Elements of a Collapse March 04, 1996 Elements of a Collapse Abstract Each study of a catastrophic fire or wind blow-off could begin with one question: What did the loss preven¬ tion agency (insurer) require in terms of construction? The same would be an appropriate starting point for investigation of collapse events; however, the governing building code may have as much […] Read More
Wind Takes RICOWI North March 04, 1996 Wind Takes RICOWI North Philip Dregger received his Master of Science degree in civil engineering with honors from the University of Minnesota. After gaining experience in cold region roofing and waterproofing in St. Paul, Minnesota, he came to the West Coast and is currently president and senior consultant of Technical Roof Services, Inc., in […] Read More
Don’t Tear It Off — Metal Is Different! March 04, 1996 Don’t Tear It Off — Metal Is Different! Rob Haddock is director of the Metal Roof Advisory Group, Ltd., a consulting firm in Colorado Springs, Co., performing a variety of services for a world-wide clientele. Rob has a background in the “nuts and bolts” of contracting that includes 15 years operating one of the […] Read More
INTERNATIONAL COLUMN – UNITED KINGDOM: Getting the Roof Right the First Time February 04, 1996 INTERNATIONAL COLUMN – UNITED KINGDOM Getting the Roof Right the First Time By Keith Roberts, BSc CEng MICE MIStructE After graduating from the University of Birmingham, Keith Roberts worked for Taylor Woodrow Construction on several major construction sites, followed by periods with Allot and Lomax Consulting Engineers and the Science and Engineering Research Council. He […] Read More
Metal Roofing: How Hard Can It Be? February 04, 1996 Metal Roofing: How Hard Can It Be? Robert Stanford is a professional metal roof consultant and principal of his firm Robert Stanford & Associates, located in Missouri City, Texas. He has 25 years construction experience in architectural metal roofing systems as ‘well as substantial experience in commercial real estate, property management, sales, and income […] Read More
Roof Membrane Warranties: Who Needs Them? January 04, 1996 Roof Membrane Warranties: Who Needs Them? By Robb G. Smith, RRC, RRO Robb Smith Robb Smith established his consult¬ ing firm, Advanced Roof Technology, in 1988, after eight years experience in the roofing industry. His practice serves clients in Arizona, California, and Nevada. Robb joined RCI in 1988 and achieved the status of Registered Roof […] Read More
Short Term Roof Inspections: Guidance Notes for the Adoption of a Safe System of Work January 04, 1996 Short Term Roof Inspections: Guidance Notes for the Adoption of a Safe System of Work After graduating from the University of Birmingham (England), Keith Roberts worked for Taylor Woodrow Construc¬ tion on several major construction sites, followed by periods with Allot and Lomax Consulting Engineers and the Science and Engineering Research Council. He is […] Read More
Off With Richard Horowitz’s Head January 04, 1996 Off with Richard Horowitz’s Head By Victor Bedikian The following article brought a smile to Dick’s face whenever he spoke of it. For this reason, we have decided to reprint it here. It was originally published in the June 1987 issue of Interface. ries of “off with his head” were heard around the Orlando […] Read More
The Evolution of Seaming Technology for EPDM Roofing Membranes January 04, 1996 The Evolution of Seaming Technology for EPDM Roofing Membranes By Joseph J. Kalwara and Chester T. Chmiel, Ph. D. Joseph J. Kalwara Joseph (Joe) J. Kalwara, senior engi¬ neer of Firestone Building Products Company’s Technical Department, is responsible for overall lab evaluation of adhesive, sealant and tape products. In this capacity, Mr. Kalwara oversees […] Read More
RICOWI/DOE Teams Investigate Hurricane Katrina November 10, 1995 RICOWI/DOE Teams Investigate Hurricane Katrina The Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues, Inc. (RICOWI) deployed six teams to the Hurricane Katrina stricken area on September 6, 2005. Under the auspices of the Department of Energy (DOE) and Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), RICOWI investigators consisting of wind engineers, roofing material specialists, insurance analysts, structural […] Read More
