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BE University

Building Enclosure University

Building Enclosure University and Continuing Education courses are an easy and convenient way for architects, designers, engineers and building managers who specify in wall assemblies, roofing system materials, and high energy-efficient building system methods and products, to stay on top of the latest industry information. Courses are offered almost every month, allowing you to earn continuing education credits from the convenience of your own office.

Hear from experts in the field and participate in a live Q&A session with attendee-submitted questions. Each event is also archived for one year, so if you miss an educational session live, you can play back the scheduled broadcast anytime you like!

 

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    October 3, 2023 02:00 pm EDTLining It Up: Conveying Design Intent with Tapered Insulation

    Tapered Insulation Systems add positive drainage to manage water flow, prevent water infiltration, as well as insulate buildings at the roof level. How does the design intent, mapped by design professionals not specialized in roofing, translate to t…

    Tapered Insulation Systems add positive drainage to manage water flow, prevent water infiltration, as well as insulate buildings at the roof level. How does the design intent, mapped by design professionals not specialized in roofing, translate to tapered installations on low-slope roofs? This webinar will cover just that. You will also learn about what key details need to be included for a high-performing, well-draining roof assembly and how the updated IECC will affect tapered insulation design.

    Learning objectives:

    1. Evaluate the roof plan layout and understand how it is read by roofing contractors and other trades.
    2. Cover how tapered polyisocyanurate insulation panels function in regard to typical design intent.
    3. Convey accurate intent in your design including what key details are needed for the roof assembly.
    4. Assess how the updated 2021 IECC will affect the future of tapered polyiso insulation systems.

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    October 19, 2023 02:00 pm EDTCracking Why Buildings Move
    Building movement will happen whether or not we want it to. If we do not account for where movement will occur during design and construction, the building will find its own way to move. This course will cover why building movement joints are needed…
    Building movement will happen whether or not we want it to. If we do not account for where movement will occur during design and construction, the building will find its own way to move. This course will cover why building movement joints are needed, the differences between various types of joints, how expansion joints should provide continuity of the air and water control layers, as well as samples of what failures can occur. We will also review a case study showing failures which can happen when expansion joints are not designed and installed.


    Learning Objectives:

    1. Review best practices for the location of expansion joints on building enclosures.
    2. Identify the difference between expansion, control, and isolation joints.
    3. Investigate building failures caused by poor expansion joint design and lack thereof, and premature failure due to improper installation.
    4. Cover the causes of sealant failure, the importance of proper joint design and how it can dictate performance.

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    October 25, 2023 02:00 pm EDTSelecting the Best Blindside Waterproofing System for Your Project

    This seminar addresses the history and available technology of blindside waterproofing to prevent moisture transmission in new commercial construction. Attendees will be able to determine what type of blindside waterproofing system to use on various…

    This seminar addresses the history and available technology of blindside waterproofing to prevent moisture transmission in new commercial construction. Attendees will be able to determine what type of blindside waterproofing system to use on various projects, gain tips for writing effective waterproofing and related specifications, and understand the relationship between design, material selection, and installation to avoid pitfalls and using the wrong material. Attendees will learn best practices for creating an effective blindside waterproofing installation to avoid building leaks that can lead to indoor air quality contamination, mold, and early building decay or even structural failure.

    Learning objectives:

    1. Provide general information for blindside waterproofing.
    2. Cover unique challenges for blindside waterproofing applications.
    3. Explore common blindside product types and technologies.
    4. Discuss tips for stronger specifications with an emphasis on quality assurance.

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    November 1, 2023 02:00 pm EDTNext Level Cladding with Resin Cast Shapes

    Designers, owners, and occupants all value the appeal of natural brick and wood for exterior cladding and interior surfaces. But these natural materials come with drawbacks. Wood can split, warp, cup, mold, and attract insects. Brick is heavy and su…

    Designers, owners, and occupants all value the appeal of natural brick and wood for exterior cladding and interior surfaces. But these natural materials come with drawbacks. Wood can split, warp, cup, mold, and attract insects. Brick is heavy and susceptible to efflorescence. Quality control is not assured. The fresh alternative is resin cast shapes that mimic wood and brick, delivering the benefits of biophilia and a sense of connection with the natural world, but without the problems. This course examines the wood and brick aesthetic of resin cast shapes and demonstrates their sustainability and performance qualities. They are durable, lightweight, easy to install, and contribute to a continuous building envelope. Case studies of noteworthy projects illustrate the superior form and function of this next-level cladding alternative.

