ACI Releases Reorganized ACI 318-14 October 27, 2014 No Comments Flagship publication for structural concrete officially has launched.Read More
The Reality of Air Barriers When it comes to building performance, too much of a good thing can become a bad thing. Richard Scott AIA October 1, 2014 No Comments Humidification to provide medical patient comfort is a good thing. Frost and ice damage due to that same humidification is not so good.Read More
Intercorp Earns ICC-ES Evaluation Report for Strong-Point Fasteners August 11, 2014 No Comments Intercorp has received an evaluation report (ESR #3528) from ICC Evaluation Service.Read More
Sound attenuation for buildings The basics of acoustical performance standards Steve Meima August 1, 2014 No Comments Sounds within reach: acoustical performance basics.Read More
Decoplast Earns ICC-ES Evaluation Report July 30, 2014 No Comments Decoplast DDARS “Notched,” manufactured by Greenmaker Industries, recently received an evaluation report (ESR# 3428) from ICC Evaluation Service (ICC-ES).Read More
Meeting Codes with Wall Assemblies Insulated Backup Panel Assemblies Chris Dixon June 2, 2014 No Comments Designing exterior wall assemblies that satisfy both energy and building code requirements is a challenge. Read More
Misconceptions of Sound Ratings The Sound Truth Don Pilz May 28, 2014 No Comments Misconceptions and realities of sound ratings.Read More
ACI Opens Public Discussion for ACI 318-14 May 2, 2014 No Comments Interested parties are invited to provide comments until June 17, 2014.Read More
UP FRONT ASTM Is Not the Code Got ASTM? Mark Fowler May 1, 2014 No Comments Contrary to popular belief, ASTM is not the code; it is a standard referenced by the code.Read More
STUCCO STOP Preventing Cracks in Stucco Controlling the Cracks May 1, 2014 No Comments What it takes to prevent cracking in stucco. Read More
