EP1334245B1 - Alternative blocking for roof systems - Google Patents
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- the present invention relates to blocking for use in roof systems and, more particularly, to a roof blocking system comprising one or more pre-formed, uniform component structures fabricated from a non-corrosive, durable material, such as galvanized steel, steel, aluminum or plastic and including a lower anchoring flange for attachment to the roof structure, a central portion including vent means formed therein, and an upper flange defining a mounting surface for attachment to various roof components and equipment thereto.
- a roof blocking system comprising one or more pre-formed, uniform component structures fabricated from a non-corrosive, durable material, such as galvanized steel, steel, aluminum or plastic and including a lower anchoring flange for attachment to the roof structure, a central portion including vent means formed therein, and an upper flange defining a mounting surface for attachment to various roof components and equipment thereto.
- roof systems used on most building structures, and particularly commercial buildings require some type of blocking to provide a base for the attachment of roofing components such as, but not limited to, gravel stops, eves, drips, fascia, gutters, vent stacks, roof top equipment, expansion joints, roof curbs, copings and cant strips.
- roofing components such as, but not limited to, gravel stops, eves, drips, fascia, gutters, vent stacks, roof top equipment, expansion joints, roof curbs, copings and cant strips.
- wood is used for roof blocking and typically consists of one or more stacked wood boards (e.g., 2 inch by 4 inch or 2 inch by 6 inch boards) which are nailed to the roof structure and each other to provide a built-up base at various locations on the roof system wherein it is necessary to mount the roofing components and equipment.
- wood blocking is used on virtually all roof systems which require blocking for the purposes described above.
- wood is susceptible to damage and deterioration from moisture, termites, ants, and other natural enemies.
- wood is a solid material, it does not provide for venting capabilities to permit escape of moisture and gasses from within the roof. The lack of adequate venting is a contributing factor of premature roof failure.
- wood has limited pull-out characteristics for holding nails and other fasteners, thereby requiring a considerable amount of hardware to attach roofing components.
- Wood being a natural product, is also prone to irregularities such as areas of reduced dimension, warping, and splintering. This makes it difficult, if not impossible, to achieve a straight, uniform blocking configuration.
- the dimensions of wood are limited to lumber industry standards which often does not correspond to the dimensions of roofing components, such as roof insulation or lightweight concrete thickness, expansion joint heights and equipment sizes.
- the present invention is directed to a blocking assembly for roof systems and replaces traditional wood blocking which is currently used on building structures to facilitate the attachment of various roofing components, materials and equipment including, but not limited to, gravel stops, eves drips, fascia, gutters, vent stacks, roof top equipment, expansion joints (flat type, curb type, or curb to wall), copings and cant strips.
- the blocking system is defined in claim 1.
- the present invention has the following objects and advantages over the conventional wood blocking structure presently used in most roof systems.
- a primary object of the present invention is to provide a blocking assembly for roof systems comprising one or more pre-formed components manufactured from galvanized steel, steel, aluminum, plastic or other corrosion-resistant materials to thereby provide resistance to deterioration from moisture, insects, warping, and the like.
- FIGS. 1-17 illustrate various exemplary designs of a blocking assembly for use on roof systems in order to encapsulate the edge of roof insulation or lightweight concrete and to further provide a means for attaching various roofing components, materials, and equipment thereto.
- the blocking assembly is shown to embody various structures including edge closures, perimeter closures, expansion joint curbs, equipment supports and wall closures. In each of these designs and also in the embodiment of the invention of Figs. 8 and 9 the blocking assembly is generally indicated as 10.
- the present invention is applicable in building construction configurations other than those shown for purposes of illustration in the drawings, and is generally intended to replace conventional wood blocking at all locations wherein it is necessary to provide a built-up base for the attachment of roofing components, materials and equipment including, but not limited to, gravel stops, eves drips, fascia, gutters, vent stacks, roof top equipment, expansion joints (flat type, curb type, or curb to wall), copings and cant strips.
- the edge and/or perimeter closure is formed as an integral unit and comprises an anchoring flange 12, an upper flange 14, and an intermediate plate 16 extending between the anchoring flange 12 and upper flange 14.
- the anchoring flange 12 and supper flange 14 extend generally perpendicularly from the intermediate plate in spaced, parallel relation to one another to form a gap or area of depth 20 therebetween.
- the anchoring flange 12 extends further from the intermediate plate than the Upper flange, providing a larger surface area for mating, anchoring attachment to the roof structure.
