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Items Tagged with 'moisture'

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From Fragmented Design to Integrated Performance in Healthcare Facilities

Why a system-based envelope strategy is essential to building modern hospitals for resilience & long-term performance
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Rémi Goulet
May 22, 2026

As healthcare design responds to climate pressures, aging infrastructure, and increasingly complex renovation cycles, the industry must move beyond fragmented specification toward integrated, continuous envelope design.


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SPRI Announces Plans to Update NT-1 and RP-4 Standards

Those wishing to participate in the canvass process may contact SPRI at info@spri.org
May 21, 2026

SPRI announced that SPRI RP-4 2022 “Wind Design Standard for Ballasted Single-Ply Roofing Systems” and SPRI NT-1 “Detection and Location of Latent Moisture in Building Roofing Systems by Nuclear Radioisotopic Thermalization” are being revised and will be re-canvassed for approval as an American National Standard.


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5 Building Envelope Trends for 2026

Some of factors Benjamin Obdyke is seeing have an influence on the design and construction of multifamily building envelopes this year—and how to navigate changes
April 27, 2026

Some of factors Benjamin Obdyke is seeing have an influence on the design and construction of multifamily building envelopes this year—and how to navigate changes


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FGIA Recognizes Industry Leaders for Excellence During 2026 Annual Awards Ceremony

Awards were presented primarily by the previous year’s winners
March 4, 2026

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance recognized the contributions and achievements of its members and congratulated winners at the Annual Awards Ceremony and Reception at the end of the second day of the 2026 FGIA Annual Conference in Huntington Beach, California.


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TYPAR Clear Acrylic Flashing Earns Industry Accolades for Product Innovation

Since its debut, the product has rapidly gained acclaim across the architecture, building and construction communities
December 17, 2025

TYPAR is celebrating a series of industry award wins recognizing the innovation and impact of TYPAR Clear Acrylic Flashing, the industry’s first fully transparent flashing solution. 


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Cold-Climate Moisture Failures Aren’t Material Problems, They’re System Problems

The issue isn’t the enclosure’s tightness—it’s pairing a modern building shell with an outdated ventilation strategy and no operating guidance
Joseph Goley Jeremy Nihiser
December 17, 2025

Moisture failures in cold climates rarely start with the materials themselves. Foam and fiberglass can fail, but in practice the bigger issue is how the building operates as a system.


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Benjamin Obdyke Launches the AeroNet Wall & Roof Ventilation Mat

Next-generation approach to ensuring proper drainage and drying behind both roofing and cladding materials to protect the building envelope against moisture intrusion
December 5, 2025

Benjamin Obdyke is launching the next evolution of moisture control with the introduction of AeroNet.


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Assessing and Repairing Plaza Deck Waterproofing

Beneath the Surface
Amaris Beza
November 12, 2025

This article explores waterproofing challenges, strategies for assessment, pathways to appropriate repair solutions, and best practices for long-term performance.


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DuPont Expands ArmorWall System with ArmorDry Exterior Drainage Mat for Lath-Based Claddings

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.


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The Six Sides of Waterproofing

Due to the potential problems associated with moisture infiltration, it is imperative that continuous waterproofing is applied at all six sides of the building enclosure
John D'Annunzio
October 20, 2025

Due to the potential problems associated with moisture infiltration, it is imperative that continuous waterproofing is applied at all six sides of the building enclosure.


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EVENTS

Webinar BE University

1/27/26 to 1/27/27
Contact: Demi

Lessons Learned from Electronic Leak Detection Testing and Continuous Monitoring

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

On-Demand This one-hour course will cover the lessons learned from over 20 case studies regarding Electronic Leak Detection (ELD) quality control testing as part of new construction, forensic testing in existing buildings with active leaks, and continuous moisture monitoring for conventional roofing. Participants will learn about the principles outlined in the ASTM Standard Guide D7877 and ASTM Standard Practice D8231 and will be able to identify common causes for moisture intrusion.

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Addressing Condensation in Low-Slope Roof Assemblies

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.

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Strategies for High-Performance Below-Grade Waterproofing

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.

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