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Thermally efficient, airtight and durable building enclosure designs have evolved from existing North American practices with the introduction of many new materials to the local market in recent years. These materials include air barrier systems, improved tapes and sealants, thermally efficient cladding supports and unique fasteners, along with higher performing fenestration and insulation products. Many … Continued
Join in-person or by webinar. Description Part 9 residential construction is evolving and the Building Envelope Guide for Houses has now been updated to reflect many new and expanded industry methods. This includes proven techniques and high-performance assemblies that support advances in energy efficiency and seismic provisions. A new section also explores Insulated Concrete Form … Continued
Learn how to detail an air barrier now and meet the BC Energy Step Code air-tightness standards with a hands-on training held near you. This one day training covers air-tightness from top to bottom in a day. Starting with a short discussion on what an air barrier is, and how to define it on your … Continued
Sponsored by ZEBx. Maximize your lunch hour! Network with subject matter experts and learn from industry leading projects in an intimate and relaxed setting. About this Event Taking place on the last Friday of every month, the ZEBx Decarb Lunch brings together industry silos to discuss emerging solutions and barriers related to zero emission buildings. … Continued
Webinar – Fire Protection and Energy Efficiency Solutions for Multi Buildings: Details and Top 10 Innovative Construction Tips Cost: complimentary | CPD: 2 points Part 3 residential construction is growing in Canada as multi buildings provide more sustainable and affordable residential options as compared to houses. BCIT and CertainTeed are proud to deliver this free … Continued
The British Columbia Institute for Technology’s School of Construction and the Environment is offering a new online course, Zero Energy Building Fundamentals. The course, which runs February 15 to March 10, aims to bring building-science instruction to industry professionals around the province. Instructors include a building scientist, an integrated-design process facilitator, an energy advisor, a carpenter, and an … Continued
About this Event The building performance landscape in BC has changed, with a renewed focus on building envelopes. The BC Building Code, the Vancouver Building Bylaw, as well as standards like Passive House and Canada Green Building Council's (CaGBC) Zero Carbon Building all require the evaluation of thermal bridging performance. A wholistic approach to building … Continued
Learn how to detail an air barrier now and meet the BC Energy Step Code air-tightness standards with a hands-on training held near you. This one day training covers air-tightness from top to bottom in a day. Starting with a short discussion on what an air barrier is, and how to define it on your … Continued
Learn how to detail an air barrier now and meet the BC Energy Step Code air-tightness standards with a hands-on training held near you. This one day training covers air-tightness from top to bottom in a day. Starting with a short discussion on what an air barrier is, and how to define it on your … Continued
The British Columbia Institute for Technology’s School of Construction and the Environment is offering a new online course, Zero Energy Building Fundamentals. The course, which runs February 15 to March 10, aims to bring building-science instruction to industry professionals around the province. Instructors include a building scientist, an integrated-design process facilitator, an energy advisor, a carpenter, and an … Continued