Southeast

Credit type: 1 AIA HSW LU
Provider: Kawneer

Architectural Aluminum Framing systems provide consistent protection from flying debris during a hurricane event. Architects must select the correct systems for their projects based on governing codes, location, wind loads and building use category.

Learning Objectives

• Know how to evaluate and understand specific project requirements based upon the project location.
• Understand the performance requirements described in ASTM E1886 and E1996 along with TAS 201, 202 & 203, how requirements impact these systems and evaluating systems based upon the zone outlined in the standard.
• How to evaluate and follow a manufacturer’s impact tests when specifying a system and reviewing shop drawings.
• Identify the characteristics, features and benefits of impact tested systems.

Presenters

Chris Schultz

Product Manager of Storefront, Entrances and Framing

Chris Schultz

Chris Schultz, P.E., is Product Manager for Storefronts, Entrances and Framing at Kawneer, which pioneers architectural solutions to advance modern design with resilient, distinctive buildings that promote well-being. Before joining Kawneer, Chris spent ten years in engineering and product management roles within the infrastructure products industry. Chris applies his engineering experience to drive the delivery of technical solutions for the commercial construction markets. He received a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Clemson University and is currently an M.B.A. candidate at Georgia Tech’s Scheller College of Business.

Credit type: 1 LU/HSW
Provider: Arkema

Building owners have come to rely on weatherable coatings to provide long-term protection to their buildings. With an increased focus on sustainability, performance, and durability, PVDF resin-based coatings can help architects and painting contractors exceed their clients’ design goals. This course covers the key components and functions of high-performance weatherable coatings and looks at how these coatings contribute to sustainable design.

Learning Objectives

• Describe the ways PVDF resin-based coatings, both water based and solvent based, provide a consistent, pristine appearance while achieving durability goals over a variety of substrates as demonstrated in applicable case studies
• Discuss why some coatings fail and the important considerations when selecting a coating system for an application, including weathering performance, longevity, and application method
• Discuss the standards of performance for architectural coatings and recognize why PVDF coating technology outperforms other coating technologies, and
• Explain how water-based PVDF coatings, by their chemistry and performance, can help design professionals and building owners achieve their sustainability goals.

Presenters

Ron Partridge

Sr. Account Manager

Ron Partridge

Ron Partridge is a Sr. Account Manager in the High-Performance Polymers Business unit at Arkema. Ron is responsible for the sales of Kynar® PVDF polymer into the NA coatings market. He has over 30 years’ experience in the polymer industry in sales, business development, technical service and R&D. He received his BS degree in Chemistry and Materials Science from The State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1984.

Credit type: 1 AIA HSW LU
Provider: Atlas Roofing

This webinar explores how strategic continuous insulation (CI) choices can alleviate the pressures on building enclosures & elevate building envelope performance, sustainability, durability, and life safety. Attendees will gain insights into NFPA 285 compliance, the role of CI in rainscreen systems, and key considerations behind insulation material selection. The course highlights key attributes for comparing insulation types—such as R-value, thickness, installation, and environmental impact—and suggests design opportunities using higher-performance products insulations. Through real-world assemblies and best practices, participants will learn how to simplify insulation choices across multiple applications to meet evolving codes, optimize wall assemblies, reduce thermal bridging, and even reclaim interior square footage. Discover how doing more with less supports design efficiency and construction practicality.

Learning Objectives

• Identify how insulation selection impacts NFPA 285 compliance and understand how different assemblies perform with various continuous insulation materials under varying environmental pressures.
• Evaluate sustainability attributes, installation efficiencies, and design flexibility of continuous insulation types for maximizing thermal performance and minimizing installation complexity.
• Explore rainscreen applications and determine critical design & installation considerations for integrating continuous insulation effectively across varied enclosure types.
• Dissect how high R-value insulation can reduce wall thickness, simplify attachment systems, and reclaim usable space within building envelopes.

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 LU/HSW
Provider: Cascade Architectural

Architecture is light.” As Le Corbusier stated, indeed architects spend a lot of design time working with the dynamic interplay of natural and artificial lighting on to, and in to, their building’s surfaces, materials, and three-dimensional spaces to create a complete experience for building occupants. With variable light transmission and reflection qualities, coiled wire fabric has quickly become one of the most popular materials for incorporating light into buildings by offering unparalleled design flexibility and customization through an incredibly cost-effective and durable material option suitable for a wide range of interior and exterior applications. This course delves into the specifics of this versatile architectural metal mesh material and looks at the variety of ways that it can be used to enhance architecture through the use of light. Starting with an overview of the material, we then look at the ways it can be a means of control and enhancement of both natural daylight and electrical lighting. Further, we explore its use as a surface where still or moving imagery can be projected. Ultimately, it is the combination of design prowess, materials, and lighting that create beautiful, functional architecture as seen in examples cited.

Learning Objectives

• Identify and recognize the specific nature of coiled wire fabric with its abilities to impact lighting, ventilation, and well-designed healthy spaces.
• Assess the use of coiled wire fabric to control or enhance the use of sunlight to create improved indoor environments for the welfare of their occupants.
• Explain the options available for using electrical lighting, including low voltage or energy efficient LED lighting, for interior and exterior installations.
• Determine ways to use coiled wire fabric to receive projected imagery, both fixed and moving, for artistic or performance purposes.

Presenters

Ann Smith

Director of Business Development

Ann Smith

Offering a unique blend of visionary aptitude and technical expertise developed over 25 years in the building industry, Ann Smith (Director of Business Development at Cascade Architectural) is known for her ability to seamlessly integrate functionality and innovation with dynamic design. Her collaborative approach to the design and construction process helps to make even the most complex and imaginative applications of coiled wire fabric possible. With an experienced and visionary partner by their side from concept to completion, Ann empowers design teams to work swiftly and confidently to develop custom, fully engineered architectural metal mesh solutions for a wide range of exterior and interior applications.