Registration is open for a half-day Air Barrier Symposium presented by two well known experts from the Air Barriers Association of America. The program will encompass three HSW learning sessions on air barriers, which are key to designing and constructing buildings to meet today’s building and energy code requirements. The program will also include a hands-on demonstration focusing on how to install proper air barriers in a mock-up wall assembly with both vapor impermeable and permeable sheet applied air barriers.
Session 1: The Big Disconnect: The Importance of Wall to Roof Connections for the Air Barrier
Presenter: Roy Schauffele, FCSI, CCPR, FABAA, LEED Green Associate CABS
Abstract: As more states, jurisdictions and the design community require air barriers, the issue of connecting the wall air barrier assembly to other building assemblies, such as below grade, window systems and roofs need to be completely understood to design and construct a functioning building enclosure.
One of the most often missed or not well executed details is the connection between the wall air barrier and roof assembly. With a myriad of roof systems, wall configurations and the growing number of wall air barrier products, it can be difficult to navigate the process regarding what systems work best with each other and the chemical compatibility of these systems. This presentation will focus on things to consider from a design standpoint, along with practical approaches to ensuring a robust connection is constructed and executed.
Learning Objectives:
• Understand why the roof/wall air barrier intersection is critical to building performance regarding moisture management and air leakage control and common design and field errors
• Become aware of compatibility issues related to wall and roof air barrier components for the myriad of air barrier and roofing assemblies that exist on the market today
• Identify pre-construction coordination items to review and allocation of responsibilities to sub-trades for proper execution of connection
• Review requirements for detailing the roof/wall interface
Session 2: Through Wall Flashings Compatibility, Sustainability & Performance
Presenter: Craig Wetmore, CSI, CDT
Abstract: With all the myriad of building enclosure components and materials, there is a significant risk to ensure that all materials are compatible and work together as a system. An important part of a water control strategy for your walls requires integration of the air barrier, water resistive barrier, insulation and other related components, including through-wall flashing. Not all assemblies work together and there are specific steps needed to ensure proper water drainage. This presentation will provide an overview of all flashing choices that can be selected and specified and provide information on how to make product selections and what materials are not compatible in a system. Real life examples of various systems and transitions will provide attendees with an understanding of the successful construction of these components.
Learning Objectives:
• Acquire knowledge in the various composition of each type of flashing and their effects on sustainability and life cycle costs
• Define how to specify through-wall flashings to avoid chemical compatibility issues that may impact how well the air barrier performs and integration with the insulation to provide maximum energy efficiency without a breach in the airtightness/thermal layer
• Specify the performance characteristics of different types of cavity wall materials and how to create a resilient flashing system
• Identify necessary accessories for through-wall flashing and challenges of installation and integration with other building enclosure components
Session 3: How to Properly Specify an Air Barrier System
Presenter: Roy Schauffele, FCSI, CCPR, FABAA, LEED Green Associate CABS
Abstract: Design and Construction documents are one of the first steps towards achieving an effective layer of airtightness to manage moisture and air movement. The importance of a proper specification cannot be understated, and a well-articulated document will ensure that the owner is provided with materials, performance and quality. The presentation will review some of the consideration and language that should be reviewed prior to developing a specification and will outline code requirements, performance requirements, what can be done for quality and ensuring material selection meets the intent of design and for crucial coordination with other components of the enclosure.
Learning Objectives:
• Through a review of code language of IECC 2015 and ASHRAE 90.1, determine the code compliance options for air barriers and requirements for materials, assemblies and whole building airtightness
• Understand the various test methods for air barrier materials and assemblies as it relates to air, water, fire and other key requirements
• Analyze the other control functions for a wall assembly and determine if the air barrier also provides vapor control or water resistance
• Identify key language for 3-part specification to articulate performance standards, execution and quality requirements
• Define requirements for quality assurance and control and typical downfalls of specification language
Speaker Bios:
Roy Schauffele is an internationally published author and speaker in the fields of energy conservation and sustainable building envelopes including insulation, air barrier technology, roofing & waterproofing, vegetative & cool roofing, all with an eye towards improving building science, performance and quality of life. He is the acknowledged inventor of “The Perfect Wall” which is now the nationwide building code standard for wall construction.
He is President and founder of Division 7 Solutions, Inc, now entering its 31st year of continuous operations.
He was the first Technical Director of SPRI (Single Ply Roofing Institute), a Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) Board Director. He has been an elected City Councilperson, a Texas Senate and Gubernatorial appointed official in the State of Texas.
He currently serves as a Past Board Chairman of the ABAA (Air Barrier Association of America), after 3 terms as Chairman, also the first Regional ABAA Advocate. Currently a Technical Advisor to Build San Antonio Green (BSAG) and an award winner 2012 for his Technical Contributions to BSAG and last year named (2016) Individual Green Practitioner by the City of San Antonio for Sustainable Education and Outreach.
Globally, he is the only person to be a Fellow of both CSI and ABAA, and currently he is the only Certified Air Barrier Specialist. He continues to be a requested national speaker on energy conservation and sustainability and most importantly a graduate of Father Judge HS and a native of the Mayfair/ Tacony neighborhood.
Craig Wetmore, the President of York Manufacturing, has over 25 years of experience in the construction industry. He has a concentrated knowledge in through-wall flashings, moisture management, transitions, and wall components. Craig is active in building community where he is a member of CSI, RCI, USGBC, ASTM and the ABAA. He serves as President of the Maine CSI Chapter, he is the chairperson of the ABAA’s Marketing Committee (education and outreach) and serves as a Director on the executive board of the ABAA.
Craig works with architectural firms, engineering firms, installers, general contractors, AIA chapters, Building Enclosure Councils, and CSI chapters in the discussions of flashing and building science. His efforts center on wall flashings compatibility with air barriers and insulation products, lifecycle costs, transition materials, and installation advice on all different types of flashings.
Craig and the York team have developed many new products to solve the issues that are encountered in the drainage of water from the building enclosure.
Sponsor: 3M AIR BARRIER