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SUMMARY:Warmer\, Wetter and Windier: Future Proofing Your Building Enclosure for Extreme Weather 1.0 CEU/HSW
DESCRIPTION:Warmer\, Wetter and Windier: Future Proofing Your Building Enclosure for Extreme Weather\nBuilding 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 weather events. Climate variables such as increased rainfall\, rising or falling temperatures\, more extreme winds\, or more frequent intense storms can impact building enclosure design in different ways and require specific design strategies to reliably perform during extreme weather. Incorporating resiliency measures can help ensure buildings maintain their functional use and prevent losses during utility outages. \nThis presentation will begin with an overview of climate forecasting and adapting the project requirements to the future needs of various building types. The discussion will focus on the implementation of specific construction approaches from schematic design through construction and integration. Each approach will be considered with respect to reducing operational energy use through strategies such as increased insulation\, increased air tightness\, and optimal daylight design. We will investigate enclosure assemblies that may have performed adequately in the past but in a changing climate no longer provide adequate control. We will investigate building enclosure assembly selection to prioritize increased resiliency and durability\, including redundant passive systems. Reuse and adaptation of the existing building stock will be investigated. Finally\, the design approach must consider the ability to maintain comfortable or operable interior conditions during catastrophic events. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentify changing climatic conditions that influence enclosure design such as increased wetting\, changing vapor diffusion\, shifting heating/cooling loads\, and increased wind loads.\nUnderstand how a changing climate can influence criteria for the overall building design such as wind funneling\, pedestrian comfort\, snow drifting\, stack effect\, flooding\, and ice/snow accumulation.\nPrioritize enclosure design strategies for durability\, reduced maintenance\, reuse\, and resiliency\nInvestigate how previously successful enclosure assemblies may no longer perform adequately due to climate change.\n\nRegister Now \nDavid Altenhofen\, FAIA\, Senior Technical Director\, RWDI \nDavid W. Altenhofen\, FAIA is a Senior Technical Director for the Building Enclosure Practice of RWDI\, a world-wide consultancy focusing on scientifically improving how buildings perform in their exact environment. David applies his 40 years of experience providing technical advice and quality assurance to a team of consultants bettering the building enclosure for a wide variety of projects. He has been involved in leadership roles in building enclosure performance for more than 20 years as a Principle within large architecture firms. David is active in the industry\, serving on many local and national committees including past National Chair of the Building Enclosure Council and the ABAA Board. David worked on the NIBS committee to publish Guideline 3 for Building Enclosure Commissioning\, authoring the chapter on Design Phase. He is past chair of the AIA Knowledge Community for Building Performance and was authored the shell chapter of the 11th edition of Architectural Graphic Standards. He has been widely published and presents frequently\, including at multiple national AIA conventions\, ABAA conferences\, local BECs \, universities and as a part of the RWDI educational symposiums. \n 
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/warmer-wetter-and-windier-future-proofing-your-building-enclosure-for-extreme-weather-1-0-ceu-hsw/
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SUMMARY:Whole Building Air Tightness Tests: Building Preparation and Sampling 1.0 CEU/HSW
DESCRIPTION:Whole Building Air Tightness Tests: Building Preparation and Sampling\nAll 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 used to prepare buildings for the test. This includes methods for temporary sealing of intentional openings. Currently\, the degree of error associated with different techniques is unknown. This presentation will review different techniques for preparing and testing large scale buildings\, review the results of over 200 large scale whole building airtightness tests\, and look at the comparative results from different methods of building preparation to assess the potential error associated with different building preparation techniques. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the different methods of temporary sealing and building preparations required before testing\nDescribe the relative effectiveness of different building preparation methods\n Understand the function of a whole building air barrier test\nPredict what methods of preparation will lead to tighter test results\n\nRegister Now \nBrad Carmichael\, PE\, BEMP\, CPHC\, Principal\, 4EA Building Science \nBrad has been consulting on building enclosures throughout North America for over a decade. Brad is passionate about good design and the role it can play in social and environmental stewardship. He believes that durable and efficient building enclosures are critical for a built environment that is low consumption and long lasting. Brad has consulted on a wide array of different project types and sectors\, including high rises\, healthcare facilities\, cultural institutions\, workspaces\, affordable housing\, and historic landmarks. \n  \n  \n\nAdam Neugebauer\, MS\, Building Science Thermographer. Building Science Specialist\, 4EA Building Science \nAdam has been working in the building science industry since 2007. In the late 2000s\, he was involved in rulemaking for the California Energy Code (Title 24\, Part 6) and promoting the adoption of emerging technologies in the single-family new construction market. While earning his master’s in Building Technology at MIT\, he conducted materials research into a cutting-edge granulated aerogel thermal insulation system. At 4EA\, Adam now focuses his attention on affordable housing construction projects along with co-managing all air barrier testing at 4EA.
