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SUMMARY:The Power of 1\,000 Blower Door Tests: Results Don't Lie 1.0 CEU/HSW
DESCRIPTION:Blower door testing finally has an established market to analyze bulk data. Lets study this data collected over the past decade from over 1\,000 commercial blower door tests and over 6\,500 residential unit tests. Data will include pass and fail frequency\, common leakage sources\, infrared diagnostics\, and more! \nLearning Objectives: \n\nAnalyze pass and fail frequency of tests and the sources of failure\nLearn which types of buildings and building products are top performers for airtightness\nIdentify 5 common architectural building features which lead to test failures\nRefine air leakage diagnostic skills using infrared imaging\, smoke tracers\, and other common methods\n\nRegister Now \nMike Poirier\, Vice President|Principal\, QED Lab\n \nMike Poirier\, FMPC\, is Vice President of QEDLab and has more than 15 years of experience in building enclosure consulting\, forensic investigations\, and performance testing. One of the few professionals in the Pacific Northwest to hold a Level III Air Barrier Testing Technician certification\, Mike has led more than 700 testing projects\, completed over 10\,000 window tests\, and overseen testing of more than 21 million square feet of air barrier systems. His expertise includes building enclosure commissioning\, waterproofing\, air barrier performance\, field testing\, and technical consulting. Mike is also an accomplished technical author\, equipment innovator\, and industry educator dedicated to advancing building enclosure performance and quality assurance.
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/the-power-of-1000-blower-door-tests-results-dont-lie-1-0-ceu-hsw/
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SUMMARY:BE and the High C’s: Specification Writing with Enclosure Consultants in Perfect Pitch 1.0 CEU/HSW
DESCRIPTION:The 4 C’s—Clear\, Correct\, Concise\, and Complete—form the foundation of effective technical and specification writing. Building Enclosure Consultants (BECs)\, however\, may not be fluent in the language of specifications\, often viewing it as a misunderstood second language. As a result\, the work of specification writing becomes doubly challenging when collaborating with BECs. \nThis session explores the range of building enclosure consulting scopes and processes that directly influence building enclosure specifications\, including Building Enclosure Commissioning (BECx)\, which is rapidly becoming both a high-performance building expectation and a code-driven requirement. To bring this sometimes-awkward working duet into perfect pitch\, specification writers must learn to harmonize with BECs—using the 4 C’s as their common language—to clearly communicate enclosure intent\, responsibilities\, and performance requirements. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nReview the 4 C’s as presented by CSI. Consider additional C’s in the specification writing process. Present these concepts to Building Enclosure Consultants.\nAnalyze the Building Enclosure Commissioning (BECx) process from pre-design through the 10-month warranty walkover\, and apply to the specification writing process.\nCompare the range of BECx activities\, tasks\, and requirements from the governing standards and organizations of NIBS\, ASTM E2813 and E2947\, LEED v5\, USACE\, and ASHRAE 90.1\, and 2021 IECC.\nInterpret the variations of the typical building consultant’s scope and processes versus BECx\, and the extent of building enclosure deliverables relative to the specification writing process.\n\nRegister Now \nPamela Jergenson\, FCSI\, CDT\, CCS\, CCCA\, BECxP\, CxA+BE\, CABS\, Technical Director of Building Science Solutions Building & Construction\, Intertek \nPam Jergenson is certified in several areas in the construction industry: building enclosure commissioning\, air barriers; and construction documents\, specifications\, and contracts. Additionally\, she is trained in Whole Building Airtightness Testing (WBAT) and licensed as an air barrier field auditor. With nearly 35 years of experience in building enclosures\, her knowledge range includes project inception through construction and warranty phases for both new and existing building construction. Pam extends her work into building enclosure investigations and forensics\, hygrothermal modeling\, and building enclosure management and maintenance planning for building owners and sites across the region and the United States. Her responsibilities focus on professional development and associations by facilitating training and career pathing\, conducting public speaking\, working on technical committees; and reviewing guidelines\, code\, and related documents.
