Retrofitting and replacing roofing systems are essential aspects of the construction industry and offer opportunities to reduce a building's energy consumption. Sustainable retrofitting of roofs with durable, energy-efficient materials helps reduce waste and conserve resources while promoting eco-friendly building practices. This course gives an overview of expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation and innovative roofing systems that are designed to enhance building efficiency....
Now more than ever, the environmental impacts of products used in construction are a worldwide concern and one that the architecture and design (A&D) community is being asked to address in their work. Environmental product declarations (EPDs) are powerful tools when choosing materials for commercial projects. This course discusses how, where, and why to use EPDs to inform sustainable product selection and specification decisions and how EPDs are incorporated into key green building rating systems and codes, including LEED® v4.1 Building Design and Construction (BD+C) and Interior Design and Construction (ID+C), Green Globes® for New Construction (NC), and the International Green Construction Code® (IgCC®)....
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Modern building envelope assemblies need to deliver a wide range of benefits – from protecting against severe weather to reducing energy waste to improving occupant well-being and comfort. Each component of the envelope has an important role to play, including the insulation. This presentation introduces the key benefits and attributes of polyiso continuous insulation products used for above grade wall assemblies as well as below grade applications. Topics covered include designing building and energy code-compliant commercial envelope assemblies, solving performance challenges like thermal bridging and moisture barrier and air barrier requirements, and reducing the environmental impacts of buildings with assemblies that contain polyiso continuous insulation products....
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PIMA - Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association
Residential building envelope assemblies need to deliver a wide range of benefits – from reducing energy waste to maintaining occupant comfort to providing critical shelter during severe weather events. Each component of the envelope has an important role to play, including the insulation. This presentation introduces the key benefits and attributes of polyiso continuous insulation products used as part of residential envelope assemblies. This includes serving as the insulation layer in steep slope roofs, above grade walls, and below grade foundation assemblies. Topics include designing building and energy code-compliant residential envelope assemblies, solving performance challenges like reducing thermal-bridging and managing the threat of moisture intrusion, as well as reducing the environmental impacts of buildings with assemblies that contain polyiso continuous insulation products....
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PIMA - Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association
The facade is one of the most significant contributors to the energy consumption and comfort parameters of any building. This course explores high-performance building envelopes and the use of advanced insulated metal panel systems featuring integrated daylighting and ventilation components that combine to provide weathertightness and maximum thermal performance....
Roofing is one of the most common renovation projects on commercial buildings. Upgrading a roof assembly to meet current building standards provides an opportunity to save energy and maintain the necessary fire and structural performance. This course reviews the code requirements for commercial reroofing and discusses how reroofing can improve a building’s energy efficiency....
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PIMA - Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association
With the coming of the 2009 and 2012 International Energy Conservation Codes (IECC), insulating sheathing has played a growing role in the drive to make homes more energy efficient and comfortable for their occupants. The pressure is on for builders, home designers, and architects to find cost-effective construction methods and materials to meet these ever-growing performance standards. Educating one’s self and remaining current on building science trends, technologies and materials has proven to be a powerful measure of success in today’s residential construction markets. The following presentation “Why Use Insulating Sheathing”, aims to educate attendees on the flexibility of using foam sheathing in various Type V construction assemblies in order to meet stricter energy code minimums. Additional learning takeaways from this presentation include investigating common faults in Type V wood-framed walls from a framing, moisture, thermal bridging, and air sealing perspective; and how insulating sheathing can help correct these faults. Attendees will walk away with a thorough understanding of the advantages of using insulating sheathing in residential walls and be able to effectively communicate these advantages to their customers. Additionally, attendees will also leave with a solid understanding of the basic science behind any insulating material and how to better utilize these materials in various environments....
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This course reviews the evolution of accessible restrooms and the recent, sudden prominence of universal (or adult) changing tables. We’ll examine how new changes to both the International Building Code® and statewide legislation affect public restroom design, and the profound impact universal changing tables can have on the lives of people with disabilities and their caregivers....
Wind load can significantly impact buildings, affecting their structural integrity and safety. Perimeter roof edge systems are a primary safeguard during strong wind events. This course provides an overview of the types, features, and benefits of perimeter roof edge systems, system selection considerations, the impact of wind uplift on roofs, and the building codes and testing standards applicable to perimeter roof edge systems....
All the new energy codes are requiring or moving towards exterior insulation for exterior walls to increase energy efficiency and reduce the energy losses due to thermal bridging. This class examines how to design and build high performance wall assemblies that deliver significant increases in energy efficiency and do not lead to trapping water and moisture related failures. The class will also show practical approaches to advanced framing as well as specific installation protocols to prevent insulation installation related degradation which is 30% for typical installations. Steve Easley will use pictures from real world installations to illustrate the do’s and don’ts to building high performance wall assemblies that are affordable and cost effective. This interactive class is designed to sort through the myriad of insulation system options in order to match the best insulation system to the type of structure. This class also will show latest FMA/AAMA/WDMA 500-16 installation standards for integrating exterior insulation with weather barriers and window flashing. Additional content will provide information on water, air and vapor barrier code requirements in order to develop appropriate specifications to meet these new codes and create buildings that perform with better real-world results....
