The durability and resilience of buildings are under greater scrutiny than ever before due to extreme weather events from hurricanes, hailstorms and high winds, which are becoming more frequent and severe due to climate change. This in turn means that roofing and waterproofing systems, in particular, now have to play a more critical role in protecting structures and their occupants from these natural disasters.
Organisations across the world, tasked with accrediting construction products are waking up to this challenge. Most recently we have seen the opening of a new facility by US company Siplast, in Arkansas, dedicated to storm testing and the development of high-performance building materials able to meet the demands of an unpredictable climate. It’s a trend which is gaining momentum worldwide as we seek to protect our buildings from the elements.
Climate change has led to an increase in the frequency, intensity, and unpredictability of storms. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the United States experienced 18 weather and climate disasters in 2022 alone, each causing over $1 billion in damages. Globally, hurricanes and typhoons are producing stronger winds, heavier rainfall and larger storm surges, creating more significant risks to infrastructure. Read more here: https://talk.build/blogs/the-growing-need-to-storm-test-building-materials #construction #engineering #climatechange #hurricanes #stormtesting
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