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/be-and-the-high-cs-specification-writing-with-enclosure-consultants-in-perfect-pitch-1-0-ceu-hsw/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260923T120000
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SUMMARY:ABAA Contractor Webinar: ABAA Guidelines - Roof to Wall Transitions
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that the ABAA has developed a set of educational construction details for the challenging roof-to-wall air barrier connection? \nThese conceptual details have been developed by the Transitions\, Terminations\, and Flashings committee to act as a technical resource for the industry and we are excited to talk about them! A tremendous amount of work has gone into the development of this resource\, and we are happy to have them now available online. \nThis presentation will review typical roof-to-wall transition details commonly seen in new construction buildings today. \nWe encourage all in attendance to download the details in advance and come with any questions. \nDownload the ABAA Roof to Wall Conceptual Details \nPresenter: Adam Ugliuzza\, Partner – Building Enclosures Group \nThis webinar is exclusive to the ABAA contractor members.   \nContact Us to Register \n  \n 
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/abaa-contractor-webinar-abaa-guidelines-roof-to-wall-transitions-2/
CATEGORIES:CEU Webinars
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SUMMARY:Understanding Difficult Critical Transitions of Air\, Vapor and Moisture Barriers 1.0 CEU/HSW
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will identify the many difficult critical transitions on complex building types and will give the tools to better understand the reasoning and sequencing needed to complete the installation in order to prevent constructability issues and potential rework in the field through drawing detailing and correlating construction photos of actual installations and explanations of each condition. \nLearning Objectives: \n\n Identify locations of difficult critical transitions regarding the installation of the air\, vapor\, and moisture barrier through construction drawings and correlating photos of correct and incorrect installations.\nConfidently review drawings and in-place work through an understanding of the detailing needed to be located on the drawings and in the field.\n Learn how to prevent constructability issues during design development and create an action plan for each condition for construction regarding the installation of the air\, vapor\, and moisture barriers.\nApply the understanding of the installation of the air\, vapor\, and moisture barriers concerns to the field during the site observation review.\n\nRegister Now \nCorey Zussman\, AIA\, NCARB\, ALA (IL\, IN\, WI)\, QA/QC Vice President\, AECOM Hunt Construction \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.
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/understanding-difficult-critical-transitions-of-air-vapor-and-moisture-barriers-1-0-ceu-hsw/
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SUMMARY:Within Tolerance: Why Real-World Cross-Collaboration Matters More in the AI Age 1.0 CEU/HSW
DESCRIPTION:As artificial intelligence reshapes workflows across architecture\, engineering\, and construction\, the demand for more sophisticated and adaptable building enclosures continues to grow. Yet\, the built environment remains fundamentally human—designed for people\, shaped by context\, and realized through collaboration. This presentation offers a multidisciplinary perspective\, drawing from the experiences of architects\, contractors\, and owners to examine how real-world\, cross-disciplinary coordination remains essential to delivering high-performance buildings\, even as digital tools become more prevalent. It highlights lessons from projects where human communication—not automation—was the key to maintaining design intent\, continuity\, and constructability. The session explores how to achieve better buildings from start to finish—showing that beyond maintaining assembly and system continuity\, true performance depends on project team continuity. From breaking ground to drying in\, the presentation illustrates how proactive coordination\, clear scope definition\, and interface and goals alignment can prevent the missteps that lead to failure. Emphasis is placed on applying first principles and fundamentals to navigate complex conditions and develop simple\, collaborative solutions. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentify critical coordination points that affect enclosure continuity and performance from design through construction.\nDescribe how early\, discipline-wide collaboration mitigates scope gaps and interface failures in enclosure assemblies.\nDiscuss practical strategies for maintaining communication and alignment among project stakeholders.\nApply lessons from field and desk to improve constructability and performance of air\, moisture\, and thermal control layers.\n\nRegister Now \nEnrique Lizardi\, Building Enclosure Consultant – PM – Associate\, BPL Enclosure` \nEnrique Lizardi is a Building Enclosure Consultant at BPL Enclosure\, with a multidisciplinary background in architecture\, construction\, and building science. He earned his degree in Architecture from Universidad La Salle Morelia\, where he began his career in building design and construction. Early mentorship under a professional who bridged architecture and engineering shaped his integrated\, systems-based approach to enclosure performance. \nEnrique’s project experience spans high-rise\, civic\, and commercial developments\, including courthouse facilities in the mountainous regions of Michoacán\, where he coordinated steel wall systems and environmental control layers. After relocating to Atlanta\, Georgia\, in 2018\, he specialized in designing and delivering high-performance cladding assemblies as a subcontractor. Building on that expertise\, he joined BPL Enclosure in 2023 to re-focus on the performance of the entire building enclosure. \nWith experience across climates\, construction roles\, and cultural contexts\, Enrique brings a holistic and practical perspective to enclosure design—emphasizing durability\, constructability\, and building-science-driven performance.