- the anchoring flange 12 is attached to the roof slab 22, which is typically a concrete substrate.
- a drive anchor with removable pin may be used to secure the anchoring flange to the roof slab.
- concrete nails or other well known anchoring hardware may be used for this purpose.
- the gap or area of depth 20 accommodates roof insulation or a lightweight insulative concrete layer 24 which is applied in covering relation to the underlying roof slab 22.
- Various conventional roofing materials, components and equipment may then be secured to the perimeter and/or edge closure 10 using conventional fasteners.
- Figure 4 illustrates the blocking assembly 10 as an edge closure, for mounting a stack flashing to the roof.
- Figure 3 shows the blocking assembly 10 in the form an edge closure for facilitating attachment of a wall scupper.
- Figures 5 and 7 show the blocking assembly 10 in the form of a perimeter closure to facilitate attachment of fascia 25, flashing 27, and a drip 28 to the roof system.
- Figure 6 shows the blocking assembly 10 in the form of edge closures for attaching an expansion joint cover 29 at an expansion joint of the roof system.
- the blocking assembly 10 is further provided with vent means 30 for allowing moisture and gasses to be released from the roof assembly.
- the vent means 30 allow moisture and gasses which may accumulate during the installation and setting of lightweight insulation concrete or other insulative material. The release of gasses and moisture via the vent means serves to reduce the likelihood of premature roof failure.
- the vent means comprises a plurality of apertures 32 formed through the thickness of intermediate plate portion 16 at spaced intervals along a length thereof. The apertures may be in the form of circular holes or elongate slots.
- Figure 2 illustrates an alternative of an edge closure of the roof blocking assembly 10, wherein the edge closure includes an integral cant 36 extending from the upper flange 16.
- Figures 1 and 2 further illustrate a splice joint 40 which permits for lateral movement and extension of adjacent sections of the edge closure.
- Figures 8 and 9 illustrate an embodiment of the invention, i.e a blocking assembly 10, wherein the blocking assembly comprises a perimeter and/or edge closure having a fascia portion 42 integral with anchoring flange and extending downwardly therefrom.
- This embodiment of the blocking assembly 10 is suited for installing a gutter 44 along the outer perimeter of a roof, as seen in Figure 9 .
- the perimeter and/or edge closure of Figures 8 and 9 includes the anchoring flange 12, the upper flange 14, and the intermediate plate portion 16 with venting means 30 formed therein.
- the anchoring flange is secured to the roof structure 22 by conventional fasteners (e.g., drive anchors and removable pins).
- the gap or area of depth 20 is intended to accommodate a layer of thickness of lightweight insulation concrete material 24 or other insulative material therein, between the anchoring flange and upper flange, as seen in Figure 9 .
- a roof membrane system 46 or other roof covering material are then applied to the insulation layer and a flashing strip 48 is attached in overlying relation to the juncture of the membrane and upper flange 14.
- a steel drip edge 49 may further be attached, between the flashing and upper flange of the perimeter closure.
- Figures 10 and 11 illustrate another design of the blocking assembly 10, wherein the blocking assembly embodies an expansion joint curb for installation at an expansion joint on a roof system to facilitate attachment of an expansion joint cover to the expansion joint curb.
- the expansion joint curb includes two opposing components 50, 50', each comprising the anchoring flange 12, upper flange 14, and intermediate plate portion 16. Vent means 30 in the form of elongate holes or slots are provided in the intermediate plate portion of each of the components, near the anchoring flange.
- Figures 10 , 12 and 13 illustrate various designs of the expansion joint curb components 50, 50' positioned in opposing relation to facilitate attachment of an expansion joint cover.
- the anchoring flange is attached to the roof slab, as described above.
- the upper flange extends outwardly from an opposite face of the intermediate plate portion, creating a generally Z configuration.
- the area of depth 20 is defined above the anchoring flange, along an outer face of the intermediate plate portion.
- roof insulation material 24 is applied in covering relation to the anchoring flange within the area of depth on the outer face of the intermediate plate portion.
- FIG 14 only one of the curb components 50 is used at a wall expansion joint to facilitate attachment of a wall expansion joint cover 64 to the upper flange and intermediate plate portion as well as to a vertical wall structure 65 adjacent the roof slab.
- Figure 15 illustrates yet another design of the blocking assembly 10, shown in the form of a concealed equipment support 70, wherein the blocking assembly 10 comprises a generally inverted U-shape configuration with the upper flange 14 defining the base of the U.
