Over time, changes in building codes have begun to challenge designers to meet life safety, indoor air quality, and energy efficiency requirements on wood-framed, mid-rise multi-family projects. When NFPA 13 sprinkler requirements are driving the design of the roof assembly, the risk of condensation often increases.
On December 10th at 2pm EST we have a free webinar on this topic and more, "Building Science and Life Safety in Wood Framed Construction"
Building Science and Life Safety in Wood Framed Construction
Erin Andes, Director of Design Outreach, for GAF | Siplast, joined us recently to chat about her upcoming webinar, “Building Science and Life Safety in Wood Framed Construction.” Listen in as Erin talks about how building codes have begun to challenge designers when it comes to safety and energy efficiency requirements.
Erin Andes, Director of Design Outreach, for GAF | Siplast, joined us recently to chat about the upcoming webinar.
Watch and listen in as Erin talks about how building codes have begun to challenge designers when it comes to safety and energy efficiency requirements.
She’ll also discuss how the risk of condensation increases with NFPA 13 sprinkler requirements.
Learning Objectives:
- Cover code changes and how they impact durability in roofing assemblies.
- Employ a vapor control strategy that meets the code requirements for life safety, indoor air quality, and energy efficiency.
- Describe the impact of value engineering decisions related to sprinklers on roof performance.
- Recognize how hygrothermal modeling can inform the amount, type, and placement of insulation in a roof assembly.
