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SUMMARY:AIVC/TightVent/INIVE Ensuring Reliable Airtightness Measurements: Airtightness Tester Qualification Across Countries
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nThe qualification of airtightness testers plays a key role in ensuring the reliability\, consistency\, and credibility of building airtightness measurements\, which are essential for energy performance assessment\, indoor environmental quality\, and compliance with building regulations. Over the past decades\, several countries and professional organizations have developed qualification and certification schemes for airtightness testers in order to improve measurement quality and increase confidence in reported results. \nIn some countries\, qualification schemes are closely linked to regulatory requirements and mandatory testing procedures. In France\, for example\, the implementation of building energy regulations has been accompanied by approved qualification schemes for testers\, certification procedures\, and national databases collecting airtightness test results to support quality control and statistical analysis. \nIn other contexts\, qualification schemes are developed and managed by professional associations. Examples include ATTMA (Air Tightness Testing & Measurement Association) in the United Kingdom and ABAA (Air Barrier Association of America) in the U.S.\, which promote technical competence\, harmonized practices\, and third-party quality assurance. These qualification frameworks are also used and referenced internationally. \nThis webinar will present and compare these different approaches to the qualification of airtightness testers. \nThis webinar is organized with the support of TightVent Europe (www.tightvent.eu) and AIVC (www.aivc.org). Both initiatives are facilitated by INIVE (www.inive.org). \nAgenda (CET- Brussels\, BE) \n\n2:00PM | Introduction on the qualification of airtightness testers across 16 countries\, Nolwenn Hurel (Cerema\, France)\n2:05PM | Qualification Process for Air Tightness Testers in the UK\, Paul Carling (BCTA\, UK)\n2:20PM | Questions and answers\n2:30PM | Qualification of airtightness testers in the USA – The ABAA experience\, Laverne Dalgleish (ABAA\, USA)\n2:45PM | Questions and answers\n2:55PM | Qualification of airtightness testers in France – Feedback after 15 years\, Valérie Leprince (Cerema\, France)\n3:10PM | Questions and answers\n3:30PM | End of webinar
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/aivc-tightvent-inive-ensuring-reliable-airtightness-measurements-airtightness-tester-qualification-across-countries/
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260625T183000
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SUMMARY:Wagdy Anis Symposium on Building Science 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Boston Society of Architects (BSA) and Building Enclosure Council (BEC-Boston) presents the 2026 Wagdy Anis Symposium on Building Science\, honoring the legacy of Wagdy Anis FAIA and his enduring impact on high-performance enclosure design. \nThis year’s theme\, Off-Site Construction of the Building Enclosure: Precision\, Performance\, and Scalability\, focuses on the role of prefabricated and modular enclosure systems in meeting increasingly rigorous energy\, durability\, and climate performance goals. As codes such as the Massachusetts Stretch Energy Code continue to evolve\, off-site construction offers new opportunities for improved quality control\, airtightness\, thermal performance\, and construction efficiency. \nDate: Thursday\, June 25th\, 2026 – All Day \nLocation: BSA Space – 290 Congress Street\, Suite 200\, Boston\, MA \nLearn More and Register \nThe Keynote presentation will be delivered by Brian Stroik—ABAA member\, Past Chair\, and former Director. Brian’s leadership and contributions to the industry have helped shape the conversation around building performance\, durability\, and quality assurance\, and we look forward to hearing his perspective.
