Download or read book Exterior Wall Airtightness and the Role of Air Barriers and Vapor Retarders written by Roger A. Peterson and published by . This book was released on 1988 with total page 16 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Ceiling Airtightness and the Role of Air Barriers and Vapor Retarders written by Roger A. Peterson and published by . This book was released on 1988 with total page 16 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Designing the Exterior Wall written by Linda Brock and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-11-17 with total page 600 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: By presenting the basics of building science along with a prescribed set of details, Designing the Exterior Wall helps you understand why buildings fail and how they can be made more durable through design. Author Linda Brock connects the science and aesthetics of building envelopes through the examination of a variety of construction and cladding types. She features details from real world projects in a variety of climates, successful and unsuccessful case studies, and checklists you can use on your own projects. Helps you reduce your liability by showing why building envelopes fail and how they can be designed to endure. Moves from theory to actual construction by including hundreds of building envelope details from a broad array of projects and climates. Integrates numerous contemporary case studies, including Frank Gehry's Experiential Music Center in Seattle (thin skins), Renzo Piano's Rue de Meaux housing in Paris (terra cotta cladding), and Mario Botta's San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (prefabricated brick panels). Designing the Exterior Wall is a must-have book, whether you're an architect or a student. Order your copy today.
Download or read book A New Approach to Affordable Low Energy House Construction written by Joseph W. Lstiburek and published by Alberta Department of Housing, Innovative Housing Grants Program. This book was released on 1984 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This report documents the research work leading to theconstruction of a number of demonstration houses using newtechniques in Ontario. The report summarizes the results ofthese projects and recommends an approach to a demonstrationproject using improved construction methods in Alberta. Thesedemonstration houses were constructed using alternative buildingsystems such as a painted gypsum board air barrier/vapourretarder concept and alternative mechanical systems whichincluded heating, air supply (ventilation and make-up air), andheat recovery. The report addresses this work in terms ofperformance, code requirements and estimated costs.
Download or read book The Airtight House written by James K. Lischkoff and published by . This book was released on 1986 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Vapor Barrier Decreases Moisture Conditions in Wood Walls Exposed to Air Conditioning and Heating written by John E. Duff and published by . This book was released on 1972 with total page 12 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Comparative Analysis of Fluid Applied Air Barrier Products written by Katherine S. Wissink and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 15 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fluid-applied air-barrier/water-resistive-barrier membranes for use in exterior wall systems are relatively new products and are increasingly being specified and used by designers and building owners. These membranes can serve as the primary air barrier and water-resistive barrier, as well as the vapor retarder depending on the vapor permeance of the membrane. The integrity and continuity of this membrane is essential, given that this single material may perform up to three critical functions and will govern the performance of the wall system in terms of moisture migration and waterproofing. The lack of widely accepted industry standards of material property performance for these products makes it difficult for designers to compare products from different manufacturers. Further, because these products are relatively new, their long-term performance is not well established. As such, durability testing of these membranes is important to help designers and building owners anticipate long-term performance prior to specifying these products on projects. This article compares material properties and durability of 14 fluid-applied air barriers, both vapor-permeable and -impermeable products, as determined by laboratory testing. Properties tested include adhesion to common substrates, elongation, and water absorption. The laboratory testing program also addresses the durability of the membranes by testing the effect of freezing temperatures, exposure to water and UV radiation, and aging on the material properties noted above. This article discusses the development of the laboratory testing program, outlines methods of testing and accelerated weathering, and summarizes the test results.
Download or read book Pretty Good House written by Michael Maines and published by Taunton Press. This book was released on 2022-05-24 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pretty Good House provides a framework and set of guidelines for building or renovating a high-performance home that focus on its inhabitants and the environment--but keeps in mind that few people have pockets deep enough to achieve a "perfect" solution. The essential idea is for homeowners to work within their financial and practical constraints both to meet their own needs and do as much for the planet as possible. A Pretty Good House is: * A house that's as small as possible * Simple and durable, but also well designed * Insulated and air-sealed * Above all, it is affordable, healthy, responsible, and resilient.
Download or read book Communication in Construction written by Andrew Dainty and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2007-01-24 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book offers practical guidance on possible solutions to communication problems, featuring a number of examples related to the construction industry.
