The Chicago Area Chapter of the International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (CAC) will be conducting our Annual Meeting and Program on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. Agenda below. Attendees will receive 6 IIBEC CEH and 2 AIA LU. **If you attended the “Failure is Not an Option” by Allison McSherry and Brian Mathus of K&H […]
2026 CRCA TRADE SHOW & SEMINARS SCHEDULE WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14: 5 pm - Roofing Week in Chicago: Kick-off Cocktail Party at the Hilton Suites (Requires Advance Registration) THURSDAY, JANUARY 15: 11 am - 5 pm Trade Show Exhibitor Hours 9 - 11 am - CRCA’s Roofing Week in Chicago Keynote Breakfast: State of the Industry: Key Legal and Policy Issues Affecting […]
Navigating the Complexities of Expansion Joint System Installation for Stadium Construction The installation of expansion joint systems in stadium construction presents unique challenges due to the structural demands and operational requirements of these large-scale venues. This presentation will explore the technical intricacies associated with planning, coordinating, and executing expansion joint system installations with particular emphasis […]
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Conference Call All times shown are in Eastern Time Zones
Conference Call All times shown are in Eastern Time Zones
Air Barrier Embodied Carbon: A Critical Review The session will start with a review of embodied carbon impacts applied to air barriers. This will include a comparison of published air barrier embodied carbon values, varying assessment methodologies, and their limitations. A recommended approach of evaluating embodied carbon impacts based on clear field and linear/point impacts […]
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DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS FRIDAY, JANUARY 9, 2026 Download Registration Form Online ABAA Training course Physical installer manuals will be sent out. Those who register early will have a better chance of receiving their manual prior to the start of training. Having the manual for the online training modules is not required, but highly recommended […]
This presentation will review why enclosures are critical for energy efficiency, sustainability and durability, and explain how every building is unique. We will then review and discuss the advantages/disadvantages of the various types of mock ups, using examples from actual projects, along with discussing various industry performance tests and standards typically performed on Functional or […]
Dispelling the Myths about Building Enclosure Warranties Building Envelope System Warranties are becoming more sought after and bring some real value to a building owner – they help manage risk and obtain peace of mind. What constitutes a building enclosure system warranty? Can such a warranty be attained under one umbrella of coverage? Our industry […]
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Taking the Air (Barrier) Out of ASHRAE 90.1 - with a Taste of MN Hotdish The 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) adopted ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2019, which includes mandatory requirements for air barriers. This session will explore key topics such as Whole-Building Air Leakage and Continuous Air Barrier Design and Installation—both essential components of the […]
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