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/wagdy-anis-symposium-on-building-science-2026/
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260820T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260820T193000
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SUMMARY:CSI Indianapolis & BEC Indiana Air Barrier Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Earn up to 1.0 LU/HSW \nRegister Today \nProgram Agenda \n\nLocation: Blind Owl Brewery (5014 E 62nd St Indianapolis\, IN 46220) \nTime: 5:30-7:30PM \nEvent Co-Hosts: CSI Indianapolis & BEC Indiana \n\n\nCOURSE DESCRIPTION: \nConstruction specifications are assembled by design professionals to communicate product information\, qualitative standards\, and procedural requirements to the construction team. The resulting project manual\, a contract document which can be several hundred pages long\, takes time to break down and understand. This presentation is designed to help contractors effectively navigate construction specifications and understand where to find specific information on processes\, materials\, and quality expectations. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n\nUnderstand basic specifications terminology and where to look for different kinds of information.\nUnderstand how and where specifications communicate ABAA QAP requirements\, whole building air tightness testing\, and other air barrier installations requirements.\nUnderstand how to request clarification when drawings and/or specifications are in conflict or missing pertinent information.\nIdentify specification language calling for coordination across trades and what that means for GC’s and subcontractors.\n\nSPEAKER & BIO \nAmy Baker AIA\, CSI\, CDT\, SCIP – Architect & Specification Consultant \n\n\n\n\nAmy 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 as Vice Chair of the Building Enclosure Council Greater Detroit Chapter (BEC-GD)\, Secretary of the Detroit Chapter of the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI)\, and Treasurer of 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/csi-indianapolis-bec-indiana-air-barrier-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260915T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260915T173000
DTSTAMP:20260717T193102Z
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SUMMARY:ABAA & BEC Oklahoma Air Barrier Symposium
DESCRIPTION:ABAA in partnership with BEC Oklahoma Air Barrier Symposium\nEarn up to 6.75 LU/HSW \nRegister Today \nProgram Agenda \n7:30 AM | Sign-In\, Welcome & Breakfast \n8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Waterproofing Used as the Air Barrier on the Other Sides of the Building Enclosure\, 1.0 LU/HSW\nPresenter: John Posenecker\, PE\, Senior Principal\, Senior Engineering Consultant\, Building Enclosure Practice Lead\, Terracon\nThis presentation identifies the portions of the continuous air barrier that extend beyond above-grade walls\, roofing\, and fenestration systems. It provides an overview of below-grade and elevated deck waterproofing systems\, their installation challenges\, and performance testing methods. Participants will also review critical transitions to adjacent systems and examine key detailing strategies \n9:00 AM – 9:15 AM | Break \n9:15 AM – 10:15 AM | Building Enclosure Pre-Construction Meeting\, 1.0 LU/HSW\nPresenter: Brian Stroik\, FABAA\, CABS\, CRIS\, Performance Excellence & Quality Consultant\, American Contractors Insurance Group\nThis presentation examines the critical role pre-construction meetings play in quality assurance and why they should be specified in the project manual. Attendees will learn how these meetings align owners\, designers\, contractors\, and manufacturers on project expectations\, installation practices\, and warranty requirements before work begins. The session also demonstrates how effective planning and coordination help resolve issues early\, improve collaboration\, and reduce construction delays and risk. \n10:15 AM – 10:30 AM | Break \n10:30 AM – 12:00 PM | “By Others” – The Elusive Sub-Contractor Responsible for Transitions\, 1.5 LU/HSW\nPresenter: Andrew Dunlap\, AIA\, NCARB\, LEED AP\, Vice President | Building Technology Studio Leader\, SmithGroup\nAn in-depth look at the environmental separators for roof\, wall\, and below-grade assemblies with respect to water control\, air leakage control\, thermal performance\, and vapor control. This presentation focuses on two of the largest sources of building enclosure failures—roof-to-wall connections and wall-to-window transitions in curtain wall systems.\nParticipants will review critical details through a step-by-step examination of construction sequencing and system connections required to achieve airtight\, watertight\, and thermally protected assemblies. Real-world project photos and field conditions illustrate common installation errors and practical solutions. \n12:00 PM – 12:45 PM | Lunch \n12:45 PM – 1:45 PM | A Sticky Subject – Adhesion of Air and Water Resistive Barrier Materials\, 1.0 LU/HSW\nPresenter: Brian Stroik\, FABAA\, CABS\, CRIS\, Performance Excellence & Quality Consultant\, American Contractors Insurance Group\nAdhesion is critical to the long-term performance of air and water-resistive barriers as they resist wind loads\, stack effect\, and building pressurization. This session reviews 15 years of field research evaluating adhesion performance across a variety of materials and substrates\, comparing real-world results with laboratory testing. Attendees will learn how this data supports better specifications\, installation practices\, and quality control in the field. \n1:45 PM – 2:00 PM | Break \n2:00 PM – 3:15 PM | Locating That Elusive Point of Condensation: A Review of Hygrothermal Evaluation Fundamentals\, 1.25 LU/HSW\nPresenter: Andrew Dunlap\, AIA\, NCARB\, LEED AP\, Vice President | Building Technology Studio Leader\, SmithGroup\nThis presentation explores the hygrothermal modeling tools available to help designers develop high-performing building enclosures. Topics include interior and exterior climate conditions\, material permeance\, wall assembly configurations\, and transitions between adjacent construction.\nParticipants will examine the impact of selecting different modeling approaches—including one-\, two-\, and three-dimensional analyses\, as well as transient versus static modeling—to better understand moisture behavior and support informed building enclosure design decisions. \n3:15 PM – 3:30 PM | Happy Hour & Panel Set-Up \n3:30 PM – 4:30 PM |Panel Discussion – Building Enclosure: Wrapping Our Heads Around It\, 1.0 LU/HSW\nModerator: Larry Pickering\nSpeakers: Brian Stroik\, Andrew Dunlap\, John Posenecker \nRegistration Fees \nEarly Registration (through August 31): $55.00 per person\nRegular Registration (beginning September 1): $65.00 per person \nSponsorships Contact:\nTamara Foncerrada / tamara@airbarrier.org \nVenue\nPetroleum Club of Oklahoma City\n100 N. Broadway; Devon Room\, 35th Floor\nOklahoma City\, OK 73102