    Learning Objectives:

    1. Describe resin cast shapes and their uses for sustainable architectural cladding.
    2. Define the benefits and performance characteristics of resin cast shapes.
    3. Explain how resin cast shapes' lower embodied carbon footprint significantly contributes to sustainable building design and occupant safety.
    4. Describe the lower operational carbon footprint of resin cast shapes, especially regarding energy efficiency and the continuity of the building envelope.
    5. Identify the design and aesthetic versatility of resin cast shapes.

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    November 9, 2023 02:00 pm ESTLove at First Insight: 5 Ways AI and BI Boost Client Acquisition

    For many architects and engineers, finding the right clients and winning the project is often a lot like dating. A successful acquisition process involves strong marketing and lead generation strategies, followed by crafting compelling proposals, ne…

    For many architects and engineers, finding the right clients and winning the project is often a lot like dating. A successful acquisition process involves strong marketing and lead generation strategies, followed by crafting compelling proposals, negotiations, and project execution—much like building a new love connection.

    AE firms often face challenges in strategically aligning project acquisition with their core objectives and culture. Founder of The Well-Designed Firm, Steve Burns, FAIA, will reveal how to use emerging technologies and business management tools, including AI platforms like Chat GPT, Bard, and Midjourney, to manage your firm effectively and tailor your sales and marketing endeavors. Think of it as "swiping right" on the projects that are the perfect fit for your firm!

    This session will also focus on identifying the right clients, winning them over, and positioning your firm uniquely in the market. Prepare to be inspired by one of the most accomplished and forward-thinking experts in the AE industry!  

    Learning Objectives: 

    1. Align project pursuit with strategic objectives and firm culture, enhancing efficiency and profitability.
    2. Leverage business intelligence and artificial intelligence in the AE industry, specifically focusing on platforms like Chat GPT, Bard and Midjourney.
    3. List effective strategies for tailoring sales and marketing efforts to the firm's strengths, improving proposal preparation, and influencing client decisions.
    4. Identify and win the right clients for your firm.
    5. Differentiate your services in a competitive market.

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    November 16, 2023 02:00 pm ESTCodes, Standards, and Compliance… Oh My

    A review of the general requirements of the IBC for roofing (Chapter 15) and how SPRI resources can assist with a path to compliance. This review would include a discussion on SPRI’s sponsored Directory of Roof Assemblies (DORA), the library of ANSI…

    A review of the general requirements of the IBC for roofing (Chapter 15) and how SPRI resources can assist with a path to compliance. This review would include a discussion on SPRI’s sponsored Directory of Roof Assemblies (DORA), the library of ANSI standards, starting with the ones referenced in the IBC, and how the others can be useful tools toward roof design. Other resources that supplement or clarify common roof concerns related to single-ply roofing systems will also be addressed.

