Events

Technical Advances in Structural Insulated Sheathing (SIS)

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 […]

Introduction to Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF) for the Building Enclosure

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

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 […]

Tales from the Clipboard: Season 2

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 […]