Building homes and commercial structures for an era of deadlier storms requires a multi-pronged approach including the use of new and more fortified building materials.

Prompt site assessment of wind damage from major storms such as hurricanes and tornadoes is a crucial step in determining the extent of property loss. The assessment of wind damage is important for ...

In areas that experience strong winds, metal roof and wall panels provide a sturdy, well-tested option for building envelope design. A recent example is the Archer Government Complex in Cheyenne, ...

Simulation of wind flows around the model of Austin’s 321 West 6th Street illustrates the E-SE wind direction that resulted in the largest cross-wind response on the 58-story high-rise. The hotter the ...

A neighborhood was destroyed by a tornado that struck Joplin, Mo. 13 years ago. Thirteen years after a tornado ripped through Joplin, Mo., killing 161, destroying a large medical center, and leveling ...

The progressive building practice aims to reduce repair costs, insurance claims and disruption for homeowners.

The construction industry has always been shaped by two constant pressures: time and cost. Whether it’s a commercial ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jeffrey Steele has been a freelance writer for one-third of a century. A custom, steel-fabricated FEMA Flood Zone and ...

Tornadic uplift is what caused many city homes to lose their roofs in the May 16 tornado. This article first appeared in the Solutions newsletter. Click here to learn more and sign up. Few videos of ...