In this course, we’ll learn about the science behind thermal, air, and moisture control for steel stud construction. We’ll interpret the code requirements for building envelope design and performance and discover how polyiso meets requirements and outperforms traditional methods for optimum control. We’ll examine how professionals are looking to a better future, and understand building […]
“Designing for Sustainability in Division 8: Architectural Aluminum Framing” will give attendees an overview of how standard architectural aluminum framing products offered in Division 8: Glass & Glazing can be a key element of a design team’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)* strategy. Standard components offered in architectural aluminum framing products can be […]
CMU Lintels & Associated Veneer Lintels 1.0 CEU/HSW This seminar will illustrate the many advantages that masonry lintels in CMU walls provide as they are proven as one of the most effective and efficient methods to span a masonry wall opening. Through the use of project case studies, the many benefits that masonry and the […]
Technical Advances in Structural Insulated Sheathing (SIS) 1.0 CEU/HSW This course aims to review various hybridized sheathing solutions and show how the integration of advanced technology has improved performance, capability, and sustainability of structural insulated sheathing (SIS). Learning Objectives: Identify the characteristics of various hybridized sheathing solutions that contribute to energy efficiency and reducing air […]
This course provides a complete overview of spray polyurethane foam (SFP) technology and applications for residential and commercial buildings. It covers a brief history, types of products and installation equipment. A review of chemical safety and environmental impact is provided, along with SPF performance for heat, air and moisture control. Examples of residential and commercial […]
ABAA Contractor Webinar: Air Barrier Flashing Detailing The realities of construction, including construction and substrate material tolerances, an unlimited amount of project-specific detailing, and different product types and manufacturers, will directly affect the installation of air barrier detailing and flashings. How the Designer and Contractor detail and install the flashing must consider the realities of […]
Have you been a participant to a flawed decision in air barrier design and building enclosure improvements? These “gifts” or lessons grow the collective base of functional air barrier retrofit processes and procedures...providing we share our findings. It is from these moments that we are able to grow and utilize building science principles to avoid […]
Copying and pasting a wall or roof assembly that works in one part of our country into a project in another part of the country could be not just problematic, but potentially catastrophic. This presentation will use data and hygrothermal modeling to articulate what happens when tried and true assemblies from one part of the […]
Introduction to Air Barriers This presentation provides an overview of the performance requirements of air barrier materials, assemblies, and systems, and includes a discussion on relevant building code requirements. Learning Objectives: Describe the benefits or air barriers and the impacts on energy, moisture, sustainability and comfort Understand Air Barriers in relation to the building enclosure […]
Smokin' NFPA 285: Fire Safety in Exterior Walls When considering the building enclosure, fire safety is an important design factor and needs to be considered hand-in-hand with energy code requirements. The NFPA 285 “Standard Fire Test Method for Evaluation of Fire Propagation Characteristics of Exterior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Assemblies Containing Combustible Components” is a common consideration […]
ABAA Contractor Webinar: A Little Light Reading: A Contractor’s Guide to Specifications We are excited to invite you to an exclusive webinar presented by Amy Baker, a seasoned Registered Architect and Specifications Consultant with over 20 years of experience in the commercial construction industry. Construction specifications are assembled by design professionals to communicate product information, […]
