Pacific Northwest

Provider: Porcelanosa
Credit type: 1 LU/HSW

This course discusses the rain screen system for exterior facades using porcelain tile or solid surface.

Learning Objectives

• Participants should be able to correctly define various types of exterior cladding systems.
• Participants should be able to identify the major components/features of the ventilated facade system.
• Participants will gain an understanding of the advantages of the ventilated facade when compared to other cladding systems.
• Participants will gain an understanding of appropriate use of the ventilated facade system.

Presenters

Cesar Valdez

Regional Facades Manager

Cesar Valdez

Cesar is a Regional Facade Sales Manager (Midwest, New England, and Eastern Canada).  Cesar is a licensed architect with over 8 years of experience in commercial and residential architecture. He started his career in St. Louis, MO. before establishing in Austin, TX. and later joining Porcelanosa over 3 years ago.

Provider: Atlas Roofing
Credit type: 1 LU/HSW

Complex project designs & evolving enclosure material options combined with demanding weather conditions & confusing product performance attributes can be challenging to synthesize. Because thermal value code targets are increasing, along with the uncertainty of future energy costs & weather patterns, getting the project’s insulation strategy right is critical. This session examines the performance attributes of exterior insulation options under real world conditions to better enable the design & installation of higher performing, more resilient and durable walls.

Learning Objectives

• Understand current building code requirements and testing methodologies for fire propagation and smoke development. Given assembly testing following the Grenfell tragedy, attendees will better understand NFPA285 fire propagation testing in relation to actual material properties and performance.
• Review material properties governing moisture and air performance as they pertain to conditions encountered in rainscreens and masonry veneers so as to best understand the actual performance characteristics of insulation specification choices.
• Understand conditions that pose unique challenges, including multiple drain planes, drainage efficiencies, increased water absorption, and water vapor transmission.  Recognize risks associated with exterior insulation when used in combination with cavity insulation, interior vapor retarders, and low-perm water-resistive barriers.
• Understand the effects of wind-washing and convective heat loss in modern rainscreen systems. Identify and prevent conditions that jeopardize the thermal insulation layer, which may in turn affect moisture transfer and overall wall performance.

Presenters

Lance Williams

Architectural Sales Manager

Lance Williams

Lance Williams is an Atlas Roofing Architectural Specialist focused on CI-continuous insulation applications.  His experience spans nearly 20 years interacting with Designers, Specifiers, GC’s, Installers, Building Scientists, & Building Envelope Consultants. Because of his grasp of the real-world performance characteristics coupled with the nuances of continuous insulation choices, he is uniquely suited to offer advanced perspectives that empower stakeholders to achieve the benefits of continuous insulation.

Credit type: 1 AIA HSW LU
Provider: Automated Fenestration

This fast-paced course is designed to inspire + educate attendees in the niche field of window automation for natural ventilation and smoke evacuation. We’ll explore the vast benefits for people and planet through improved indoor air quality, energy efficiency, cost savings, health, safety, productivity, and sustainability. This program also delves into why tying actuators into sensors through the Building Management System (BMS) is critical for success.

Learning Objectives

• Identify the benefits of natural ventilation for occupants, developers, + planet.
• Discover the importance of automation through BMS Line Actuators + why programming correct scenarios is imperative for successful natural ventilation.
• Define the importance of smoke evacuation for life safety, incident stabilization, + property conservation.
• Identify types of windows which can be actuated + how dims/weight are calculated to determine the correct actuator.

Presenters

Jason Smith

Sales Manager

Jason Smith

Jason is the Sales Manager for the Architectural Division of UFLEX USA, Inc., UCS. A true resident of the planet, Jason has lived globally working on landmark projects. He brings a passion for innovative architectural solutions and has delivered over 1000+ inspiring AIA/RIBA presentations.

Credit type: 1 AIA HSW LU
Provider: Schock

Concrete slabs and steel beams that project through the building envelope, such as those used in balconies, canopies and parapets, break the insulation layer and create thermal bridging. Incorporating a thermal break significantly improves the thermal performance of building envelopes and helps avoid costly issues down the road. This course addresses thermal bridging solutions, as well as design best practices and local building code requirements related to structural thermal breaks.

Learning Objectives

• Understand how, why and where thermal bridging occurs
• Identify the three main problems caused by thermal bridging
• Discuss the pros and cons of different approaches to addressing the problem
• Know how, when and why to use structural thermal breaks, including local code compliance

Presenters

Alyson Hallander

Product Engineer

Alyson Hallander

As a Product Engineer at Schöck North America, Alyson leads educational efforts growing awareness within the AEC industry of structural thermal break solutions and design considerations when working with them. She also designs structural thermal break connections for building projects and regularly travels throughout North America to provide design and installation guidance to design and construction project partners.

She has a BS in Structural Engineering from The Ohio State University. Before joining Schöck, Alyson designed nuclear submarines for the US Navy before refocusing her career on sustainable building solutions in the AEC field.