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Polyiso – Advantages of Polyiso in Below-Grade Applications

This course explores the below-grade use of polyisocyanurate (POLYISO) insulation to meet energy code and maximize thermal performance of the building foundation. Let us help dispel the myths that have been created relative to POLYISO insulation while discussing its thermal performance, water absorption, and load capacity – the three primary char...

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Rmax - A Division of the Sika Corporation

Enhancing Roof Design with Composite Solutions

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....

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Westlake Royal Building Products

Stormwater Management Solutions for Rooftops

Climate change has significantly altered rainfall patterns across the globe and one of the most promising solutions to improve urban and suburban resiliency is to transform rooftops into stormwater management tools. This presentation is a review of how Vegetative Roofs, where rain is stored in plants, growing media, and drainage components, and Blu...

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Sika Roofing & Waterproofing

Design for Success – Polyiso Continuous Insulation Solutions for Residential Building Envelopes

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 attribu...

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PIMA - Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association

Outthinking the Outdoors: Capitalizing on Customizable Retractable Roofs

Designers increasingly focus on creating environments that improve the health, welfare, and productivity of occupants. This includes providing the benefits of daylight, fresh air, and access to the outdoors. This course explores how retractable roofs can extend the use of outdoor spaces year-round by converting them to daylit indoor spaces seasonal...

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Cabrio Structures LLC

Green Roofs & Water Management: A Symbiotic Relationship

This course provides a comprehensive overview of green roof systems, focusing on the critical roles of drainage devices, root barriers, and water retention layers. Participants will explore the three primary types of green roofs—extensive, intensive, and semi-intensive—and gain insights into the two main installation methods: modular systems, w...

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Keene Building Products

Improving Soundscapes in Educational Spaces with PET Felt

Undesirable acoustics in educational spaces have long been considered averse to our goals to effectively teach, create, collaborate, listen, and learn. Now, in the wake of implementing pandemic protocols, our acoustic comfort in these spaces is greatly challenged. This course examines the impacts of poor soundscapes in educational facilities and in...

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Catalyst Acoustics Group

Acoustics and the Modern Human: Sound Elements as Part of Biophilic Design

Rapidly changing trends in our society, such as urbanization and a modern lifestyle, have resulted in the isolation of humans from experiences within nature. Research has shown that the psychological effects of biophilic design on noise perception have a significant influence on the well-being and health of humans. In this course, we review the sci...

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Catalyst Acoustics Group

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Making the Practical and Financial Case for Sustainable Roofing Systems

Today’s business environment presents significant challenges for commercial roofing systems. Shortages and disruptions in the supply chain, coupled with a diminishing labor force, have led to uncertainty, inflation, and scheduling difficulties for many projects. However, these challenges also open doors for innovative solutions. This course explo...

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Duro-Last

EPS Insulation for Innovative Roofing Applications

Retrofitting and replacing roof 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 ecofriendly building practices. This course gives an over...

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Alleguard

Dynamic Tour of Liquid Resin Roofing & Waterproofing Materials Manufacturing Facility

Guided Manufacturing Plant Tour of Kemper System America's West Seneca, NY Facility. Tour includes a review of plant safety criteria (5 mins); QC & R&D labs (30 mins) introduction into various equipment used for ASTM and product testing; Warehouse tour (5 mins) including discussion of building design for containing potential spills to protect surro...

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Kemper System America, Inc.

Resin-Based Coatings for Metal

There are many kinds of resin-based coatings for metal. The type of resin used plays an important role in determining a coating's durability and physical properties. This course discusses these coatings and their application techniques. It also discusses why the coatings may deteriorate and how to measure the performance of the coatings. The role t...

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Arkema Inc.

Architectural IMPs - What's Next?

The presentation reviews a brief history of architectural IMP’s, current trends with comparisons to other materials and explores developments which will lead to future aesthetic possibilities and performance enhancements....

