Detail courtesy of Al Mejia, IRT-Paragon Inc. Equipment SupportThis detail should be used to support mechanical equipment, piping, signs, and similar equipment that does not penetrate through the deck. The
Perimeter foundation insulation is required in colder climates to reduce the heat loss from a slab-on-grade to the below grade foundation wall. In most cases, the insulation is only required
Detail courtesy of the NRCA. Roof drains are provided throughout the roof to remove water from the roof surface. The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) and most membrane manufacturers require
This gravel stop detail is courtesy of the NRCA. The NRCA suggests avoiding (where possible) flashing details that require rigid metal flanges to be embedded or sandwiched into the roof
Metal Roof Seam ConfigurationMetal roofs have steadily gained popularity in the United States. One industry estimate indicates that nearly two-thirds of all new steep-slope nonresidential roofs are constructed of metal.
Vents: Two Pieces Are Better Than One Vents are installed through the roof to relieve vapor pressure (in the form of water or gas) from the interior of the building into
Expansion joint with pre-manufactured cover. Expansion Joints, Control Joints & Area Dividers: Differences and Uses for EachAlthough completed expansion joints and control joints on roof surfaces appear similar, there are