ABAA Marketing Committee Meeting
2025-08-28 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-09-22 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Detroit)
Conference Call
All times shown are in Eastern Time Zones

ABAA ASI Ad Hoc Group Meeting
2025-08-29 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-29 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-19 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-10-03 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-10-10 10:00 - 11:00

ABAA Material Evaluation Process White Paper Ad Hoc Group Meeting
2025-09-02 14:00 - 15:00

ABAA Board of Directors Meeting
2025-09-03 14:00 - 15:00

Beyond the Sill Seal: A Modern Approach to Air Barriers for Long-Lasting Building Enclosures 1.0 CEU/HSW
2025-09-04 13:00 - 14:00
Beyond the Sill Seal: A Modern Approach to Air Barriers for Long-Lasting Building Enclosures
The effectiveness of air barriers in building enclosures is critical for energy efficiency, comfort, and indoor air quality. Traditional gasketing materials, such as sill seals, have long been utilized to manage air infiltration. However, these materials often fall short in meeting modern standards for airtightness and durability, leading to issues with thermal performance and moisture control over time. This presentation will introduce emerging professionals to advanced air barrier systems, highlighting why foundational knowledge in these systems is essential for resilient building design. This session will examine the limitations of traditional gasketing in creating reliable air barriers and will guide attendees through a foundational overview of air barrier materials, assemblies, and testing requirements. Attendees will gain insight into the building science behind effective air barriers, understand the realities behind common installation practices, and explore a range of installation techniques for various air barrier technologies. We will also discuss design considerations for climate-specific applications, addressing how innovative air barrier systems outperform older methods in diverse environmental contexts.
Learning Objectives:

Describe the limitations of traditional gasketing materials like sill seals in creating effective air barriers.
Gain foundational knowledge in the types, applications, and testing requirements of modern air barrier materials.
Explore essential building codes and standards for air, water, and vapor barriers to ensure compliance and best practices.
Investigate design and installation techniques to achieve effective air barrier performance in various climates and building applications.

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Samuel Cowlishaw, Director of Marketing, Selena USA

ABAA QAP Committee Meeting
2025-09-09 10:00 - 11:00

ABAA Technical Committee Meeting
2025-09-09 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-14 14:00 - 15:00

ABAA Contractors Committee Meeting
2025-09-10 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-10-16 10:00 - 11:00

New Air Barrier Requirements for Re-Roofing 1.0 CEU/HSW
2025-09-11 13:00 - 14:00
New Air Barrier Requirements for Re-Roofing
As energy codes evolve, so do the requirements for roof system performance — especially during reroofing projects. This course explores the latest updates to building codes and standards that introduce air barrier requirements when replacing existing roofs. Attendees will learn why air control matters, how it interacts with moisture and thermal layers, and what design professionals and contractors need to consider to ensure code compliance, building durability, and energy efficiency.
Learning Objectives:

Identify key code changes related to air barriers in reroofing.
Understand the building science principles behind air leakage and roof system performance.
Evaluate existing roof conditions to determine air barrier requirements.
Review best practices for detailing and integrating air barriers during reroofing.

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Matt Braun, P.E., Building Design Manager, Standard Industries (GAF + Siplast)
Matt Braun is a Building Design Manager for GAF in the West Region of the US. Matt is a
licensed Professional Engineer in multiple states (AZ, CO, & TX) and holds a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Texas A&M University. With over 14 years of experience in building enclosure design and consulting, his background includes waterproofing design in multi-family construction, compliance and forensic testing of roof and exterior facade assemblies, consulting on new construction and restoration projects, and review of roofing and building designs with designers and installers. Matt is also an active member of IIBEC (Colorado Chapter President 2023 & 2024) and NRCA.

