Thin Brick Insulated Precast Wall Systems: A High-Performance Solution Feature March 13, 2025 Thin Brick Insulated Precast Wall Systems: A High-Performance Solution Feature By Jim Schneider, LEED AP ARCHITECT LUDWIG MIES van der Rohe once famously said, “Architecture starts when you carefully… Codes and Standards
From the CEO: Building Resiliency in 2025 March 13, 2025 From the CEO By Brian Pallasch, CAE ©2025 International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC) such widescale destruction? Our profession will have a large role in addressing these challenges as…
Self-Adhered Membrane Applications: What Does It Really Mean to Stick? March 13, 2025 Self-Adhered Membrane Applications: What Does It Really Mean to Stick? Finally, the third main characteristic of any PSA, regardless of specific chemistry, is tack. This is the spontaneous ability of… Codes and Standards
Blindside Waterproofing Systems for Hydrostatic Conditions: Lessons Learned & Good Practice March 13, 2025 Blindside Waterproofing Systems for Hydrostatic Conditions: Lessons Learned & Good Practice INTRODUCTION With the increasing demand for housing and expansive growth of multi-unit residential building (MURB) developments in downtown Toronto… Technical Article
New Board, Foundations’ Auction, and Annual Presidents Banquet Mark Final Day of the 2025 IIBEC International Convention and Trade Show March 10, 2025 IIBEC announced the results of its recent board and officer elections during the final day of its 2025 International Convention and Trade Show on Sunday, March 9, during its Annual Meeting of the Members. The day also included the RCI-IIBEC Foundations’ Live Auction and the President’s Annual Banquet, as well as numerous education sessions. About IIBEC
IIBEC Announces 2025–2026 Board of Directors March 9, 2025 Orlando, Florida—The International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC) on March 9, 2025, announced the results of its recent board and officer elections. IIBEC President Robért Hinojosa, F-IIBEC, RBEC, RRO, REWO, PE, CDT, passed the president’s gavel to new IIBEC President Chris Dawkins, PE, making Hinojosa IIBEC’s immediate past president. Jennifer Hogan, REWC, RRO, BArchSci, CET, CRE, LEED AP, Certified Passive House Consultant, is IIBEC’s new first vice president, and Burt Carver, RRC, RRO, is IIBEC’s new second vice president. Joining the IIBEC Executive Committee as its secretary-treasurer is Julie Palmer, LEED AP. New to the IIBEC Board of Directors for 2025–2026 are Region I Director Norm Crouse, RRO, and Region III Director Eric R. Raatz, RBEC, CBECxP, RRO. Re-elected for a second term are Region II Director Nicholas Tribble, RRO, CCI2, and Region VII Director Stephanie Robinson, BASc, PEng. Media Relations
Awards Ceremony, Trade Show Shine During Day Three of the 2025 IIBEC Convention and Trade Show March 9, 2025 The Annual Awards Ceremony and second day of IIBEC’s trade show, as well as the industry’s best education sessions, continued to provide attendees of the 2025 IIBEC International Convention and Trade Show with a dynamic in-person experience. About IIBEC