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/within-tolerance-why-real-world-cross-collaboration-matters-more-in-the-ai-age-1-0-ceu-hsw/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261008T130000
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SUMMARY:Raise Your Expectations of Continuous Insulation & Air Barrier Systems 1.0 CEU/HSW
DESCRIPTION:Current construction practices have spurred innovation in continuous insulation and air barrier technologies. Specifiers need a solid grasp of continuous insulation\nand air barrier fundamentals in order to ensure wall systems function as intended. This course will provide an overview of continuous insulation and air\nbarrier technology options for in-field and off-site construction. In addition\, I will discuss critical considerations including material compatibility\, whole system testing and warranty coverages for overall building protection and performance. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentify how current construction industry trends are impacting continuous insulation and air barrier products.\nEvaluate the benefits of continuous insulation and air barrier systems including innovations that have increased the performance\nClarify how whole system testing for continuous insulation and air barrier systems can increase total building performance.\nRecognize how to evaluate\, meet requirements for\, and understand benefits of continuous insulation and air barrier whole system warranties.\n\nRegister Now \nVanessa Henley\, Category Manager\, Facades\, Tremco CPG Inc \nVanessa Henley is the Category Manager of Facades at Tremco CPG Inc. In their role\, they determine the strategy for Tremco Insulation\, Finishes\, and Air Barriers. She manages the Facades team comprising product and technical experts. Vanessa has been a member of the Tremco product management team for four years and focused their career on product management and product development. She is an active member of the marketing committee for the Air Barrier Association of America.
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/raise-your-expectations-of-continuous-insulation-air-barrier-systems-1-0-ceu-hsw/
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SUMMARY:Vapor Driving me Crazy! 1.0 CEU/HSW
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will review the challenges presented when detailing an exterior wall with a reservoir cladding. Because reservoir claddings hold onto moisture by their nature\, they create conditions that present different risks than typical drained cladding systems or rainscreen walls. The detailing of your air barrier\, flashing\, and insulation can all be affected based on this cladding type and your climate zone\, plus the need to consider the structural support wall behind the various types of reservoir cladding. Stucco cladding on masonry in Florida is a different ballgame than a brick cavity wall on metal stud framing and sheathing in New Hampshire. How permeable should your exterior air barrier be? Should you use a vapor retarder on the exterior in a ‘mixed but mostly cold’ climate when the common practice is to have a vapor retarder on the inside of the wall? So many variables! This presentation will review different types of reservoir claddings\, in different climate zones\, and on different backup wall systems to understand how to bring it all together and keep your vapor from driving you crazy. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nLearn when a drainage plane and outboard WRB may be required by code behind reservoir cladding.\nLearn how to avoid a double vapor barrier problem in mixed climates when using reservoir cladding in a cavity wall over stud framing and sheathing.\n Understand how to transition from a mass masonry system to a drained\, framing and sheathing system and what risks may come with that transition.\nLearn about the building science behind detailing mass masonry walls with reservoir cladding in hot climates and what to consider with insulation location and facing.\n\nRegister Now \nJessica Saravia\, AIA\, CSI\, CDT\, CCS\, NCARB\, LEED AP\, Technical Director\, DMAC Architecture & Interiors \nJessica Saravia is Technical Director at DMAC Architecture & Interiors where she leads construction documentation\, administration\, and specification writing across all project types\, sizes\, and programs. Jessica is passionate about building performance and building science. She is the past Chair of the Leadership Group for the National AIA Building Performance Knowledge Community. In addition\, she serves as Vice Chair on the National AIA Codes and Standards Committee and as Chair of the Chicago Chapter of the Building Enclosure Council. She lives in a 100-year-old house in Evanston with her husband\, three kids\, and two dogs.
