ACI Home Performance Conference 2007

PROD 7 - New Construction Products - Picking the Right Ones

Thursday, April 26, 2007 · 8:30 AM - 10:10 AM

Almost daily, new construction products appear with the claims "better and more durable." But are the test results that accompany these claims relevant? Most new products have never been tested within the building assembly in which they will be used. Furthermore, the absence of short-term problems is not a guarantee of long term performance. The best approach to new products is one of caution, skepticism, and vigilance.

By attending this session, participants will

Understand the importance of defining the application or the need before considering the product
Be able to evaluate manufacturers' test results and determine if the selected test is relevant
Know resources that are available to assist in the selection of construction products

Keyword(s):

building materials, building performance, durability, home performance, new construction, off-gasing, products, product selection, sustainability

Type: Workshop
Track: Matching Products & Applications
CEU: American Institute of Architects (AIA) Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI)

Course Presenter(s):

Course Document(s):

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(Click this link to view presentations on the Building Science Corporation website)

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