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This comprehensive presentation is designed for architects, engineers, and building specifiers, providing in-depth insights into the effective specification and use of skylights to enhance energy efficiency, natural lighting, and indoor comfort across different climate zones. The session will cover the fundamental principles of skylight design, focusing on key considerations such as light transmittance, Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC), and U-Factor, tailored to the specific requirements of Climate Zones 1-2, 3-4, and 5+. Attendees will learn how to balance daylighting with thermal performance, ensuring compliance with both the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) and ASHRAE 90.1 standards. Practical examples and case studies will illustrate the benefits of using advanced glazing technologies and proper skylight placement to achieve sustainable and comfortable indoor environments. By the end of this presentation, participants will have a thorough understanding of how to specify skylights that meet the stringent energy performance criteria, improve occupant well-being, and contribute to the overall sustainability of residential and commercial buildings....
Building codes will help protect lives for new building construction. Our complete luminous egress path marking system for new construction, and existing buildings, exceed the requirements of the International Building Code and International Fire Code. Could the tenants in your existing building benefit from adding luminous egress? Will there be a situation where the power is out, and they need to get out safely? We offer a COMPLETE one-source luminous egress package with unique design features to produce a superior result, like our Photo-Glo® “golf ball” plastic, our patented Construction Covers and Exit Door Kits....
Fortress Building Products is an innovative building products manufacturer focused on supplying and servicing the growing railing, fence, and building product industries in North America. It consists of Fortress Railing Products and Fortress Fence Products divisions as well as an associate company, OZCO Building Products. ...
Mars Air Systems is the international leader in high quality air curtains and air doors that help make buildings comfortable, sanitary, and energy efficient. Utilizing industry-leading tools and services, Mars provides architects, engineers, food service consultants, and other specifiers with the most comprehensive air curtain/air door solutions, while giving building owners the peace of mind of a reliable product and dedicated support....
Sarah Andrews of Sustainable Solutions, based in Florence, Texas, is a green building consultant offering training for construction professionals. She has more than five years of experience in green building in addition to 20 years working as an educator. While most building consultants only offer green construction training online, Sarah is one of the few who provide this type of training live and in person. Her curriculum is high–quality, and she utilizes her education degree and strong understanding of the subject matter to help you stay up–to–date with the changes that are occurring in the construction industry as green building becomes more prominent and required. By keeping up with the latest information and requirements in this rapidly changing field, she is able to update you on the current industry standards and practices. This makes it easier for you to fulfill your contractual obligations, certification, and documentation....
Build with Strength, a coalition of the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association, consists of community organizations, fire safety professionals, engineers, architects, and industry experts committed to strengthening the nation’s building codes and ensuring greater access to secure housing....
We make and deliver building materials for the residential and commercial construction industry. As a North American producer of engineered wood products, panels, and lumber, our customers can count on our products to build strong and environmentally friendly structures....
Stone Farm is the nationwide leader in reclaimed stone and brick building materials. We love finding new things...specifically unique and reclaimed building materials. We are a team of experts, treasure hunters and curators who source pieces of history for in and around your home. Whether it is a street in Europe, the Big Dig in Boston, an old school house or mill, we scour the world to find, harvest and re-purpose distinctive building materials, such as natural stone and reclaimed thin brick veneer, for your project....
Heckmann Building Products manufactures steel masonry anchors and ties for the construction industry. ...
Northern Facades Ltd, a division of the Flynn Group of Companies, is a leading fabricator of architectural metal panel, Laminam ceramic panel, and unitized glazing systems. Our expertise consists of design assistance, engineering, custom systems design, drafting, manufacturing, testing, value engineering, and project management. We work with the building envelope community to deliver designed, code-compliant fabricated systems to building owners, who can enjoy beautiful facades that last for many generations....
Sto Corp., headquartered in Atlanta Georgia, is an innovative world leader and producer of a broad range of versatile cladding and coating systems for building construction, maintenance and restoration. Sto Corp. has achieved ISO 14001:2004 (Environmental Management) as well as ISO 9001:2008 certification at all of our North American locations, which are located strategically across North America to serve our more than 200 distributorships in the U.S. and Canada....
dassoXTR In 2006, the dasso Group introduced dassoXTR exterior bamboo products to the world market at the Shanghai Expo in China, where almost two miles worth of this highly durable, outdoor-use bamboo was featured on a giant exterior project. Since then, dassoXTR has been incorporated into many notable building and remodeling projects throughout the world. In fact, dassoXTR is the only bamboo product with a proven track record for use in both commercial and residential construction and remodeling projects. EcoTimber An EcoTimber floor is more than beautiful wood or bamboo. Since 1992, EcoTimber has been the only flooring company devoted exclusively to forest protection and indoor air quality. You can trust that an EcoTimber floor, no matter which one you choose, satisfies the highest environmental and health standards. Learn more about EcoTimber . ...
In 1952, Mapes Industries was founded with a simple goal: to develop better specialty architectural products. The company started by manufacturing storefront canopies and laminated veneer panels for building entrances and remodeling. Today we’ve come a long way. In fact, all across the U.S., Canada, and the Caribbean, Mapes has become the leading manufacturer of high load aluminum canopies, aluminum walkway covers, and sun control louvers....
Fox Blocks Insulating Concrete Form Wall Systems provide an extremely energy efficient building envelope offering superior strength, sound, air quality, and well insulated walls. Fox Blocks ICF building blocks is a division of Airlite Plastics Company, The Company produces roughly 1.6 billion molded units a year....
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At Logix Brands we focus on innovation above all else. Our engineered insulation products are shaped, modified and enhanced to help builders lower the cost and increase the speed and efficiency of constructing high-performance homes and buildings that are more durable, efficient and comfortable to live in....
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