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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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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/
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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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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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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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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/
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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/
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