Understanding Permeability in Products & Systems
Evaluating current building assemblies
Sponsored by OX Engineered Products | Presented by Lee Bybee, M Arch/MBA
Webinar On-Demand
This course will review an in-depth breakdown of permeability standards for both products and systems. The attendees will learn more about the multiple building products and how they perform in permeability standards. Discussion points to include the changes of the current energy codes and the requirements for the use of permeable and nonpermeable products. The participant will be able to better evaluate their current building assemblies and understand the requirements that are dictated by current codes.
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With 25 years of experience in the construction and architecture industries, Lee Bybee is an expert in architectural project management, sales management, and developing client relationships. Lee has been with Ox Engineered Products since 2015. As their Director of Commercial Accounts and Architectural Services, Lee manages over 30 sales representatives across the United States. He holds both a master’s degree in architecture and an MBA from Texas Tech University. An avid mountain biker, Lee lives and rides in the gorgeous city of Golden, Colorado. |
OX Engineered Products is a leading specialty manufacturer of structural sheathing and thermal insulation building products. OX provides a variety of building materials serving both the residential and commercial construction markets throughout the U.S. OX products are designed to allow builders to save time and money while meeting the most stringent building code standards.
Originally published in Architectural Record
Originally published in October 2023
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Identify the differences between Permeable and Nonpermeable materials.
- Review the differences between the 4 categories of permeable products and how they are rated.
- Recall the different testing methods used in rating different materials and assemblies.
- Discuss how vapor drive works along with proper specification of building materials in different climates.