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/vapor-driving-me-crazy-1-0-ceu-hsw/
CATEGORIES:CEU Webinars
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SUMMARY:Building Enclosure Commissioning vs. Enclosure Testing 1.0 CEU/HSW
DESCRIPTION:As building performance expectations rise\, confusion often persists between Building Enclosure Commissioning (BECx) and Building Enclosure Testing (BET). While both serve to verify performance\, they are distinct processes that meet at key points in design and construction. This session clarifies the relationship between BET and BECx and shows how testing requirements should flow from the Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR) through design\, construction\, and final functional performance testing. \nHistorically\, many project specifications reference outdated standards such as NIBS 3-2012 and ASHRAE Guideline 0-2005. The industry has since advanced: NIBS 3 has evolved into ASTM E2813\, and ASHRAE Guideline 0 is now ASHRAE Standard 202\, which together defines the modern foundation for the BECx process. Yet\, in practice\, many designers still omit Building Enclosure Specification 01-91-15 (or 01-91-19 under the Whole Building Design Guide framework)\, leaving owners without clear direction on who conducts or verifies enclosure testing. \nThis session equips attendees with a practical understanding of how to align specifications with current standards\, define roles and responsibilities\, and integrate enclosure testing as the final functional performance verification of the enclosure system. Using real-world project examples\, we’ll explore common ASTM and AAMA testing protocols—such as window spray testing (AAMA 501.2)\, chamber testing (ASTM 1105/783)\, and whole-building pressurization (ASTM E779) as tools within the larger commissioning process. By the end of this session\, participants will gain a clear\, current framework for discussing BECx and BET with owners\, designers\, and contractors\, establishing a shared language to deliver durable\, efficient\, and high-performing building envelopes. \nLearning Objectives: \n\n Learn the differences between BE Commissioning and BE Testing.​\nUnderstand how Owner Project Requirements relate to design decisions affecting function performance testing of the Enclosure\n Develop a common basis for discussing Building Enclosure testing methods with the AEC Team.\n​Understand how the Building Enclosure Commissioning process incorporate Enclosure Testing as the final Functional Performance Test of the various Enclosure Systems.\n\nRegister Now \nMike Lackey\, PE\, CBECxP\, CxA\, CCP\, LEED AP\, Managing Member\, LCCx \nMike Lackey is a Professional Engineer and Certified Building Enclosure Commissioning Professional with over 35 years of experience in building systems performance and commissioning. As Principal of LCCx\, he has led numerous complex projects across Texas\, including stadiums\, healthcare facilities\, higher education campuses\, and major government buildings. Mike’s leadership focuses on ensuring that building systems performed as intended\, delivering the efficiency\, comfort\, and reliability owners expect.
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/building-enclosure-commissioning-vs-enclosure-testing-1-0-ceu-hsw/
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SUMMARY:Preserving an Icon while Re-envisioning the Enclosure of the United State Air Force Academy Chapel 1.0 CEU/HSW
DESCRIPTION:How does one address an iconic building’s systemic water infiltration issues while preserving its unique character? \nThe multi-denominational United States Air Force Academy Cadet Chapel\, designed by Walter Netsch of Skidmore Owings and Merrill and completed in 1963\, exemplifies modernist architecture with its minimalist style and use of contemporary materials. The Chapel received the AIA’s National Twenty-five Year Award in the 1990s for its architectural significance\, is a National Historic Landmark as part of the Academy’s Cadet Area\, and holds the distinction of being the most visited man-made structure in Colorado. \nThe design of the Chapel\, both inside and out\, draws inspiration from European cathedrals\, the surrounding mountainous landscape\, and the industrial exterior of modern aircraft used by the Air Force. With its lack of right angles and orthogonal planes\, the building enclosure tested the limits of contemporary material understanding during its era. Despite its brilliance\, Netsch’s creation has experienced persistent water leakage to the interior since its construction. \nThe exterior features a patchwork of aluminum extrusions and glass that serves as the single barrier against water intrusion. After decades of leaks\, dating to before the Chapel’s official opening\, and numerous repair attempts addressing only the symptoms\, the Air Force embarked on the monumental task of tackling the root causes of the water leakage and applying our current understanding of building enclosure detailing to the historic building. \nCurrently under construction\, the design process took nearly three years to finalize. The case study presented will explore the design challenges of integrating a modern rainscreen system behind a replication of the existing aluminum cladding. Presenters will discuss the decision-making process leading to unique solutions for this distinctive building\, including how these solutions were validated and refined through full-scale mock-ups. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentify the causes of water leakage issues in a significant\, historic modernist structure\n Analyze the building enclosure design and water management system of the existing building compared to the repair design\n Discuss determination and implementation of the design-phase laboratory performance mock-up process for the repair design\nEvaluate the results and lessons learned from the mock-up construction and testing to inform the final repair design\n\nRegister Now \nBryan Rouse\, AIA\, Associate Principal\, Wiss\, Janey\, Elstner Associates\, Inc \nSince joining Wiss\, Janney\, Elstner Associates\, Inc. (WJE) as a summer intern in 1995\, Mr. Rouse’s career has focused on the investigation and repair design of the building enclosure. His work has touched the exterior facades of hundreds of buildings ranging from single-family homes to historic structures of masonry\, glass\, and metal. Mr. Rouse is a member of AIA\, a licensed architect in six states\, and served as Chair of the Chicago Chapter of the Building Enclosure Council. He has guest-lectured at the University of Illinois – Urbana-Champaign and presented to multiple industry organizations. Mr. Rouse held a lead role in the development of the Cadet Chapel recladding design and now serves as project manager for WJE’s role in the ongoing renovation work.
