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Articles by Don Pilz

Stucco

Stucco for the 21st Century

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Don Pilz
November 16, 2022
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Design professionals can help bring your stucco cladding into code compliance for the 21st century.
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Ever Changing, Ever Improving

A RUNDOWN OF THE CHANGES/IMPROVEMENTS FOR STUCCO ASSEMBLIES OVER WOOD-BASED SHEATHING AS RECENTLY PUBLISHED IN THE 2021 IBC.
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Don Pilz
November 15, 2021
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The 2021 IBC has now been published, and with it came some significant changes/improvements for stucco assemblies over wood-based sheathing.


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Firestop Framing Has Come Full Circle

FIRESTOP FRAMING INNOVATIONS HAVE INCREASED EFFICIENCY AND MINIMIZED THE NEED FOR LABOR DURING RECESSIONS. YET FURTHER INNOVATION REMAINS A NECESSITY.
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Don Pilz
October 8, 2021
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FIRESTOP FRAMING INNOVATIONS HAVE INCREASED EFFICIENCY AND MINIMIZED THE NEED FOR LABOR DURING RECESSIONS. YET FURTHER INNOVATION REMAINS A NECESSITY.


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What You Need to Know About Drywall Control Joints

INSTALLATION OF DRYWALL CONTROL JOINTS HAS ADAPTED TO MAKE THINGS EASIER ON THE CONTRACTOR, SO WHAT DO YOU NEED TO KNOW?
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Don Pilz
March 11, 2021
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Drywall Control Joint: A predetermined separation (space) installed or created between adjacent surfaces in large walls and ceiling areas to relieve stress and minimize cracking caused by movement. 


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Test Vs. Built

Third-Party Sound Laboratory Test

This Article Outlines the Differences Between Third Party Sound Laboratory Testing and As-Built Wall Assemblies.
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Don Pilz
March 6, 2020
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When laboratory third party sound testing first came on line, it was the drywall manufacturers who were quick to get their drywall tested. 


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Evolution of firestopping

The Evolution of Firestopping

A timeline of how far firestopping has come over the years.
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Don Pilz
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Brent Johnson
September 3, 2019
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Firestopping is the process of containing fire and/or smoke through the use of properly installed UL tested and certified products and assemblies.


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Six-story building undergoes seismic testing on shake table

Shaked and Baked but Still Standing
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Don Pilz
Jeff Elliot
September 27, 2017
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A look into how steel stud framed buildings held up in storms over wood and even concrete.
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Sound testing

Sound Wall Forensics: Sound Testing in Multi-Housing Projects

There’s more to sound testing then contractors know—and it goes beyond third party testing.
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Don Pilz
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Steven J. Orfield
April 1, 2017
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Designing sound walls for multi-housing projects can be complex, especially when dealing with the problems of user satisfaction.
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Firestopping

Special Inspections: The Next Stop in Firestopping

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Don Pilz
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Brent Johnson
December 1, 2016
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As regulations change in the firestopping industry, special inspections are coming on scene to provide knowledge on the subject matter.
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project management

How to Reduce Steps in a Project to Avoid Budget Increase

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Don Pilz
June 1, 2016
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Improve production and profitability by reducing "steps" and "touches."
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