe weather conditions and
prevent roofing failure from wind uplift and excessive wind loading. The
paper also details how the study differentiates from current IBC and
IRC requirements regarding metal roofing construction and retrofit.
The
FORTIFIED program is the result of several existing roof tests as well
as field experience dealing with this type of wind loading. The
performance levels are generally more than what is required by local
codes.
“This
is important work,” says Jeff Henry, MCA’s executive director, “We are
always seeking higher safety standards, and this study shows a clear
path to safer roofing installation.”
The white paper is free for download on the MCA website in the resources section.
About The Metal Construction Association
Founded
in 1983, MCA represents over 100 member companies that manufacture and
distribute products for the metal construction industry. The
association’s mission is to promote the use of metal in the building
envelope. Member volunteers collaborate on projects to educate
contractors and architects about best practices for metal design and
installation, while also ensuring compliance with evolving building
codes and standards that support safety, sustainability, and
performance. Companies involved in MCA benefit greatly from activities
focused on research, codes and standards, market development, and
technical programs. For more information, visit www.metalconstruction.org.