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/whole-building-air-tightness-tests-building-preparation-and-sampling-1-0-ceu-hsw/
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SUMMARY:Update on the Current Building and Energy Codes That Affect the Air Barrier Industry 1.0 CEU/HSW
DESCRIPTION:Update on the Current Building and Energy Codes That Affect the Air Barrier Industry\nBuilding 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 a large impact. Building and Energy Codes are updated on a three-year cycle and we are at a transition period with the publication of ASHRAE 90.1-2025 and the finalization of the 2027 editions of both the International Building Code (IBC) and International Energy Efficiency Code (IECC). This presentation will have an overview of the revisions that were implemented over the past code cycle and some changes which will govern code development in the next cycle. Additionally the status of state and jurisdictional adoption will discussed. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the status of building and energy code development\nUnderstand changes to air barrier and water-resistive barrier requirements in the upcoming IBC-2027\n Understand changes to air barrier related provisions in ASHRAE-90.1-2025\nUnderstand the status and environment for energy code adoption by states and jurisdictions.\n\nRegister Now \nTheresa Weston\, PhD\, CPHC\, CAPS\, CGP\, President\, The Holt Weston Consultancy \nDr. Theresa Weston is a building science research professional specializing in the durability and energy efficiency of buildings. Theresa started The Holt Weston Consultancy in November 2020. Prior to starting her company\, Dr Weston was a DuPont Laureate with Dupont Safety and Construction. Dr. Weston is an inventor on four U. S. patents.\nTheresa received her Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology\, and Masters and PhD degrees in Chemical Engineering\, both from the California Institute of Technology.\nDr. Weston is active in industry standard and code development at ASHRAE\, ASTM and ICC. Dr. Weston has been awarded the DuPont Lavoisier Medal for Lifetime Technical Achievement\, the ASHRAE Distinguished Service\, Exceptional Service and Residential Service Awards\, the Wagdy Anis Award from the Air Barrier Association of America\, and the E. George Stern Award of Excellence from ASTM Committee E06. \n 
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/update-on-the-current-building-and-energy-codes-that-affect-the-air-barrier-industry-1-0-ceu-hsw/
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SUMMARY:The Building Science Aspects of Enclosure Detailing and Tie-Ins 1.0 CEU/HSW
DESCRIPTION:The Building Science Aspects of Enclosure Detailing and Tie-Ins\nThe 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 moisture by vapor diffusion. Sequencing of the details and tie-ins also have to consider sequencing by the trades\, material compatibility\, and durability\, including impacts of seasonal cycling. \nThis talk will focus on looking at the full building science considerations of detailing\, including materials that play one or more role as a control layer for heat\, air and moisture. The speaker will also discuss constructability and trade sequencing considerations. These are critical things to understand in designing and configuring details\, in addition to how they are presented in design drawing and shop drawing sets. This includes understanding how to integrate manufacturer standard details at interfaces such as roof to wall between roofing and wall air and water barriers and cladding. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nGain building science knowledge in configurations of details and what elements are controlling which types of flow paths for heat\, air and moisture.\nHave a deeper understanding of detail sequencing considering material compatibility\, as well as sequencing of the trades.\n Gain knowledge in layering for durability\, while also examining the build up of layers and thicknesses against construction constraints.\nBe able to describe and detail layering and sequencing critical to understand in design drawings and shop drawings for building enclosure systems.\n\nRegister Now \nPaul Totten\, PE\, LEED AP\, Senior Vice President\, WSP \nPaul E. Totten is a Senior Vice President at WSP and leads the Building Enclosures Division. He has over 28 years of experience in the fields of structural engineering\, building enclosure design and commissioning\, and building science. He has concentrated his expertise on the evaluation and analysis of heat\, air\, and moisture transfer\, and the cumulative effect these elements have on building components and building operation. \n 
