🌬️ Wind Design Manual (IBC 2018 & ASCE 7-16 PDF)
Practical wind load calculations for buildings and solar PV systems
✔ IBC 2018 | ✔ ASCE/SEI 7-16 | ✔ Instant Download
A Practical Guide to Wind Load Design & Code Compliance
Wind Design Manual provides step-by-step, example-driven guidance for calculating wind forces on buildings and solar photovoltaic systems in accordance with the 2018 International Building Code and ASCE/SEI 7-16.
This manual is designed for real-world application—bridging the gap between complex code provisions and practical structural design decisions.
What This Manual Helps You Do
- 🌬 Calculate wind loads using ASCE/SEI 7-16
- 🏗 Apply IBC 2018 wind provisions correctly
- 📐 Design wind-resistant buildings
- ☀️ Evaluate wind forces on solar PV systems
- 🧠 Reduce plan review and inspection issues
Key Topics Covered
- ✔ Wind speed maps and exposure categories
- ✔ Enclosure classification and internal pressure
- ✔ Main wind force resisting systems (MWFRS)
- ✔ Components and cladding design
- ✔ Wind design examples for solar photovoltaic systems
Who This Manual Is For
- Structural engineers
- Architects and building designers
- Solar PV system designers
- Plan reviewers and building officials
Why the PDF Edition Is Ideal
- 💻 Use on site, in the office, or during plan review
- 🔍 Instantly search wind load procedures and examples
- 🖍 Annotate calculations and code references
- ⚡ Faster reference than printed code manuals
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the ASCE 7 code book?
No. This is a practical design manual that explains and applies the code.
Which code editions are used?
The 2018 IBC and ASCE/SEI 7-16.
Does it include worked examples?
Yes. Example-based calculations are a core feature.
How do I receive the PDF?
Instant download access is provided after purchase.