ABAA

Polyiso: The Next Generation of Air and Water Resistive Barrier 1.0 CEU/HSW
2025-04-17 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Detroit)
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 sustainability and longevity.
Learning Objectives:

Understand Building Sustainability and Longevity
Learn About the Science Behind Thermal, Air and Moisture Control for Steel Stud Construction
Interpret the Code Requirements for Building Envelope Design and Performance
Discover How POLYISO Meets Requirements and Outperforms Traditional Methods for Optimum Control

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Matt Stevens, Associate AIA, CSI, CCPR, CDT, REWP, Sika Corporation
Matt received his Master’s degree in Architecture from Texas Tech University and has over 20 years in the building industry. His experience includes architectural design, construction, consulting, and training/development roles. As a Building Envelope & Architectural Consultant he works directly with Architects, Contractors, Consultants and Specifiers to select the optimal insulation for their projects while meeting applicable building codes. He is an active member that serves on the boards of several CSI and BEC chapters as well as RAiNA.

CSI Chicago Chapter Meeting
2025-04-22 - 2025-04-23
Andrea Wagner Watts will be presenting at the CSI Chicago Chapter Meeting on April 23, 2025
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Designing for Sustainability in Division 8: Architectural Aluminum Framing 1.0 CEU/HSW
2025-04-24 09:00 - 10:00
“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 major drivers for potential points in three categories: Energy and Atmosphere; Materials and Resources and Indoor Environmental Quality.
Total building construction costs and LEED strategies do not need to work against each other. A cost effective LEED strategy can be achieved in part by gaining an understanding of the proper application of many standard components and how they are best utilized. For example, improvements in thermal technology, along with higher performing insulated glass units, will increase the thermal performance of glazed elevations and enhance energy optimization. Additionally, proper use of shading devices allows for expanded glass areas, resulting in greater views and harvesting of natural light. Shading of the glazed area permits the use of glass with higher visible light transmission while reducing solar heat gain. And today, commercial windows are offered with triple glazed insulated glass units along with baffles in the aluminum profiles’ cavities to prevent heat transfer through convection. This allows for leveraging Thermal Comfort and Enhanced Indoor Air Quality without sacrificing energy performance.
Learning Objectives:

Understand Differences Between Product Certification and Whole Building Certification
Understand Environmental Product Declarations and Building Product Disclosures
Understand how Framing System Energy Performance Impacts Whole Building Sustainability Performance
Evaluate Strategies for Daylighting, Views, Shading and Sound Transmission and Their Impact on Sustainability Performance

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Sneh Kumar, Kawneer
Sneh Kumar is the Global Director of Sustainability and ESG for Arconic’s Building and Construction Systems (BCS) that includes Kawneer. Sneh is responsible for the development and execution of company’s sustainability & ESG strategy aimed at aiming to accelerating our journey from being a sustainable product manufacturer to a company that holistically cares for our planet and people across the entire value chain. With more than 20 years in the building products industry, Sneh has been involved in the commercialization of over 40 high-performance building facade products and has received multiple patent grants. Sneh has been actively involved with industry associations, architects, and customers; and has served on the Board of the National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC). He is an invited speaker, presenter, and panelist at National, International, and Regional Conferences.

ABAA Ad Hoc Group Meeting
2025-04-25 10:00 - 11:00
Conference Call
All times shown are in Eastern Time Zones

BEC Wisconsin Brew+ LU: Roofing 101 A Discussion of Design & Construction Concepts
2025-04-30 15:30 - 18:30
Credits
1.0 AIA CEU
Location
Delafield Brewhaus
3832 Hillside Dr
Delafield WI 53018
Date & Time
April 30, 2025
2:30pm – 5:30pm
Admission
Free
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CMU Lintels & Associated Veneer Lintels 1.0 CEU/HSW
2025-05-01 13:00 - 14:00
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 associated veneer lintels will be discussed that support efficient and sensible constructability while positively impacting project cost and schedule. Lessons learned will be shared on how loose or attached veneer lintels address moisture control and air control, movement, insulation continuity, and aesthetic issues.
Learning Objectives:

Review advantages of masonry lintels in CMU walls.
Understand how loose or attached veneer lintels work with masonry lintels in CMU walls for moisture, movement, and thermal control.
Explore various opening head detail examples for lessons learned.
Discover how masonry and veneer lentils support efficient and sensible constructability while positively impacting project cost and schedule.