    Learning Objectives

    1. Recognize the key requirements of Chapter 15 for single-ply roofing systems.
    2. Identify how to locate and understand the available ANSI/SPRI standards, particularly those referenced in the code.
    3. Cover how SPRI’s standards and resources that aren’t directly referenced in the code can be useful with single-ply roof design.
    4. Explore recent trends in code development to know where the new requirements are likely to be developed and how SPRI can help with those developments.
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    September 26, 2023 02:00 pm EDTPre-Applied/Blindside Waterproofing Best Practices
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    August 29, 2023 02:00 pm EDTThe 60-Minute MBA for Architects
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    August 22, 2023 02:00 pm EDTSolar Roofing: Protect and Power Buildings in One Project
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    August 8, 2023 02:00 pm EDTDesigning Walls for Control of Air, Water, Thermal, and Vapor
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    July 25, 2023 02:00 pm EDTUnderstanding ES-1 Testing and Code Requirements
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    July 11, 2023 02:00 pm EDTManeuvering Through the Building Codes with Cold-Formed Steel Framing
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    June 22, 2023 02:00 pm EDTSuccessful Mass Timber Moisture Management
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    June 13, 2023 02:00 pm EDTRoofing Cents: Energy-Efficient Roofing Solutions for Education Facilities
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    June 8, 2023 02:00 pm EDTAdvanced Design Against Adverse Conditions in a Commercial Roofing System
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    April 25, 2023 02:00 pm EDTBest Practices for Single-Ply Roofs
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    April 20, 2023 02:00 pm EDTMetal Roofs and Walls from Aluminum to Zinc
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    April 6, 2023 02:00 pm EDTUpdates in Whole Building Airtightness Testing: Verification of Building Enclosure Performance
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    March 28, 2023 02:00 pm EDTHitting a Wall: Avoiding Chaos with Building Enclosure Details
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    February 28, 2023 02:00 pm ESTElectronic Leak Detection Testing, Standards, Science, and Practical Application
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    February 23, 2023 02:00 pm ESTApplications and Requirements for Roofing Adhesives in Membrane and Insulation Attachments
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    January 26, 2023 02:00 pm ESTRoofing Risks: How to Avoid Costly Mistakes
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    December 14, 2022 02:00 pm ESTEmerging Trends in High-Performance Building Enclosures
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    December 13, 2022 02:00 pm ESTMoisture Movement in Building Enclosures: Why the Enclosure Leaks Water When it’s Not Raining
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    December 6, 2022 02:00 pm ESTThe Cascading Consequences of Non-Compliance in WRBs
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    December 1, 2022 02:00 pm ESTLightning Protection Systems: Understanding the Process for a Successful Project
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    November 17, 2022 02:00 pm ESTHow Do Roofs Defend Against Hail Damage?: Designing for the Impacts of Very Severe Hail on Low-Slope Roof Assemblies
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    November 10, 2022 02:00 pm ESTPolyiso Continuous Insulation: The Next Generation Air & Moisture Barrier
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    October 27, 2022 02:00 pm EDTHow to Determine When Roof Restoration is an Option
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    October 20, 2022 02:00 pm EDTSustainability and the Contributions of Commercial Roofing
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    October 5, 2022 02:00 pm EDTNew Standards and Tools to Update Your Air Barrier Specifications
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    September 20, 2022 11:00 am EDTGo with the Flow: Tapered Insulation Fundamentals
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    August 10, 2022 02:00 pm EDTRoofing Technology & Material Science
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    July 28, 2022 02:00 pm EDTWall Systems and Design: Understanding the Critical Elements of Air & Vapor Barriers
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    July 13, 2022 02:00 pm EDTCold-Formed Steel in Mid-Rise Construction
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    June 29, 2022 02:00 pm EDTBuilding Envelope Auditing—Let’s Get Started
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    June 1, 2022 02:00 pm EDTCommercial Roofing as a Sustainability Benefit Multiplier
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    May 17, 2022 02:00 pm EDTA Contemporary Approach to Successful Wall Assemblies
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    April 26, 2022 02:00 pm EDTProper Application of Roof Coatings and LAM
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    April 20, 2022 02:00 pm EDTCalm After the Storm: Designs and Coatings for Post Pandemic Spaces
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    April 12, 2022 02:00 pm EDTHow to Properly Specify an Air Barrier
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    March 24, 2022 02:00 pm EDTFluid-Applied Air Barriers: Taking You Behind the Façades
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    March 16, 2022 02:00 pm EDTCold-Formed Steel Panel Systems
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    February 23, 2022 02:00 pm ESTElectronic Leak Detection Testing, Standards, Science, and Practical Applications
