Discuss the Latest Products – RCI, Inc. 2017 Building Envelope Technology Symposium July 06, 2017 Discover the newest materials and services from industry innovators, November 13-14, 2017 at the Omni Orlando Resort ChampionsGate, Orlando Florida. In addition to the educational presentations, the RCI Building Envelope Technology Symposium provides an excellent opportunity for attendees to discover and discuss the latest technological innovations with representatives from leading building envelope material manufacturers. Industry representatives […] Read More
Cool Roofs on the West Coast: Has Roofing Science Been up to the Task? May 08, 2017 Cool single-ply membranes with highly reflective surfaces have come to represent over 50% of the commercial roofing market. Each year, well over 1.5 billion square feet of these white membranes are installed. However, as with many changes, there have been concerns about unintended consequences associated with this large shift. For example, in northern regions, condensation […] Read More
Call For Abstracts – 2017 RCI, Inc. Building Envelope Technology Symposium April 24, 2017 RCI is seeking abstracts for consideration for the 2017 Symposium on Building Envelope Technology The next RCI Building Envelope Technology Symposium will be held November 13-14, 2017 at the Omni Orlando Resort ChampionsGate (Orlando), Florida Abstracts of each paper (200 words) should be received at RCI headquarters by April 24, 2017. The RCI Building Envelope Symposium Committee […] Read More
Roof Technology and Science I and II, Columbus Ohio, June 6-7 and 8-9 April 12, 2017 Roof Technology and Science I – June 6-7, Columbus, Ohio This two-day course is a first component of a two-part series covering, in detail, aspects of the technology and science of roofing. It covers the history and evolution of roofing up to present-day common applications. It features terminology and technical information regarding roof decks and […] Read More
Building Envelope Crowd-Sourcing Initiative Announced by ORNL April 07, 2017 Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), with funding from the Department of Energy, has issued a challenge to “develop a new material or an installation method that uses readily available products to improve the thermal performance and airtightness of a wall assembly, without compromising the durability of the wall assembly.” See the brief synopsis below. Building […] Read More
Building Envelope Design Education | Roofing, Waterproofing, Exterior Walls March 21, 2017 RCI offers a series of educational courses and seminars throughout the year in the U.S. and Canada covering all segments of the building envelope. Seminar material is continually updated with the latest technology and industry practices. Courses are taught by RCI professional staff and field professionals or RCI volunteers with years of experience and a […] Read More
Enjoy the SoCal Weather | Sign Up to Play in the President-Elect’s Golf Tournament February 07, 2017 Sign up today to join your friends and colleagues on the links at Oak Creek Golf Club, March 17 in Anaheim. It’s a great opportunity to have some fun, get some sun, and network with fellow building envelope industry professionals. The President-Elect’s Golf Tournament is a enjoyable part of the 32nd RCI International Convention and Trade […] Read More
Holes in the Wall: Window Performance, Installation, and Field Quality Control Standards February 01, 2017 INTRODUCTION Holes in exterior walls enclosed with windows, doors, and other related components must be integrated with surrounding building envelope components to effectively separate the outdoor environment from interior conditioned space. At the most basic level, windows allow natural light into buildings and resist the passage of water and excessive air. Windows also limit sound […] Read More
NRCA Releases 2015-16 Market Survey January 31, 2017 The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) has released its 2015-16 market survey, providing information about overall sales volume trends in the roofing industry, as well as material usage and regional breakdowns. The survey shows a ratio of low to steep-slope sales of 74 to 26 percent. Thermoplastic olefin (TPO) remains the market leader with a […] Read More
Earn Up to 25 Hours of Educational Credits @ the RCI Convention and Trade Show January 30, 2017 Each year RCI members from across North America and abroad gather to participate in over 25 hours education covering the latest techniques and technologies in building envelope design, repair, and maintenance. RCI Continuing Educational Credit All registered attendees will receive Continuing Educational Hours (CEHs) based on hourly attendance at educational programs and trade show. AIA […] Read More
