“Understanding ANSI/SPRI/FM 4435/ES-1 Standards” and “Gutters & ANSI/SPRI GT-1”

On Tuesday, May 17^th , Dean Brown of Congress Associates will present an in-person AIA/HSW and IIBED continuing education credits for each  program.  Titles are “ Understanding ANSI/SPRI/FM 4435/ES-1 Standards” and “Gutters & ANSI/SPRI GT-1” at Citrus Restaurant in Milford, CT.

Presentation Overview:  Understanding ANSI/SPRI/FM 4435/ES-1 Standards

The roof edge serves as the building’s first line of defense against damaging winds and severe weather. That’s why specifying a roof edge to be compliant with ANSI/SPRI/FM 4435/ES-1 and other important testing standards to meet building code is critical.

Discussion points include:

• The importance of edge metal.
• Understanding the impact of wind.
• Why ANSI/SPRI/FM 4435/ES-1 is necessary.
• ANSI/SPRI/FM 4435/ES-1 test methods.
• How to calculate wind design pressure to comply with code requirements.

Presentation Overview:  Gutters & ANSI/SPRI GT-1.

ANSI/SPRI GT-1 was added into the 2021 International Building Code, offering a holistic approach to design and testing standards for gutter systems.  As gutters are an integral part of the roof edge system, ANSI/SPRI GT-1 provides a consensus for an acceptable level of performance with real world practicality

Discussion points include:

• The importance of the GT-1 Standard.
• How GT-1 is incorporated into the IBC.
• Why the GT-1 Standard is important to Specifiers, Architects and Building Owners.
• GT-1 test methods and understanding how the pressures are calculated..

Please make your reservations with me at rolsen@jcj.com or by phone 860-240-9335.