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How can you achieve high lateral wind load ratings with DensGlass Gold exterior sheathing?

April 26, 2017achieve DensGlass exterior gold high Lateral load ratings sheathing wind

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How can you achieve high lateral wind load ratings with DensGlass Gold exterior sheathing?

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The highest ratings achieved by DensGlass Gold in recent testing was 136.7 psf, representing approximately 231 mph, using a safety factor of 3 for comparison. (Other safety factors can be used. MPH is calculated using Bernoulli’s Equation, other methods are used as well.) This was achieved for a horizontal application of 5/8″ DensGlass Gold, with studs at 8″ on center, and screws at 4″ on center. Please call Technical Services at 800-225-6119 to discuss the application before installation.