The spread of smoke in mid- and high-rise building fires is recognized as a major threat to the safety of the building occupants and responding fire personnel and the effectiveness of firefighting operations. This course explains how smoke migrates in a multi-story building fire and discusses how building codes have evolved to address this danger and why they mandate smoke containment in specific areas of a structure. Product applications and assemblies designed to meet building code requirements and limit vertical smoke migration via elevator hoistways and lobbies are examined.

Learn about integrated doors systems, sustainability, compliance, and code. Understand the importance of smoke and fire protection in various applications and vertical markets and how with the proper protection from integrated door systems you can save lives.

This presentation will guide architects through the process of specifying and renewing worn resilient floors with an emphasis on creating monolithic hygienic surfaces, maintaining safe indoor air quality while avoiding the replacement of resilient floors.

Topics discussed include daylighting strategies available through the integration of structural sandwich panels, energy conservation, enhancements, options, form, and aesthetics. The many benefits to health, productivity, safety, and sustainable design will be discussed, as well as the specialty applications including explosion venting, blast resistance, OSHA fall through protection and hurricane resistance.

There has been a seismic shift in how we now think about space. Join us in discussing how, through design and partnerships, we can expand the health & wellness of users in the built environment without sacrificing creativity, uniqueness or budget.

Adding wood, stone, or masonry accents can dramatically change the look of a space, but time, cost, or even structural requirements can interfere. This course reviews the use of realistic, lightweight, cost-effective, and easy-to-install options for decorative faux elements. The performance, design options, and installation of high-density polyurethane panels, beams, truss systems, mantels, and column covers are examined.

Access control systems are used to limit entry into designated secure areas to certain personnel during predetermined time periods. In this one-hour course, we will review electrified door locking hardware and related components which interface with electronic access controllers to provide a complete security solution.

The pursuit of a clean, modern look to meet the owner's vision without sacrificing functionality, ADA compliance, and acoustical performance is a balancing act between the visible and hidden details. This program examines an adjustable concealed hydraulic hinge-closer and looks at a range of sleek, flush door opening applications.

In this course, attendees will learn how to design walls that optimize performance for project requirements in a cost-efficient way. The course discusses initial cost and operating cost implications of exterior wall system choices. The course also discusses options to provide interior walls that save money and provide exceptional performance for demanding interior environments.

This presentation explains the benefits of polished concrete flooring, including aesthetics, abrasion & stain resistance, sustainability, and reduced maintenance costs. We discuss the products and procedures involved in each flooring job type from new to restoration. Participants will discover the importance of jobsite mockups and how they are used to manage expectations. The program also shows how to protect and maintain finished concrete flooring according to flooring use. It includes tips for protecting finished floors from damage during building construction and beyond.

A brief step back to discuss why Air Barriers are important, and then a discussion around which properties are really important in a Rough Opening Preparation, and Air Barrier Material. A listing of the chemistries of the major Fluid Applied Rough Opening Prep and Air Barrier materials follows with a review (based on Product Data Sheets, Installation Guilds, Safety Data Sheets, other literature pieces and Industry Knowledge) follows with some of the pluses and minus for each chemistry.

A survey of types and causes of staining common to new concrete and masonry construction, with recommendations and guidelines for cleaning and product selection.

This program introduces building retrofits as a method to achieve green building standards by adapting existing structures. While a building retrofit may have several types of interventions, participants will learn how effective air sealing will improve overall occupant comfort, health, and safety. This includes a detailed look at sources of air leakage and the various methods to address this infiltration. Several real-world examples will demonstrate the importance of identifying source of air leakage, investigating existing conditions, and proper detailing.

Window opening air and water leakage has been a difficult problem for the construction industry. This course evaluates building failures, conventional construction approaches, and new developments in waterproofing techniques to show a path forward for designers seeking higher-performing wall assemblies.

This course covers how to use the advantages of concrete masonry for the construction of detention facilities.

The course, ‘Design with Aluminum Full View (AFV) Sectional Doors’ will answer these questions and more: 1) What are the potential applications and building types for AFV doors? 2) What are the options for installation type, panel/frame design, finishes, and glass? 3) Do AFV sectional doors qualify for LEED Points? 4) Are there custom variations when designing with AFV doors?

With the complexity of commercial buildings and demand for energy efficiency on the rise, interest in high-performance air and water-resistive barrier systems (or AWBs) is growing. Architects naturally want to choose the most effective AWB for their projects. But with so many options, it can be difficult to discern which solutions will perform and protect long into a building’s future. This presentation explores the distinct benefits of fluid-applied 100% silicone AWBs, and the reasons they make an excellent choice for many building projects. We discuss the basics and benefits of air barriers, as well as codes and requirements to follow in order to reduce risk. We explain the key properties that set 100% silicone apart from other fluid-applied chemistries. We also cover installation details for 100% silicone AWBs.

Light-manipulating materials use internal channels to capture, bend, scatter, and redirect light and create visually stunning spaces. Panels and slabs in resin, glass, and terrazzo create an experiential surface for privacy screens or signage, primary or accent lighting, countertops or flooring—anywhere the interplay of light and shadow is desired for beauty and inspiration. This course describes the different types of light-manipulating materials and substrates as well as the design and installation options for a wide range of dynamic, unique applications.

Light-manipulating materials use internal channels to capture, bend, scatter, and redirect light and create visually stunning spaces. Panels and slabs in resin, glass, and terrazzo make an experiential surface for privacy screens or signage, primary or accent lighting, and countertops or flooring—anywhere the interplay of light and shadow is desired for beauty and inspiration. This course describes the different types of light-manipulating materials and substrates, design and installation options, and the contributions of these products to sustainability goals as well as occupant health, well-being, and engagement in a wide range of dynamic, unique applications.

Over time urban parks and other open landscaped areas are being lost to development. One solution to mitigate this issue is to reconsider undeveloped areas such as building roofs to create green amenity spaces. Amenity decks can provide some alleviation of lost green space, while affording developers the potential to monetize unutilized spaces in their buildings and provide an advantage over older buildings to attract tenants.

For building energy efficiency, durability, natural beauty, cost effectiveness, and adaptability, green facades offer the design community a substantial asset. This course examines the required considerations for a successful green facade installation and includes discussions on system selection, design, plant selection, maintenance, and client/owner education.

This presentation will guide architects through the process of choosing, specifying, and installing hardwood flooring products with an emphasis on best practices for maintaining safe indoor air quality.

Join us for our webinar series with a focus on Sports + Recreation projects. There are many reasons that Kalwall is such a natural fit for coaches, athletes, trainers and fans alike. Providing glare-free, full-spectrum light is ideal for videography, mental focus and visual acuity. Learn more about how Kalwall can help you build a facility fit for champions.

Join us for our webinar series with a focus on Education projects. Students and teachers deserve bright, healthily lit spaces. The benefits of properly daylighting an educational space can be seen in improved productivity, reduced sick days and lowered utility bills. Learn how Kalwall can help you build beautifully daylit spaces.

Using various forms of translucent daylighting to earn LEED credits and/or assist in the implementation of Green or Sustainable design. Topics discussed include the origins of translucent daylighting techniques, energy conservation and opportunities offered in contrast, design, form and aesthetics. Also included are discussions surrounding recycle content, heat island effect and light pollution reduction.