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Walls & Ceilings blogs feature another outlet for you to read information about ever-changing industry rules and regulations, new technology and tools, share innovative ideas/solutions for industry challenges, and much more. Bloggers range in expertise and update frequently, so be sure to check back for more.

Analog Analysis

Daniel Overbey

August 25, 2015

11 Comments

Digital tools are vital, but sometimes in order to really understand a phenomena we have to get a bit closer.

Examining the Jevons Paradox through Residential Energy Consumption

Daniel Overbey

August 13, 2015

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Is there any such thing as a "perfect" energy code?

Understanding the Profile Angle

Daniel Overbey

July 6, 2015

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If you’ve ever designed an overhang to protect a window, you have been confronted with the question of how far should it extend

When the ‘Prevailing’ Wind Direction is Anything But

Daniel Overbey

June 1, 2015

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Design teams would be wise to provide natural ventilation strategies that can function with a variety of wind directions in order to provide effective passive cooling for the greatest amount of time.

Comparing Solar Heat Gain Coefficients (SHGC) and Shading Coefficients (SC)

Daniel Overbey

May 18, 2015

6 Comments

I was recently discussing glazing properties with a mechanical engineer for an energy model of a corporate headquarters we are working on.

Basics of Bulk Water Management through Rainscreens

Daniel Overbey

April 22, 2015

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The building envelope must face a number of damage functions: bulk and capillary water, air-born water, vapor, radiation (ultraviolet degradation), pests, and people.