How do I become an FRDA Member?
Partick Fitts2026-01-15T17:32:45+00:00Simply follow the link below, fill out the Membership Application and return it [...]
What kind of products are installed by FRDA members?
Partick Fitts2020-12-02T05:13:56+00:00Following is a list of products installed by FRDA members: ยท Aggregate Insulatin [...]
Does surface cracking cause problems with a LWIC roof deck?
Partick Fitts2020-12-02T05:12:17+00:00NO! Surface cracking, while unappealing to the eye, in no way compromises the in [...]
How long after rain event should I wait prior to Roof Membrane Installation?
Partick Fitts2020-12-02T05:09:37+00:00There is no set time requirement between a rain event and the installation of th [...]
But do the bottom slots of the steel deck enhance the wind-uplift resistance of the system?
Partick Fitts2020-12-02T05:06:50+00:00NO. There is no correlation between slotted steel deck and wind-uplift resistanc [...]
Can I use non-slotted metal roof deck substrate for my LWIC installation?
Partick Fitts2026-01-15T17:23:22+00:00YES. Not all lightweight insulating concrete systems require a slotted metal roo [...]
How does the use of LWIC affect the re-roofing process?
Partick Fitts2020-12-02T05:01:52+00:00LWIC is re-roofable. In most cases, only the roof membrane would need to be remo [...]
Can the use of LWIC extend the life of my roof membrane?
Partick Fitts2020-12-02T05:01:25+00:00YES! The thermal mass of LWIC means that it is slow to heat up, as well as cool [...]
Is LWIC structural in nature?
Partick Fitts2026-01-15T17:24:17+00:00NO! Lightweight insulating concrete is a low density concrete. Its purpose is to [...]
How long has Lightweight Insulating Concrete (LWIC) been used in the construction industry?
Partick Fitts2020-12-02T04:53:42+00:00LWIC has had successful applications throughout the country for over 60 years. [...]