New drainage solution for commercial exterior claddings advances building envelope performance with improved moisture management
November 6, 2025
DuPont Performance Building Solutions announced the release of the DuPont ArmorDry Exterior Drainage Mat, a new product for use behind lath-based commercial exterior claddings.
Among the new options are exterior claddings, like metal panels and fiber cement; additional WRB and sheathing options; and more
May 13, 2025
The results are in – and EnergyShield XR is now approved for even more NFPA 285 assemblies and additional cladding options to support safe, more versatile building designs.
Keith Nelson, Commercial Application Leader & Fire Performance Subject Matter Expert at DuPont, and Daniel Martin, Lead Fire Protection Engineer at Jensen Hughes, joined us to chat about their webinar “Pitfalls and Challenges of NFPA 285 Engineering Analysis.”
The rise of combustible insulation materials prompted the development of NFPA 285 in the late 1900s to specifically address concerns about wall assemblies containing combustible components.
ECOMAXci® FR Air Barrier allows for optimum efficiency through multiple design options, ease of construction, a better building envelope and reduced energy usage.
The Metal Construction Association (MCA) announced that the MCM Alliance will present a live webinar on April 11, 2024, at 2pm EST. “Designing with MCM: What the Industry Has in Store” will offer participants important information about Metal Composite Material.
The residences feature modern, premium finishes, while the building itself encompasses a rooftop deck offering endless views of Lake Michigan's shoreline and Chicago's iconic skyline.