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Air Barriers' Impact on Energy Use in a Building

Air barriers significantly reduce energy use in buildings by minimizing air leakage, debunking long-held myths about “breathable” buildings and demonstrating through research and field testing that airtight construction—when paired with proper ventilation—improves energy efficiency, durability, and indoor air quality.

Laverne Dalgleish

July 7, 2025

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Air barriers significantly reduce energy use in buildings by minimizing air leakage, debunking long-held myths about “breathable” buildings and demonstrating through research and field testing that airtight construction—when paired with proper ventilation—improves energy efficiency, durability, and indoor air quality.

July 2025 Product Focus: Waterproofing/WRBs/Rainscreen

June 30, 2025

Sto Launches Next-Generation Air and Water-Resistive Barrier Solutions

StoShield SA and Sto GoldSeal STPE

June 27, 2025

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Sto Corp. announced the launch of StoShield™ SA and Sto GoldSeal™ STPE, next-generation air and water-resistive barrier solutions that are part of the complete Sto system of envelope technology.

TYPAR Launches Liquid Flashing for Superior Weather Protection

This product expands the company's Weather Protection System, providing unmatched efficiency, reliability and versatility

June 12, 2025

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TYPAR announced the launch of its latest innovation, TYPAR Liquid Flashing, an advanced, gun-grade elastomeric liquid flashing designed for superior air and water sealing in a variety of applications.

Dörken Systems Inc. Announces Upgrades to Air and Moisture Barriers

DELTA has enhanced its air—and water-resistant barriers to mitigate the risk of damage during project delays

June 11, 2025

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Dörken’s DELTA barriers provide upgraded protection against air and moisture infiltration, making your projects more resilient, cost-effective, and easier to manage.

IMETCO’s Jonnie Hasan to Speak at ABAA 2025 Conference

ABAA's Building Enclosure Conference will be in Denver, Colorado, May 6-7, 2025

April 13, 2025

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IMETCO announced that Jonnie Hasan, P.E., BECxP, CxA+BE, vice president of IMETCO, will be a featured speaker at the Annual Air Barrier Association of America’s Building Enclosure Conference in Denver, Colorado, May 6-7, 2025.

The Importance of Proper Insulation

Optimizing the Building Envelope with Effective Insulation Strategies.

Ryan Bazela

April 11, 2025

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Optimizing the Building Envelope with Effective Insulation Strategies.

Sustainable Solutions: Eco-friendly Vapor Barriers in Construction

Explore the latest trends, innovations and investment opportunities in the expanding vapor barrier market.

Aashi Mishra

April 7, 2025

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Explore the latest trends, innovations and investment opportunities in the expanding vapor barrier market.

Rainscreen Performance

Rainscreen cladding attachment and performance considerations: beyond traditional fasteners.

Jason Wigboldy

April 1, 2025

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Rainscreen cladding attachment and performance considerations: beyond traditional fasteners.

An example of sheathing from OX Engineered Products.

Meeting the Growing Desire for Community

The Expansion of the Italian American Cultural Center

March 19, 2025

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During construction, guest comfort topped the priority list. For the building’s exterior, the project team was searching for a solution that would balance strength and thermal efficiency.