Using data and observations gathered during field and lab research, IBHS develops tools to help risk engineering and loss control staff evaluate and reduce risks and vulnerabilities to severe weather, including field tools to evaluate commercial structures and risk engineering bulletins that address specific natural hazards. Wind Loss Control Field Tools These materials will help risk…
Research After testing many asphalt shingle products, IBHS researchers learned there are specific characteristics that help distinguish one manufacturer from another. This guide was developed to help claims adjusters and underwriters identify manufacturers of installed shingles. Guidance [Members Only] Asphalt Shingle Patterns Identification Guide
Research A core reason for developing the IBHS Research Center full-scale test facility was the development and validation of wind flow simulation capabilities. IBHS research engineers performed a series of tests to validate wind capabilities of the facility including uniform flow tests, turbulent shear flow tests, and tests during which specific time histories obtained from…
