Articles Tagged with ''building codes''

The committee, which is co-chaired by Shepherd and Robin Anderson, also from Westlake Royal Building Products, aims to address the critical need for roofing systems that can withstand the increasing threat of wildfires.     

The Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI), in collaboration with the American Concrete Institute (ACI), announces the release of ACI/PCI CODE-319-25: Structural Precast Concrete – Code Requirements and Commentary.

Registration is now open for the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance Southeast Region Meeting, taking place April 22-23 at the Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort on Sand Key in Florida.

Attic Breeze announced the Florida Building Code approval of its energy-efficient, durable solar-powered attic fan and ventilation solution for use in High-Velocity Hurricane Zones in Florida.

The rise of combustible insulation materials prompted the development of NFPA 285 in the late 1900s to specifically address concerns about wall assemblies containing combustible components.

The National Institute of Building Sciences, National Building Museum, and International Code Council have made the decision to postpone Elevate 2025.

Elevate 2025 will convene industry leaders and policymakers to explore the true scope of the issue and introduce solutions to support the country’s security and growth.

The U.S. Department of Energy has awarded USGBC California and its team of partners $3.8 million to accelerate building decarbonization in collaboration with municipalities throughout California including the City of Los Angeles, the County of Los Angeles, and local trade organizations.

What efficiency changes can designers implement based on a U-value? Many options are available that can make a huge difference in this metric.