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The Importance of Ventilation in Residential Metal & Cedar Roof Design

The Importance of Ventilation in Residential Metal & Cedar Roof Design

Proper drainage and ventilation are essential for roof longevity, energy efficiency, and beauty. Explore the use of a 3-D drainage and ventilation mat in metal and cedar roof assemblies.

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Transitioning to a Clean Energy Future: Part 1

Transitioning to a Clean Energy Future: Part 1

This course explores the changes in energy creation, distribution, and consumption that are critical to the sustainable transitional energy planning (STEP) approach.

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ADA Accessibility Guidelines: Detectable Warning Surfaces

ADA Accessibility Guidelines: Detectable Warning Surfaces

Learn about detectable warning surfaces and how they help provide accessible public rights-of-way spaces.

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Wood-Patterned Aluminum Products: Innovative Design Solutions

Wood-Patterned Aluminum Products: Innovative Design Solutions

Looking for a high-performance alternative to products made from wood and PVC? Explore the options offered by wood-pattered aluminum.

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Basics of Moisture Movement Through the Building Enclosure

Basics of Moisture Movement Through the Building Enclosure

A complicated issue in building science is tackling moisture movement. Examine the role of different moisture control layers that can prevent unwanted moisture infiltration.

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What Is Fundamentally Wrong with ISO R-Value and How Do We Fix It?

What Is Fundamentally Wrong with ISO R-Value and How Do We Fix It?

Discover the reason behind the reduced efficacy of polyisocyanurate (polyiso) insulation and explore how decreasing condensation can optimize the insulation's performance.

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Health, Safety, & Welfare with Modular Masonry Fireplace Systems

Health, Safety, & Welfare with Modular Masonry Fireplace Systems

Explore modular masonry fireplace components, options, and designs as well as the construction specifications that ensure a safe installation.

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Successful, Sustainable Precast Enclosure Projects: Designs for Education, Healthcare, Offices, and More

Successful, Sustainable Precast Enclosure Projects: Designs for Education, Healthcare, Offices, and More

Explore projects using precast composite panels to see how architects can meet sustainability and aesthetic goals in designs for education, healthcare, offices, and more.

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Metal Roof Design in HVHZs: Best Practices for Architects and Roof Designers

Metal Roof Design in HVHZs: Best Practices for Architects and Roof Designers

Discover why standing seam metal roofing is a better option than other roof systems for withstanding hurricane-force winds in Florida’s High Velocity Hurricane Zones.

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Smart Locks: Access Management Made Easy!

Smart Locks: Access Management Made Easy!

Smart locks and access control systems help eliminate the need for physical keys. Learn how to help your clients enhance security and streamline the management of their properties.

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Designing Sustainable Materials for Building Integration (Recorded Webinar)

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Designing Sustainable Materials for Building Integration (Recorded Webinar)

Learn about new and retrofit low-slope commercial roof assemblies that deliver long-term energy efficiency, a low lifetime carbon footprint, and robust building performance.

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 DuPont Performance Building Solutions

Natural Slate Rainscreen Cladding Systems

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Natural Slate Rainscreen Cladding Systems

Discover the beauty and durability of slate with rainscreen systems! Learn how this sustainable combo boosts energy efficiency, moisture control, and design versatility.

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 CUPACLAD

The Versatile Stage: Designing Transformable Performance Spaces

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The Versatile Stage: Designing Transformable Performance Spaces

Explore how stage flooring systems impact performer safety, accessibility, sustainability, and long-term venue adaptability.

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 American Harlequin Corporation - Harlequin Floors

Differentiated Performance and Long-Life Architectural Coatings

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Differentiated Performance and Long-Life Architectural Coatings

Building owners rely on weatherable coatings to protect their buildings. Learn why PVDF resin-based coatings can help exceed design goals and contribute to sustainable design.

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 Arkema Inc.

Mineral-Based Composite Decking: Innovation and Performance You Can Build On

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Mineral-Based Composite Decking: Innovation and Performance You Can Build On

Explore how mineral-based composite decking systems offer an all-in-one solution that simplifies installation, reduces maintenance, and resists mold, decay, and water intrusion.

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 DuxxBak Composite Decking

Enhancing Roof Design with Composite Solutions

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Enhancing Roof Design with Composite Solutions

Take an in-depth look at the sustainable and versatile attributes of composite roofing solutions.

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 Westlake Royal Building Products

8 Levels of Bullet Resistant Material Explained

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8 Levels of Bullet Resistant Material Explained

AEC professionals must assess the appropriate protection level for buildings investing in security, like bullet-resistant barriers, based on surroundings, industry, and client needs while maximizing investment.

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 Total Security Solutions

The Role of Door Openings in Improving Resilient Design

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The Role of Door Openings in Improving Resilient Design

Manufacturers offer specialized doors designed to resist the impacts of blasts, tornadoes, and ballistics. Learn how steel doors can be utilized in a resilient design strategy.

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 AMBICO Limited

Transitioning to a Clean Energy Future: Part 3

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Transitioning to a Clean Energy Future: Part 3

Understanding energy creation, distribution, and consumption transitions is key to sustainable transitional energy planning (STEP). Here STEP and emerging systems are explored.

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 AEC Daily

Cable Tray: Types, Application, and Code

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Cable Tray: Types, Application, and Code

Explore cable tray types and review their design considerations and code requirements.

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 Legrand

Sustainable Waterproofing Solutions

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Sustainable Waterproofing Solutions

Concrete is a fundamental building material but it has water-related design challenges. Examine the sustainable benefits of integral concrete waterproofing.

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 Hycrete, Inc.

Specifying Roof, Floor, & Skylight Hatches for Access & Safety

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Specifying Roof, Floor, & Skylight Hatches for Access & Safety

How do you provide safe access to rooftops and below-ground spaces? Discover the design, safety, and performance advantages of roof, floor, and skylight hatches.

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 Surespan Limited

Concrete Masonry: The Energy Efficiency Solution

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Concrete Masonry: The Energy Efficiency Solution

Building envelopes constructed with concrete masonry create high-performance buildings that can exceed energy code requirements. Evaluate strategies to maximize energy performance.

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 Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association (CMHA)

Universal Design: Applied to Bathroom and Kitchen

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Universal Design: Applied to Bathroom and Kitchen

Should designers offer universal design solutions to all clients regardless of age or ability? Learn the answer to that question and more.

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 Kohler Co.

Considerations for Advanced Green Façade Design

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Considerations for Advanced Green Façade Design

Green facades enhance energy efficiency, durability, beauty, and adaptability. This course covers system selection, design, plant choice, maintenance, and client education for successful installations.

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 Tournesol Siteworks

Increasing Concrete Durability and Sustainability with Crystalline Waterproofing

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Increasing Concrete Durability and Sustainability with Crystalline Waterproofing

Concrete is porous and susceptible to deterioration. Learn how crystalline waterproofing technology can increase the durability and sustainability of concrete.

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 Xypex Chemical Corporation

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