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SUMMARY:Saddle Up! Integrating Control Layers at Parapet to Rise Walls Conditions 1.0 CEU/HSW
DESCRIPTION: Saddle Up! Integrating Control Layers at Parapet to Rise Walls Conditions\nWater and air leakage\, deterioration\, and biological growth often occur at parapet terminations where adjacent rise walls lack proper integration of air and moisture control layers. These issues typically stem from missing or inadequate detailing\, sequencing\, trade coordination\, and installation—compounded by limited industry standards and general lack of awareness. While most designs rely on two-dimensional details\, complex roof-to-wall interfaces require multi-step\, three-dimensional detailing. Proper construction sequencing\, trade coordination\, and mock-ups—including saddle flashing—are essential. This presentation will review design principles for integrating control layers at complex conditions and demonstrate how freehand sketches\, paper folding\, 3D modeling\, collaboration with trades and manufacturers\, and mock-ups help develop effective saddle flashing details. \nLearning Objectives: \n\n Understand the importance of critical detailing of control layers at complex conditions to avoid air and water-related problems\n Learn effective ways to develop and design successful details at complex conditions that are constructable and durable\n Recognize the importance of considering construction sequencing and trade coordination when developing complex details\n Understand the importance of mock-ups for evaluating detailing\, sequencing and performance testing to ensure water-resistant and airtight designs\n\nRegister Now \nMichael Nagle\, NCARB\, Firmwide Quality Leader | Building Enclosures\, Cannon Design \nIn his role as a firmwide quality leader of building enclosures\, Michael Nagle leads CannonDesign’s building enclosure group\, leads standard development\, performs quality reviews\, and develops in-house training for fellow colleagues in the area of building science fundamentals and building enclosure design. Before joining CannonDesign (a global A/E design firm) in January 2022\, Michael served the industry as a building enclosure consultant while investigating many projects involving water and air leakage\, condensation\, and distress conditions in a variety of building enclosure systems at a leading consulting firm for nearly 20 years. \n  \n\n  \nJacob Morrison\, Associate AIA\, ANFA\, Designer III\, Cannon Design \nJake Morrison is committed to integrating technology to find creative solutions for each project’s unique challenges. At CannonDesign\, he uses metrics derived from iterative modeling and simulation to inform and refine the design process to meet the different needs each client\, project\, and site requirement. In the last 5 years\, Jake has been involved in many large scale projects serving as a building enclosure technical designer. \n 
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/saddle-up-integrating-control-layers-at-parapet-to-rise-walls-conditions-1-0-ceu-hsw/
CATEGORIES:CEU Webinars
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Complexities of Expansion Joint System Installation for Stadium Construction 1.0 CEU/HSW
DESCRIPTION:Navigating the Complexities of Expansion Joint System Installation for Stadium Construction\nThe installation of expansion joint systems in stadium construction presents unique challenges due to the structural demands and operational requirements of these large-scale venues. This presentation will explore the technical intricacies associated with planning\, coordinating\, and executing expansion joint system installations with particular emphasis on the critical role of effective interfacing with various substrates and the extensive logistical coordination required for a seamless\, water-tight installation. Key discussion points will include the process of ensuring proper preparation and alignment with various substrates\, which are often subject to irregularities and environmental conditions that could impact the performance and longevity of the joint systems. This presentation will reference a confidential new NFL stadium on the East Coast and analyze the importance of pre-installation assessment\, surface preparation\, and substrate compatibility in addressing and/or minimizing issues that could lead to system failure or compromised system integrity. \nLearning Objectives: \n\n Identify the Role and Importance of Expansion Joint Systems in Large-Scale Stadium Projects\n Examine Best Practices for Interfacing Expansion Joints with Concrete Substrates\n Analyze Logistical and Sequencing Challenges in Expansion Joint Installation\n Identify Common Types of Expansion Joint Materials and Installation Challenges\n\nRegister Now \nJack Belanger\, Vice President\, MTN Inc. \nJack Belanger is a Vice President for MTN Inc.