Closing Code Loopholes: Cool Roofs and Condensation in Reroofs and Re-covers June 1, 2021 Kade Gromowski RBEC, RRC, RWC, REWC, PE Editor’s Note: Although this article focuses on condensation related to cool roofs, it is acknowledged that condensation can occur in any type of roof system when the… Interface Highlight
Biden’s Infrastructure Proposal: What You Need to Know Now May 21, 2021 President Biden’s $4.3-trillion infrastructure proposal is a key part of his domestic agenda and addresses a number of Democratic proposals such as $100 billion for school construction and $225 billion to expand paid family and… News/Advocacy
Biden Administration to Develop Performance Standards for Federal Buildings May 21, 2021 In conjunction with the 2021 Better Buildings, Better Plants Summit! organized by the Department of Energy (DOE), the Biden Administration announced a program to make buildings more affordable, cleaner, and resilient. The… News/Advocacy
May 2021 President’s Message May 19, 2021 Many of us in the architectural, engineering, and consulting world come from academic backgrounds and fear one word above all others. That evil five-letter word is . . . General Interest
Roof Drainage May 15, 2021 in overflow drainage design theory. Historically, most primary and secondary roof drainage systems were designed based upon the 1-hour duration, 100-year rainfall rate. This 1-hour duration, 100- year rainfall… Codes and Standards
IIBEC Technical Advisory No. 020-2021: Roof Covering Systems and New Concrete Roof Decks May 15, 2021 Roof membrane and roof assembly installations over new concrete roof decks have always been prone to moisture-related problems due to latent moisture release by the concrete as it continues to cure. The problems are due to the release of excess moisture from the concrete into the roof assembly, which can impact roof system securement, the roof membrane, roof insulation, and related components. Moisture-related problems for roof membrane and roof assembly installations over concrete decks have increased significantly in recent years with changes in roofing materials, adhesives, construction practices, and schedules. Codes and Standards
