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ABAA Announces New Certified Air Barrier Specialist Program

December 21, 2020

The Air Barrier Association of America announced the launch of the industry’s first Certified Air Barrier Specialist Program; CABS.

Air Barrier Membranes

PERM-A-BARRIER VPL 50RS and PERM-A-BARRIER VPS 30

September 9, 2020

GCP Applied Technologies added two new products to its air barrier portfolio: PERM-A-BARRIER VPL 50RS and PERM-A-BARRIER VPS 30 membranes.

Fluid Applied, Vapor Permeable Air and Water Barrier

PERM-A-BARRIER VPL 50RS Membrane

July 31, 2020

GCP Applied Technologies PERM-A-BARRIER VPL 50RS Membrane is a ﬂuid applied, one component, STPE vapor permeable air and water barrier.

CEU: Roofs for Cold Storage Buildings

Building science and construction come together in cold storage buildings

James R. Kirby AIA

July 29, 2020

The unique idea of an “always cold” interior pushes the discussion about vapor drive and air intrusion of the enclosure of a cold storage building to a higher level

Rainscreens: Products Builders Should Use

Rainscreen Is The Barrier Product Builders Should Be Selecting On Many Projects. Why Aren’t More Contractors Using Them?

June 2, 2020

During the summer months, we usually put a layer of sunscreen on to protect our skin from damage and burns, which can contribute to skin cancer. But why do we call it “sunscreen?”

Using Building Wraps as an Air Barrier

Understanding How Air Barrier Materials and Systems Are Evaluated Helps Design Professionals Find The Solution For Their Project.

June 1, 2020

It is important to establish a continuous air barrier for several reasons.

Research Before Bidding on WRB/AB Projects

Five Topics To Research Before One Bids On That WRB/AB Project

Derek Moulton

May 15, 2020

As a field technician, I spend a large percentage of my time working with contractors. This involves attending preconstruction meetings, site visits and providing installation training on mock-ups.

Air/Water Barrier for the Building Enclosure

The Outsulation Securock ExoAir 430 Systems

April 14, 2020

Tremco Construction Products Group launched the first collaborative system that combines two industry-leading products. The Dryvit Outsulation Plus MD, MD, PE, HDCI, and X systems with the USG-Tremco Securock ExoAir430 System have formed the ultimate air/water barrier for the building enclosure, covered with a 20-year warranty: the Outsulation Securock ExoAir 430 Systems.

Making Transitions to Fenestration

Air and Water Control Layers are Fundamental to Building Enclosure Performance

Julie Szabo

Jason Sanchez

March 23, 2020

Within many commonly used exterior opaque wall assemblies, the air and water control layers are provided by a single material with a combined function, indicated as an air and water barrier

ABAA 2020 Conference Postponed

March 16, 2020

Due to health concerns related to the spread of COVID-19, ABAA’s board of directors has decided to postpone the Annual ABAA Building Enclosure Conference scheduled for April 7th – 9th in Reston, Va.