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Items Tagged with 'air barrier'

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Integrated Building Enclosure System

THE CASE FOR ENGINEERED BUILDING ENCLOSURE SYTEMS—REMOVE THE COMPLEXITY, DRIVE DURABILITY AND BEAUTY.
Karine Galla
January 13, 2021
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Maybe it is a high-rise, high-profile commercial structure that serves as the headquarters for a multinational corporation with the company’s logo proudly attached to the top floor. Perhaps it is a massive warehouse that will serve as a critical distribution link for an e-commerce giant. No matter the end result, the design vision for any new building begins in the minds of its owner and the architect on the project. 


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GCP Applied Technologies Introduces Two New Air Barrier Products

October 6, 2020
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GCP Applied Technologies added two new products to its air barrier portfolio: PERM-A-BARRIER VPL 50RS and PERM-A-BARRIER VPS 30 membranes.


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MemBrain by CertainTeed

September 17, 2020
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MemBrain helps keep walls dry all year-round, significantly lowering the health and structural risks associated with moisture and mold. 


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Solving Issues of the WRB/AIR Barrier

Wc0620 feat fresh air p4 author jason wigboldy
Jason Wigboldy
June 8, 2020
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Sequencing issues. Finger pointing. If you’re involved with the design or construction of exterior building envelopes you’ve experienced this before—either you’ve been called out by another sub or trade for damaging their work or perhaps you’ve been guilty of it yourself. 


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Research Before Bidding on WRB/AB Projects

Five Topics To Research Before One Bids On That WRB/AB Project.
Wc0420 ft research p7 author derek moulton
Derek Moulton
April 15, 2020
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As a field technician, I spend a large percentage of my time working with contractors. This involves attending preconstruction meetings, site visits and providing installation training on mock-ups. 


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Rainscreens: Products Builders Should Use

Rainscreen Is The Barrier Product Builders Should Be Selecting On Many Projects. Why Aren’t More Contractors Using Them?
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Daniel Dietz
April 10, 2020
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During the summer months, we usually put a layer of sunscreen on to protect our skin from damage and burns, which can contribute to skin cancer. But why do we call it “sunscreen?”


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Using Building Wraps as an Air Barrier

Understanding How Air Barrier Materials and Systems Are Evaluated Helps Design Professionals Find The Solution For Their Project.
Wc0420 ft build wrap p4 author bijan
Bijan Mansouri
April 8, 2020
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It is important to establish a continuous air barrier for several reasons. 


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Vapor & Air Barriers: What's the Difference?

Why people are confusing these two barriers, and clearing up the confusion once and for all.
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Mike Griffin
December 3, 2019
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When we look at the modern building environment, one of the hottest topics on many people’s minds are weather barriers and moisture control.


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Addressing Air Leakage

Addressing Air Leakage

Spray foam’s ability to act as an air barrier and seal REDUCES occupant health risks.
Wc1019 feat air leakage icynene p3 author doug kramer
Doug Kramer
October 1, 2019
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Energy efficiency, durability, resiliency and a healthier indoor environment, are all key goals when optimizing the enclosure.


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A Building Envelope for Cold Weather

Don’t let Old Man Winter put a freeze on your building envelope—it requires special considerations
Wc1017 ft6 challenge p5 author jason peace
Jason Peace
February 5, 2019
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