What is a roof NAV?
What is a roof NAV?
RoofNav is a complimentary tool from FM Approvals that provides access to the most up-to-date FM Approved roofing products and assemblies.
What is FM insured?
FM approvals is the independent testing arm of international insurance carrier, FM Global. FM approvals uses scientific research and testing to make sure products conform to the highest standards for safety and property loss prevention. Products that pass get the “FM APPROVED” mark.
What is FM certificate?
FM Approval is part of the FM Global Group and it is a testing and certification service. Products that pass the five-step approval process are issued the globally acknowledged FM mark to support property loss prevention and to signify that they will perform as expected.
What is UL 90 rated?
The U.L. Class 90 Rating is an industry standard load test by which all metal panels are compared. This rating is granted by the Underwriter’s Laboratories to those roof assemblies which have successfully completed the U.L.
What is the difference between UL and FM?
Typically, UL and FM both have an international reputation for testing; however, their backgrounds are what makes them so different. FM provides insurances while UL is focusing mainly on product testing. FM excels in the firefighting field; UL has set foot in consumer electronics in addition to firefighting equipment.
Why is FM approval important?
In the realm of fire pumps, FM Approval means that the fire pump has been designed for reliable performance during a critical time – when someone is dealing with a fire. A fire pump that fails when called upon can cost thousands of dollars and even lives, so it’s crucial pumps perform when needed.
Is FM Approved for Canada?
FM APPROVED mark with “C” only: Authorized by FM Approvals as a certification mark for any product that has been evaluated by FM Approvals in accordance with Canada codes and standards. There is no minimum size requirement for the mark, but it must be large enough to be readily identifiable and shall be permanent.