The Importance of ANSI/SPRI/FM 4435/ES-1

Why is Coping and Fascia Important?

3% of the total project cost, stronger edge metal is the single most cost-effective enhancement for wind uplift on a commercial roof.

Source: FM Approved Product News Vol. 21 No. 2 2005
Source: ANSI/SPRI/FM 4435/ES-1 Wind Design Standard for Edge Systems Used with Low Slope Roofing Systems.

What is ANSI/SPRI/FM 4435/ES-1? 

• ANSI/SPRI/FM 4435/ES-1 is a test standard developed to determine an edge metal system’s resistance to wind pressure.  

• Establishes minimum acceptable criteria for edge metal performance against wind events.  

• Based on ASCE-7 design loads for buildings & other structures.  

• Pressures are reported as Horizontal (outward) and Vertical (upward) pounds/sq foot (psf).

4 Factors Used to Determine Necessary Pressure  

1. Building Exposure (What is the geographical surroundings of the building?)  

2. Building Category (How is the building going to be used/occupied?) 

3. Building Height  

4. ​Building Location

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3 Test Methods Depending on the Edge Profile Being Used