Wind Test To Roofing

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Wind test to roofing.

The test procedure is then based on placing the roof assembly into the test chamber and subjecting it to a prescribed sequence of 5 phases of oscillating positive and negative pressure cycles simulating dynamic wind conditions over 80 minutes of total testing. A wind mitigation inspection is a visual examination of the condition of your roof and the techniques used during its construction. This test determines the uplift resistance of roof assemblies consisting of the roof deck and roof covering materials by evaluating the comparative resistance of roof assemblies to positive and negative pressures. Ul 580 is the standard for tests for uplift resistance of roof assemblies.

For mechanically attached single ply roofing systems the test involves building a roof assembly on a test frame that measures 12 feet by 24 feet. The bulk of the wind uplift design approach presented by the fll german guideline for the planning execution and upkeep of green roofs consists primarily in first calculating the building s wind loads in accordance with european standards and in line with the above testing procedure. Fm loss prevention data sheet 1 52 fm 1 52 field uplift tests provides for two methods of testing wind uplift resistance. Unlike a typical home inspection a wind mit inspection focuses on your roof.

Hrt employed a wind simulator figure 4 capable of producing wind speeds up to 175 mph and compliant with astm d3161 standard test method for wind resistance of steep slope roofing products fan induced method. The specific test that pertains to wind uplift utilizes a test apparatus designed by fm approvals. Consumer reports reveals the best roofing shingles from its comprehensive tests including 3 tab architectural and multilayered architectural asphalt shingles. This type of test protocol is well respected and recognised in germany.

Types of wind uplift tests. The negative pressure test utilizes a five foot by five foot dome that is placed over the roofing membrane surface. The test frame has the appropriate roof deck attached to supports. For this reason someone will need to be present to allow the inspector to access the attic and view the underside of your roof.