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    February 17, 2022 02:00 pm ESTHigh-Performance Cold Storage Roof Design
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    February 9, 2022 02:00 pm ESTRecurring Field Installation Issues with Air Barriers
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    January 18, 2022 02:00 pm ESTHow New Barrier Technology Addresses Multifamily and Light Commercial Projects
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    December 16, 2021 02:00 pm ESTSTUCCO: Rainscreen, Codes and Standards
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    December 8, 2021 02:00 pm ESTGreen Certifications for Multifamily Construction
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    November 30, 2021 02:00 pm ESTPolyiso: The Next Generation Air & Water Resistive Barrier
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    November 17, 2021 02:00 pm ESTRetrofitting for Energy Savings and Health Concerns in Today’s Climate
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    November 11, 2021 02:00 pm ESTWhy Critical Facilities Depend on Resilient Roofs for Operational Security
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    November 3, 2021 02:00 pm EDTFailure is Not an Option: Air Barrier Continuity Strategies for Storefront and Curtain Wall Systems
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    October 20, 2021 02:00 pm EDTFirestopping, Soundproofing & Structural Movement
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    October 7, 2021 11:00 am EDTAdhesives in Single-Ply Roofing Systems
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    October 5, 2021 02:00 pm EDTDemystifying the Bizarre Behaviors of Acoustical Consultants
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    September 23, 2021 02:00 pm EDTDesigning for Success and Stability in Inclement Weather Areas
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    September 14, 2021 02:00 pm EDTThe Predictability of Moisture Control & Building Air Tightness
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    September 9, 2021 02:00 pm EDTThe Benefits of Mineral Wool as a Continuous Insulation Solution
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    August 31, 2021 02:00 pm EDTGreen Roofs: Integrating Blue & Gray
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    August 18, 2021 02:00 pm EDTNavigating the Real, Imperfect Air Barrier Details
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    August 10, 2021 02:00 pm EDTAddressing Discontinuities of the Rainscreen
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    July 27, 2021 02:00 pm EDTDefense Against Mold: Antimicrobial Coatings
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    July 20, 2021 02:00 pm EDTTricky Transitions in Commercial Roofing
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    July 7, 2021 02:00 pm EDTSustainable Solutions with Steel Framing
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    June 30, 2021 02:00 pm EDTFundamentals of the Structural Deck
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    June 24, 2021 02:00 pm EDTBenefits of Opaque Glass and Back Ventilated Complete Rainscreen Systems
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    June 3, 2021 02:00 pm EDTExtending the Life of the Roofing Assembly
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    May 26, 2021 02:00 pm EDTThe Impact of Permeance on Condensation in Exterior Wall Assemblies
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    May 20, 2021 02:00 pm EDTWhy a Liquid-Applied Membrane May Be Your Next Roof
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    May 12, 2021 02:00 pm EDTAchieving a High-Performance Air Barrier System
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    April 15, 2021 02:00 pm EDTRoof Design for Fire Safety and Sound Isolation
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    April 6, 2021 02:00 pm EDTBuilding Sustainably with Metal Roofs and Walls
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    March 25, 2021 02:00 pm EDTPanelization of CFS Assemblies
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    March 16, 2021 02:00 pm EDTNew Tools, Research and Site Quality in the Air Barrier Industry
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    February 23, 2021 02:00 pm ESTHow to Avoid the Four Most Common Mistakes in Leak Detection
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    February 17, 2021 02:00 pm ESTTurning up the Heat on Cold Storage Roof Design
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    February 4, 2021 02:00 pm ESTFire Concerns and Code Complexities in Waterproof Deck Coatings
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    January 27, 2021 02:00 pm ESTIntegral Sheathing Solutions for Multi-Family Projects
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    December 17, 2020 02:00 pm ESTThe Benefits of Mineral Wool as a Continuous Insulation Solution
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    December 10, 2020 02:00 pm ESTPrefabricated EIFS-Clad Panel Assemblies
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    December 8, 2020 02:00 pm ESTThe Elusive Sub-Contractor Responsible for Transitions
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    December 3, 2020 02:00 pm ESTThree Coat Stucco—Specify it Right & Make it Work
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    November 24, 2020 02:00 pm ESTHow to Select and Specify the Right Insulated Metal Panel for Your Project
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    July 28, 2020 02:00 pm EDTSingle-Ply Roof Systems: Not All Things Are Created Equal
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    July 21, 2020 02:00 pm EDTDon't Let an Outdated Cold-Formed Steel Specification Kill a Good Project
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    July 14, 2020 02:00 pm EDTPerformance Analysis of Aged TPO Membranes
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