METALCON 2022

The History and Future of Metal Retrofit Roofing (Room Best Practices Learning Center)

14 Oct 22
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM

Tracks: Building Envelope

Metal retrofit roofing started in the 1970's and is continuing strong in 2022. From metal-over-metal to converting a flat roof to a pitched metal roof, the demand from a continually growing inventory of aging sloped and flat roofs has provided an ample supply of opportunities for contractors, manufacturers, engineers, architects and roof consultants to satisfy that demand. This session will explore the history of metal retrofit roofing through the bright future it has today. Metal roofs have the lowest life cycle cost, lasting well over 60 years, if properly designed and installed. The true value of a new metal retrofit roof over an old metal or flat roof continues to grow for the building owners. Currently there are exceptional growth opportunities in this market with limited specifying and contracting competition. Learn from the past success in this market and help it grow into the future.

Learning Objectives

  • Find out about the life expectancy of Galvalume metal Roofs from an MCA study
  • Learn the “nuts and bolts” of installing a new metal roof over an existing roof
  • Learn about the basic design of metal retrofit roof framing, including existing framing
  • Understand the basic design of metal roofs from wind loads to panel testing
  • Discover opportunities in pursing this market

     THIS SESSION QUALIFIES FOR 1 AIA LU

     

     
    Registration includes access to all exhibits, education sessions on the showfloor, keynotes and networking events.