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Enhancing Performance Overhead with Tapered Roof Insulation

A Q&A with PIMA President Justin Koscher

May 22, 2024

Justin Koscher, President of PIMA, joins us to discuss tapered roof insulation and how it can help improve drainage and reroofing challenges.

Designing for Severe Weather

Lindsay Lewis

June 9, 2022

Severe weather has significantly changed the way we look at design and construction of our buildings—from commercial to residential. Weather has become more volatile as natural disasters have taken their toll on our architecture.

New Transition Flashing for Air and Water Protection

DuraGard CM Transition Flashing

May 27, 2021

DuPont DuraGard CM Transition Flashing complements fully compatible product portfolio, ensures building protection and simplifies specification.

Weather Resistive Barrier Provides Protection Against Air and Water Intrusion

Xci VP-SA WRB

August 10, 2020

Hunter Panels is fortifying their portfolio of polyiso wall products with the addition of the Xci VP-SA WRB, a membrane for use in above-grade wall assemblies.

DensElement Barrier System Passes Water Penetration Test

March 9, 2020

Georgia-Pacific Building Products recently enlisted the help of Intertek to conduct three water penetration resistance tests in accordance with ASTM E331, Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Skylights, Doors, and Curtain Walls by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference.

Designing for the Challenges of Zinc Roofing

Minimizing Leakage and the Risk of Backside Corrosion

Jeffry Ceruti

Daniel P. Clark

Kelsey Dunn

June 15, 2018

A comprehensive explanation of the zinc corrosion mechanism, and will discuss the nuances of properly designing zinc roofs and cladding to minimize leakage and the risk of backside corrosion

AAMA Releases Updated Standard Test Method

August 1, 2017

The "Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of Windows, Curtain walls and Doors Using Dynamic Pressure," establishes the equipment and procedures for testing.

Diving Into Fountain and Pool Waterproofing

With Extra Attention, Problems With Fountains and Pools Can Be Averted

Anthony J. Nicastro Niklas W. Vigener

September 26, 2013

While rooftop and plaza pools are spectacular on a warm summer day, they flirt with disaster from a waterproofing standpoint.

The Evolving Landscape of Commercial Energy Efficiency

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 PDH, LA CES/HSW; 0.1 ICC CEU; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 IACET CEU

This course equips owners, architects, engineers, and construction professionals with the knowledge to navigate the evolving landscape of commercial energy efficiency codes and their critical role in sustainable and energy-efficient building design. We will delve into the most recent and upcoming energy codes and standards, with a focus on ASHRAE 90.1 and IECC, and explore their implications for building enclosure design and performance

Next Level Cladding with Resin Cast Shapes

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 0.1 ICC CEU; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 IACET CEU

This course examines wood and brick resin cast shapes' and demonstrates their sustainability and performance qualities. They are durable, lightweight, and easy to install. Case studies of noteworthy projects illustrate the superior form and function of this next-level cladding alternative.

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Plaster and Drywall Assemblies Manual

This is a comprehensive manual that goes beyond codes and standards, providing expert guidance in design, detailing, material selection and troubleshooting for plaster and drywall.

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