- the opposing legs of the U are formed by a pair of the intermediate plate portions 16 extending downwardly from the upper flange.
- Anchoring flanges 12 extend outwardly from the intermediate plate portions for attachment to the roof slab 22.
- Roof insulation material is installed in overlying relation to the anchoring flange.
- Additional flange members 74 may be provided, in spaced, parallel relation above the anchoring flange to further facilitate attachment of the equipment's support to the roof structure 22 and to accommodate the insulative material 24 therebetween.
- Various hardware and equipment can then be mounted to the upper flange 14.
- FIGs 16 and 17 illustrate yet another design of the blocking assembly 10 shown in the form of a wall closure.
- the wall closure includes a generally M cross-sectional configuration, wherein the anchoring flange 12 is disposed between opposite, parallel portions 80, 80'.
- the opposite parallel portions include a pair of the intermediate plate portions 16 extending upwardly from the anchoring flange to the upper flange.
- the upper flange 14 extends outwardly and downwardly on each of the parallel portions 80, 80', as seen in Figures 16 and 1 .
- This particular design of the blocking assembly 10 is suited for attachment to the top surface of a concrete parapet 90 to facilitate attachment of various roofing materials including a base flashing strip 92 and parapet coping 94.
- the anchoring flange 12, intermediate flange portion 16, and upper flange 14 are preferably formed as an integral unit from galvanized steel, steel, aluminum, plastic or other non-corrosive, durable materials.
- the integral unit may be formed by various forming and molding methods well known in the industry including bending, roll forming, extrusion molding, injection molding and vacuum molding.
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- The present invention relates to blocking for use in roof systems and, more particularly, to a roof blocking system comprising one or more pre-formed, uniform component structures fabricated from a non-corrosive, durable material, such as galvanized steel, steel, aluminum or plastic and including a lower anchoring flange for attachment to the roof structure, a central portion including vent means formed therein, and an upper flange defining a mounting surface for attachment to various roof components and equipment thereto.
- Generally, roof systems used on most building structures, and particularly commercial buildings, require some type of blocking to provide a base for the attachment of roofing components such as, but not limited to, gravel stops, eves, drips, fascia, gutters, vent stacks, roof top equipment, expansion joints, roof curbs, copings and cant strips. Traditionally, wood is used for roof blocking and typically consists of one or more stacked wood boards (e.g., 2 inch by 4 inch or 2 inch by 6 inch boards) which are nailed to the roof structure and each other to provide a built-up base at various locations on the roof system wherein it is necessary to mount the roofing components and equipment. Presently, wood blocking is used on virtually all roof systems which require blocking for the purposes described above.
- Despite its widespread use in roof systems, there are significant drawbacks and shortcomings associated with the use of conventional wood blocking. In particular, wood is susceptible to damage and deterioration from moisture, termites, ants, and other natural enemies. Further, because wood is a solid material, it does not provide for venting capabilities to permit escape of moisture and gasses from within the roof. The lack of adequate venting is a contributing factor of premature roof failure. Additionally, wood has limited pull-out characteristics for holding nails and other fasteners, thereby requiring a considerable amount of hardware to attach roofing components. Wood, being a natural product, is also prone to irregularities such as areas of reduced dimension, warping, and splintering. This makes it difficult, if not impossible, to achieve a straight, uniform blocking configuration. Furthermore, the dimensions of wood are limited to lumber industry standards which often does not correspond to the dimensions of roofing components, such as roof insulation or lightweight concrete thickness, expansion joint heights and equipment sizes.
- In view of the shortcomings of traditional wood blocking used in roof systems, as set forth above, there exists an urgent need in the construction industry for an alternative blocking structure which overcomes the above-described problems. More specifically, there is a need for a blocking assembly which provides for uniform dimensions in accordance with desired size and configuration specifications and which further provides for venting of the roof system. Additionally, there is a need for a roof blocking system which significantly reduces costs for labor and materials associated with the installation of blocking and the attached roofing components.
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US 4 780 997 A orDE 295 21 345 U1 . - The present invention is directed to a blocking assembly for roof systems and replaces traditional wood blocking which is currently used on building structures to facilitate the attachment of various roofing components, materials and equipment including, but not limited to, gravel stops, eves drips, fascia, gutters, vent stacks, roof top equipment, expansion joints (flat type, curb type, or curb to wall), copings and cant strips.
- The blocking system is defined in claim 1.
- With the foregoing in mind, the present invention has the following objects and advantages over the conventional wood blocking structure presently used in most roof systems.