Jason Conley, AIA, CDT, LEED AP, RRO, Building Design Manager, GAF Commercial Roofing
Jason Conley is the Midwest Building Design Manager on the GAF Building & Roofing Science team. He is focused on providing Architects and Specifiers with commercial roofing education, technical guidance, roofing system selection, and specification development.
Jason has over 25 years of experience in the architecture and commercial roofing industry. His previous roles include Architectural Designer on multi-family developments, office buildings, and mountain ski resorts in Colorado. He also provided technical assistance to Architects and Contractors as a Commercial Roofing Sales Representative in Chicago, Illinois.
Jason has a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from Lawrence Technological University. He is an Associate member of AIA, a LEED Accredited Professional, a Registered Roof Observer, and a Construction Documents Technologist. Jason is also an active member of IIBEC (Chicago Chapter Director 2024 & 2025).
Photo Credit to Nexus Building Envelope Consultants

ABAA Conference Committee Meeting
2025-09-15 10:00 - 11:00

Online Self-Adhered & Fluid Applied Installer Certification Training Course
2025-09-16 10:00 - 2025-09-18 16:30
DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS FRIDAY, AUGUST 29, 2025
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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 to have before writing the exam.

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 and troubleshooting.
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Not an Installer?
ABAA courses are open to everyone and are a great training opportunity for all, including General Contractors, Suppliers, Manufacturers sales rep, Architectural Reps, and anyone in the construction industry. There is NO experience needed to attend one of our great training courses.

Interested in Certification?
Self-Adhered and Fluid Applied installer training 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.
For certification purposes, a minimum of 3000 hours of work experience either directly with air barriers or in applicable related trade experience is required.
For companies seeking to become ABAA Accredited Contractor, it is ABAA policy that each company has at least 1 person trained in an ABAA Installer Training Course and certified as an ABAA Level 3 Installer, and at least 1 person trained in the Quality Assurance Program Administrator Course.

Questions?
Please email us at training@airbarrier.org
See you there!
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COURSE BEGINS TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 AT 10:00AM ET. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION EMAIL WITHIN 3 BUSINESS DAYS OF REGISTERING, PLEASE CONTACT US DIRECTLY.
DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS FRIDAY, AUGUST 29, 2025

2025 AIA KY | AIA IN Convention
2025-09-18 09:00 - 2025-09-19 19:00
The 2025 AIA Indiana/AIA Kentucky convention will explore many facets of the architectural profession, and its impact on our communities. Therefore, we’ve compiled a wide range of stakeholders from government, civil society, academia and the business community to explore tracks in design, technology, sustainability and practice. We hope you will join us in Lexington September 18-19 for:

Design & Service Awards
Expo Lunch & Happy Hour
Up to 12 AIA/LU Available through:

Three Inspiring Keynote Sessions
17 Optional Breakouts
7 Off-Site Tours!

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Predicting Rooftop Surface Temperature Extremes and Impact on Air Barrier Tie-Ins 1.0 CEU/HSW
2025-09-18 13:00 - 14:00
Predicting Rooftop Surface Temperature Extremes and Impact on Air Barrier Tie-Ins
Roofing system surfaces can get hot, sometimes extremely hot due to climatic and indoor design conditions, direct and reflected solar radiation exposure, and radiative heat transfer with surrounding objects. Roof surface color, the position and color of adjacent objects, as well as the thermal properties of materials are key parameters that greatly influence roofing system peak temperatures. An adjacent parapet wall, metal coping cover may experience similar surface temperature conditions. Critical rainwater and air control layers transition between roofing and façade systems at the parapet. Designs are complex and rely on tie-ins to allow for differential movement between the parapet wall and roof membrane. Transition membranes many times address scope-of-work issues between roofing and wall air barrier system trade responsibilities. Flashing membranes that maintain the continuity of air and water-resistive barrier systems have upper service temperature limits that vary between 180°F and 300°F. Identifying the parameters controlling climate specific, rooftop surface temperature extremes will help designers specify the thermal performance requirements for flashing membranes.
Learning Objectives:

Participants will be able to list the key factors influencing tie-in temperatures for continuous air barrier systems across roof, parapet, and façade assemblies.
Participants will understand the impact of solar reflection from adjacent elements on roof, parapet, and façade system temperatures, and identify scenarios that may require high-temperature-rated air barrier system tie-in membranes.
Describe the process to simulate and visualize roof, parapet, and facade system heat transfer.
Participants will understand how temperature rating requirements for tie-in membranes vary across climate zones.

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Stanley D. Gatland II, Manager, Building Science and Comfort, Saint-Gobain North America
Stan Gatland is the Manager of Building Science and Comfort for Saint-Gobain North America. He is responsible for leading projects that focus on developing, demonstrating, and connecting Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed solutions to the performance of buildings regarding indoor environmental quality and occupant comfort. Stan has over 30 years of experience and expertise in building science and architectural acoustics with an extensive professional network in the fields of energy efficiency, heat and moisture transfer, environmental acoustics, and fire science. He is an accomplished speaker with over ninety publications. Stan holds a master’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst.

