By Heidi J. Ellsworth.

This seminar presentation focused on growing external fire danger and the future of roofing in wildfire zones.

At the RICOWI Spring Seminar on March 11, 2026, in Sacramento, California, industry leaders gathered to explore some of the most critical challenges facing the building envelope. One of the standout presentations came from Dwayne Sloan of UL Solutions, who shared deep insights into fire testing, certification and the increasing risks tied to wildfire exposure in today’s built environment. 

Hosted by the Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues (RICOWI), the seminar reflects the organization’s ongoing mission to investigate and document the performance of roofing and building envelope systems under severe weather conditions. RICOWI brings together contractors, consultants, manufacturers, researchers and other industry professionals to study the effects of extreme weather events such as hurricanes, hailstorms and wildfires. Through field investigations, research and education, the organization works to improve building practices, enhance resilience and provide valuable data that supports codes, standards and industry advancements. 

Sloan, technical director for the built environment at UL Solutions, brought decades of expertise in reaction to fire testing and building material evaluation. His role overseeing certification services, evaluation reports and code development places him at the center of evolving fire safety standards that directly impact roofing professionals across the country. 

The session focused on external fire exposure, particularly as wildfire urban interface zones continue to expand. Sloan emphasized that while UL has played a foundational role in evaluating roofing systems for decades, the scale and intensity of modern wildfires are introducing new challenges that the industry must address. Roofing systems that were once considered resilient are now being tested in ways that were difficult to imagine even a generation ago. 

A key part of the discussion centered on UL 790, the long-standing standard for fire testing of roofing systems. Sloan reviewed how this test method has evolved and how it is being applied to modern assemblies, including those incorporating photovoltaic systems. As rooftop solar continues to grow, understanding how these systems interact with fire exposure is becoming increasingly important for both safety and code compliance. 

The presentation also explored ASTM E108, another critical fire test standard, and the ongoing efforts to refine testing methods to better reflect real-world fire conditions. Sloan highlighted how wind driven flames, ember intrusion and complex roof geometries all play a role in how roofing systems perform during a fire event. 

Beyond testing, Sloan addressed the importance of certification and compliance. With multiple standards, evolving codes and increasing scrutiny from regulators, contractors and manufacturers must stay informed to ensure their systems meet current requirements. Misunderstandings around certifications can lead to costly mistakes, making education and clarity more important than ever. 

UL’s Fire Safety Research Institute was also featured as a key contributor to ongoing research. Through full scale fire investigations and studies of recent wildfire events, the institute is helping the industry better understand how fires spread and how building materials respond under extreme conditions. These insights are critical as the roofing industry works to develop more resilient systems. 

For roofing professionals, the takeaway was clear. The environment is changing, and so are the expectations for performance. As wildfires continue to impact communities across North America, the role of roofing in protecting structures has never been more important. Staying informed on testing standards, certification processes and emerging research will be essential for contractors, consultants and manufacturers alike. 

The session reinforced the value of collaboration between organizations like RICOWI, UL Solutions and the broader roofing industry. By working together and sharing knowledge, the industry can continue to advance fire safety and better protect the built environment in an era of increasing risk. 

To learn more about the Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues and how you can be part of advancing critical research on extreme weather, visit https://www.ricowi.com/ and consider becoming a member to help make a difference in the future of the roofing industry. 

By Heidi J. Ellsworth.

Industry leaders gather to explore wildfire risk, roofing performance and the future of resilient construction.

The Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues (RICOWI) held its Spring 2026 Seminar in Sacramento, California. The conference brought together researchers, fire professionals, code officials and roofing industry leaders to explore the growing challenge of wildfire risk and the role roofing systems play in prevention and resilience. 

The general session marked several important organizational milestones for RICOWI. Members celebrated the year of leadership by Al Janni and the announcement that the organization’s President’s Chair position has been renamed the Dave Roodvoets Chair in recognition of Roodvoets’ long-standing contributions and leadership within the organization. 

Steve Wadding of Polyglass was voted onto the board as an affiliate representative. The board also welcomed Ross Haigler as the new representative from the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety (IBHS). 

RICOWI leadership reaffirmed its commitment to expanding visibility and engagement across the roofing and construction industries. Through partnerships with media organizations such as RoofersCoffeeShop, the organization continues to broaden awareness of research initiatives and best practices that protect buildings from severe weather events.  

