Articles Tagged with ''moisture management''

Contrary to popular belief, building codes do allow for use of permeable water-resistive barriers (WRBs) in cold climates

Preventing and combating moisture damage to a structure is one of the oldest dilemmas in the building industry

Air barriers have emerged as a key component of the building enclosure

Project teams must understand that selecting building materials is not something to be taken lightly

Simply put, the primary function of the building envelope is to act as the boundary between the interior and exterior. It must protect the interior from the outside elements, be durable and provide efficient comfort

There are several long-standing studies that consider the thermal performance of green roofs

Halo Exterra, a foam board insulation for above-grade exterior insulation applications is also designed to be a water-resistive barrier (which means that no building paper needs to be used).

Technology and innovation that are modern and engaging drove the design and product selection for the Advanced Learning Library in Wichita

Wagner Meters introduces the Rapid RH L6 system, an enhanced version of the Rapid RH system, which consolidates many concrete moisture testing features into a simpler process while featuring advanced technology that makes reporting faster, easier, and more reliable, even in concrete with higher relative humidity.

Infiltration actually poses a greater moisture threat to building envelopes than vapor diffusion