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/the-building-science-aspects-of-enclosure-detailing-and-tie-ins-1-0-ceu-hsw/
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SUMMARY:ABAA Contractor Webinar: Pre-and Post Installed Balconies and Canopies Open Forum
DESCRIPTION:Adam Ugliuzza\, Partner of the Building Enclosures Group for Sustainable Building Partners\, will be hosting an open forum\, focusing on pre-and post installed balconies and canopy details in real-world applications. Send project-specific issues with an example picture or detail to lhardman@airbarrier.org (redact sensitive information). The webinar will be interactive\, and solutions will be provided on the call. \nDiscussion will include\, but is not limited to: \n\nConnections under the balconies\, where structural framing supports come through the AVB\nBalcony deck to wall connections\nConnections to balcony doors\, proper flashing and heights\nCanopies installed post AVB with connections through the facade\nPre-Fabricated balconies and those connections vs traditional stick built\n\nThis webinar is exclusive to the ABAA contractor members.  Please reach out to lhardman@airbarrier.org to register. \n 
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/abaa-contractor-webinar-pre-and-post-installed-balconies-and-canopies-open-forum/
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SUMMARY:Lessons Learned: Trades that Need to Include an AVB Discussion in their Specification & Preinstallation Meetings  1.0 CEU/HSW
DESCRIPTION:Lessons Learned: Trades that Need to Include an AVB Discussion in their Specification & Preinstallation Meetings\nWhen 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 trade elements\, consideration of construction and installation tolerances\, addressing the installation requirements for the substrate wall\, water and air resistive barriers\, insulation\, and façade support system\, and learning lessons from each installation. Each component must be thoroughly understood and specified within their respective specification sections to ensure comprehensive detailing. By understanding the necessary connections\, material compatibility\, tested systems\, and limitations of construction materials\, you can develop pre-installation conversation points within each building envelope and substrate meetings to proactively develop an advanced conversation about detailing\, grasping the construction requirements for each component and incorporating lessons learned will enhance future detailing and specifications will significantly improve the chances of project success. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentify early structural design considerations needed to maintain air\, vapor\, water\, insulation\, and rainscreen systems in bid documents.\nIncorporate construction tolerances when detailing substrate walls and control layers for various façade systems.\nRecognize common substrate and façade wall systems and the detailing needed to coordinate drawings and specifications.\nApply lessons learned on continuity\, fastening\, membranes\, and system tolerances to improve coordination and guide pre-installation meetings.\n\nRegister Now \nCorey Zussman\, AIA\, NCARB\, ALA (IL\, IN\, WI)\, RBEC\, RRC\, REWC\, RWC\, RRO\, CABS\, CCQM\, CDT\, CQM\, CxA+BE\, BECxP\, LEED AP BD+C\, Level II Thermographer\, QA/QC Vice President\, AECOM Hunt Construction \n As a forensic architect registered in several states\, Corey Zussman has practiced in the construction industry for over 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 and life safety topics. He is also a frequent presenter at local and national conferences and associations with over 50 AIA accredited presentations. \n 
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/lessons-learned-trades-that-need-to-include-an-avb-discussion-in-their-specification-preinstallation-meetings-1-0-ceu-hsw/
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