- In particularly, a primary object of the present invention is to provide a blocking assembly for roof systems comprising one or more pre-formed components manufactured from galvanized steel, steel, aluminum, plastic or other corrosion-resistant materials to thereby provide resistance to deterioration from moisture, insects, warping, and the like.
- It is a further object of the present invention to provide a blocking assembly comprising one or more components which are formed and/or molded in accordance with desired size and configuration specifications for use at specific locations of a roof system.
- It is still a further object of the present invention to provide a blocking assembly having a pullout resistance which is significantly greater than that of wood, thereby requiring less hardware, labor and materials to install the blocking and attached roofing materials.
- It is yet a further object of the present invention to provide a blocking assembly which is pre-formed and fabricated to conform to any roof insulation or lightweight concrete thickness requirements.
- It is still a further object of the present invention to provide a blocking assembly for roof systems which includes venting means for allowing moisture and gasses to be released from the roof assembly, thereby reducing the likelihood of premature roof failure.
- It is still a further object of the present invention to provide a blocking assembly for roof systems which is structured to encapsulate the edge of insulation and/or lightweight concrete, thereby enhancing wind resistance at the roof perimeter.
- It is yet a further object of the present invention to provide a blocking assembly having pre-punched fastener holes to thereby alleviate human error during installation.
- It is still a further object of the present invention to provide a blocking assembly for roof systems which, once installed, becomes integrated with the roof structure.
- For a fuller understanding of the nature of the present invention, reference should be made to the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in which:
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Figure 1 is a partial perspective view of a first design showing an edge closure including vent holes and a splice joint to accommodate lateral movement and extension of the edge closure; -
Figure 2 is a partial perspective view of an edge closure, in accordance with an alternative design ofFigure 1 , wherein the edge closure includes a cant extending from the upper flange; -
Figure 3 is a sectional view showing the edge closure ofFigure 1 fitted to a wall scupper of a roof system; -
Figure 4 is a sectional view showing a pair of the edge closures ofFigure 1 used for attachment of a stack slashing on a roof system; -
Figure 5 is a sectional view showing the edge closure ofFigure 1 used for attachment of an eves drip and slashing along the perimeter of a roof system and encapsulating the roof insulation; -
Figure 6 is a sectional view showing a pair of the edge closures ofFigure 1 used for the attachment of an expansion joint cover at an expansion joint of a roof system; -
Figure 7 is a perspective view of the edge closure ofFigure 1 shown being used for the attachment of a gravel stop and cleat; -
Figure 8 is a partial perspective view of an embodiment of the invention showing a perimeter edge closure; -
Figure 9 is a sectional view showing the perimeter edge closure ofFigure 8 installed on the perimeter of a roof system for the attachment of a gutter and flashing strip; -
Figure 10 is an isolated perspective view of another design showing an expansion joint curb for installation at an expansion joint of a roof system and the attachment of an expansion joint cover thereto; -
Figure 11 is a partial perspective view of another design of the expansion joint curb; -
Figure 12 is a partial perspective view of the expansion joint curb ofFigure 11 as shown with an expansion joint cover attached thereto; -
Figure 13 is a sectional view illustrating another design comprising a curb type expansion joint having a flat upper flange perpendicular to the intermediate portion; -
Figure 14 is a sectional view of the design ofFigure 13 shown used at a wall expansion joint to encapsulate the roof insulation and to facilitate attachment of a wall expansion joint cover; -
Figure 15 is a sectional view of another design for use at a concealed equipment support; -
Figure 16 is a partial perspective view of yet another design directed to a wall closure; and -
Figure 17 is a sectional view showing the wall closure ofFigure 16 installed to a concrete parapet on a roof system for attachment of a parapet coping, flashing strip, and steel cleats thereto. - Like reference numerals refer to like parts throughout the several views of the drawings.
