ACI Home Performance Conference 2007
BLD 6 - Durable Wall Systems
Wednesday, April 25, 2007 · 3:30 PM - 5:10 PMWall durability is achieved through a wide range of requirements. Explore what it takes to attain durable walls in extreme climates of extreme clients (and everywhere else). The basic deterioration mechanisms will be introduced, followed by general strategies. Learn how to utilize these strategies in energy efficient buildings. Retrofit and new enclosure wall case studies will be presented.
By attending this session, participants will
1. Learn the deterioration mechanisms that limit durability
2. Understand the strategies needed to develop durable new and retrofit walls
3. Be able to design / specify a durable and energy efficient wall system
Keyword(s): climate, durability, energy efficient, new construction, retrofit, wall systems
Type: Workshop
Track: Build it Right
CEU: Energy and Environmental Building Association (EEBA) American Institute of Architects (AIA) American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI) Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI) National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI)
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