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Jeff Diqui, International Masonry Institute

Mr. Diqui, holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Architectural Engineering with a major in Structural Engineering from Milwaukee School of Engineering. He has more than 29 years of experience that has been focused on the building enclosure. Experience has included forensic investigations related to moisture intrusion and structural related problems, structural design, building condition assessments, development of repair / rehabilitation designs, and construction observations. For over a decade, Jeff has been a frequent lecturer nationally to architects, engineers, specifiers, building envelope consultants, contractors, and building officials on subject matter pertaining to the importance of maintaining continuity of air, water, vapor, and thermal controls of the enclosure and the ever-important interface detail. Jeff is actively involved with the building science and architectural / engineering professions. He is Program Director for the Building Enclosure Council (BEC) – Chicago Chapter and Technical Roundtable Committee Member of the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) – Chicago Chapter.

ABAA ASI Ad Hoc Group Meeting
2025-05-02 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-05-16 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-05-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-05-30 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-06-06 10:00 - 11:00

ABAA Conference Self-Adhered & Fluid Applied Installer Certification Training Course
2025-05-06 08:00 - 2025-05-08 16:00 | Hyatt Regency Denver, 650 15th St., Denver, CO, United States
DESCRIPTION:
This course is designed to teach experienced installers how to create an Air Barrier using Self-Adhered and Fluid Applied materials. This course includes instruction on everything from selecting proper materials, substrate preparation, application technology, troubleshooting, and hands-on training.

DEADLINE TO REGISTER: Friday April 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM CDT
CLASSROOM LOCATION:
Hyatt Regency Denver
650 15th Street
Denver, CO 80202
HANDS ON FACILITY LOCATION:
TBD
HOTEL RECOMMENDEDATION:
Hyatt Regency Denver
650 15th St., Denver, CO 80202
P: 303-436-1234
Room Block Reserved for Training
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Attendees are responsible for travel and hotel costs.

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ABAA Conference Field Auditor Training Course
2025-05-06 08:00 - 2025-05-08 16:00 | Hyatt Regency Denver, 650 15th St., Denver, CO, United States
ABAA Conference Field Auditor Training Course
DESCRIPTION:
This course emphasizes understanding the need for and function of an air barrier assembly, the ability to inspect installation and review materials for compliance with specifications, ABAA requirements, and manufacturer requirements, the ability to confirm proper installation through on-site testing and the documentation required throughout the air barrier installation process.

DEADLINE TO REGISTER: Friday April 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM CDT
CLASSROOM LOCATION:
Hyatt Regency Denver
650 15th Street
Denver, CO 80202
HANDS ON FACILITY LOCATION:
Hyatt Regency Denver
650 15th Street
Denver, CO 80202
P: 303-436-1234
Room Block Reserved for Training
Make Reservation
Attendees are responsible for travel and hotel costs.
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ABAA Conference Sprayed Polyurethane Foam Installer Certification Training Course
2025-05-06 08:00 - 2025-05-08 16:00 | Hyatt Regency Denver, 650 15th St., Denver, CO, United States
DESCRIPTION:
This course is designed to teach experienced installers how to create an Air Barrier using Spray Polyurethane Foam materials. This course includes instruction on everything from selecting proper materials, substrate preparation, application technology, troubleshooting, and hands-on training.

DEADLINE TO REGISTER: Friday April 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM CDT
CLASSROOM LOCATION:
Hyatt Regency Denver
650 15th Street
Denver, CO 80202
HANDS ON FACILITY LOCATION:
TBD
HOTEL RECOMMENDEDATION:
Hyatt Regency Denver
650 15th St., Denver, CO 80202
P: 303-436-1234
Room Block Reserved for Training
Make Reservation
Attendees are responsible for travel and hotel costs.