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/preserving-an-icon-while-re-envisioning-the-enclosure-of-the-united-state-air-force-academy-chapel-1-0-ceu-hsw/
CATEGORIES:CEU Webinars
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SUMMARY:Clarity in the Cloud: Rapid Fog Testing of Air Barrier Assemblies 1.0 CEU/HSW
DESCRIPTION:Fog testing is a practical and revealing method for verifying air barrier performance in building construction. Traditional fog testing demands three key components for meaningful results: a fog generator\, an enclosure to contain and create a pressure differential across the assembly\, and a variable speed fan to pressurize the enclosure. \nWe have streamlined this process by integrating the fog generator and variable speed fan into a single portable machine\, which largely eliminates the need for a dedicated test enclosure. This pressurized fog system can easily push fog through a wide range of construction assemblies\, enabling early-stage testing and rapid feedback without disruption to subcontractors or schedule. Our methodology works for testing mockups\, assemblies at any phase of construction\, and in any season of the year. With it\, we can assess 8-12 air barrier details or assemblies per day. \nThis streamlined methodology allows us to verify every critical envelope detail for air tightness when it is first installed so adjustments to design or installation can be made easily before the detail is replicated. This method is especially effective at testing complex and 3-dimensional air barrier transitions. This early feedback makes it easy for project teams to meet stringent air barrier targets and avoid condensation\, rot\, and rust caused by air leakage. \nBeyond its value as a quality assurance measure\, our fog testing approach serves as a powerful diagnostic tool for identifying and understanding problematic air leakage pathways in both new and existing structures. Unlike other test methods\, fog testing identifies both the entry and exit path of a problematic air leak. \nThis presentation will demonstrate how the testing works\, strengths and weaknesses of the method\, and case studies from fifteen years of rapid fog testing in building envelope commissioning and diagnostics. \nLearning Objectives: \n\n Compare the rapid air tightness verification method with other air tightness verification methods\n Describe our rapid fog testing machine and how it works\n Provide case studies with rapid air tightness verification on new construction\n Provide case studies with rapid air tightness testing in diagnosing envelope failures\n\nRegister Now \nJon Haehnel\, CEI\, BPI- BA-T BA-P\, CABS\, Director of Envelope Services\, Salas O’Brien \nJon Haehnel has been testing and inspecting building envelopes for over 23 years. His expertise in building envelope commissioning and design focuses primarily on institutional and commercial buildings\, both new construction and renovation. Jon has commissioned the building envelope on all types of construction: laboratories\, clean rooms\, indoor pools\, hospitals\, military facilities\, manufacturing\, dormitories\, high rise construction\, and educational buildings. His experience also includes building envelope forensics. Jon is coauthor of “Setting Airtightness Standards” (ASHRAE Journal\, Sept. 2005) and has presented on building envelope topics for the Better Buildings by Design Conference\, Building Commissioning Association (BECxA)\, Construction Standards Institute (CSI)\, American Institute of Architects (AIA)\, and the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC). Jon formerly taught commercial energy auditing and blower door testing at Vermont Technical College. \n\nQuinn Treadgold\, CEI\, Building Envelope Testing Manager\, Salas O’Brien \nQuinn Treadgold has worked in the Building Envelope Commissioning field since 2016\, following his graduation from the University of Vermont with a BS in Mechanical Engineering. He previously worked closely with Jon Haehnel at Zero by Degrees\, which later merged with BVH Integrated Services and became part of Salas O’Brien. Quinn began his career as a Building Envelope Commissioning (BECx) provider\, performing extensive field-based air and water leakage testing and diagnostic services. His strong technical aptitude and construction experience have supported his progression into the role of Building Envelope Testing Manager at Salas O’Brien. Drawing on his engineering background\, interest in fluid dynamics\, and internship at SOH Wind Engineering\, Quinn collaborated with Jon to develop an improved rapid fog testing method for building envelope transitions. This approach has enhanced testing efficiency\, enabled more complex conditions to be evaluated\, and delivered added value to project teams. The method has helped distinguish the firm within the industry\, with the broader goal of advancing building envelope testing practices overall.