Another highlight of the meeting was a recap of the research investigation led by Storm Investigation Program leaders Eric Olson and Phil Mayfield at Texas A&M University. RICOWI research programs are central to its mission of understanding how weather events impact roofing systems and translating those findings into improved standards, codes and manufacturing and installation practices.  

The Spring Seminar focused heavily on wildfire resilience and the growing challenges facing communities in the wildland urban interface (WUI). As development continues to expand into fire-prone regions, the roofing industry plays a critical role in slowing fire spread and protecting structures.  

Dr. Murray Morrison of the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety (IBHS) opened the session with an overview of research examining how natural hazards such as wind, hail and wildfire impact the built environment. As managing director of research at IBHS, Dr. Murray leads programs that use wind tunnel measurements, boundary layer testing and full-scale structural testing to understand how structures perform under extreme conditions. His work helps translate scientific research into building code improvements and product evaluation standards that enhance resilience across the construction industry.  

Dwayne Sloan of UL Solutions continued the discussion with a deeper look at roofing system performance under fire exposure. As technical director for the built environment at UL Solutions, Dwayne has spent more than 38 years focused on reaction-to-fire testing and evaluation of building materials. His presentation reviewed the history of UL’s fire testing for roofing systems and explained how modern testing standards are adapting to address emerging technologies such as rooftop photovoltaic systems and building integrated photovoltaics. Dwayne also discussed research being conducted by the UL Fire Safety Research Institute, including studies of firebrand exposure and lessons learned from recent wildfire events in Southern California.  

Christina Reed of the International Code Council (ICC) addressed the growing threat posed by wildfires in communities located in the wildland urban interface. Christina, who previously spent more than three decades in the fire service and served as a battalion chief and state fire marshal, discussed how the International Wildland Urban Interface Code is evolving to help communities mitigate wildfire risk. Her presentation highlighted the importance of resilient construction strategies and provided an overview of the roof design and construction provisions included in the 2024 International Wildland Urban Interface Code.  

Together, the presentations underscored the complex relationship between roofing systems, fire spread and community resilience. From firebrands landing on roof surfaces to vulnerabilities at edges, vents and rooftop equipment, roofing details can significantly influence whether a structure ignites during a wildfire event.  

RICOWI continues to play a critical role in bringing together experts from across disciplines to share knowledge, advance research and support solutions that protect buildings and communities. The organization is also looking ahead to its Fall 2026 meeting, which will take place at Oak Ridge National Laboratory on November 3-4, offering members the opportunity to explore advanced research facilities and emerging building science initiatives.  

As wildfire risk increases across many regions of North America, collaboration between researchers, manufacturers, contractors, fire professionals and code officials will remain essential. Through continued research, education and industry engagement, RICOWI is helping to improve roofing performance and promote the best practices that benefit both consumers and the broader construction industry.  

For those interested in advancing research and helping the industry understand the impacts of extreme weather, RICOWI encourages professionals across the roofing and building sectors to get involved. By becoming a member, individuals and organizations can support critical investigations, share expertise and help shape the future of resilient construction. To learn more and sign up, visit https://www.ricowi.com/. 

By Heidi J. Ellsworth.

Findings presented during RICOWI’s spring meeting highlight how different roofing systems performed following a major hailstorm at Texas A&M University. 

At the recent spring meeting of the Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues (RICOWI) in Sacramento, California, roofing professionals gathered to review the findings of a major hail damage investigation conducted at Texas A&M University. The meeting brought together contractors, consultants, manufacturers and researchers from across the industry, including RoofersCoffeeShop®, who participated in the event and discussions surrounding the study.

The Texas A&M case

The investigation examined roof conditions across several buildings on the Texas A&M campus following a severe thunderstorm that struck the area on March 15, 2025. The storm produced unusually large hailstones, some reported to be as large as three inches in diameter. RICOWI investigators conducted a detailed visual survey of seven campus structures in April 2025 to document roof performance, determine the causes of observed anomalies and better understand how different roofing systems respond to severe hail events.

