Rainscreens are an integral part of modern building envelopes. These marvels of engineering science improve performance by reducing moisture and enhancing durability and energy efficiency. But not all rainscreens are created equal.
Drained or pressure-equalized? The difference goes beyond terminology. Discover how each rainscreen approach manages water, impacts performance, and influences smarter façade design decisions.
Morin, a leading manufacturer of architectural metal wall systems, announced the launch of Matrix MX‑0, the newest addition to its Matrix Series™ of concealed fastener rainscreen wall panels.
Now featuring a Level E impact-rated wall assembly designed to meet the highest performance demands for critical building applications exposed to extreme weather and multi-hazard conditions
April 29, 2026
Sto Corp. announced enhancements to its High Velocity Hurricane Zone Systems, now featuring a Level E impact-rated wall assembly designed to meet the highest performance demands for critical building applications exposed to extreme weather and multi-hazard conditions.
This addition truly rounds out the company's wall weatherization lineup, allowing customers to use systems-based approaches throughout the building envelope for projects across every climate, cladding type, and budget
April 22, 2026
Benjamin Obdyke now offers BenWrap SA, a self-adhered version of its traditional flat wrap, BenWrap (previously known as FlatWrap HP).
This article explores the significant design, engineering, and long-term performance benefits of an integrated rainscreen system compared to a non-integrated component assembly.
Submission Deadline: Friday, May 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM
April 15, 2026
The Rainscreen Association in North America (RAiNA) announced the official Call for Abstracts for our upcoming 2026 Conference, taking place on Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
Advanced Self-Expanding Mineral Wool Technology Prevents Flame Spread in Ventilated Exterior Wall Cavities in Rainscreen Applications
March 24, 2026
Tenmat announced the completion of another successful NFPA285 test incorporating Tenmat’s FF102/50 Intumescent Fireblocking and Hoover Architectural Solutions, LLC’s Reynobond 4mm FR Aluminum Composite Material.
The expanded offering now includes three curated color collections and 17 total color options, giving architects and designers greater flexibility when creating distinctive façade designs
March 17, 2026
Sto Corp. announced the expansion of its StoVentec Fiber Cement Rainscreen System color palette with the addition of the Mezzo collection.
The days of designing the look of a building and "figuring out the details later" are over. The demands of energy efficiency and fire safety require a holistic, integrated approach.
On-Demand This course discusses the history and characteristics of high-density cement fiber cladding. It then illustrates how a fully engineered, multi-layered system integrates an air and water-resistive barrier, a robust sub-construction made from aluminum or steel brackets and profiles, mineral wool thermal insulation board, and durable high-density fiber cement. Images illustrate how the fiber cement panels can be custom-fabricated into various shapes, offering design versatility.
On-Demand The session will also examine various roof and wall assemblies, supported by lab tests and real-world data. Finally, we'll cover essential quality assurance protocols, including building enclosure commissioning and whole building airtightness testing, to ensure your designs perform as intended.