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Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF): Continuous Insulation and High Performance Envelopes

This presentation will review the basics of spray polyurethane foam chemistry, application, safety, code compliance, and building performance.  It discusses safety requirements during the foam application, how spray foam can contribute to improved indoor air quality by reducing air leakage, how spray foam creates a more comfortable environment, a...

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BASF Corporation

Vibration Isolation of Mechanical Systems: Selection, Types, and Features

Equipment vibration that becomes structure borne can break out directly below or as is often the case far from the source. This presentation will cover the different types of isolation needed under machinal systems. Selection criteria of different isolation media will be offered for chillers, boilers, cooling towers. As important a...

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Catalyst Acoustics Group

Increasing Concrete Durability and Sustainability with Crystalline Waterproofing

Although known for being a strong and versatile building material, there are a number of factors that affect the sustainability of concrete, and a variety of measures that can be taken to increase its durability and extend its service life, thus protecting the health, safety, and welfare of the users. This course discusses the environmental impact ...

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Xypex Chemical Corporation

New Technologies for Tiling Decks and Balconies

Outdoor living space has become an important residential design consideration in the last several years. Decks create welcoming spaces to relax and entertain with family and friends, and a well-built deck can add more living space and value to a home. This course discusses deck surfaces, maintenance, and costs and explores porcelain tile as an alte...

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FinPan, Inc. - T. Clear Corporation

Understanding the Benefits of Modular Metal Panel Systems

Modular metal panel (MMP) wall systems allow for an array of different exterior and interior building designs due to their wide range of panel sizes, planes, and layout configurations. This course covers the attributes of MMPs, including the available substrates, their fabrication and ease of installation, and their ability to deliver a simple, con...

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CENTRIA, a Nucor company

Sustainable Waterproofing Solutions

Concrete is a very versatile and fundamental building material; however, because it is porous and wicks water through its matrix, concrete has water-related design challenges. This program examines the sustainable benefits of integral concrete waterproofing and analyzes traditional waterproofing methods as compared to integral methods in terms of p...

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Hycrete, Inc.

Synthetic Trim Materials - Emphasis on Cellular PVC Trim Products

A discussion about cellular PVC trim products, applications, and manufacturing while looking deeper into synthetic trim materials and specific product examples....

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Westlake Royal Building Products

Revolutionizing Construction with PMMA/PUMA Technologies

This AIA course delves into the transformative power of PMMA (Polymethyl Methacrylate) and PUMA (Polyurethane Methacrylate) technologies within the construction industry. Participants will explore the unique physical properties and exceptional performance benefits these advanced materials offer, particularly in terms of speed of application and dur...

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Tremco CPG Inc.

Balcony Waterproofing - The Most Overlooked Component

This presentation will focus on the overview of above-grade waterproofing, specifically covering balcony waterproofing systems, and the most overlooked component when assembling such systems. The course will also highlight the forces that create the need for waterproofing assemblies, and how those forces shape how we waterproof balconies....

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Keene Building Products

Innovation in the Built-Environment Through Off-Site Construction and Prefabrication

Off-site construction practices for commercial projects are growing in popularity because of their ability to combat persistent industry challenges such as weather delays, skilled labor shortages, material availability issues, and price increases. While the benefits to off-site construction are undeniable, the upfront efforts required from the proj...

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Tremco CPG Inc.

Current Trends in Design: Curbless Shower Systems

Bathrooms can be dangerous for people with and without physical limitations. The prevalence of bathroom falls amongst persons of all age groups....

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FinPan, Inc. - T. Clear Corporation

Prioritizing Safety with Access: Designing for Safe Access & Specifying Daylight Solutions with Skylights

This course title emphasizes the focus on prioritizing safety in horizontal access design, specifically for roof hatches and floor doors. It highlights the importance of creating secure access solutions while also incorporating daylight solutions through skylights. Attendees can expect to learn about best practices, safety considerations, and desig...

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Surespan Limited

Thermoplastic Roofing: Materials & Systems

Roofing technologies have come a long way from labor-intensive BUR systems that achieved watertightness through redundancy. Today’s single-ply membranes are thin, light and reliable, and installation is safe and efficient. This course focuses on thermoplastic single-plies, particularly those that are PVC based, and explores their benefits and lim...

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Duro-Last

Structural Steel: Sustainability & Fireproofing

With the ever-increasing focus on the sustainable built environment, building owners, architects, engineers, and contractors are incorporating structural steel into their designs. Presented here is a comprehensive view of the cradle-to-cradle structural steel supply chain from a sustainability perspective. Also discussed are steel production and de...

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Fire Trol

Elevating Roof Deck Design with Walkable, Waterproof Vinyl Membranes

Vinyl membrane decking can prolong the life cycle of various building components; however, performance and durability depend on vinyl membrane selection, specification, and installation. Fortunately, vinyl membrane manufacturers can support architects, contractors, and specifiers through all phases of the project to ensure a successful outcome. Thi...

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Duradek/Durarail

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Understanding Poly-Ash Siding and Other Categories of the Exterior Siding Market

An examination of the new Poly-Ash category of exterior siding as it relates to other types of siding, specifically around the areas of installation, maintenance, and sustainability....

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Westlake Royal Building Products

Acoustics & The Modern Human: Sound Elements as Part of a Biophilic Design

Rapidly changing trends in our society, such as urbanization and modern lifestyle, have resulted in isolation of humans from our experiences within nature. Early research has shown that psychological effects of biophilic design on noise perception have a significant influence in the well-being and health such as focus, information retention, produc...

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Catalyst Acoustics Group

Designing Visually Dynamic Facades with Coil and Extrusion Coatings

This course explores how the use of color and coil and extrusion coated metal building products can help you make a big visual impact on your next facade design....

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Sherwin-Williams Coil Coatings

The State of Climate Action in The Building Sector: How Architects Can Make a Difference

As a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions, the building sector has an immense opportunity to play a role in the efforts to mitigate climate change. This course will give an overview of the global move toward a more sustainable future. We will explore the latest state of knowledge on climate change, the targets, goals, and regu...

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Owens Corning

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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Insulated Translucent Panels & Sustainable Daylighting Design

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 resis...

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Kalwall Corporation

How to Achieve Superior Building Envelope Performance in Rainscreen Wall Design

The building envelope must withstand the effects of long-term exposure to the elements. This course explores rainscreen wall design and the control of hygrothermal loads. The traditional multicomponent backup wall assembly is compared with the single-component, insulated metal composite backup wall system, outlining key differences in design and co...

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CENTRIA, a Nucor company

12 Ways to Recover an Existing Sloped Roof Using a Standing Seam Roof System

Metal roofing is often preferred for retrofitting a low-slope roof due to its durability, ease of installation, energy efficiency, and water channeling capabilities. This course examines why metal roofs fail, the types of structural standing seam panels, and the pros and cons of different methods for recovering an existing low-slope roof....

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McElroy Metal, Inc.

Perimeter Insulation: When Structure Conflicts with Thermal Performance

When structural stability and thermal continuity collide, structure has historically taken precedence necessitating tradeoffs such as increased insulation in other areas or acceptance of energy loss and potential moisture damage. The foundation transition from below grade to masonry ledge to masonry veneer wall is one such challenge. What if there ...

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Owens Corning

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