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/clarity-in-the-cloud-rapid-fog-testing-of-air-barrier-assemblies-1-0-ceu-hsw/
CATEGORIES:CEU Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T140000
DTSTAMP:20260826T210716Z
CREATED:20260826T205548Z
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SUMMARY:LEED v5 BD+C and Building Enclosure Compliance 1.0 CEU/HSW
DESCRIPTION:This presentation examines how building enclosure performance requirements have evolved from LEED v4 to LEED v5 through updates to ASHRAE 90.1-2010\, -2019\, and -2022\, and explores the implications of these changes for enclosure design\, moisture management\, indoor air quality\, thermal comfort\, and overall building performance. As enclosure assemblies have become tighter to meet increasingly stringent energy code requirements\, the potential for unintended consequences—including interstitial condensation\, mold growth\, and compromised air barrier continuity—has increased. Understanding these risks is critical to achieving durable\, energy-efficient buildings while maintaining healthy and comfortable indoor environments. The session also examines building enclosure commissioning (BECx) as a risk-mitigation and quality-assurance strategy. Through third-party review and verification of enclosure design and installation\, BECx can help identify and reduce issues related to water intrusion\, thermal bridging\, air leakage\, and indoor environmental quality. By connecting evolving energy-code requirements and enclosure commissioning practices to LEED v5 BD+C prerequisites and credits\, participants will gain a clearer understanding of how informed design\, coordination\, and documentation decisions can support building performance\, durability\, occupant well-being\, and successful green building certification. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDescribe the structure of LEED v5 BD+C\, including the Energy and Atmosphere prerequisites and credits\, and identify where building enclosure performance most directly influences certification outcomes.\nCompare the building envelope provisions of ASHRAE 90.1-2010\, -2019\, and -2022\, and explain how the resulting changes impact building enclosure design and construction for LEED v5 BD+C projects compared to prior versions of the rating system.\n Identify the LEED v5 BD+C requirements and optional credit paths for Building Enclosure Commissioning\, distinguish the fundamental from enhanced BECx scope.\nExplain the three types of field-testing that LEED v5 BD+C requires under the EAc5 Enhanced Commissioning credit and which referenced documents can be adopted for compliance.\n\nRegister Now \nDaniel Overbey\, AIA\, LEED Fellow\, WELL AP Director of Sustainability\, Associate Principal\, Browning Day \nDaniel Overbey\, AIA\, NCARB\, LEED Fellow\, LEED AP (BD+C\, ID+C\, O+M)\, WELL AP\, EcoDistricts AP\, Fitwel Ambassador\, is an Associate Principal and Director of Sustainability for Indiana-based Browning Day and an Associate Professor of Architecture at Ball State University’s R. Wayne Estopinal College of Architecture and Planning. His work focuses on high-performance and zero net energy/zero net carbon building design and construction\, environmental systems research\, energy/life cycle assessment modeling\, and resilient design. Daniel has over twenty years of experience in research\, teaching\, and practice.
