Strength at the Edge. Confidence in the Storm.
PerformaEdge™ from IMETCO is a complete line of ES-1 tested edge metal systems designed to protect low-slope roofing at its most vulnerable point—the perimeter. Our product family includes fascia, coping, gutters, and downspouts, each engineered for exceptional wind resistance, watertight performance, and long-term durability.
Available in a wide range of materials, gauges, and Kynar® finishes, PerformaEdge™ systems combine tested strength with architectural flexibility. Factory-fabricated components, concealed splice plates, and integrated accessories ensure fast installation, consistent quality, and reliable code compliance.
Whether you need high-performance fascia and coping or cost-effective formed solutions, PerformaEdge™ delivers roof edge protection that meets today’s building codes and tomorrow’s storm challenges.
The roof edge is the most exposed and failure-prone part of any low-slope roofing system. Unlike the protected roof field, coping, fascia, and perimeter terminations bear the full force of uplift pressures, pressure differentials, and wind-driven rain. Studies by FM Global, RICOWI, and FEMA consistently show that 59% to over 60% of roof failures begin at the edge. Once the perimeter fails, uplift forces quickly peel back the membrane, leading to progressive blow-off and interior water intrusion.
For schools, universities, and commercial buildings, this translates into more than just property damage—it means interrupted operations, costly emergency repairs, and shortened roof lifespans. That’s why edge securement is not optional: it’s the roof’s first and most critical line of defense.
FEMA’s Tornado Risk Index shows relative tornado hazard by county, integrating historical data and expected impact scores.
Severe weather patterns in the U.S. are becoming more frequent, intense, and widespread:
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Billion-dollar disasters are accelerating. NOAA reports that from 2020–2024, the U.S. averaged 23 billion-dollar weather events per year, compared to just 9 per year in the 1980s.
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Convective storms and derechos are rising. Climate Central notes that severe storm outbreaks now account for nearly half of all billion-dollar weather disasters, with wind gusts often exceeding 100 mph.
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Tornado activity is shifting east. Researchers have documented a migration of Tornado Alley toward the Southeast and Ohio Valley, exposing regions and campuses previously considered lower risk.
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Hurricane seasons remain highly active. Persistently warm ocean temperatures continue to fuel elevated storm counts and stronger systems, putting both coastal and inland buildings at greater risk.
These trends reinforce the urgency for tested, ES-1 certified edge metal systems that can resist today’s storm conditions and tomorrow’s uncertainties.