The buildings examined in the study included Peterson Building, Liberal Arts & Humanities, Engineering Activities Building A, Scoates Hall, Blocker Building, General Services Complex Building 1800 and Clements Residence Hall. Each structure featured different roof systems, including spray polyurethane foam (SPF), modified bitumen, asphalt shingles, thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO) and standing seam metal panels.

Because hail size and intensity varied across the campus, the event created a unique opportunity to evaluate how multiple roofing materials perform under similar storm conditions. Investigators documented evidence such as hail spatter, dented metal components and areas of granule loss or membrane damage that indicated hail impacts ranging from roughly one to more than two inches in diameter.

The study found both cosmetic and functional damage across several roofing types. Metal components such as coping, flashings and rooftop equipment frequently showed dents or deformation consistent with hail impact. Asphalt shingles exhibited bruising, granule loss and gouging, conditions that can shorten the service life of the roof even if immediate leaks are not present.

Modified bitumen roofs showed circular areas of granule loss where hail impacts had dislodged the protective surface layer. This type of damage exposes the underlying asphalt to ultraviolet light, accelerating oxidation and long-term deterioration. In contrast, a 14-year-old TPO roof inspected during the study showed widespread hail spatter but no visible punctures or membrane fractures, demonstrating the resilience that some single-ply systems can exhibit under severe weather conditions. 

One of the most notable findings involved spray polyurethane foam roofing assemblies used on several buildings at Texas A&M. The university’s standard system includes SPF topped with a polyurea coating, silicone layers and embedded mineral granules. Investigators observed that roofs using this full assembly experienced little to no hail damage. However, sections where the foam had not yet been coated or areas where repairs lacked the polyurea layer showed significantly more impact damage.  These comparisons suggested that the polyurea component provided additional impact resistance, helping the system withstand large hailstones more effectively. 

The study also highlighted the physics behind hail damage. Impact energy increases dramatically as hailstone size grows. For example, increasing hail diameter from one inch to 1.75 inches can raise impact energy nearly tenfold, while two-inch hailstones can generate roughly sixteen times the energy impact of one-inch hail. This exponential increase explains why seemingly small changes in hail size can produce significantly different damage outcomes across roofing systems. 

The big picture

RICOWI’s mission is to advance knowledge about weather-related roof damage through unbiased field investigations. By documenting real-world storm events and comparing roofing system performance, the organization helps contractors, consultants, manufacturers and insurers better understand building resilience. 

As discussions at the Sacramento meeting showed, studies like this provide valuable insights for the entire roofing industry. For RoofersCoffeeShop and the many professionals attending the meeting, the presentation reinforced the importance of ongoing research and collaboration to help roofing systems perform better in the face of increasingly severe weather events. 

By Emma Peterson.  

RICOWI’s 2025 Texas A&M University hail study reveals vital insights into modern roof performance after severe storms.   

Back in 1990, the Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues, Inc. (RICOWI) was formed as a non-profit with the partnership of the Department of Energy and Oak Ridge National Laboratory, as well as some sponsor members from the roofing industry. RICOWI’s initial goal was identifying and analyzing roof damage specific to hurricane winds. Then, in 1999, their operations expanded to address roof damage from hail.  

Today, RICOWI has combined the old Wind Investigation Program (WIP) and Hail Investigation Program (HIP) into one Storm Investigation Program (SIP), tasked with mobilizing volunteer RICOWI members into small teams to get on storm-damaged roofs, compile damage data and produce comprehensive reports that are available at no charge to members and non-members alike.   

The goal of these studies is to investigate the field performance of roofing assemblies after major weather events and to report “roof assembly performance and modes of damage.” These data are then used to improve building codes, roof systems design, installation procedures and educate the roofing industry and public on how to build stronger, more secure roofing systems.   

The first HIP investigation was launched in the spring of 2004. The program “deployed four teams to Oklahoma City to conduct field investigations of roof damage after the April 21, 2004, Oklahoma City hailstorm was declared a ‘catastrophe’ by the insurance industry.” In the investigation, approximately 100 roofs, both steep- and low- slope were investigated.  

More recently, RICOWI deployed a two-man team to Texas A&M University to study buildings in the aftermath of a severe hail event in March 2025. The scope of this investigation was “to perform a visual survey, analyze relevant roof construction and conditions and determine causation for any roof system anomalies observed during the inspection.”  

