Metal Retrofit: The Structural Nuances of Purlins and Subpurlins You Should Not Overlook November 3, 2025 WHEN AN EXISTING metal roof has reached the end of its life, retrofitting often proves to be the easiest, least invasive, and most cost-effective way to replace it. Beneath the surface… Codes and Standards
Achieving Building Enclosure Durability Using CSA S478 November 3, 2025 Achieving Building Enclosure Durability Using CSA S478 BACKGROUND The standards division of the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) develops consensus standards and guideline documents for, among other industries, the design and construction… Codes and Standards
From the CEO: New Branch, New Volunteer Opportunity November 3, 2025 From the CEO By Brian Pallasch, EVP & CEO New Branch, New Volunteer Opportunity California. Volunteers are essential to IIBEC’s mission: to advance the profession of building enclosure consulting.
Transforming 240 Markland Drive, Etobicoke: A Blueprint for Decarbonizing Multiunit Residential Buildings November 3, 2025 INTRODUCTION When the developer first laid eyes on the 1960s building (Fig. 1), the scene was far from inspiring. The building’s exterior was marked by aged masonry walls, aging single-pane windows,… Technical Article
That’s a Wrap for IIBEC’s 2025 BES in St. Louis October 30, 2025 The 2025 IIBEC Building Enclosure Symposium (BES) kicked things off October 26 with the Otter-ly Fin-tastic Welcome Reception. Attendees reconnected, made new friends, and, most important, got to enjoy the shark and otter wall. Thank you to everyone who joined us and our sponsor Carlisle Architectural Metals. Your energy set the perfect tone for the days ahead! About IIBEC
IIBEC Calls on Massachusetts Legislature to Safeguard Fair, Qualifications-Based Design Procurement October 29, 2025 IIBEC has submitted a letter to the Massachusetts Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight expressing concerns regarding Bill H.3424, An Act to Enhance Cooperative Purchasing Opportunities for Cities and Towns. Government Relations
IIBEC Advocates for Transparency and Fair Competition in Canada October 27, 2025 On October 14, 2025, IIBEC sent a letter to the Fraser Health Authority in British Columbia, Canada, outlining recommendations to enhance its bidding process, protect the public interest, and ensure independent professional design services. The letter cautioned against single-source procurement approaches, which can bypass established safeguards, conflict with provincial procurement regulations, and increase project costs. Government Relations
IIBEC’s CBECxP Certification Program Receives ANAB Accreditation October 20, 2025 The International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC) is proud to announce that its Certified Building Enclosure Commissioning Provider (CBECxP) certification program has been accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) under the international standard ISO/IEC 17024. Professional Registrations
