Two Presentations:
1) Mitigating Thermal Bridging with Fluid-Applied Coatings
2) Whole Leakage Air Barrier Testing of High Rise Buildings
Mitigating Thermal Bridging with Fluid-Applied Coatings
Andy Hoffman | Director – Insulation and Specialty Products | Tnemec Company, Inc.
Tel: 816-326-4242 |Â hoffman@tnemec.com
Abstract
It has become more and more evident that the performance of the building envelope can be greatly affected by thermal bridging. This presentation will discuss the use of fluid-applied coatings as a new and innovative solution to minimize thermal bridging in both new and existing buildings. We will cover some key areas of concern where a fluid-applied coating can be utilized without altering the structural design elements of the building and help in saving the owner/end user time and money.
Learning Objectives
- Provide an understanding of aerogel particles, fluid applied insulating coatings, and their ability to help reduce condensation and inhibit moisture buildup inside walls to prevent extensive damage and toxic mold formation.
- Explain areas within a building interior and exterior where thermal bridging is a concern.
- Demonstrate the benefits of using a fluid-applied coating to help address issues with indoor air quality and provide a solution for thermal bridging.
- Discuss standards which address the need for continuous insulation (i.e. ASHRAE 90.1-2010).
Presenter: Andy Hoffman | Director – Insulation and Specialty Products | Tnemec Company, Inc.
As Director of Insulation and Specialty Products, Andy is responsible for new product development, management of specialty high-performance systems, and coordination of their enhancements and application. Andy’s primary focus is overseeing the growth of innovative coatings for Tnemec, especially serving a pivotal role in developing the Aerolon brand. He is well-versed on the insulation market and the attributes of different insulative products. He works daily assisting facility owners on determining where the use of a high-performance insulation coating system would be beneficial. Andy holds a Bachelors of Business Administration as well as a Masters of Business Administration from University of Missouri – Kansas City.
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Whole Leakage Air Barrier Testing of High Rise Buildings
Lee Durston | Principal, Senior Building Science Consultant | Morrison Hershfield
Tel: 770-379-8502Â | LDurston@morrisonhershfield.com
Abstract
Over the past decade, energy codes have brought a number of changes with respect to improving the performance of the building envelope both in design and construction. Most notable is the increasing importance placed on air-leakage through the enclosure and how this often unknown value affects many of the energy efficiency metrics that define the performance of the building. Currently, there are multiple codes and standards requiring varying levels of air tightness as well as varying performance levels and methods of verification. As the requirements and performance implications become better understood, common design and construction practices will experience shifts toward better performance as was experienced in the early years of the USACE requirements on which the private sector codes are based.
Through a review of multiple case studies of current enclosure consulting and whole building air leakage testing, including military, multi-family, and historic renovation, but focusing on high-rise structures this presentation will discuss these codes and standards for validity, impact and relevance.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the impact that Air Barriers have on Energy use of a Building
- Understand the importance of proper Design of Air Barrier Systems in High-Rise Construction
- Understand the importance of proper Construction Quality Control of Air Barrier Systems in High-Rise Construction
- Understand the importance of proper Performance Verification Testing of Air Barrier Systems in High-Rise Construction
Presenter:Â Lee Durston | Principal, Senior Building Science Consultant | Morrison Hershfield
Lee Durston joined the Morrison Hershfield Building Consultation Group in 2013 and heads up the Great Lakes division. Lee has over 14  years of building science experience over a variety of project types including military, mid-rise, high-rise, natatoriums, government, multi-family residential, and sporting venues. Lee performs holistic building envelope consulting and commissioning as well as forensic investigations using his skills in science and engineering to define, analyze, and remediate problems or failures in the building enclosure. Lee provides training for industry professionals, contractors, architects, developers, Navy Facilities Command (NAVFAC) and the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) on topics including Buildings Science, Infrared Thermography, and Air Barrier Design, Construction & Testing.