Their team has now released the field report from this investigation, providing valuable insights into the impacts hail has on modern roofing materials. This resource is a key part of advancing weather-related roofing science and developing stronger, safer buildings. 

By Jenny Yu.  

RICOWI’s Spring 2026 event will deliver critical insights into fire testing, industry standards and mitigation strategies. 

In a recent episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth spoke with Jordan Loudon, executive director of RICOWI Inc. (Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues), and Al Janni, chairperson of the organization, about the upcoming RICOWI Spring 2026 Conference taking place March 11-12, 2026, at the SAFE Convention Center in Sacramento, California.  

This year, the conference will spotlight wildfire resistance. “This year is the first where we're really homing in on fire related topics as a result of the major things that are happening within the industry,” Jordan explained, noting the formation of RICOWI’s Wildfire Resistant Roofing Committee last year. Interest in joining RICOWI has surged, with a dozen roofing professionals joining the effort. “When the first wind investigation and hail investigation happened, people saw that RICOWI was doing this work and wanted to be a part of it. Same thing with fire.” 

The educational lineup features research-driven insights from leading organizations. Al highlighted a presentation from IBHS examining wildfire behavior and mitigation strategies. “Murray Morrison from IBHS is going to talk about the wildfires: how they attack through embers, the radiant heat and a direct flame contact that it has on buildings, the mitigation actions that lower the wildfire risk of buildings,” Al said. Al noted that IBHS will also address neighborhood-scale mitigation efforts in the wake of the catastrophic events in Los Angeles. 

Additional sessions include updates from the International Code Council on 2024 Wildland Urban Interface provisions and from UL’s Fire Safety Research Institute. “There are some great things that we have coming down the pike with our speakers,” Al expressed. 

In addition to the fire-focused presentations, attendees can participate in the RICOWI Foundation Fundraiser at Dao Distillery, an artisanal spirit tasting experience. “It’s going to be really fun,” Jordan shared. “Each attendee gets to walk away with a $60 bottle from the distillery, and the cuisine is going to match the spirits.” 

Listen to the podcast to learn more about what to expect at the RICOWI Spring 2026 Conference!

By Heidi J. Ellsworth.

From new podcasts to technical research and workforce development, SPFA is strengthening resources that help members stay competitive and compliant.

The Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA) continues to expand its support for contractors, suppliers and manufacturers through education, recognition and technical resources designed to strengthen the spray foam industry.

As 2026 gets underway, SPFA is rolling out new programs, research, publications and professional development opportunities that help members stay informed, compliant and competitive.

Introducing the Foam-It-Right® Podcast

SPFA recently launched the Foam-It-Right® Podcast, an original podcast series focused on real conversations that matter in the field. The podcast is designed to help professionals:

• Work smarter and more efficiently
• Stay compliant with changing regulations
• Grow sustainable spray foam businesses
• Navigate jobsite challenges

Supplier members can also participate through Season, Episode and Ad Roll sponsorships, available on a first-come, first-served basis.

For sponsorship information, contact Aubrey Barto at abarto@sprayfoam.org.

Celebrating industry excellence

SPFA congratulates Wedge Roofing for earning the Silver Award in the 2026 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards at the International Roofing Expo in Las Vegas. Recognition like this highlights the craftsmanship and professionalism driving the roofing and spray foam industries forward.

SPF roof performance proven through research

SPFA continues supporting independent research validating spray foam roofing performance. A recent RICOWI inspection evaluated an SPF roof system at Texas A&M University in College Station following a severe hail event. Using a 50 mil polyurea and 40 mil silicone coating, the SPF roof successfully withstood 1-inch diameter hail, demonstrating strong performance when compared with other roofing systems.

For more information or the full RICOWI report, contact Jason Hoerter, SPFA director of technical services, at jasonhoerter@sprayfoam.org.

Education, webinars and technical tools

SPFA continues expanding educational offerings including:

• Tech Tuesday Webinar: Overview of safer consumer products regulations impacting spray foam insulation and how California continues to influence national compliance
• New homeowner marketing brochure: Protecting Spray Foam in Your Home with Fire-Protective Intumescent Coatings, created to help contractors educate homeowners and building owners on code requirements

Resources are available through the SPFA Member InfoHub and at sprayfoam.org.