\, a national Division-7 waterproofing and specialty contractor. Jack brings over 20 years of experience in commercial construction ranging from maintaining and extending useful lives of new commercial buildings and structures to performing restoration aspects of commercial structures while utilizing leading technologies to ensure building envelope continuity. Jack is proficient in various technologies including below-grade waterproofing systems\, expansion joint systems\, above-grade air/vapor barriers\, joint sealants\, commercial roofing systems\, traffic coatings\, epoxy coatings\, and hot- and cold- applied waterproofing. \n 
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/navigating-the-complexities-of-expansion-joint-system-installation-for-stadium-construction-1-0-ceu-hsw/
CATEGORIES:CEU Webinars
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SUMMARY:Air Barrier Embodied Carbon: A Critical Review 1.0 CEU/HSW
DESCRIPTION:Air Barrier Embodied Carbon: A Critical Review\nThe session will start with a review of embodied carbon impacts applied to air barriers. This will include a comparison of published air barrier embodied carbon values\, varying assessment methodologies\, and their limitations. A recommended approach of evaluating embodied carbon impacts based on clear field and linear/point impacts similar to modern thermal performance analysis will be presented. The impacts of this approach will be illustrated using example building envelope assemblies. A number of common project air barrier considerations will be discussed including: the use of membranes under exterior spray foam applications\, the use of liquid applied air barriers on masonry when applying interior fibrous insulation\, and the use of loose sheet vs liquid applied or self-adhered air barriers. This session will be of interest to a range of participants: manufacturer’s will be interested in the review of environmental product declarations (EPDs) and how it may affect their systems; professionals will be interested in the insights and approaches offered and application to their practices in selecting systems and reporting embodied carbon impacts. The session be a great targeted introduction for contractors and others in the industry with an interest in embodied carbon applications to their field of work. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentify the embodied carbon impact stage for air barrier\n Determine Clear Field vs Linear Impacts\nIllustrate the impact of air barrier on the embodied carbon of building envelope assemblies\nIdentify the impacts of common air barrier strategy selections\n\nRegister Now \nDr. Randy Van Straaten\, PhD\, P.Eng\, President\, Building Science Specialist\, Building Enclosure Labs\, Inc \nDr. Randy Van Straaten is the President and a Building Science Specialist at Building Enclosure Labs Inc. (BELi) in London\, Ontario. Previously\, Randy worked at RDH Building Science\, where he managed their life cycle analysis services. Randy recently completed a life cycle assessment study for BC Housing and has been lecturing on sustainability\, with a focus on operating and embodied carbon of building envelopes. He recently taught Building Science for Retrofits at George Brown College and Building Performance at Toronto Metropolitan University.
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/air-barrier-embodied-carbon-a-critical-review-1-0-ceu-hsw/
CATEGORIES:CEU Webinars
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SUMMARY:ABAA Contractor Webinar: Mock Ups - The "Crash Test Dummy" for Building Enclosure
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will review why enclosures are critical for energy efficiency\, sustainability and durability\, and explain how every building is unique.  We will then review and discuss the advantages/disadvantages of the various types of mock ups\, using examples from actual projects\, along with discussing various industry performance tests and standards typically performed on Functional or tested mock ups. \nThe last part of the presentation will review and provide ideas on how to take the Lessons Learned from the mock and use that information as an on-site training for the tradesmen whom will be installing the enclosure for that project. \nThis webinar is exclusive to the ABAA contractor members.  Please reach out to lhardman@airbarrier.org to register.
