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An Art School's Canvas on the Boston Skyline

The latest in thermal and moisture protection for walls and roofs, including a smarter air barrier for the high-performance requirements of the passive-house standard.
Rita Catinella Orrell
March 16, 2013
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Over 5,500 composite-metal panels in five custom colors, widths, and depths, combined with energy-efficient windows, make up the facade of MassArt's new residence hall.


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Moisture Control

Linda-Lentz
Linda C. Lentz
August 19, 2008
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From rain-screen technology and whole house dehumidification to enhanced sheathing and roof underlayment, this month’s selection homes in on excessive moisture and humidity—whether it’s pounding the exterior of a structure or coming from within the building itself.


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Moisture Control

Linda-Lentz
Linda C. Lentz
August 19, 2008
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From rain-screen technology and whole house dehumidification to enhanced sheathing and roof underlayment, this month’s selection homes in on excessive moisture and humidity—whether it’s pounding the exterior of a structure or coming from within the building itself.


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EVENTS

Webinar

11/9/23 to 11/30/24
Contact: Tiffany

Rainscreen Systems Made Easy

NOW ON DEMAND

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 ICC CEU; 0.1 IACET CEU

This course presents the History of Rainscreen design and explains why rainscreens are an important topic for the building envelope and enclosures.

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Webinar

11/9/23 to 11/30/24
Contact: Tiffany

Understanding Permeability in Products & Systems

NOW ON DEMAND

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 AIBD P-CE;  0.1 ICC CEU; 0.1 IACET CEU

This course will review an in-depth breakdown of permeability standards for both products and systems.

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Webinar

11/15/23 to 11/30/24

Built to Protect: Durable Wall Protection for Durable Buildings

NOW ON DEMAND

Credits: 1 AIA LU/Elective; 1 AIBD P-CE;  0.1 ICC CEU; 0.1 IACET CEU

This course covers when and how to properly install wall protection materials while maintaining an aesthetically pleasing appearance.

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Webinar

4/10/24 to 4/30/25
Contact: Tiffany

Designing Effective Commercial Leak Defense Systems

NOW ON DEMAND

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 ICC CEU; 0.1 IACET CEU

This course will outline the four tiers of water leak protection systems for commercial systems.

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Webinar

4/10/24 to 4/30/25
Contact: Tiffany

How Instant-Setting Cold Fluid Applied Waterproofing Systems Solve Problems

NOW ON DEMAND

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 ICC CEU; 0.1 IACET CEU

This course will teach about Cold Fluid Applied Waterproofing systems, which use an instant setting membrane. 

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Webinar

6/18/24 to 6/30/25
Contact: Tiffany

How to Select the Best Blindside Waterproofing System for Your Project

NOW ON DEMAND

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 ICC CEU; 0.1 IACET CEU

This 1-hour seminar addresses the history and available technology of blindside waterproofing to prevent moisture transmission in new commercial construction.

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Webinar

9/26/24 to 9/30/25
Contact: Tiffany

Solving Problems Using Instant-Setting Cold Fluid Applied Waterproofing Systems

NOW ON DEMAND

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 ICC CEU; 0.1 IACET CEU

This course will teach about Cold Fluid Applied Waterproofing systems, which use an instant setting membrane.

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