Architectural Sheet Metal Manual

This completely updated publication contains the most comprehensive recommended practices available for proper design and installation of custom-fabricated architectural sheet metal including roof drainage system design for scuppers, gutters and downspouts. Features an expanded historical restoration section covering skylights, cornices, domes, and spires; new moisture and maintenance guide on underlayments; mechanical fasteners and soldering qualification guidance; and updated metals selection data. Offers new construction techniques and alternative methods of design and installation reflecting climatic conditions and rainfall rates. An upfront, fast look-up key speeds information retrieval. Also covers flashing, metal roofs, copings, gravel-stop fascia. Includes wind uplift pressure test reports confirming superior performance of custom-fabricated metal roofing. Applies to commercial, industrial, and residential buildings.