Elevating Enclosure Performance: Optimizing Continuous Insulation for Thermal Efficiency, Durability, and Safety This webinar explores how strategic continuous insulation (CI) choices can alleviate pressures on building enclosures and elevate building envelope performance, sustainability, durability, and life safety. Attendees will gain insights into NFPA 285 compliance, the role of CI in rainscreen systems, and key considerations […]

 Connecting the Dots: Air Barrier Connections A chain is only as strong as its weakest link, and this principle is equally applicable to air barriers. For an air barrier to function effectively, it must be continuous. This is why the design process is often described by the adage, "the pencil must not leave the paper." […]

This presentation will cover a detailed explanation of various types of flashings used in buildings, including the challenges and solutions facing through wall flashings.  It will include a thorough description of the characteristics of several types of membranes, emphasize the importance of compatibility, and review proper installation techniques. Learning objectives Define the attributes of a […]

 Above-Grade to Below-Grade Continuity: Applications, Performance, and Details In the world of high-performance building enclosures, the transition from above-grade wall systems to below-grade waterproofing continuity requires more than just high-quality products; it demands a sophisticated understanding of how systems interact across disparate assemblies. This technical webinar dives deep into the "gap" that often exists between […]

Warmer, Wetter and Winder: Future Proofing Your Building Enclosure for Extreme Weather Building enclosure design has always been driven in part by the ability to moderate the outdoor environmental conditions and maintain an operational indoor environment. The demand on building enclosures is evolving rapidly as changing climatic conditions require the design to mitigate more intense […]

Whole Building Air Tightness Tests: Building Preparation and Sampling All measurement tests inherently have error associated with the testing procedures, and whole building airtightness is no exception. Whole building airtightness testing is typically performed on construction sites, for buildings of various size and shape, sometimes still in various stages of construction. Different techniques are often […]

Update on the Current Building and Energy Codes That Affect the Air Barrier Industry Building and energy efficiency codes can have huge impact on the Air Barrier Industry, affecting the specification and installation of air and water-resistive barrier systems. Following the code change process is a daunting task and even apparently small changes can have […]

The Building Science Aspects of Enclosure Detailing and Tie-Ins The building enclosure is made up of many material types, with the predominant need of protecting the building from water infiltration. In addition, materials and tie-ins are critical to control air flow, understand thermal bridging and risks of surface condensation, and the control and flow of […]

Lessons Learned: Trades that Need to Include an AVB Discussion in their Specification & Preinstallation Meetings When designing a building envelope wall system, specifying, detailing, and having a pre-installation discussion about the backup substrate and façade elements, considering the water, air, vapor, and insulation systems detailing, is critical. This involves careful coordination with all façade […]

Sink or Swim: Effective Natatorium Envelope Design Thru Case Study Participants will develop a comprehensive understanding of the potential risks involved in designing roof and wall assemblies over pools and other corrosive environments. The session will cover effective design strategies to mitigate moisture damage by managing air, temperature, and vapor control. Key roof assembly elements—such […]