Fiberglass Mat Gypsum: Building Envelope Technology

 
Sponsored by Georgia-Pacific Gypsum

Learning Objectives:

  1. The participant will be able to define what a Building Envelope is and how it contributes to sound design and good building practices
  2. Evaluate Moisture Management strategies when specifying fiberglass mat gypsum panels
  3. Compare and evaluate the various construction delivery methods, and the concept of Critical Path Sequencing
  4. Identify and define the ways that Fiberglass mat gypsum technology helps address potential moisture and mold issues in various building envelope scenarios

Credits:

HSW
1 AIA LU/HSW
This test is no longer available for credit
Discussing the basic principles of good envelope design, this webinar will review current state-of-practice in building envelope technologies and systems. It will then explore how fiberglass mat gypsum technology can help architects design envelope assemblies that minimize construction sequencing problems and improve overall performance at the same time.

 

Georgia-Pacific Building Products Georgia-Pacific Building Products has a legacy of creating strong, durable, sustainable building materials from exterior sheathing products to drywall in walls and ceilings to industry leading roof products and supporting products from lumber to subfloors to fire doors. We help members of the building community build quality commercial and residential construction projects all over the world. GP Building Products is the largest producer of structural wood panels (plywood and OSB) in North America and is a leading producer of gypsum building products, lumber and composite panels.

We support commercial and residential architects, designers, building material dealers, contractors and builders with tools, education and supporting resources that help the building community advance their knowledge, hone their craft, and make the best product decisions for their projects.

 

Originally published in October 2011

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