Download or read book Building Materials written by Kathleen Hess-Kosa and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2017-04-07 with total page 301 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The construction industry is bombarded with ever-changing building materials—components of which are more and more difficult, if not impossible, to identify. Building material emissions have been implicated as a major source of indoor air pollution, and toxic gases, often unidentified, are generated in building fires. Building Materials: Product Emission and Combustion Health Hazards undertakes the task of identifying building materials emission and combustion health hazards. This practical guide introduces the complex world of polymers commonly used in building materials along with plasticizers and additives that are not regulated by OSHA. It also explores the topic of building materials as they relate to function and their emissions/combustion products along with thermal decomposition and combustion products as they relate to fire first responders. Engaging environmental professionals, construction management firms, architects, first respondents, and students, this valuable reference delivers a comprehensive spectrum of knowledge needed to face the challenges of managing building materials in the twenty-first century. Awareness is the first line of defense!
Download or read book High Performance Enclosures written by John Frederick Straube and published by . This book was released on 2012-01-30 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: high Performance Enclosures : Design Guide for Institutional, Commercial and Industrial Buildings in Cold Climates provides guidance for architects and building enclosure engineers working to meet the growing need for buildings that have significantly lower operational energy consumption. John Straube addresses a range of practical questions about low energy building enclosures that save energy while simultaneously improving durability, comfort, and rain control: How much of an impact can the enclosure, massing, and orientation have? How much glazing is appropriate and what options are available? How much does thermal bridging matter and how can it be minimized at difficult structural details? How does one detail thick layers of continuous insulation outside of steel stud walls? Can layers of insulating sheathing reduce the risk of moisture damage?--COVER.
Download or read book Research in Building Physics written by J. Carmeliet and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2020-12-18 with total page 1044 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text provides a broad view of the research performed in building physics at the start of the 21st century. The focus of this conference was on combined heat and mass flow in building components, performance-based design of building enclosures, energy use in buildings, sustainable construction, users' comfort and health, and the urban micro-climate.
Download or read book 2023 Florida Mechanical Contractor Vol 1 written by Upstryve Inc and published by Brown Technical Publications Inc. This book was released on with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Volume 1 of 2 Get one step closer to becoming a Florida Mechanical contractor with a prep course designed by 1 Exam Prep to help you conquer the required Florida State Mechanical Contractors Trade Knowledge examination. Use a blended, self-study and course structure to tailor your prep to your individual learning style. Course includes: Highlighting and tabbing location for each required book, so you can quickly and easily reference your materials during the exam Practice questions Testing taking techniques that are an indispensable part of these open-book exams
Download or read book 2023 Florida General Building and Residential Contractor Exam Prep written by Upstryve Inc and published by Brown Technical Publications Inc. This book was released on with total page 398 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Volume 1 of 3 Get one step closer to becoming a Florida State General Contractor with a book designed by 1 Exam Prep to help you conquer the required Pearson Vue Contract Administration and Project Management examination. Book Features: Highlighting and tabbing locations for each required book, so you can quickly and easily reference your materials during the exam Practice questions printable PDF format and timed simulated computer-based format
Download or read book CMHC Research Project Testing of Air Barriers Construction Details Report written by Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. Project Implementation Division and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CMHC commissioned this project to quantify the air leakage characteristic of the header joist, the electrical outlets and the window opening in wood-frame walls. Three construction methods currently employed to achieve airtightness were evaluated: the sealed membrane approach, where polyethylene sheet and sealant provide the air barrier; the external air barrier approach which uses a continuous vapour permeable membrane sandwiched between two layers of external wall sheathing; and the airtight drywall approach in which the interior gypsum board, framing materials and gaskets are used as the air barrier. To provide a reference for comparison, the traditional approach to wood-frame wall construction was also evaluated.
Download or read book The Gypsum Construction Handbook written by USG and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2014-01-27 with total page 632 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The tried-and-true Gypsum Construction Handbook is a systematic guide to selecting and using gypsum drywall, veneer plaster, tile backers, ceilings, and conventional plaster building materials. A widely respected training text for aspiring architects and engineers, the book provides detailed product information and efficient installation methodology. The Seventh Edition features updates in gypsum products, including ultralight panels, glass-mat panels, paperfaced plastic bead, and ultralightweight joint compound, and modern specialty acoustical and ceiling product guidelines. This comprehensive reference also incorporates the latest in sustainable products.
Download or read book An Introduction to Precision Measurement Laboratories written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2018-01-22 with total page 53 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers interested in design and construction of precision measurement laboratories. Here is what is discussed: 1. FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS 2. GENERAL DESIGN CRITERIA 3. EXTERIOR DESIGN 4. INTERIOR DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION 5. SITE DESIGN AND ORGANIZATION 6. ANTITERRORISM 7. SERVICES 8. SUSTAINABLE DESIGN 9. SPECIFIC DESIGN CRITERIA.