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/abaa-bec-oklahoma-air-barrier-symposium/
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260925
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SUMMARY:Advancing Construction Quality 2026
DESCRIPTION:Construction quality is no longer just a project-level concern. \nAs rework costs continue to rise\, owners demand greater accountability\, and data center\, healthcare\, infrastructure and industrial projects become increasingly complex\, quality has become a business-critical priority for contractors across North America. \nJoin 500+ quality\, operations and project leaders from companies including Microsoft\, Intel\, AECOM\, Kiewit\, JE Dunn\, Turner Construction\, PCL Construction\, EllisDon\, FlatironDragados and Mortenson at Advancing Construction Quality this September to benchmark programs\, share lessons learned and discover proven strategies to improve project outcomes. \nDate: Monday September 21 to Wednesday September 23\, 2026 \nLocation: Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Conference Center\, 9495 W Entertainment Blvd\, Glendale AZ\, 85305 \nLearn More and Register
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/advancing-construction-quality-2026/
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T193000
DTSTAMP:20260710T170656Z
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UID:990000423-1790757000-1790796600@airbarrier.org
SUMMARY:RAiNA Conference 2026 - Weathering the Future: Rainscreen\, Retrofit and Resilience
DESCRIPTION:The Rainscreen Association (RAiNA) presents the 2026 RAiNA Conference\, taking place September 30\, 2026\, in Portland\, Oregon. Bringing together architects\, engineers\, consultants\, contractors\, manufacturers\, and other building enclosure professionals\, the conference offers a full day of technical education\, industry insights\, and networking focused on advancing rainscreen technology and best practices. \nThis year’s theme\, Weathering the Future: Rainscreens\, Retrofit and Resilience\, explores how rainscreen assemblies are helping the building industry respond to evolving performance expectations\, aging building stock\, and a changing climate. Sessions will examine innovative approaches to resilient design\, retrofit strategies that extend the life of existing buildings\, and emerging technologies that improve durability\, energy efficiency\, and long-term building performance. \nDate: Wednesday\, September 30\, 2026 \nLocation: Irving Street Studio\, 907 NW Irving Street\, Portland OR 97209 \nLearn More and Register \nThrough engaging presentations and panel discussions\, attendees will explore topics including rainscreen design and detailing\, retrofit and remediation strategies\, installation best practices\, water management\, fire performance\, sustainability\, and resilient building enclosure design. Every session is carefully selected to provide unbiased\, practical education that equips attendees with knowledge they can immediately apply to their projects.
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/raina-conference-2026-weathering-the-future-rainscreen-retrofit-and-resilience/
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261010
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SUMMARY:METALCON 2026
DESCRIPTION:METALCON 2026 brings together professionals from across the metal construction and design industry for three days of education\, innovation\, networking\, and hands-on learning. Explore the latest products and technologies\, connect with industry leaders\, and gain practical insights you can apply to your projects and business. Join contractors\, architects\, engineers\, fabricators\, manufacturers\, distributors\, and other industry professionals October 7–9\, 2026\, in Orlando\, Florida. \nDate: Wednesday October 7 to Friday October 9\, 2026 \nLocation: Orange County Convention Center / South Hall A\, 9899 International Drive\, Orlando\, FL 32819 \nLearn More and Register
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/metalcon-2026/
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261007T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261009T193000
DTSTAMP:20260814T191019Z
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SUMMARY:CSI National Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Laverne Dalgleish\, Executive Director of ABAA\, will be presenting at the CSI National Conference 2026\nThere is confusion across the US about what is the difference between a vapor barrier and an air barrier. At first glance it should be very simple and that is true if you are only looking at the material. However\, if you start to put it in a building\, that’s where the confusion starts. The session will cover what are all the barriers\, why do they change depending on where they are placed in a building assembly and how they are installed. It will also show that physics does not change no matter the type of building or where it is being built. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDifferentiate among air barriers\, vapor barriers\, and water-resistive barriers\, and explain how each contributes to moisture management\, indoor environmental quality\, thermal performance\, durability\, and occupant health and safety within building enclosure systems.\nAnalyze how environmental conditions\, climate\, and building assembly location influence barrier material properties and performance\, including their role in controlling condensation\, air leakage\, and moisture migration that can affect building durability and occupant welfare.\nCritique how installation quality\, sequencing\, and continuity impact the real-world performance of barrier systems\, and identify common failures that may lead to water intrusion\, mold growth\, energy loss\, and compromised building performance.\nEvaluate the performance of barrier materials within different wall and roof assemblies to support resilient\, code-compliant\, energy-efficient building enclosures that protect occupant health\, safety\, and welfare.\n\nLearn More and Register