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Figures 1-17 illustrate various exemplary designs of a blocking assembly for use on roof systems in order to encapsulate the edge of roof insulation or lightweight concrete and to further provide a means for attaching various roofing components, materials, and equipment thereto. Throughout the several figures of the drawings, the blocking assembly is shown to embody various structures including edge closures, perimeter closures, expansion joint curbs, equipment supports and wall closures. In each of these designs and also in the embodiment of the invention ofFigs. 8 and9 the blocking assembly is generally indicated as 10. It should be noted that the present invention is applicable in building construction configurations other than those shown for purposes of illustration in the drawings, and is generally intended to replace conventional wood blocking at all locations wherein it is necessary to provide a built-up base for the attachment of roofing components, materials and equipment including, but not limited to, gravel stops, eves drips, fascia, gutters, vent stacks, roof top equipment, expansion joints (flat type, curb type, or curb to wall), copings and cant strips. - In
Figures 1-7 , several preferred designs of theblocking assembly 10 are shown, wherein theblocking assembly 10 is directed to various perimeter and/or edge closures. InFigures 8 and9 an embodiment of the invention is shown the edge and/or perimeter closure is formed as an integral unit and comprises ananchoring flange 12, anupper flange 14, and anintermediate plate 16 extending between theanchoring flange 12 andupper flange 14. The anchoringflange 12 andsupper flange 14 extend generally perpendicularly from the intermediate plate in spaced, parallel relation to one another to form a gap or area ofdepth 20 therebetween. The anchoringflange 12 extends further from the intermediate plate than the Upper flange, providing a larger surface area for mating, anchoring attachment to the roof structure. In use, theanchoring flange 12 is attached to theroof slab 22, which is typically a concrete substrate. A drive anchor with removable pin may be used to secure the anchoring flange to the roof slab. Alternatively, concrete nails or other well known anchoring hardware may be used for this purpose. The gap or area ofdepth 20 accommodates roof insulation or a lightweightinsulative concrete layer 24 which is applied in covering relation to theunderlying roof slab 22. Various conventional roofing materials, components and equipment may then be secured to the perimeter and/oredge closure 10 using conventional fasteners. For instance,Figure 4 illustrates the blockingassembly 10 as an edge closure, for mounting a stack flashing to the roof.Figure 3 shows the blockingassembly 10 in the form an edge closure for facilitating attachment of a wall scupper.Figures 5 and7 show the blockingassembly 10 in the form of a perimeter closure to facilitate attachment offascia 25, flashing 27, and adrip 28 to the roof system.Figure 6 shows the blockingassembly 10 in the form of edge closures for attaching an expansionjoint cover 29 at an expansion joint of the roof system. - In each of the above described designs, as well as those which follow, the blocking
assembly 10 is further provided with vent means 30 for allowing moisture and gasses to be released from the roof assembly. In particular, the vent means 30 allow moisture and gasses which may accumulate during the installation and setting of lightweight insulation concrete or other insulative material. The release of gasses and moisture via the vent means serves to reduce the likelihood of premature roof failure. In the various designs shown throughout the drawings, the vent means comprises a plurality ofapertures 32 formed through the thickness ofintermediate plate portion 16 at spaced intervals along a length thereof. The apertures may be in the form of circular holes or elongate slots. -
Figure 2 illustrates an alternative of an edge closure of theroof blocking assembly 10, wherein the edge closure includes anintegral cant 36 extending from theupper flange 16.Figures 1 and 2 further illustrate a splice joint 40 which permits for lateral movement and extension of adjacent sections of the edge closure. -
Figures 8 and9 illustrate an embodiment of the invention, i.e a blockingassembly 10, wherein the blocking assembly comprises a perimeter and/or edge closure having afascia portion 42 integral with anchoring flange and extending downwardly therefrom. This embodiment of the blockingassembly 10 is suited for installing agutter 44 along the outer perimeter of a roof, as seen inFigure 9 . Similar to the designs described above, the perimeter and/or edge closure ofFigures 8 and9 includes the anchoringflange 12, theupper flange 14, and theintermediate plate portion 16 with venting means 30 formed therein. The anchoring flange is secured to theroof structure 22 by conventional fasteners (e.g., drive anchors and removable pins). The gap or area ofdepth 20 is intended to accommodate a layer of thickness of lightweight insulationconcrete material 24 or other insulative material therein, between the anchoring flange and upper flange, as seen inFigure 9 . A roof membrane system 46 or other roof covering material are then applied to the insulation layer and a flashing strip 48 is attached in overlying relation to the juncture of the membrane andupper flange 14. Asteel drip edge 49 may further be attached, between the flashing and upper flange of the perimeter closure. -
Figures 10 and 11 illustrate another design of the blockingassembly 10, wherein the blocking assembly embodies an expansion joint curb for installation at an expansion joint on a roof system to facilitate attachment of an expansion joint cover to the expansion joint curb. The expansion joint curb includes two opposingcomponents flange 12,upper flange 14, andintermediate plate portion 16. Vent means 30 in the form of elongate holes or slots are provided in the intermediate plate portion of each of the components, near the anchoring flange. -