ABAA Contractor Webinar: Building Science Fundamentals
2025-09-24 12:00 - 13:00
Buildings are designed to separate indoor and outdoor environments, but differences between them create forces that challenge the building envelope. Key demands include managing liquid water, air, heat, and water vapor flows. While these concepts seem simple, their complexities often lead to confusion, such as distinguishing between air and vapor barriers.
This presentation explores how these flows impact building envelope performance and its essential functions.
Learning Objectives:
– Understand some of the myths regarding vapor, air and thermal transfer
– Identify the concept of “Building as a System” and how the building enclosure relates to this
– Explain the forces of moisture, air and heat flow, as applicable to a building
– Define how to control these forces effectively to save energy and reduce risk of moisture damage
This webinar is exclusive to the ABAA contractor members. Please reach out to lhardman@airbarrier.org to register.

ABAA Codes Task Group
2025-09-24 14:00 - 15:00

BEC Chicago Symposium 2025
2025-09-25 09:30 - 17:30
The Building Enclosure Council Chicago Chapter
invites you to a
BEC-National Symposium on Building Science and Enclosure Technology
Thursday, September 25, 2025 at
The Chicago Architecture Center,
111 E. Wacker Dr.
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
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Akira Window Connection: Pathways to Thinner Exterior Walls 1.0 CEU/HSW
2025-09-25 13:00 - 14:00
Akira Window Connection: Pathways to Thinner Exterior Walls
Akira Window Connection – a market ready punched window installation method that nearly eliminates window transition thermal bridging. This innovation helps reduce wall thickness, embodied carbon emissions, construction cost, and meet performance-based energy targets. In partnership with Northern Facades and Cascadia Windows, we will discuss maximum window size results from the secondary structure analysis, and 3-D thermal simulation results. Also, unveiling facility mock-up water penetration resistance test results by Cascadia Windows and lessons learned to address water management and airtightness. Review how Akira Window Connection allows a high-rise retrofit to reduce exterior insulation from 10-inches to 6-inches thick by eliminating heat loss at window transitions.
Learning Objectives:

Participants will learn about innovative window installation design – improving constructability and maximizing performance intended for larger buildings suitable for combustible / non-combustible construction.
Participants learn about best practices for water management and airtightness detailing with Akira Window Connection with lessons learned from laboratory testing conducted at Cascadia Windows. This includes water penetration resistance testing in accordance with ASTM E1105.
Participants learn how innovative window installation design can address affordability and lower energy demand simultaneously.
We will explain to participants on how they can access 3D thermal simulation results and data sheets for free at ThermalEnvelope.ca to incorporate into their next project.

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Cody Belton, AScT, P.Tech, CPHD, Passive House Specialist + Building Enclosure Consultant, Stantec Consulting
Cody is a Certified Passive House Designer (CPHD) and Building Enclosure Consultant. Bringing over 16 years of collective experience as a Building Enclosure Consultant, he has dedicated the past eight years to practicing as a Passive House Specialist. In this capacity, Cody provides consultation and implementation of Passive House design strategies for new building construction and retrofit projects. He coordinates design teams and develops custom building enclosure design packages for a range of building typologies. He is keen to share his insights and continue his learning to advance sustainable building practices for communities across Canada and US. Most recently, Cody was a proud speaker at the 2023 Passive House Network Conference in Denver, CO, and 2024 Annual Passive House Canada Conference in Victoria, BC.