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/csi-national-conference-2026/
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261008
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261010
DTSTAMP:20260901T204604Z
CREATED:20260901T201354Z
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SUMMARY:Net Zero 2026
DESCRIPTION:Net Zero Conference 2026 brings together building industry professionals focused on advancing sustainable\, high-performance\, and net-zero buildings. The conference offers education\, networking\, and insights into the latest strategies\, technologies\, and solutions for reducing building energy use\, improving performance\, and creating a more resilient built environment. \nDate: Thursday\, October 8\, 2026 \nLocation: Los Angeles Convention Center\, South Hall\, 1201 S Figueroa St\, Los Angeles CA\, 90015 \nLearn More and Register
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/net-zero-2026/
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTSTAMP:20260901T210148Z
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UID:990000456-1792281600-1792540799@airbarrier.org
SUMMARY:2026 IIBEC Building Enclosure Symposium
DESCRIPTION:2026 IIBEC Building Enclosure Symposium (BES) brings together building enclosure professionals for in-depth education\, technical discussions\, and networking focused on the performance and durability of building enclosure systems. Attendees will explore emerging technologies\, best practices\, and practical solutions for designing\, constructing\, and maintaining high-performing building enclosures. \nDate: Sunday\, October 18 to Tuesday\, October 20\, 2026 \nLocation: JW Marriott Indianapolis\, 10 S West Street\, Indianapolis IN 46204 \nLearn More and Register
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/2026-iibec-building-enclosure-symposium/
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTSTAMP:20260901T213515Z
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SUMMARY:2026 BEC-GD Enclosure Consciousness Symposium
DESCRIPTION:AIA Detroit will provide up to 4.5 AIA Health\, Safety\, and Welfare (HSW) Learning Units. \nThe annual BEC-GD Symposium returns! \nThe Building Enclosure Council of Greater Detroit is proud to celebrate their Symposium with you again. For each Symposium\, the BEC-GD symposium presents a distinguished panel of speakers to discuss the current and upcoming trends in building enclosure performance and evaluation. \nThe event includes breakfast\, lunch\, and snacks. As in previous years\, there will be Continuing Education Credits and a raffle for prizes for attendees who visit all of the vendors and obtain a signature from each. \nDate: Tuesday\, October 20\, 2026 \nLocation: VisTaTech Center\, 18600 Haggerty Road\, Livonia\, MI 48152 \nLearn More and Register
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/2026-bec-gd-enclosure-consciousness-symposium/
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261028T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261028T151500
DTSTAMP:20260814T184530Z
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SUMMARY:ABAA & CSI Charlotte Full Day Symposium
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE – Details Coming Soon\nABAA in partnership with CSI Charlotte\nEarn up to 5.5 LU/HSW \nProgram Agenda \n8:30 AM – 10:00 AM | Locating that Elusive Point of Condensation: A Review of Hygrothermal Evaluation Fundamentals (1.5 LU/HSW) \nAndrew Dunlap\, AIA\, NCARB\, LEED AP\, Vice President | Building Technology Studio Leader\, SmithGroup\n \nUnderstanding heat\, air\, and moisture movement is essential to designing durable\, high-performing building enclosures. This presentation explores hygrothermal modeling tools and demonstrates how climate conditions\, material properties\, wall assemblies\, and construction details influence enclosure performance\, while comparing one-\, two-\, and three-dimensional modeling and static versus transient analysis to support informed design decisions. \n10:05AM – 11:35 AM | Air Barrier Field Testing of Various Air Barrier Materials During the Construction Process (1.5 LU/HSW) \nLaverne Dalgleish\, Executive Director\, Air Barrier Association of America \nLearn how field testing verifies that air barrier systems meet project specifications throughout construction. Using project photos\, videos\, and demonstrations\, this session covers quantitative testing\, qualitative assessments\, and visual inspections used to evaluate air leakage\, adhesion\, material thickness\, density\, and overall installation quality. \n11:35 AM – 12:30 PM | Lunch \n12:30 PM – 2:00 PM | Pitfalls & Challenges in NFPA 285 Engineering Judgments (1.5 LU/HSW) \nKeith Nelson\, NCARB\, AIA\, CDT\, BCxP\, Commercial Application Leader\, DuPont  \nWhen direct testing isn’t feasible\, engineering analyses help demonstrate the fire performance of exterior wall assemblies. This presentation explains how qualified engineering judgments extend successful NFPA 285 test results to similar assemblies while examining the process\, limitations\, and code acceptance of these analyses. \n2:00 PM – 2:15 PM | Break \n2:15 PM – 3:15 PM | Through-Wall Flashings & Transition Membranes: Selection & Installation (1.0 LU/HSW) \nMeagan Elfert\, CDT\, MBA\, CBS\, Vice President\, York Flashings \nProperly designed and installed through-wall flashings and transition membranes are essential to maintaining the continuity and long-term performance of the building enclosure. This presentation reviews common challenges\, material characteristics\, compatibility considerations\, and installation best practices that help create durable\, resilient flashing systems while reducing maintenance and life-cycle costs.
