The course provides an in depth look at the benefits of Insulated Metal Panels Barrier Wall Systems as a simpler and superior option to multiple component exterior wall assemblies. The program addresses the many challenges faced by multiple component wall assemblies; current energy code requirements; the influence of air, moisture, thermal and vapor are discussed; and actual insulated metal barrier panel case studies are reviewed. Videos and animations are used within a PowerPoint presentation to enhance the overall presentation. This program is an interactive session that encourages feedback and questions.

“Good” lighting is more than photometric performance: it is an art and a science that is truly greater than the sum of its parts. It must meet the visual needs of many and satisfy a myriad of individuals’ subjective perceptions. Architectural lighting design is a series of planned experiences involving people and spaces that we create by modulating and delivering light. This course discusses a conceptual framework for lighting design that specifiers can use to bring an architectural vision to life with the most powerful medium available to enrich the built environment and enhance the end-user experience: light!

Wall stabilization, seismic retrofits, and helical beaming are just a few of the topics covered. With engineers on staff, PROSOCO works hand-in-hand with engineering and design teams to develop custom anchoring solutions and strategies for both new construction and restoration projects.

Mineral wool core panels provide an excellent alternative to foam core insulated metal panels and other traditional materials where the wall assembly need to be fire resistive. Ratings of up to three hours can be achieved by this product. These panels also provide all necessary control layers in a single component: air, vapor, water and thermal. Acoustic properties of the product are also evaluated. Product configurations including sizes, profiles and metal facings are studied. Code compliance and generic details are reviewed. Mineral wool core panels and their contribution to LEED credits are also studied.

The potential for scalding from point of use hot water affects all of us. While the very young and the very old are more susceptible, no one is immune from scalding danger. An understanding of the potential for scalding, as well as the physiology of burns from hot water, can guide our design choices and significantly reduce the danger to people using facilities that commonly supply hot water, such as lavatories, baths, and showers. This course discusses the potential for scalding, the physiology of burns due to hot water, and who is most susceptible. It also discusses the relevant codes and the fixtures available to designers that can help reduce scalding and burn potential.

Rainscreens are a multicomponent system offering redundancy in resisting the weather; however, continuity of each component is critical. When an insulated metal panel (IMP) is used within the system, it can function as a number of these components, simplifying installation and improving performance. This course looks at IMPs acting as barrier walls behind various rainscreen systems, with a discussion on the performance characteristics for air, water, vapor, and thermal management.

As part of a well-designed rainscreen system, single-skin metal panels offer unique aesthetic options combined with the assurance that the building envelope will withstand the effects of long-term exposure to the elements. This course compares common cladding types; presents single-skin metal panel materials, coatings, finishes, and design options; and examines using single-skin metal panels with a single-component barrier wall to form a complete rainscreen assembly.

This presentation talks about the environmental friendliness of both the installation procedures and products and the maintenance procedures and products, speed of installation, long term utility and ease of maintenance of a polished concrete floor. Decorating options, including aggregate exposure, color options, custom designs and gloss options are all discussed. Comparisons with other types of flooring for cost, repairability, maintenance and anticipated life are covered. Specification language to help the specifier convey his goals to the cement finisher, the ready mix supplier and the concrete polishing bidders are laid out.

The savings that water conservation measures can provide are real and practical and offer enormous untapped potential. One of the best ways to boost conservation really hasn’t been thoroughly utilized, yet it’s right here at our fingertips: faucets. This course provides an overview of commercial faucets, including the evolution of the modern faucet, design and installation considerations, and the faucet’s impact on water conservation and green building programs.

In this one-hour course, design professionals will take an in-depth look at the sustainable, and versatile attributes of composite roofing solutions. The advantages of composite roofing systems will be examined, including long life-cycle, durability, and its ability to be specified in a wide array of applications and environments.

Efficient water use and conservation are key parts of sustainable development. Toilets account for the greatest water usage within a residential home (typically 30 percent). Dual-flush toilets are an option to reduce water usage by up to 20 percent while meeting the LEED® v4 Water Efficiency requirements. This toilet option can also be incorporated into accessible bathrooms and use touchless flush plates. The most attractive feature of the dual-flush toilet is that it does not require significant behavioral changes for benefits to be realized.