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ABAA Research Committee Meeting
2025-05-08 10:00 - 11:00
Face-to-Face in Denver, CO with call-in option (Quartz A/B Room).
All times shown are in Eastern Time Zones

ABAA QAP Committee Meeting
2025-05-08 10:30 - 12:00

ABAA Combined Meeting - Technical and Research Committee
2025-05-08 11:00 - 12:00

ABAA Contractors Committee Meeting
2025-05-08 12:00 - 13:00
Face-to-Face in Denver, CO with call-in option (Granite B/C Room).
All times shown are in Eastern Time Zones

ABAA Technical Committee Meeting
2025-05-08 12:00 - 13:00

ABAA Education and Training Committee Meeting
2025-05-08 13:00 - 14:30

ABAA Marketing Committee Meeting
2025-05-08 14:30 - 15:30
Face-to-Face in Denver, CO (Granite B/C Room).
All times shown are in Eastern Time Zones

Technical Advances in Structural Insulated Sheathing (SIS) 1.0 CEU/HSW
2025-05-15 13:00 - 14:00
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 loss.
Use SIS systems to assist project teams in meeting green building program goals and requirements.
Relay the benefits of fusion technology versus lamination/gluing.
Identify how fusion-based Magnesium Oxide SIS contributes to sustainability, constructability, and versatility.

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Fred Chacon, Dupont
Fred received his master’s degree in Business Administration from Regis University and has over 19 years in the building industry. His experience includes architectural design, construction, consulting, and training/development roles. As an Architectural Building Envelope Specialist, he works directly with Architects, Contractors, Consultants and Specifiers to select the optimal insulation for their projects while meeting applicable building codes. Fred is an active CSI member in the Denver chapter but also participates in other CSI events across the western half of the US.

Introduction to Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF) for the Building Enclosure 1.0 CEU/HSW
2025-05-22 13:00 - 14:00
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 applications are provided, with references to compliance with US building codes.
Learning Objectives:

Review of SPF development history and product types and applications for residential and commercial construction.
Discuss health and safety aspects of SPF, including chemical safety, fire safety and environmental impacts.
Define performance of SPF materials in regard to heat, air and moisture control in the building enclosure
Review ICC building code requirements for SPF insulation and roofing systems

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Richard Duncan, Ph.D. Engineering, Professional Engineer (PA)
Technical Consultant, Envelogic
Rick has more than 30 years experience in mechanical, architectural and materials engineering, developing a wide range of building materials and products for the building enclosure. From 2008 to 2024, he serviced as Technical and Executive Director for the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA). Prior to joining SPFA, Rick served as Global New Product Director for CertainTeed/Saint Gobain Insulation. He has a bachelor of science in mechanical engineering ( U of Maryland) and master of science in Mechanical Engineering (Bucknell), and a PhD in Engineering Science and Mechanics (Penn State). He is a registered professional engineer in Pennsylvania.

ABAA Marketing Committee Meeting
2025-05-27 14:00 - 15:00

ABAA Contractor Webinar: Air Barrier Flashing Detailing
2025-05-28 11:00 - 12:00
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 construction and product detailing.
We will review the many aspects of construction, what to account for when detailing and installing flashings, and understand why specific details are needed. Understanding what to account for will provide better design, documentation, estimating, and installation.
HSW Justification:
The health and welfare of the building and its occupants will depend partly on correctly estimating and installing air barrier details.
Learning Objectives:

Identify typical areas of concern about the design and installation constructability and coordination between all the trades and adjacent building components.
Discuss the need for a mock-up and apply testing to the mock-up to confirm assumptions in sequence.
Create a sequence and action plan for detailing and materials.
Learn how to prevent constructability/compatibility issues before construction.

Presented by: Corey Zussman
QAQC Vice President – AECOM Hunt

ABAA Annual General Meeting
2025-05-29 11:00 - 12:00

Tales from the Clipboard: Season 2 1.0 CEU/HSW
2025-05-29 13:00 - 14:00
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 significant building degradation and functional installation processes. Let’s share the information so others do not have to make the same mistakes and frustrations. We do have to be on the edge in order to move forward. It shows us what is possible. Without these small steps forward we are stuck at idle. Everyone has to learn each of their own lessons, but if we can help someone avoid the same mistakes, they can then learn their own lessons to share with others while avoiding costly mistakes. This is a continued excerpt from some of the discovered failings from 20 years of energy audits, and air barrier inspections.
Learning Objectives:

Understanding high pressure flows towards low pressure
Explain why liquid applied membranes need to be applied at design temperatures
Explain what will happen if an air barrier and thermal barrier is poorly defined in steel stud construction.
Describe basics of a large building blower door test and what could happen if not prepared.