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/abaa-csi-charlotte-full-day-symposium/
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261029T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261029T170000
DTSTAMP:20260824T150318Z
CREATED:20260713T161209Z
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SUMMARY:ABAA & BEC Charleston Air Barrier Symposium
DESCRIPTION:ABAA in partnership with BEC Charleston Air Barrier Symposium\nEarn up to 7.0 LU/HSW \nRegister Today \nProgram Agenda \n8:00 AM – Sign In & Welcome | Breakfast \n8:30 AM – 10:00 AM | Locating that Elusive Point of Condensation: A Review of Hygrothermal Evaluation Fundamentals (1.5 LU/HSW) \nAndrew Dunlap\, AIA\, NCARB\, LEED AP\, Vice President | Building Technology Studio Leader\, SmithGroup\n \nUnderstanding heat\, air\, and moisture movement is essential to designing durable\, high-performing building enclosures. This presentation explores hygrothermal modeling tools and demonstrates how climate conditions\, material properties\, wall assemblies\, and construction details influence enclosure performance\, while comparing one-\, two-\, and three-dimensional modeling and static versus transient analysis to support informed design decisions. \n10:05 AM – 11:35 AM | Air Barrier Field Testing of Various Air Barrier Materials During the Construction Process (1.5 LU/HSW) \nLaverne Dalgleish\, Executive Director\, Air Barrier Association of America \nLearn how field testing verifies that air barrier systems meet project specifications throughout construction. Using project photos\, videos\, and demonstrations\, this session covers quantitative testing\, qualitative assessments\, and visual inspections used to evaluate air leakage\, adhesion\, material thickness\, density\, and overall installation quality. \n11:35 AM – 12:30 PM | Lunch \n12:30 PM – 2:00 PM | Pitfalls & Challenges in NFPA 285 Engineering Judgments (1.5 LU/HSW) \nKeith Nelson\, NCARB\, AIA\, CDT\, BCxP\, Commercial Application Leader\, DuPont  \nWhen direct testing isn’t feasible\, engineering analyses help demonstrate the fire performance of exterior wall assemblies. This presentation explains how qualified engineering judgments extend successful NFPA 285 test results to similar assemblies while examining the process\, limitations\, and code acceptance of these analyses. \n2:05 PM – 3:35 PM | Air & Vapor Considerations in Prefab Construction (1.5 LU/HSW) \nCorey Zussman\, AIA\, NCARB\, ALA (IL\, IN\, WI)\, QA/QC Vice President\, AECOM – Hunt Construction \nExplore the critical design\, fabrication\, transportation\, and installation considerations for air and vapor barrier systems in prefabricated cold-formed metal framing (CFMF) panel construction. Through real-world case studies\, attendees will examine design coordination\, construction tolerances\, sequencing\, transportation and storage practices\, and detailing strategies that contribute to successful enclosure performance. \n3:35 PM – 4:00 PM | Snack Break \n4:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Through-Wall Flashings & Transition Membranes: Selection & Installation (1.0 LU/HSW) \nMeagan Elfert\, CDT\, MBA\, CBS\, Vice President\, York Flashings \nProperly designed and installed through-wall flashings and transition membranes are essential to maintaining the continuity and long-term performance of the building enclosure. This presentation reviews common challenges\, material characteristics\, compatibility considerations\, and installation best practices that help create durable\, resilient flashing systems while reducing maintenance and life-cycle costs. \nRegistration Fees: $150 \nSponsorships Contact:\nTamara Foncerrada\ntamara@airbarrier.org \nVenue\nFounders Hall\n1500 Old Towne Rd.\nCharleston\, SC 29407
URL:https://airbarrier.org/event/abaa-bec-charleston-air-barrier-symposium/
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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