Recent Topics on Waterproofing Systems in Japan May 15, 2006 Tanaka and Miyauchi – 163 Proceeedings of the RCI 21st International Convention Recent Topics on Waterproofing Systems in Japan Roof Consultants Institute Kyoji Tanaka and Hiroyuki Miyauchi Tokyo Institute of Technology Midori, Yokohama, Japan ABSTRACT Four topics on waterproofing systems in Japan will be described. (1) Mechanically-fastened waterproofing systems and polyurethane, fluidapplied ones are increasingly […] Read More
Is PVC Really the Bad Boy of Sustainable Design? May 15, 2005 The U.S. Green Building Council’s discussion on whether or not to offer a LEED™ (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) credit for projects that refrain from using PVC (polyvinyl chloride) has re-energized the debate over PVC and the environment. The arguments for this 20-plus-year dispute provide us with an excellent opportunity to consider what really […] Read More
Waterproofing Under Green (Garden) Roofs – Part 2 of 2 May 15, 2005 This is part two of a two-part series on waterproofing membranes under green (garden) roofs. The first part, published last month, traced the history of waterproofing membranes under plazas and earth-covered, below-grade spaces, and discussed the various types of waterproofing systems currently marketed and their advantages and disadvantages for use under green roof systems. This part covers the attributes of candidate membranes and offers a list of minimum physical properties proposed to satisfy the specific needs for those membranes exposed to continuous moist environments, aggressive chemicals, root invasion, and abusive maintenance. Additionally, it discusses failures and offers case studies to illustrate them. Read More
Waterproofing Under Green (Garden) Roofs – Part 1 of 2 May 15, 2005 ABSTRACT Green vegetative roofs have become increasingly popular, encouraged by government and private groups who have focused on their ecological benefits. But in stressing these benefits, many proponents have ignored or dismissed the importance of the underlying waterproofing membrane upon which the success or failure of the green roof assembly depends. This article discusses the […] Read More
LEED Accreditation and Certification as it Applies to the Roof Consultant March 22, 2005 Pathways to Professionalism Proceedings of the RCI 20th International Convention & Trade Show Miami Beach, Florida March 31 – April 5, 2005 © Roof Consultants Institute 1500 Sunday Drive, Suite 204 • Raleigh, NC 27607 Phone: 919-859-0742 • Fax: 919-859-1328 • http://www.rci-online.org LEED™ Accreditation and Certification as it Applies to the Roof Consultant Richard L. […] Read More
How Do Roofs Wear Out? March 22, 2005 Pathways to Professionalism Proceedings of the RCI 20th International Convention & Trade Show Miami Beach, Florida March 31 – April 5, 2005 © Roof Consultants Institute 1500 Sunday Drive, Suite 204 • Raleigh, NC 27607 Phone: 919-859-0742 • Fax: 919-859-1328 • http://www.rci-online.org How Do Roofs Wear Out? William A. Kirn, RRC National Coatings Corporation Camarillo, […] Read More
