Caribbean Sunlife Specialties Corp. (CSSC), a Puerto Rico-based industrial roofing contractor announced today that the U.S. Patent for its "Non-Invasive Metal Roof Deck Securement Enhancement System" has been issued.
Jun 23, 2009
This non-invasive retrofit method to strengthen existing roof structures is highly cost effective and has minimal impact on the operations of the building during retrofit. The retrofit roof securement system has been installed on almost 1 million square feet of existing roofs throughout hurricane prone Puerto Rico. The system meets or exceeds the stringent wind uplift recommendations of FM Global, the insurance industry leader in property loss research and prevention.
Due to recent devastating hurricane and windstorm related losses many leading insurance companies are requiring building owners to retrofit the roof structures on industrial and commercial buildings to minimize the possibility of "wind uplift" during a major storm. CSSC's non-invasive retrofit method of securing existing roof structures was specifically designed to meet or exceed FM Global's exacting loss prevention standards. FM Global has had proven success in decreasing or eliminating roof losses and related interior damage and business interruption claims. As a result, many other insurance companies and property owners are adopting these stringent standards. Additionally, buildings with enhanced roof securement systems are often eligible for reduced insurance premiums reflecting the reduced risk of losses. Building owners and facilities managers should contact their insurer's loss prevention engineers for further information.
Advantages to CSSC Roof Securement Retrofit Method
In addition to exceeding FM Global's stringent wind uplift standards, CSSC's patented non-invasive exterior installation process has many benefits compared to outdated roof strengthening techniques.
The fastening system is installed directly through the existing roof
structure, while eliminating the risk of leaks during installation.
The exterior installation allows for a more complete securement of
roof areas that would otherwise be inaccessible from below due to
interior obstacles such as ducting and offices.
The fastening system precisely aligns with the existing roof joists
ensuring a more complete roof securement.
Fasteners can be installed side by side, or "double-stitched" to
maximize available fastening surface and provide exceptionally high
wind uplift ratings.
The retrofit process is much quicker than alternative securement
methods and never interrupts sensitive operations within the building.
Completely eliminates the possibility of interior exposure to the
elements while retrofitting.
Environmental, Safety, and Health Benefits of the CSSC System
CSSC's retrofit system minimizes the use of new materials by using the
existing roof system as its base.
Retrofitting existing roof systems saves landfill space; approximately
1 cubic foot of landfill space is saved for each 4 square feet of roof area.
The non-invasive installation process does not require asbestos
monitoring
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