Roofing Solutions for Alpine Regions
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Currently, there are no national or state codes relating to snow retention for roofing applications. Consequently, it is very important for building professionals to take extra care when designing a snow retention system for installations in snowy environments. This course provides a review of the problems and solutions associated with roofing in cold climates, including a discussion on the proper engineering of snow retention devices.
Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:
- State the common roofing challenges that are unique to cold climates.
- Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the everyday solutions to snow and ice difficulties.
- Compare the accepted roof design practices in Europe to those in the United States and Canada.
- Explain the concepts and effectiveness of roof ventilation and snow retention in reducing snow and ice problems and R-value.
- List the factors to be considered in the proper engineering of snow retention devices.
Approximately 1 hour. Delivered online, at your own pace.
Presented by Terry Anderson on behalf of TRA Snow & Sun. View the Privacy Policy .
Presenter Information
Name: Terry Anderson
Title: President, TRA Snow & Sun, Inc.
Background: Terry E. Anderson has been in the roofing industry for over 35 years. He is the owner of Anderson Associates Consulting and President of TRA Snow & Sun, Inc., a manufacturer of engineered snow retention and solar mounting solutions. Anderson was sought after to solve tile roof problems, eventually researching solutions to the frequent structural damage caused by sliding snow and ice. Traveling to Europe, Terry studied how the roofing industry there successfully dealt with snow and ice issues. Using his years of experience and research, he coauthored Concrete and Clay Tile Roof Design Criteria for Cold and Snow Regions. Anderson founded TRA Snow & Sun and is recognized as a leader in snow retention systems. He is a member of RCI, WSRCA, and on the technical committee for the Tile Roofing Institute (TRI).
