Construction Specifier

JUNE 25, 2024

Without the use of ventilated facades, designers face the challenge of creating exterior walls that effectively manage water over the building’s lifespan, while providing the thermal performance needed to meet energy requirements, such as those outlined in the New York City Energy Conservation Code ( NYCECC ) and NYC’s Local Law 97.

Fire Protection System Installation 59

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Construction Specifier

JULY 2, 2020

Low-slope and steep-slope unvented roof systems ( i.e. insulation and air barrier are applied directly to the underside of the roof deck) are common in applications where designers are seeking cost-effective and energy-efficient roof assemblies. Photo © BigStockPhoto.com. by Anthony J. Nicastro, PE, and Megan A. Toumanios, PE.

Roofing Systems 52

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Stok

AUGUST 28, 2019

This directly translates to building energy codes. In the United States, American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning (ASHRAE) and International Code Council (ICC) primarily lead the efforts to develop energy codes, with help from the U.S. And, the result of this baseline?

Building Code Compliance 70

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 5, 2024

By Karine Galla Air and water-resistive barrier systems play a crucial role in the longevity and performance of commercial buildings, and safeguarding against issues such as excessive energy consumption and moisture-related damage. This also means more installers and contractors on site for installation purposes.

Building Code Compliance 59

Building Code Compliance HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Wall Systems 59