- Author
- Cullen, W. C. | Rossiter, W. J. | Mathey, R. G. | Clifton, J. R.
- Title
- Low-Sloped Roofing Research Plan. Final Report.
- Coporate
- National Bureau of Standards, Washington, DC William C. Cullen Associates, Inc., Potomac, MD
- Report
- NBS SP 659, July 1983,
- Distribution
- Available from National Technical Information Service
- Keywords
- buildings; roofing; membranes; thermal insulation; maintenance; design standards
- Abstract
- This report presents a long-range plan for roofing research. The plan was developed in response to a need for roofing research addressing major materials problems and changes in low-sloped roofing materials technology. The intent of the plan is to establish the technical basis for developing standards and minimum levels of performance to assist in the selection of cost-effective and durable roofing materials. Four major areas of needed research are identified: low-sloped roofing systems, roofing membranes including single-ply and built-up, thermal insulation for roofing systems, and condition assessment and repair of roofs. Within each research area, a goal is given as well as a number of objectives to achieve the goal. A recommended approach to accomplish each objective is also given.