Get involved through SPFA committees

SPFA members are encouraged to participate in committee activities shaping the future of the industry. Upcoming meetings include:

• Marketing Committee – February 3, 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. EST
• Membership Committee – February 17, 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. EST
• Safety Committee – April 10, 2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. EST

Meeting details and participation information are available in the InfoHub.

Innovations in foam editorial opportunity

SPFA is accepting submissions from manufacturer, supplier and distributor members for its upcoming "Innovations in Foam" editorial series. This initiative provides high-value exposure while highlighting technical advancements within the industry.

To participate, contact Aubrey Barto at abarto@sprayfoam.org.

Growing the SPFA community

SPFA continues to welcome new members from across the country, reflecting continued growth in spray foam roofing, insulation and building envelope markets.

PCP certification and workforce development

SPFA is expanding professional certification opportunities through:

• PCP Roadshows hosted nationwide
• On-site exam prep and testing at major industry events
• PCP prep courses and written exams available in Spanish online and at SprayFoam 2026

These programs support workforce development and reinforce professionalism across the spray foam industry.

Supplier corner and industry promotion

Suppliers can engage directly with contractors through SPFA networking events, sponsorships and promotional programs designed to foster meaningful business connections. SPFA also encourages members to contribute articles, insights and success stories to SprayFoam Professional, helping shape the future of industry education and communication.

RICOWI was invited to inspect roofs on the Texas A&M University College Station campus following a major thunderstorm in March 2025. This report covers the investigation of April 8, 2025.

On behalf of the RICOWI Storm Investigation Program, we are pleased to announce the release of the latest hailstorm investigation report, now available on the RICOWI website.

Texas A&M Hailstorm Report — detailing the findings from field investigations of hail damage and roofing performance following the recent storm event.

This report provides an in-depth, unbiased analysis of hail impacts on roofing systems and related structures, based on inspections conducted by trained field teams. It is part of RICOWI’s ongoing mission to advance weather-related roofing science and help industry professionals, property owners and researchers better understand how severe hail events affect building performance.

Access the report here: https://ricowi.com/reports

Why this report matters:

• Documents observed damage patterns and roofing performance following a significant hail event.
• Helps inform improvements in roof design, materials and installation best practices.
• Supports insurers, contractors and building professionals with credible field data.

We encourage you to download and review the report and share it with your teams or partners who could benefit from these insights. If you have questions or would like to discuss the findings, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

By The Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues, Inc. (RICOWI).

Members enjoyed hands-on demonstrations, lively social events and informative sessions that set the stage for a strong year ahead.

The Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues, Inc. (RICOWI)'s fall gathering brought together about 40 attendees just outside Fort Worth, Texas, for a close look at Anchor Products’ new facility, which was still under construction yet fully functional for hosting the group. Participants were among the first to step inside the brand-new training space, which comfortably held the crowd and created an intimate setting compared to the oversized rooms common at larger conferences. Anchor Products supplied standout hospitality, including on-site enchilada makers and catered BBQ, which became a memorable highlight for many.

The foundation fundraiser at Trinity River Distillery added a lively social dimension with a private venue, a DJ, karaoke and a raffle that supported the RICOWI Foundation. Attendees also toured the distillery and gathered for photos in front of the venue’s signature mural wall. The second day delivered technical value through educational seminars before members dispersed for a more casual evening.

During the meeting, organizers noted that planning is underway for the spring seminar in Sacramento, scheduled just ahead of the IIBEC conference. That event is expected to center on wildfire-related topics, with speakers still being confirmed.

Learn more about RICOWI events, research and industry initiatives and get involved today!

By Emma Peterson. 

Carlisle SynTec Systems’ SureTite™ Cleats provide edge metal systems the strength needed to survive what hurricane seasons have in store. 

As we approach the end of the 2025 hurricane season, we can all start to breathe a little easier. This year’s weather was surprising, with Jonathan Erdman of the Weather Channel reporting, “There has not been a mainland U.S. hurricane landfall, so far. The last season without a single mainland U.S. hurricane landfall was 10 years ago, in 2015.”  