IIBEC Region V Summer Workshop: At the WSRCA Convention
2025-10-01 - 2025-10-02
Please join us at the IIBEC Chapters of Region V Technical Seminar on October 1, 2025 at the Paris Hotel in conjunction with the WSRCA 2025 Convention.
The program include five (5) sessions and provides 6.0 IIBEC and/or AIA learning units which.
The cost of this program is $250.00 for IIBEC members and $300.00 for non-members.
Registration for this program includes breakfast and lunch, and admission to the WRRCA convention programs and trade shows on Tuesday 09/30/25.
Topics and speakers include:

Unburdening Overburden Considerations for Commercial Roofing, presented by Matt Braun, P.E., Design Manager at GAF/Siplast.
Fene-frustration: The Headaches of Windows, presented by Erica Reynolds, Associate, PE, RA, FMPC at McGinnis Chen Associates, Inc.
Designing Low Slope Roofing for Climate Change, presented by Robert Hemphill, RBEC, RRC, RWC, REWC and Kimberly Agustin, RRO, at Salas O’ Brien Engineers.
Code Updates: Learn about important roofing related building codes that affect both steep and low slope roofing projects, presented by Daniel J Cupit – Roofing Consultant and Expert, Professional Construction Services.
What Does a Building Enclosure Consultant Need to Know About CLT? Presented by Darbi Krumpos, CDT, BECxP, CxA+BE, SOCOTEC Consulting, Inc.

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ABAA Fellowship Committee
2025-10-01 14:00 - 15:00

ABAA & CSI Madison - Half Day Symposium
2025-10-02 09:30 - 14:30
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8:30 AM-9:00 AM Sign In & Welcome
9:00 AM -9:15 AM Introductions: ABAA, CSI, and Sponsors
9:15 AM -10:15 AM Presentation – Brian Stroik, Leak-Free Enclosure Process for Construction Managers & General Contractors – 1.0 LU/HSW
Hundreds of Millions of Dollars are spent every year by construction managers, trade partners, and insurance companies in litigation and for repairing the water and moisture damage caused by construction defects in the Building Enclosure. WHY? We know this is an issue, it has been for decades, so is there a way to ensure the construction of high performing enclosures? The answer is YES! This presentation will use actual Case Studies from projects around the country to discuss a process that can be put into specifications to ensure Durable, Sustainable and High Performing Enclosures. This process has been practiced for over 20 years and is based upon the industry leading processes of NIBS Guideline 3 and the current ASTM BECx documents.
10:15 AM -10:30 AM Break
10:30 AM-12:00 PM Presentation – Andrew Dunlap, “By Others” – That Elusive Subcontractor Responsible for Transitions, 1.5 LU/HSW, 1.0 GBCI
An in-depth look at the environmental separators for the roof, wall, and below-grade assemblies in regard to water control, air leakage control, thermal performance, and vapor control. Critical details that typically cause building performance-related issues will be focused on the two largest failures of building enclosures: roof-to-wall connections and wall-to-window connections specific to curtain wall systems. A step-by-step look at each critical detail in regard to the sequence of construction and the various connections to ensure airtight/watertight and thermally protected details. Real-life photos and job conditions will bring the realities of the construction process to show typical errors found and how they can be addressed correctly.
12:00 PM-1:00 PM Lunch
1:00 PM-2:00 PM Presentation – Pamela Jergenson, Don’t Go There: Navigating the Real, Imperfect Air Barrier Details, 1.0 LU/HSW
Solving air barrier details or mishaps during construction is possible, but do we really have time for that? Construction schedules and sequencing are compressed. Change orders and rework are expensive and time consuming. Discover through actual air barrier specifications, drawings, and field photographs the possible options to solve details or mishaps BEFORE construction starts. Join this interactive seminar with polls and real examples during construction that delve into ways to avoid those last-minute detail changes.
2:00 PM Wrap Up
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Achieving a High-Performance Air Barrier System 1.0 CEU/HSW
2025-10-02 13:00 - 14:00
Achieving a High-Performance Air Barrier System
Air Barriers are an extremely important component of a high-performance building enclosure system. For the most part, these systems are non-maintainable components and repairs can typically only be made with the removal of the exterior cladding system. To ensure a performing system, proper design, detailing and ultimately the proper installation of these systems is extremely important. You have one chance to get it right. Come learn about important design considerations, how to properly detail critical interfaces, key items to include in your specifications, proper installation techniques, quality control and testing parameters for a variety of air barrier systems in use today.
Learning Objectives:

Discuss how air barriers are part of a high-performance building and how they control air and moisture movement, improve insulation performance and reduce energy needs of buildings
Review key design considerations, critical interfaces for continuity, material performance requirements and specification language for the proper design and selection of the air barrier assembly
Identify the typical installation requirements of a variety of air barrier materials and assemblies and common installation issues observed in the field
Discuss the importance of proper construction sequencing, coordination of sub-trades, testing and inspection criteria, how to identify installation defects and remedial action required during the construction phase

