Retrofit with Metal Systems

Metal roofing continues to grow in popularity and in market share across building sectors. Understanding the factors influencing the choice of materials, forming of panels and proper installation techniques, improves contractor efficiency and building owner satisfaction.  In this series of clinics, presenters from the Metal Construction Association and Metal Roofing Alliance, discuss choosing the right material for the job, present industry best practices for the installation of metal shingles and standing seam panels and demonstrate proper techniques for on-site rollforming.

The increasing emphasis on sustainability and building energy performance will drive greater demand for the retrofit of existing buildings.  Metals sustainability and performance attributes make it the preferred choice for retrofitting existing roofs.  But not all retrofits are the same.  Join presenter DJ Highnote and Charlie Smith as they discuss the nuances of retrofitting over various roofing systems and facilitating the installation of photovoltaic systems. 

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the structure considerations in deciding to retrofit an existing roof
2. Retrofiting over through fastened panel with standing seam to facilitate the installation of photovoltaic
3. What you need to know about retrofitting over asphalt shingles vs metal

Charlie Smith, Official Building Specialist, McElroy Metals, has been on a passionate mission to expand the use of metal roofing in non-conventional methods. Charlie’s efforts have made him one of the industry’s foremost authorities on recover systems utilizing metal roofing. Charlie holds several patents in the recover field including both metal-over-metal and metal-over-shingle solutions. Charlie co-wrote the two day IIBEC (RCI) Metal Roofing course and is a frequent presenter at IIBEC and other roofing industry events. In 2018, Charlie was presented the “Outstanding Educator Award” from RCI in recognition of continuous delivery of exceptional educational courses.

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