While this is an incredible statistic, it is important to note that even with the low hurricane count, there have still been intense storms brewing in the Atlantic. Jonathan explained, “Hurricanes Erin, Gabrielle and Humberto all were intense. Each intensified to at least Category 4 at their peak, with both Erin and Humberto reaching Category 5 intensity. It was the fourth year in a row of at least one Atlantic Basin Category 5 hurricane, tied for the most consecutive years on record with 2016 through 2019.” And these storms did have impacts even if they didn’t make it to the mainland. Flooding in Texas, North Carolina and Viriginia are examples of the damages left in the wake of such storms.  

As Jonathan pointed out, these storms are just the continuation of a pattern – intensifying hurricane seasons. So, what can we do in response? The solution is to create stronger building envelopes that can withstand severe winds and the harsh weather that comes with hurricanes. The best place to start is on the roof, which is the first line of defense between building occupants and Mother Nature.  

RICOWI, Texas Tech and Factory Mutual (FM) researched the best methods to defend against hurricane damages and found that “60% of the roof failures were due to compromised metal edge systems.” Further research continued to illustrate the importance of a strong edge metal system. In 2003, the International Building Code (IBC) added an ES-1 Certified Edge System requirement into their code. 

In response to the need for these ES-1 compliant systems, Carlisle SynTec Products developed a SureTite™ Prefabricated Cleats. These cleats work in tandem with Carlisle roof systems to offer incredible protection from the elements. In fact, when applicators install SureTite Cleats with Carlisle’s prefabricated flat sheets, they can build systems that qualify for the Carlisle Edge-to-Edge Warranty, which provides coverage for 20 years at 90 MPH wind speeds! In addition to their strength and performance in a roofing system, SureTite Cleats offer a variety of benefits:  

• Convenience: SureTite Cleats are packaged in bundles that provide contractors with all the fasteners needed to complete an installation. 
• Accessibility: You can get SureTite Cleats from any Carlisle-approved distributor. 
• Flexibility: Because the cleats come in a variety of sizes, they work well with most nailer heights. Additionally, the cleats work with a variety of cover pieces, including shop fabricated, local metal fabricated and Carlisle prefabricated. 
• Efficiency: The prefabricated nature of these cleats saves you time and labor by eliminating the need for field fabrication. Further, the snap-on feature of the cleat means that you no longer need to strip-in edge metal! 
• Value: Because these cleats are already approved for ES-1 certification when installed with the correct Carlisle prefabricated flat sheets, contractors can skip the costly and time-consuming process of getting their roof systems independently certified.  

Learn more about the Carlisle SynTec SureTite Cleats.

By Emma Peterson. 

Learn how Carlisle’s SynTec Systems SureTite™ Cleats can help you design a higher performance metal edge system. 

Over the years, research from leading organizations like RICOWI, Texas Tech and Factory Mutual (FM) have found that “60% of the roof failures were due to compromised metal edge systems.” So how do you ensure your metal edge system is stronger than the storms it will face? Make sure you are working with an ES-1 certified system.  

ANSI/SPRI developed the ES-1 testing and certification program as a direct response to the problems previous metal edge systems had. It has proven so good at testing a system’s performance against high wind, that the International Building Code (IBC) actually added a requirement for metal edge systems to pass ES-1 in 2003.  

If you are looking to create a low-slope roofing system that meets this upgraded building code and keeps everything secure in the long term, look no further than the Carlisle SynTec SureTite™ Prefabricated Cleats. Carlisle has recently developed new sizes of these cleats that make them the perfect solution for everything from snap-on fascia to drip-edges and beyond. This is just the start of the benefits of using SureTite Cleats. They also: 

• Are bundled with all fasteners needed for convenient installation. 
• Are meant to be top loaded with roofing materials, allowing for direct-to-job shipping and eliminating costly LTL shipping. 
• Ship in prefabricated bundles of 10 that reduce waste and save labor time. 
• Come pre-certified with ES-1, eliminating the need for a contractor to navigate or pay for the certification separately. 
• Offer increased wind warranties 
• Meet ES-1 and IBC regulations and requirements 

The best part of it all? If you use SureTite Cleats in combination with Carlisle SynTec Systems prefabricated flat sheets, you can be eligible for their incredible Edge-to-Edge Warranty, which covers 20 years at 90 MPH wind speeds! 

Get more details about the Carlisle SynTec SureTite Cleat Program.