Pacific Northwest

• Credit type: 1 HSW/AIA LU
• Provider: Northern Facades

Reaching towards Net Zero energy ready buildings is becoming a popular topic in todays climate changing world. Energy efficiency has expanded towards exterior wall assemblies where effects of thermal bridging are considered and thermally broken sub-framing systems are becoming the new norm. This course will identify and compare various cladding attachment methods on the market. Learn how to determine the appropriate clip for your project and how to compare effective thermal resistance required to achieve projects targeted R – Value.

Learning Objectives

• Learn how the use of thermal clips will impact thermal bridging on various exterior wall assembly applications
• Identify types of clips currently on the market
• Learn how to calculate the number of clips required on your project by identifying structural forces involved to determine clip spacing
• Gain insight on how the NFPA 285 fire code applies to thermal clips

Presenters

Bilal Khan
Consultant
Northern Facades

Bilal Khan

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An advocate for high performance building envelopes, Bilal’s work has helped build grass-root level educational infrastructure, biomass energy plants and, automated transit systems. Bilal has a Masters in Architecture and an MBA.

• Credit type: 1 HSW
• Provider: Reynaers

A detailed explanation of the North American Fenestration Standard specification, which explains how and why windows and doors are tested to the AAMA standard and how to use the NAFS document to select and specify products based on required performance requirements.

Learning Objectives

• What is the NAFS Specification and how can it be used to select and specify the appropriate window and door products, based on application.
• How and why windows & doors are tested and how this translates into a performance specification that can be used in project development and documents.
• What is Life Cycle testing, why is it important and how does it ensure long term performance for your specified products.
• Why is an Architectural Window superior and how can you and your client benefit by specifying this performance level in your project.

Presenters

Rick Garhart
Territory Manager Southwest
Reynaers

Rick Garhart

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• Credit type: 1 HSW/AIA LU
• Provider: Atlas Roofing

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
Atlas Roofing

Lance Williams

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Lance Williams is an Architectural Sales Manager with Atlas Roofing Corporation focused on continuous insulation applications. His experience includes over 15 years of collaboration with Designers, Specifiers, GC’s, Installers, Building Scientists, and Building Envelope Consultants. With his expertise in building science, as well as the implications of continuous insulation choices, he is exceptionally suited to offer advanced perspectives. He inspires professionals to take advantage of the benefits of exterior CI, while also avoiding its unintended consequences.

• Credit type: 1 LU/HSW
• Provider: Cladiator

How cladding is attached and supported from the exterior of the wall assembly to the interior structure of the building is no longer just a question of transferring weight. The type of support system used can greatly affect energy performance, air and moisture penetration into the wall cavity, and the effectiveness of the finished design.

Over the last ten years cladding support systems have advanced to address the needs of modern buildings, to meet new code requirements and avoid the causes of issues inside the wall cavity as we learn more about how to select products that work well together – from both a performance and constructability standpoint.

This course walks through the various types of newer cladding support systems on the market today with a goal to help bring more value to the design and product selection process and subsequently to the occupants of new and restored buildings for the future.

Learning Objectives

• Understand some of the differences between different cladding support systems on the market today and how they can best serve the design process.
• Explain how to improve energy efficiency of exterior walls & meet changing code requirements using more advanced cladding support systems.
• Briefly discuss options to manage the balance between design and load challenges.
• Explore methods to attach panels that will improve thermal performance and cause less punctures to the waterproofing layer.

Presenters

Mike Allen
Architectural Spartan
CLADIATOR

Mike Allen

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Mike has a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. He thoroughly enjoys engaging in the entire design process, and his open consultative approach appeals to many. Mike has spent the last 15 years helping both design and building professionals deliver on high-quality projects. He now joins CLADIATOR on their quest to educate the architectural and contractor community in their effort to construct higher performing wall systems.