FM Approvals Standard 4481, Anchors for Roof Mounted Equipment, specifies requirements for testing of anchors for roof mounting equipment, with the exception of photovoltaic systems. Anchors are provided as seam clamps, clips, or stress plates and can be installed using either mechanical fasteners, mounting brackets, adhesives, or welds.
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