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/abaa-contractor-webinar-mock-ups-the-crash-test-dummy-for-building-enclosure/
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SUMMARY:Dispelling the Myths about Building Enclosure Warranties  1.5 CEU/HSW
DESCRIPTION:Dispelling the Myths about Building Enclosure Warranties\nBuilding Envelope System Warranties are becoming more sought after and bring some real value to a building owner – they help manage risk and obtain peace of mind. What constitutes a building enclosure system warranty? Can such a warranty be attained under one umbrella of coverage? Our industry understands how critical it is to ensure building enclosure protection from water\, air\, and thermal intrusion\, at every level\, and at every transition\, but is our industry ready for shift in practices to make this a reality for building owners? In a world aiming to minimize financial exposure\, system warranties are a good option. But are they really that simple to specify and implement? Join us to learn more about building enclosure system warranties\, the value they bring\, what they are\, how to specify them\, and what to look out for during the build process. \nLearning Objectives: \n\n Explain the scale and causes of building enclosure failures as a billion-dollar annual issue and describe why performance specifications – defining performance\, functional\, and technical requirements – are essential to reducing these failures.\n Identify and interpret key contract terms\, conditions\, and warranties\, and analyze how they assign responsibilities among parties and outline remedies in cases of claims or breaches.\n Differentiate between full system warranties\, component warranties\, and workmanship warranties\, and evaluate how full building envelope warranties align with Building Code compliance and the performance expectations of components that are moderately difficult to access or replace.\nDistinguish the coverage terms of various whole building envelope warranties and apply this understanding to appropriately incorporate warranty requirements into project specifications\n\nRegister Now \nMelissa Payne\, BECxP\, CxA+BE\, CDT\, Owner\, Midwest Enclosure Consulting\, LLC \nMelissa I. Payne is the founder of Midwest Enclosure Consulting (est. 2022)\, providing third-party building enclosure consulting\, forensic investigations\, performance assessments\, and onsite inspections. She previously led Tremco CPG’s Enclosure System Solutions Team and administered the MyTEAM Leak-Free Warranty program\, and before that managed building enclosure commissioning and consulting services at Miller Engineering after serving as an Owner’s Representative for City Utilities of Springfield.With broad experience in building science\, commissioning\, construction observation\, and detail development across multiple building types\, Ms. Payne is known for improving collaboration and reducing risk in design and construction. A nationally recognized speaker\, she is an active member of SWMO-CSI\, ICC\, NIBS\, BEC-OR (Past Chair)\, BETEC\, ABAA\, and IIBEC\, and is a published author in Interface magazine. \n\nCorey Zussman\, AIA\, NCARB\, ALA\, CABS\, QA/QC Vice President\, AECOM Hunt \nAs a forensic architect registered in several states\, Corey Zussman has practiced in the construction industry for more than 30 years. He specializes in the building envelope\, restoration\, preservation\, life safety\, and interior finishes. While working on over 2000 projects\, Corey conducts constructability reviews\, pre-installation meetings\, comprehensive envelope meetings\, and construction observations. He has also become known for providing educational opportunities throughout the industry and has produced more than 200 “lessons learned” papers. Topics include building envelope and life safety concerns\, enabling Corey to proactively address issues during design review\, pre-construction\, and construction. In addition\, he has over 15 industry articles about building envelope\, life safety\, and interior topics. He is also a frequent presenter at local and national conferences and associations with over 60 AIA accredited presentations. \n\nAmy Baker\, AIA\, LEED AP\, Specifications Writer\, Amy Baker Architect \nAmy Baker is a Registered Architect and Specifications Consultant with over 20 years of experience in commercial construction. She specializes in the technical development of projects with a passion for enclosure detailing\, building science\, codes\, and specifications. Amy is pleased to serve on the Board of Directors for the Building Enclosure Council (BEC-GD)\, the Detroit Chapter of the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI)\, Specification Consultants in Independent Practice (SCIP)\, and the Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA). She is also on RIB SpecLink’s Product Innovation Advisory Board\, where she contributes ideas for improving the functionality of one of the leading spec writing platforms in North America. Amy holds two degrees from Lawrence Technological University\, where she has been recognized as the university’s 26th Distinguished Architecture Award Recipient.
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/dispelling-the-myths-about-building-enclosure-warranties-1-5-ceu-hsw/
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