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/leed-v5-bdc-and-building-enclosure-compliance-1-0-ceu-hsw/
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SUMMARY:Spec It. Test It. Pass It. A Contract-Ready Path From Details to Verified Results 1.0 CEU/HSW
DESCRIPTION:Owners don’t reward good intentions—they reward verified performance. This session shows air barrier practitioners\, architects\, contractors\, and Cx providers how to move from drawings to passing results with a clear\, repeatable path that works at entry\, intermediate\, and advanced levels. We start with why now (IECC/ASHRAE drivers and owner risk) and a plain-English methods decoder so everyone can map questions to the right test: ASTM E1186 (qualitative diagnostics)\, E1105/E783 (fenestration water/air acceptance)\, E779/E1827 (unit/single-zone airtightness when specified)\, E3158 (whole-building/multizone acceptance)\, and E1554 (duct leakage). We clarify diagnostic vs. acceptance roles\, test pressures\, and pass/fail metrics (e.g.\, whole-building targets such as ≤0.40 cfm/ft² @ 75 Pa when required)\, then show how pressure-uniformity planning (zoning\, damper/relief indexing\, isolation) prevents retests and aligns with the BECx workflow from OPR through closeout. \nThe core of the hour is five concise case studies presented as Pain → Action → Proof → Benefit: a high-rise (uniformity at atria/terraces)\, an agency headquarters building (owner-driven acceptance language)\, a science building (pressurization strategy at shafts/labs)\, federal projects (multi-wing logistics and repeatable playbooks)\, and diagnostic testing of an existing building (E1186/IR/pressure-pan triage feeding targeted repairs before formal tests). Each example pairs preparation moves (continuity mapping at transitions\, slab-edge and ledger/WRB mockups\, submittal compatibility checks) with a rapid fix/verify loop and an Allowed vs. Achieved readout translated into owner value: lower moisture/IEQ risk\, steadier comfort\, fewer callbacks\, and lower EUI. \nTwo quick knowledge checks reinforce terminology and acceptance criteria. Attendees leave with a Division 01 method/criteria matrix (methods\, ΔP\, pass/fail language)\, a one-page Owner/Design/GC checklist\, and case-study tile templates they can drop into proposals/specs—tools that make it easier to spec it\, test it\, and pass it on the first try. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nInterpret current code pathways (prescriptive vs performance) and identify mandatory envelope/air-barrier provisions to set clear acceptance targets.\nOrganize the BECx flow from OPR through closeout and write Division 01 criteria (method\, metric\, ΔP\, documentation\, pass/fail).\nSelect and plan testing—diagnostic vs acceptance —with pressure-uniformity/readiness steps.\nApply case-study lessons to prioritize fixes and demonstrate Allowed-versus-Achieved outcomes that reduce moisture/IEQ risk\, callbacks\, and EUI.\n\n  \nStephen Shanks\, CxA\, CxA+BE\, BECxP\, ASNT NDT Level III\, VP Building Enclosure Commissioning\, Salas O’Brien \nStephen Shanks is Vice President for Building Enclosure Commissioning at Salas O’Brien and a subject matter expert on air barriers\, whole-building airtightness\, and diagnostic testing. His practice includes forensic enclosure diagnostics\, claims evaluation\, and independent expert testimony that translates complex technical evidence into clear\, defensible findings. With more than four decades in building science and commissioning\, he integrates design-phase risk management with field-verified performance to help owners achieve durable\, energy-efficient\, and healthy enclosures. \nHis portfolio spans high-rise\, federal\, science\, and multifamily projects\, where he routinely leads continuity reviews\, mock-up strategies\, and acceptance testing programs. He holds CxA\, CxA+BE\, BECxP\, and ASNT NDT Level III credentials. Active across the standards community—including ASTM\, ASHRAE\, ISO\, AIA\, and ASNT—Stephen contributes to building enclosure commissioning (ASTM E2947/E2813)\, airtightness (ASTM E3158)\, qualitative diagnostics (ASTM E1186)\, fenestration performance (AAMA 502/503; ASTM E1105/E783)\, and duct leakage (ASTM E1554). \nA practical organizer and instructor\, Stephen emphasizes pressure-uniformity planning\, damper/relief indexing\, and “spec it\, test it\, pass it” documentation that links Allowed-versus-Achieved outcomes to owner value: lower moisture/IEQ risk\, fewer callbacks\, and reduced EUI. He translates complex requirements into clear Division 01\, 07\, and 08 criteria\, field-ready checklists\, and repeatable workflows for architects\, contractors\, and commissioning providers. Committed to elevating practice through rigorous testing and constructive collaboration\, Stephen delivers practical methodologies and SOP-driven processes that reliably turn intent into verified results.
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/spec-it-test-it-pass-it-a-contract-ready-path-from-details-to-verified-results-1-0-ceu-hsw/
CATEGORIES:CEU Webinars
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