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High-Performance Building Envelope Designs with Insulating Concrete Forms

ICF products turn a building envelope into a high-performing, disaster-resistant thermal, moisture, and air enclosure. Explore ICF technology, formwork, and construction.

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Two-Hour Fire-Resistance-Rated Walls

Examine two-hour fire-resistance-rated walls used in townhome construction, the options available in today’s marketplace, firewall installation requirements, and fire resistance testing.

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Resin-Mineral Composite Decking & Siding: Design Versatility & Natural Appeal

Resin-mineral composite embodies the enduring appeal of wood without its challenges. Discover its performance attributes and design options that elevate the outdoor experience.

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Not All Concrete Is the Same: Low Embodied Carbon Dry-Cast Concrete Masonry

Explore the concrete carbon cycle, CMU sequestration rates, and life-cycle assessments of wall systems, and learn practical strategies for reducing embodied carbon.

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Understanding Mortarless Stone Veneer & Other Stone Veneer Products

Natural and manufactured mortared stone veneers require installer time and skill. Discover realistic-looking mortarless stone veneer panels that install like siding in any weather.

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Versatile Aluminum Railing Systems: Quick to Install, Designed to Last

Stairs and decks often require railing, but don't limit your project to the strictly functional. Discover the wide variety of easy-to-install, durable components that add style and beauty.

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Restoration Cleaning: Turning Back the Hands of Time

This program covers tools and techniques for cleaning historic architecture, categorizing contaminants, and comparing abrasive, water, and chemical cleaning. It concludes with 10 essential restoration tips.

Expansion Joint Cover Systems

An expansion joint is a structural gap designed to accommodate the movement of a building in a controlled manner. Review joint sizing and movement and how to select the right cover system.

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Hardware Codes and Standards for Outdoor Swimming Pool Areas in Multifamily Environments

Enhanced security and amenities like swimming pools are highly valued in multifamily settings. Pool enclosure requirements, code differences, and hardware selection are discussed.

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Enabling Successful Contemporary Tile Installations

Installation methodologies, technologies, and products are constantly evolving in the tile industry. Explore the standards and best practices of contemporary tile installation.

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Urban Shade Solutions: Advancing Comfort, Health, and Climate Resilience

Explore how natural and built shade systems can reduce heat exposure, improve outdoor usability, and support health, equity, and climate goals.

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Maglin Site Furniture Inc.

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Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic FRP Wall and Ceiling Panels

Discover how FRP panels create sanitary, durable spaces with improved design, performance, and easy installation for food, lab, and industrial environments.

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VALTO Engineered Materials

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Fast, Scalable, Economical: The Benefits of Building with an Innovative Cold-Formed Steel (CFS) Framing System

Extreme weather, rising costs, and stricter codes demand resiliency. This course explores how an innovative CFS framing system delivers stronger, more sustainable buildings.

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Elevate Structures

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Designing with Purpose: Multifunction Taps for Cleaner, Greener Living and Working

Explore how multifunction taps combine filtered boiling, chilled, and sparkling water in a single fixture. Discover how they support sustainable living and working environments.

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Zip Water

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Engineering a High-Performance Roofing System for Steep-Pitch Roofs

Examine the construction, materials, and best detailing practices that ensure the proper long-term performance of steep-pitch roofs.

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Westlake Royal Building Products

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Synthetic Sports Turf Systems for Safety, Performance, & Durability

Synthetic sports turf systems have come a long way. Learn how technological advancements enhance all types of sports fields for a range of budgets, use levels, and applications.

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ForeverLawn

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Single-Skin Metal Siding: Performance and Installation Considerations

Single-skin metal siding provides an incredible range of materials, finishes, and edge details for unique facades. Explore its performance, design, and sustainability features.

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AEP Span

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Sustainable Materials for the Bath

Discover how copper, glass, concrete, and reclaimed wood can be used to create beautiful bathroom products that also contribute to economic, environmental, and social sustainability.

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Native Trails

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Defining Spaces for Synthetic Turf: Applications, Installation, and Specification

This course covers the history, uses, types, installation, manufacturing, innovations, and selection of synthetic turf.

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XGrass

Online, Self-Paced

A Building Professional’s Guide to Selecting MgO Products for Safe, Resilient Construction

This course educates building professionals on MgO products, covering performance, features, issues, building codes, and compliance testing.

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NEXGEN Building Products

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Thermal Breaks in Cladding Support Attachment Assemblies (Recorded Webinar)

This course delves into the use of thermal breaks and thermal clips as a way to address the issues of thermal bridging and heat loss through the building envelope.

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Northern Facades Ltd.

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Modern Frameless Fireplace Benefits and Design Opportunities: A Comprehensive Guide for Architects and Designers

Learn about key fireplace technologies, their use as a heating system and design element, and essential safety features.

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Flare Fireplaces, LLC

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Musical Playgrounds: Inclusive Learning and Play

Incorporating music into play spaces has numerous advantages for the health and well-being of everyone, from children to the elderly.

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BCI Burke Co.

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The Art of Insulated Metal Panels

Learn how IMPs offer design flexibility and fast construction, while achieving air, water, vapor, and thermal control via an advanced and cost-effective single-component system.

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Kingspan Insulated Panels

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Firestop Specifications

Firestopping is a critical part of fire containment – are your specs up to the task? This course reviews applicable code requirements and common firestop specification errors.

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Specified Technologies Inc.

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Acoustical Doors: Enhancing Sound Control in Architectural and Industrial Design

Learn how acoustical doors can mitigate noise, increase occupant health and well-being, and comply with green building rating systems, fire safety codes, and SCIF specifications.

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Catalyst Acoustics Group