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Denali Jones, P.E., Technical Director, ABAA
Denali is an engineer focused on building enclosures for his entire career. After working for a manufacturer he transitioned into consulting, working for one of the leading building science firms in North America for over a decade. Denali’s work focused on finding practical and performance driven solutions to complex enclosure problems, ranging from high-rise office towers to hospitals, multifamily, manufacturing facilities, and everything in between. He has extensive experience in all aspects of enclosure design, including roofing, glazing systems, horizontal waterproofing, below grade waterproofing, air barriers, and rainscreen wall assemblies with just about any type of cladding. Denali also is an industry leading expert in whole-building air leakage testing, having helped develop several test standards and code language around testing requirements. He was instrumental in developing ABAA’s whole-building air leakage testing training program and is the lead instructor for this program. Denali now serves as the technical director for ABAA, focusing on driving the adoption and advancement of air barriers both at a committee level as well as providing support for ABAA members in answering technical questions or delivering presentations and training.

Commissioning the Air Barrier 1.0 CEU/HSW
2025-10-09 13:00 - 14:00
Commissioning the Air Barrier
The IECC 2021 requires air barrier commissioning and/or whole building air tests as part of the code compliancy pathways. The process is an essential step to ensure that the building enclosure assembly performs as intended and complies with the energy code. The presenter will detail the commissioning process as it relates to air barrier systems.
Learning Objectives:

Understanding of the commissioning process.
Review energy code compliance pathways
Review on-site air barrier inspection and testing procedures.
Review design decisions that can improve or hinder the air barrier performance.

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Brian Neely, AIA, CDT, BECxP, Vice President, Senior Associate, Gale Associates
Brian Neely, AIA, CDT, BECxP is Vice President at Gale Associates, Inc and Director of the Building Enclosure Consulting and Commissioning Group. Mr. Neely is a certified Building Enclosure Commissioning Provider and is actively involved with supplying design review analysis and managing building enclosure commissioning and testing services for new construction and renovation projects. Mr. Neely is a past President of the Boston Building Enclosure Council and assisted the National Institute of Buildings Science in the development and presentation of the building enclosure training program. Mr. Neely is a long-time member of ABAA and has presented at several conferences.

2025 CSI National Conference
2025-10-15 10:00 - 2025-10-17 20:00
No matter your role in the built environment, it’s critical to stay ahead of the trends and changes shaping our industry. The 2025 CSI National Conference will show you how. With 400+ AECO professionals from across the country all under one roof, we’ll work together to tackle project challenges and explore innovative ideas and solutions. packed with peer-reviewed sessions focused on emerging technologies, the future of specifications and construction documentation, and practical insights you can use right away. These sessions are approved for CSI, AIA, and HSW learning units, so you can earn credit while staying informed.
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ABAA Members Presenting at CSI
Amy Baker – Session: Social Media for Architects (and Spec Writers)!

Struggling to stand out in the crowded AEC industry? Many architects and specification writers create incredible work but fail to leverage social media effectively. This session will tackle the biggest challenges professionals face—lack of time, strategy, and engagement—while debunking common myths about online branding. You’ll learn practical strategies to create compelling content, grow your audience, and turn followers into clients. From platform-specific tips to engagement hacks, this session provides actionable solutions tailored for professionals.
By the end, you’ll walk away with a clear strategy, content ideas, and the confidence to make social media work for you. Whether you’re new to digital marketing or looking to refine your approach, this session will give you the tools to establish your brand, expand your influence, and generate real opportunities.

Ryan Dalgleish – Session: SPECtacular Updates to Air and Vapor Barrier Specifications

There are not enough hours in the day to keep up with all the changes related to the building enclosure. Changes to codes, materials, strategies, and green programs can make you dizzy and ready to just give up! Well, do not fear, the Air Barrier Association is here! In this session we’ll discuss the most up-to-date test methods, standards, and key items to update in your specifications, and the impacts of moving to net zero buildings. We’ll also discuss how building airtightness plays a key role. We must go from “okay” building enclosures to super-high performance to not rely solely on renewables to meet net zero goals. But it’s not just about air, we need to talk about moisture too. We’ll review important aspects to consider from a moisture management strategy.
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