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6 Do’s and Don’ts of Roof Supports

Posted by Marion McKnight on August 19, 2015

Properly installed and maintained rooftop equipment can be a great way to optimize otherwise unusable space – but the “properly installed and maintained” part is critical. Every component – the equipment, the roof supports, and the bases – has to work together the way it’s supposed to. Here’s what you need to know to make your roof supports an asset rather than a liability. 

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Topics: Installation Tips, Rooftop Support Engineering

Roof Supports: Catastrophes and Prevention Tips

Posted by Art Valentz on July 1, 2015

If you’re in this business long enough, you’re going to see any number of seemingly minor mistakes result in disastrous consequences. Businesses are under constant pressure to control costs, so it’s easy to understand why a building owner or facilities manager might try to save a few dollars. But, all too often, cutting those corners winds up costing far more than it would have to do the job right in the first place.

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Topics: Rooftop Support Engineering, Roofing Management

Comparing Your Roof Support Material Options

Posted by Marion McKnight on June 1, 2015

Your roof support system is only as good as the materials used to build it. Since roof supports undergo constant exposure to the elements, protection from corrosion is essential. The process that protects roofing materials from corrosion is called galvanization. There are a few different ways to accomplish it, but the methods do produce somewhat different results. And, when it comes to roof support systems, those differences matter.

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Topics: Rooftop Support Engineering, Roofing Management

Why We Love Green Roofs (and Why You Should, Too!)

Posted by Art Valentz on May 13, 2015

Green roofs are not new. In fact, the concept extends all the way back to the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. But the move toward sustainable roofing systems and environmental responsibility has cast them in a new light. Companies everywhere, especially in urban areas, are investigating the benefits to see whether a green roof would be a good investment for their company. They’re discovering that there are quite a few benefits.

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Topics: Rooftop Support Engineering, Roofing Management

4 Places to Install Roof Walkways

Posted by Marion McKnight on April 28, 2015

Your rooftop does a lot more than protect your business from the elements. Your roof can be a platform for HVAC units, vents, antennae, satellite dishes, elevator equipment, skylights, and, for some businesses, even a meeting space. Because rooftops can be such busy places, roof walkways are an important part of protecting both your roof and the people who use it to do their jobs. But you don’t want to turn the entire rooftop into a walkway, so the question becomes where exactly do you need them most? In short, anywhere you need to protect the roof or ensure roof safety for your workers.

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Topics: Rooftop Support Engineering, Roofing Management

Installation Mistakes to Avoid: Roof Pipe Supports

Posted by Marion McKnight on March 25, 2015

Nothing is more frustrating than having to go back and fix an installation that wasn’t done right the first time. When it comes to installing piping or ductwork on a rooftop, the pipe support design and system are the most important elements that often get overlooked. These oversights can result in unnecessary and costly repairs.

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Topics: Installation Tips, Rooftop Support Engineering

Insider Guide to Protecting Your Roof Supports from High Wind

Posted by Marion McKnight on March 17, 2015

Whether there are hurricanes and tropical storms on the coasts, or tornadoes and damaging straight winds inland, high winds have the potential to inflict serious damage on buildings. And rooftop structures are particularly vulnerable to wind damage! As the interface between roof equipment and the building envelope, your roof supports are a critical element to consider in your precautions against high wind events.  

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Topics: Rooftop Support Engineering, Roofing Management

What is Considered When Granting a PE Stamp?

Posted by John Engle on March 4, 2015

A PE stamp shows your commitment to the standards of proper engineering and signifies to the public that a PE has taken professional responsibility for your project. A great deal is considered when granting a PE stamp. This is an inside look at the professional engineer stamp process for rooftop support systems:

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Topics: Rooftop Support Engineering

5 Reasons to Get a PE Stamp

Posted by John Engle on February 10, 2015

Should you get a professional engineer stamp? According to the National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE), government agencies, educational institutions, and private industries are requiring contract work with licensed professional engineers in greater numbers today. Not only is a PE Stamp of higher demand, it also shows that you hold your work to a higher standard. So, in other words, yes, you should.

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Topics: Rooftop Support Engineering

How to Prepare Your Roof Pipe Supports for an Earthquake

Posted by Art Valentz on January 26, 2015

If you live in a part of the world that is susceptible to earthquakes, it is absolutely imperative that you take steps to insure that the roof pipe supports are up to the challenge. While it’s always a good idea to work with an experienced pipe support design professional when mapping out any new (or retrofitted) rooftop support system, this is especially important when the building is located in an area with frequent seismic activity.

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Topics: Installation Tips, Rooftop Support Engineering

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