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Articles Tagged with ''air barriers''

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GCP Applied Technologies Introduces Mobile Access to New Detail Drawings for Air Barriers

January 22, 2021
GCP Applied Technologies announced that over 200 new detail drawings have been added to GCP Applied Technologies’ Air Barrier briefcase, a mobile-optimized tool designed for quick, efficient access to construction data.
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9th Annual Air Barrier Association of America’s Building Enclosure Conference

January 13, 2021
The Air Barrier Association of America is hosting its 9th annual building enclosure conference. The only conference in the world that focuses on air barriers and building airtightness. October 20-21, 2021 at the Hyatt Regency Reston.
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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.
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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.
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PERM-A-BARRIER VPL 50RS

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.
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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
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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?”


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Nail Guides

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. 


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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. 


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Outsulation Securock ExoAir 430 Systems

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.
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