Niklas W. Vigener

Niklas W. Vigener, P.E., LEED AP BD+C, is with Simpson, Gumpertz & Heger, a national engineering firm that designs, investigates, and rehabilitates structures and building enclosures. For more information, visit www.sgh.com.

Diving Into Fountain and Pool Waterproofing

With Extra Attention, Problems With Fountains and Pools Can Be Averted

Anthony J. Nicastro Niklas W. Vigener

September 26, 2013

While rooftop and plaza pools are spectacular on a warm summer day, they flirt with disaster from a waterproofing standpoint.

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 0.1 ICC CEU; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 IACET CEU

On Demand In modern roofing systems, vapor retarders and air barriers do more than just minimize air leakage—they’re essential to maximizing performance and longevity. This engaging course dives into the next generation of moisture control: permeable vapor retarders and air barriers. Discover how these cutting-edge technologies are transforming low-slope roofing assemblies by improving energy efficiency, managing moisture, and boosting wind uplift resistance.

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW ; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 IACET CEU

On-Demand Designing a high-performance building enclosure requires more than just surface-level protection; it demands a rigorous, performance-based mastery of below-grade water and gas mitigation. This discussion will provide an expert-level analysis of below-grade waterproofing within the comprehensive framework of the high-performance building enclosure.

Niklas W. Vigener

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Diving Into Fountain and Pool Waterproofing

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