SMT Research
Avoiding roof damages with leak detection systems
By SMT Research. Understanding what potential damages there are and having strategies to either prevent or repair those damages on rooftops is critical to roof longevity. From initial designs on napkins, through to blueprints and shop drawings, it is easy to imagine buildings being constructed as perfectly as they are drawn. While ...
Smart solutions for green roof longevity
By SMT Research. Advanced monitoring systems are changing the game for green roof sustainability. Green roofs have become synonymous with sustainable architecture, offering a blend of aesthetic appeal, energy efficiency and environmental benefits. But beneath the lush greenery lies a crucial yet vulnerable component — the waterproof membrane. When leaks occur, the ...
The Importance of Preventing Leaks in Mass Timber Roofs: Mitigating Moisture Risks for Long-term Durability
By SMT Research. Understand the risks of water exposure in mass timber construction and effective prevention strategies. As time goes on, mass timber, particularly the use of cross-laminated timber (CLT), is used more and more in construction. Understandably so, as it's a fantastic sustainable and cost effective alternative to traditional building materials ...
FutureCast: Protecting Modern-day Roofs
From community spaces to revenue generators, how SMT's electronic leak detection system can keep your roof and assets safe. By SMT Research Roofs in the modern age do more than simply protect your building and assets below it. We’re seeing new buildings pop up everywhere that have their roofs serve more than ...
How Scanning Your Membrane Can Protect You as a Roofer
By SMT Research. Don’t let other people damage your roof and your profitability! Benjamin Franklin once said, “By failing to plan, you are preparing to fail.” Creating a plan for building a new project is common, but it’s less common to create a plan for the immediate future of a new ...