PROSOCO has been cleaning and protecting masonry for nearly 85 years. We can help you develop solutions for cleaning the toughest masonry stains and identify treatments for long-term protection of masonry, concrete and other hard surfaces. Our field support, laboratory and customer care teams are ready to help you take on your next project.

Meet the PROSOCO technical team and learn about how we can support your next project. The Consolideck line features products for preparing, hardening, decorating, protecting and maintaining finished concrete floors, whether the desired aesthetic is a matte finish or a highly polished showroom floor. Learn about important resources for the design phase and critical support for the implementation process.

BIFMA’s flagship course, covering influential topics to the commercial built environment. A brief history of space design and the macro trends of today connect furniture to the needs of occupants. BIFMA’s standards and programs are explained to help professionals make confident furniture decisions.  

What do you wonder about furniture? This course compares and explains various sustainability rating tools used in the built environment and overlays LEVEL® by BIFMA’s furniture rating system to understand it’s role in these environments.

LEVEL by BIFMA is the multi-attribute sustainability certification program for furniture. This course provides comprehensive information about what the program measures and why a LEVEL certification is the most comprehensive tool for evaluating sustainable furniture.

The presentation will focus on the role of intelligent healthcare infrastructure to create sustainable healthcare environments. It will cover sustainability as a concept and examine healthcare in that context to explain why it has come to be such a carbon heavy and unsustainable industry. It will explore how integrating advanced building controls and technology can improve the efficiency, sustainability, and functionality of healthcare facilities. The session will discuss the practical benefits of these intelligent systems, including their contribution to environmental sustainability, improved patient care, operational efficiency and employee well-being. Through real-world case studies and an exploration of future trends, this presentation aims to provide a clear understanding of the intersection between technology and sustainability in modern healthcare settings. It seeks to leave attendees with valuable insights and the encouragement to adopt and promote sustainable practices in the development and management of healthcare environments.

This session will discuss construction details that can cause design professionals and contractors to be brought into construction litigation. The presenter will highlight building code requirements, industry standards and manufacturer instructions related to roofing, exterior walls, windows and other issues common to construction litigation. The session will include a series of case studies with a discussion of the consequences associated with a bad detail, and examples of better practice details to improve durability.

This course runs through a series of attributes that one can use to evaluate furniture and determine if it's the right product for the application. Attributes include materiality, construction methods, health & sustainability, and the verification tools that assist professionals in making confident, well-informed furniture decisions. 

This is a Product SpotLight Presentation. CableRail Kits are the most popular and cost effective solution for wood and metal railing frames, and include everything needed to attach and tension a cable.

The importance of keeping an intruder out of a building cannot be underestimated. Examined here are fenestration security risks, considerations, and solutions for educational, religious, commercial, and retail applications, as well as applicable performance testing and standards. The course provides an in-depth discussion on new, retrofit access-denial glazing systems that provide maximum protection against forced entry and ballistic threats.

This course will introduce you to an environmentally friendly product that has the strength of steel and the beauty of wood. More than just a roof can be used as building façade, fence capping, and more.

In architectural practices, time is money. Without proper tracking and allocation of time there is no way to understand and manage profitability on your projects. In this webinar, we will discuss time tracking via buckets, calendar blocking, and how to create the perfect work-life balance.

A depiction and analysis of unusual and problematic detailing conditions from specific projects that go beyond use of a manufacturer's standard details for common conditions. This shows how fluid-applied flashing and detailing products rather than peel & stick membranes can be successfully used to handle particularly challenging conditions and how manufacturers can interact with manufacturers to obtain this detailing support.

This session will provide an overview of the practices Heidelberg Materials is implementing in the Seattle area around construction and demolition debris and the production of recycled concrete aggregate. Additionally, Heidelberg Materials will highlight the steps being taken to reduce the carbon intensity of their cement and concrete products. The sustainable and low carbon benefits of these practices and details regarding the production and use of these materials will be explained. The presentation will also provide guidance for optimizing the use of recycled concrete and achieving carbon reductions with concrete, as well as best practices for specifying and procuring these products while meeting performance expectations.