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Episode 5 - Enginerring Metal Roofs With Stephen Knight

Episode 5 - Enginerring Metal Roofs With Stephen Knight

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In this episode, Stephen Knight, Engineering Manager at McElroy Metal, shares his 14-year journey with the company and his role in structural design and product development. He answers common questions about metal roofing, including screw spacing, purlin spans, and how different loads—like dead, live, snow, and wind—affect material choices. Stephen also discusses how building codes and structure types influence engineering decisions. He explains the importance of building geometry, safety factors, and the challenges of evolving codes while addressing misconceptions about the complexity of installing standing seam metal roofing.

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