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The Growing Significance of Green Roofing

Four factors to consider when selecting roof edge material for your green roof system.

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Getting Up To Code on Low-Slope Roof Edge Systems

An article written by John Hickman about the importance of roof edge design in the aftermath of the 2004 Florida hurricanes and the destruction caused by Katrina and Rita to the gulf coast in 2005.

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12 Tips on Roof Edges

Roof Edges can be a major locus of failure in low-slope roofs. Our experts offer a dozen design tips to ensure that you're covered - all the way to the edge.

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Why ES-1?

A quick reference quide of frequently asked questions concerning the ANSI/SPRI ES-1 Roof Edge Standard required by the 2003 International Building Code.

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Pre-Manufactured or Shop-Fabricated?

When specifying and purchasing metal roof edge many specifiers and contractors struggle with the decision whether to use a pre-manufactured roof edge system such as one produced by the W.P. Hickman Company or to use a shop-fabricated product made by the roofing contractor or local sheet metal shop.

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Fluoropolymer Finishes

W.P. Hickman Company uses a variety of fluoropolymer finishes on its metal roof edge products.

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