Managing Moisture with Breathable Membranes  

A complete permeable, energy saving, sustainable systems approach for the building envelope.

Sponsored by VaproShield

This CE Center course is no longer eligible for receiving credits.

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This course provides an overview of innovative rain screen design technology, including discussions on the impact of moisture infiltration on the building envelope, weather-resistive barrier design and construction, and sustainable rain screen design systems for the building envelope.

Sponsor Name

VaproShield
VaproShield’s Permeable Membrane Systems offer: energy saving air barriers, excellent permeability: 50-75 perms, zero VOC?s, no primers, non-asphaltic. They meet or exceed the most rigorous industry standards and code requirements and either self-adhere or mechanically attach. http://www.vaproshield.com/

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
  • Identify changes to wall construction
  • Analyze the function of the building enclosure
  • Explain building design principles and benefits
  • Design membrane systems to manage air and moisture