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Codes

An easy guide to roofing and waterproofing codes and their interpretations.

Columns

Hear from editors and industry leaders on the topics that matter the most regarding architecture practices, building codes and details for the building envelope.

Details

A description and break down of the most recent additions and changes in roofing and waterproofing codes.

Breaking News

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The latest news on architecture practices, building codes and details for the building envelope.

Building Envelope

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Building exterior including roofing and waterproofing systems as well as wall systems, cladding, windows, and foundations.

Exterior Claddings

EIFS, stucco, and other finishing systems.

Green Roofs

Highlights news, products, case studies and project profiles specific to green roofing.

Insulation

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Materials whose primary purposes is to provide thermal resistance, such as polyisocyanurate, expanded polystyrene (EPS), extruded polystyrene (XPS), cellular glass, mineral fiber and gypsum board.

Low-Slope Roofs

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Commercial, industrial and residential systems including single-ply membranes, built-up roofs, modified bitumen, spray polyurethane foam, vegetative systems and roof coatings.

Metal Roofing Materials

Architectural metal panel roof systems, structural metal panel roof assemblies, and cladding, as well as related components such as flashing, trim, gutters, downspouts and scuppers.

Pitched Roofs

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Residential and commercial roofing systems including asphalt shingles, synthetic shingles, metal systems, slate, wood shake, and clay and concrete tile and related components.

Products

Compilation of new and notable products, materials and innovations available to the architectural roofing and waterproofing industry.

Project Profiles

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Case studies focusing on specific waterproofing and roofing applications for architectural-specific projects.

Trade Shows

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Keep up with trade show information in the building and architectural industries.

Sustainability

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Systems that minimize the burden on the environment conserve energy and extend the life span of the structure.

Wall Systems

Projects with exemplary building enclosure systems, including ICFs, insulated metal panels, and other methods.

Waterproofing

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Materials applied to building surfaces to prevent the infiltration of water, including liquid-applied, membrane, and bentonite clay systems.

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Strategies for High-Performance Below-Grade Waterproofing

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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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Roof Design Considerations That Prevent Installation Failures and Change Orders

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On-Demand This course provides visual examples of actual field conditions. Some good, some not so good; along with design suggestions that can cut installation costs and reduce construction change orders. Upon completion of this course, you will have a better understanding of the requirements the roofing contractor must meet to provide the specified roofing system warranty, and long-term value to the owner.

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