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CENTRIA, a Nucor company

Concrete-Faced Continuous Insulation Systems

Concrete-faced insulated products are composite prefinished panels that are used to construct walls and roofing assemblies to maximize the energy efficiency, durability, and performance of a building envelope. This course discusses the design criteria used in designing energy-efficient buildings using concrete-faced continuous insulation systems fo...

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FinPan, Inc. - T. Clear Corporation

Protecting People and Property: Fortifying Building Safety with Ballistic, Blast, Storm Impact & Forced Entry Solutions

As the number and volatility of threats to facility security and safety continue to escalate, protection is becoming paramount in the scope of today’s facility design. Whether it’s high-level protection from ballistics, blast, storm impact or forced entry, this course reviews the various protection levels, testing standards, best practices and ...

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USBP - United States Bullet Proofing, Inc.

Building the Perfect Envelope with Insulated Metal Panels

Understanding building physics is critical to proper building envelope design. Examined here are practical concepts for the building designer, including how cladding systems perform across different climate zones and applications. Environmental control layers and hygrothermal loads are reviewed, as is the concept of perfect/universal wall design. T...

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CENTRIA, a Nucor company

Designing with Commercial/Industrial Insulated Metal Wall Panels

Discover the characteristics, benefits and design options for commercial and industrial buildings using insulated metal panels (IMPs). Recognize the factors affecting panel spans and the relationship of these to structural supports. Gain knowledge of IMP code compliance....

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Metl-Span, a Nucor company

Roof Top Paver Systems

Roof top paver systems have become an integral part of commercial roofing that not only improves the energy efficiency but also increases the life expectancy. Roof top pavers provide a durable surface protecting the roofing system from thermal shock, UV degradation and impact. In addition to these benefits, roof top pavers also add the ability to i...

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Oldcastle APG

Green Roof 101

Green or vegetative roof systems have become an effective means to address aesthetic and environmental issues and provide energy savings for building owners, while at the same time providing protection for a building and its contents through the use of a high-performance waterproofing system. This program describes the basics of vegetative roof sys...

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Duro-Last

Technical Inspections for Liquid Resin Roofing & Waterproofing Membranes

With the mainstream usage of the Cold Fluid Applied, Liquid Resin Roofing & Waterproofing Membranes; it is necessary to obtain the technical knowledge used to provide QC inspections. Course will provide attendees of basic "what to look for" information, some science related to the information, and corrective course of actions that may be possible....

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Kemper System America, Inc.

Wall Systems & Design: Understanding the Critical Elements of Air & Vapor Barriers

Wall system applications are becoming more and more common in the building envelope industry today. Explore the science behind wall systems and the tangible benefits of incorporating this technology into building structures. There is an emphasis on the differences between air barriers and vapor barriers and which is the best given climate and wall ...

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SOPREMA, Inc.

Elevating Design With Architectural Stone Veneer

High-quality architectural stone veneer is a lower-cost, easier to install, sustainable alternative to natural stone. Though traditionally more often used in exterior applications, stone veneer is making its way into more interior applications across a wide variety of industries. This course will review performance and aesthetic characteristics of ...

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Westlake Royal Building Products

Data Centers: Why, Where, and Addressing Noise

This course focuses on the rapidly growing data center industry and how critical it is to control noise for facility employees and residents living in neighboring areas and to follow city ordinances. The noise issues data centers pose for their workers and their external surroundings are examined, and practical solutions are reviewed....

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Catalyst Acoustics Group

PMMA/PMA Liquid-Applied Roofing & Waterproofing Membranes

Waterproofing problem solving using PMMA CFA (Cold Fluid Applied) Roofing and Waterproofing Membrane Systems....

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SOPREMA, Inc.

Designing for Room Acoustics: Principles and Myths

Most designers are aware that many room types require acoustic treatment. Some are aware of acoustic terms such as NRC. This presentation will take that knowledge to the next level. Learn about the strengths and weaknesses of room acoustics design standards with this overview of theory and design methodology. A special emphasis is placed on per...

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Catalyst Acoustics Group

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