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Torrance Kramer, CEM®, BECxP, BPI® BA MF, LEED® AP President, Accurate-Airtight Exteriors
Torrance Kramer is a Certified Energy Manager and is passionate about reducing energy cost and increasing building integrity for his clients. He has completed thousands of comprehensive energy audits on all types of buildings over the last 20 years. Through this it became evident that there was a lack of understanding in the field of building envelope integrity. This led Torrance to focus on specializing in air barrier testing, repairs, and general envelope commissioning for the last 15+ years. For the last 10 years, he has managed and operated Accurate-Airtight Exteriors which provides consulting, training, testing, and repairs of building air and thermal barriers.

ABAA Material Evaluation Process White Paper - Ad Hoc Group Meeting
2025-05-29 15:30 - 16:30

Designing Wall Systems for Specific Climate Zones 1.0 CEU/HSW
2025-06-05 13:00 - 14:00
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 country get moved to a very different climate. More importantly, we’ll cover strategies to mitigate these issues. While many may be familiar with a Class I Vapor Retarder (“vapor barrier”) in the wrong part of an assembly, we’ll also cover the impacts of insulation type, the overreaction to perm ratings, light-colored roofing membranes, and reservoir claddings such as stucco and unit masonry.
Learning Objectives:

Learn climate-specific design strategies for durable construction.
Learn to avoid common mistakes that can lead to mold, rot, mildew, corrosion and decay.
Understand how hygrothermal modeling can be used in the design process to ensure durability.
Learn how material properties (permeability, heat capacity, density, conductivity, and porosity) impact wall assemblies.

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John Posenecker, P.E.
Senior Principal and Regional Facilities Manager, Terracon Consultants, Inc.
Mr. Posenecker joined Terracon in March of 2015 and is a registered mechanical engineer. He is a Board Member and Technical Committee Co-Chair for the Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA) and is on the Building Enclosure Council (BEC) National Board. His experience includes the design, construction, testing and forensic investigation of building envelope systems. Mr. Posenecker has participated in a wide variety of projects associated with enclosures that include containment systems for commercial nuclear power plants; noise control systems for commercial and institutional projects; and waterproofing systems for wide variety of commercial high-rise and low-rise buildings.

Whole Building Airtightness Technician Training Course - Daytona Beach, FL
2025-06-09 - 2025-06-13 | Moisture Intrusion Solutions, 475 Fentress Blvd Suite A, Daytona Beach, FL, 32114, United States
Program Description
The purpose of the ABAA Blower Door Technician Training Program is to educate both entry-level and more experienced blower door technicians on the planning, preparation, and execution of airtightness testing for commercial and large buildings in conformance with industry standard test methods. The training aims to equip blower door technicians with the knowledge and skills necessary to appropriately evaluate, prepare, test, analyze, and report on a building’s airtightness performance.
The ABAA Blower Door Technician Training Program is a 40-hour training program delivered over 5 days by subject matter experts retained by ABAA who are guided by detailed lesson plans. In addition to receiving instruction from experienced experts, the trainees will also have the opportunity to plan and carry out simulated building airtightness tests on physical mock-ups during the training program.
The program is intended to help prepare the trainees to become a Certified Blower Door Technician through ABAA’s certification program, but completion of the training program is not required for ABAA certification. The trainees will learn about the certification program and requirements during the training program.
For the purposes of demonstrations, activities, and simulations, this training program uses equipment from two widely used blower door fan manufacturing companies.
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Training Course Fees:

Members – $2,500.00
Non-Members – $2,850.00

Additional Fees:

Level 1 Registration & Exam – Members $495.00 Non-Members $695.00
Level 2 Registration & Exam – Members $595.00 Non-Members $895.00

Training Location:
475 Fentress Blvd Suite A
Daytona Beach, FL, United States
Phone: 206.934.5350
Registration is limited to 12 students. Sign up today and secure your spot!
Registration Deadline: Friday, May 23, 2025

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