What is a FM approved roof?
Table of Contents
What is a FM approved roof?
An FM approval is based on the entire roofing assembly. A roof assembly is defined by everything that makes up the roof, from the deck to the top-most layer. In order for an American Weather Star system to be FM approved, it must be tested by FM (Factory Mutual) at one of their testing facilities.
What does FM approved mean?
FM approvals is the independent testing arm of international insurance carrier, FM Global. FM approvals uses scientific research and testing to make sure products conform to the highest standards for safety and property loss prevention. Products that pass get the “FM APPROVED” mark.
What is a RoofNav?
RoofNav is a complimentary tool from FM Approvals that provides access to the most up-to-date FM Approved roofing products and assemblies.
What is FM Global with roofing?
FM Global is a commercial and industrial property insurance company that, according to its website, is guided by the belief that most losses can be prevented. “FM Global is influencing our industry tremendously by codifying or standardizing roof designs, mandating safer, fire-, and wind-rated roofs.
What does Factory Mutual mean?
Definition of factory mutual : a mutual insurance company organized for the purpose of insuring factories and factory properties exclusively.
How do you calculate wind uplift on a roof?
Calculation: • Uplift per square foot of roof is -41.2 (per the above table). Corner post uplift area = 5′ x 6′ = 30sf • Corner post uplift = 30sf x -41.2psf = -1236 lbs. Other post uplift area = 5′ x 12′ = 60sf • Other post uplift = 60sf x -41.2psf = -2472 lbs.
What are FM Global standards?
This business unit sets standards of excellence and certifies products and services for companies worldwide. When you see a product or service with the FM APPROVED mark, you’ll know it meets our high property loss prevention product testing and certification standards.
What does FM quality mean?
FM Approvals is the quality mark issued by FM Global for products that comply with the high demands FM Global makes. One of the requirements for taking out an insurance with FM Global is that the materials used for a building to be insured are FM Approved.
