Building Envelope

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Installing high-performance sheathing as part of a wood-framed roofing system can be an important factor in building resiliency and long-term water protection, especially in high-wind prone climate zones.

Learning Units: 1.0 AIA LU/HSW

High-Performing, Resilient, Wood-Framed Roofs

Designing for storm resistance to meet code requirements and reduce insurance costs
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ZIP System R-Sheathing for Multi-Family

Structure, insulation and weather protection — all in one panel.
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Introduction to ZIP System® R-sheathing insulated sheathing

Whether building to new energy codes or advanced thermal envelope design, ZIP System® R-sheathing and tape is a streamlined way to incorporate exterior continuous insulation.
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Owens Corning® Enclosure Solutions Overview Video

“Owens Corning® Enclosure Solutions deliver a range of options for commercial walls, roofs and below-grade foundations, all with flexible components you can select to fit the needs of your project. Watch our video to learn more.”
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Fabcon Capabilities & Finishes

Fabcon Precast practically invented structural precast wall panels back in 1971. Since then we've reinvented them at least twice.
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Learning Units: 1.0 AIA LU/HSW

Security Begins When You Close the Door

Selecting door and window systems for any building project demands a complete articulation of safety and security concerns.
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Learning Units: 1.0 AIA LU/HSW

The Evolution of Continuous Insulation

In just under 20 years continuous insulation (CI) has evolved from almost “never used, non-existent”, to a “green-building, high efficiency option”, to today where it is “standard methods and materials” practice in nearly every climatic region.  For...
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Learning Units: 1.0 AIA LU/HSW

Controlling Moisture in Masonry

Battling Potential Damage from Moisture with Masonry Options
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Learning Units: 1.0 AIA LU/HSW

Meeting Energy Code with Modern Masonry Solutions

Taking on Current Energy Codes with Modern Masonry Solutions
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Modern Masonry, Issue 1 Designing with Veneers

Create Visual Interest and Improve Performance with Masonry Veneers
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Modern Masonry, Issue 2 Moisture Management & Healthier Environments

Combat Moisture and Create Healthier Buildings with Masonry Solutions
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Decorative yet Functional Floor Coating Technologies

The Energy Innovation Center’s approximately 80-year-old concrete floor had significant divots and was badly spalled and cracked.
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With the advent of LEED v4, architects have much to consider in choosing building materials.

Learning Units: 1.0 AIA LU/HSW

Achieving LEED v.4 Sustainable Design with Masonry

How Masonry Can Help Meet New LEED v.4 Requirements for Sustainable Design
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The Museum at PrairieFire

Stone & Fire: How Echelon Masonry Helped Bring an Iconic Prairie Museum to Life
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3:43

MCC Performing Arts Center

Mesa Community College Performing Arts Center Fine Tunes Old Theater into an Experience in Sound and Beauty
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5:39

The InsulTech Story

Award-Winning InsulTech Wall System Solves Multiple Issues for Schools, Hospitals and Beyond
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Levi's Stadium: Home of the San Francisco 49ers Uses Amerimix

How Water-Repellent Amerimix Mortars Score Big for 49ers Levi Stadium
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Learning Units: 1.0 AIA LU/HSW

High Performance Coatings for Industrial and Decorative Floors

This course will cover new technologies in high performance industrial and decorative floor coatings. Attendees will learn about the different technologies and the benefits and drawbacks of each coating type.
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Learning Units: 1.0 AIA LU/HSW

New Architectural Coatings Technology Targeted At High Scrub, High Stain Environments

This course will cover new technologies in high durability architectural coatings for interior spaces such as walls, doors, and trim in commercial and institutional venues such as healthcare, higher education, hospitality, and governmental buildin
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Going Above, Seeing Beyond

71Above is the new premier restaurant in downtown Los Angeles on the 71st floor of the iconic U.S. Bank Tower.
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