Diversified Roofing Solutions offers a full library of AIA/CE/HSW-accredited Lunch & Learn presentations designed for architects, designers, and specifiers. Each session is hosted by our knowledgeable team and delivered in partnership with our industry-leading manufacturer partners.
Whether you’re looking to deepen your understanding of roofing systems, building envelope performance, or code compliance, we bring the education directly to your office.
Each topic qualifies for 1 AIA/CE/HSW credit hour.
Free, accredited continuing education for AIA members
Presented by experienced roofing and building envelope specialists
Hosted at your office, we come to you
Practical, real-world content relevant to your projects
Catered lunch provided
RFG101 – Single-Ply Roofing Technology Covers enhanced roofing system design options, market trends, ANSI/SPRI ES1 for metal edging, ASCE 7, the International Building Code, and roof system warranties.
TPO101 – TPO Technology: Understanding Proven Performance Reviews the basics of TPO roofing systems and the latest developments in TPO technology and performance improvements.
EPDM301 – Black or White Membrane: What is the Sustainable and Energy Efficient Choice? Explores the energy impact of roof membrane color across geographic regions, along with performance trade-offs and sustainable roofing system design considerations.
RFG301 – Designing for Performance: Single-Ply Roofing Lessons Learned An overview of single-ply roof system design including industry concerns, metal edging, air infiltration, flashings, membrane securement, insulation and membrane adhesion, and membrane details.
RFG601 – Wind Speeds: ASCE 7, Uplift Ratings, and Warranties Examines building codes, uplift-rated assemblies, and warranties,explaining what each offers and how they should be factored into design decisions.
MTL101 – Making the Educated Choice: Metal Roofing Today An overview of standing seam metal roofing including substrate types, system assembly, paint system technology, panel system types, warranties, and design options.
K031 – The Art of Metal Wall Panel Design Introduces architects and design professionals to the key design and performance considerations of metal wall panel systems. Covers panel aesthetics, color, scale, profile options, and manufacturing and installation best practices for confident façade specification.
XCI302 – Energy Efficiency and Performance of Continuous Insulation Products Explores how and why insulation materials have evolved and the performance benefits of continuous insulation.
XCI303 – Incorporating CI into Today’s Complex Building Designs Examines the functional and code requirements surrounding continuous insulation, including code compliance and testing.
XCI307 – Working Together: Weather Resistant Barriers and Continuous Insulation Covers the evolution of WRB materials in the construction industry and how managing air and moisture leads to better building performance.
XCI601 – Navigating Challenges for Better Performing, Code-Compliant Wall Assemblies Addresses how continuous insulation requirements have evolved across IBC/IECC code cycles and what that means for wall assembly design.
Loss Mitigation Through Building Design Learn why specifying the roof edge is one of the most cost-effective enhancements for wind uplift on a commercial roof, and how design decisions can mitigate risk and protect lives.
Perimeter Edge Metal Wind Design Seminar A deep dive into ANSI/SPRI/FM 4435/ES-1 compliance and other key testing standards required to meet building code for roof perimeter edge metal.
Wood Nailer Alternatives: A Sustainable Solution for Roof Perimeter Security Covers the role and importance of wood nailers in roof perimeter systems, key industry standards and design guidelines, and how wood nailer specification impacts roof edge securement.
MCM102 – Metal Composite Materials Overview Provides an overview of Metal Composite Materials (MCM) and Aluminum Composite Materials (ACM), focusing on how component selection impacts performance. Topics include product types, applications, wall systems, and design considerations for façade specification.
Roof Hatches: Safety Standards, Applications, and Regulations An overview of commercial roof hatches with a focus on safety requirements, common applications, and code compliance. Covers fall-protection considerations and installation best practices that influence proper roof hatch specification.
Ready to bring a session to your office? Contact a member of our team to check availability and pick the topics that are most relevant to your work. We handle everything, all you need to do is show up hungry.