Figures 10 ,12 and 13 illustrate various designs of the expansionjoint curb components Figure 13 , the anchoring flange is attached to the roof slab, as described above. In these particular designs, the upper flange extends outwardly from an opposite face of the intermediate plate portion, creating a generally Z configuration. The area ofdepth 20 is defined above the anchoring flange, along an outer face of the intermediate plate portion. As seen inFigure 13 ,roof insulation material 24 is applied in covering relation to the anchoring flange within the area of depth on the outer face of the intermediate plate portion. - In
Figure 14 , only one of thecurb components 50 is used at a wall expansion joint to facilitate attachment of a wall expansionjoint cover 64 to the upper flange and intermediate plate portion as well as to avertical wall structure 65 adjacent the roof slab. -
Figure 15 illustrates yet another design of the blockingassembly 10, shown in the form of aconcealed equipment support 70, wherein the blockingassembly 10 comprises a generally inverted U-shape configuration with theupper flange 14 defining the base of the U. The opposing legs of the U are formed by a pair of theintermediate plate portions 16 extending downwardly from the upper flange. Anchoringflanges 12 extend outwardly from the intermediate plate portions for attachment to theroof slab 22. Roof insulation material is installed in overlying relation to the anchoring flange.Additional flange members 74 may be provided, in spaced, parallel relation above the anchoring flange to further facilitate attachment of the equipment's support to theroof structure 22 and to accommodate theinsulative material 24 therebetween. Various hardware and equipment can then be mounted to theupper flange 14. -
Figures 16 and 17 illustrate yet another design of the blockingassembly 10 shown in the form of a wall closure. In this particular design, the wall closure includes a generally M cross-sectional configuration, wherein the anchoringflange 12 is disposed between opposite,parallel portions 80, 80'. The opposite parallel portions include a pair of theintermediate plate portions 16 extending upwardly from the anchoring flange to the upper flange. Theupper flange 14 extends outwardly and downwardly on each of theparallel portions 80, 80', as seen inFigures 16 and1 . This particular design of the blockingassembly 10 is suited for attachment to the top surface of aconcrete parapet 90 to facilitate attachment of various roofing materials including abase flashing strip 92 and parapet coping 94. - It should be noted that in each of the above described designs of the blocking
assembly 10 of the present invention, the anchoringflange 12,intermediate flange portion 16, andupper flange 14 are preferably formed as an integral unit from galvanized steel, steel, aluminum, plastic or other non-corrosive, durable materials. The integral unit may be formed by various forming and molding methods well known in the industry including bending, roll forming, extrusion molding, injection molding and vacuum molding.
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- A blocking assembly (10) adapted for the installation of roofing components, materials, insulation material (24) and equipment on a roof strucure (22) of a building; said assembly comprising:an anchoring flange (12) structured and disposed for attachment to the roof structure;an upper flange (14) defining a mounting base for attachment of the roofing components, insulation materials, and equipment thereto, said upper flange extending in parallel, spaced, overlying relation to said anchoring flange (12) to define an area of depth therebetween, and said anchoring flange (12) being adapted for receipt of the insulation materials therebetween;an intermediate portion including a flat plate (16) extending vertically between said anchoring flange and said upper flange;said anchoring flange and said upper flange extending perpendicularly from said flat plate of said intermediate portion characterized by said anchoring flange extending further from said flat plate than said upper flange to provide a larger surface area for mating attachment to the roof structure;vent means formed in said intermediate portion and including a plurality of apertures (32) provided at spaced intervals along said intermediate portion for venting moisture and gases from within said roof structure;a fascia portion (42) integral with said anchoring flange and extending downwardly therefrom, said fascia portion including means for installing the roofing components thereto; anda rain gutter (44) attached to said fascia portion.
- The blocking assembly as recited in Claim 1 wherein said anchoring flange and said upper flange extend from said intermediate portion to define an area of depth therebetween to accommodate roof insulation (24) or lightweight concrete.
- The blocking assembly as recited in claim 2 wherein said anchoring flange (12), said upper flange (14) and said intermediate portion are formed as an integral unit.
- The blocking assembly as recited in claim 3 wherein said integral unit is formed of galvanized steel.
- The blocking assembly as recited in claim 3 wherein said integral unit is formed of steel.
- The blocking assembly as recited in claim 3 wherein said integral unit is formed of aluminum.
- The blocking assembly as recited in claim 3 wherein said integral unit is formed of plastic.
- The blocking assembly as recited in claim 1 wherein said upper flange has a flat top surface.
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