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Chapter 26 of the IBC 2006 building code requires foam insulations used inside the building weather barrier to be protected by a thermal barrier. The code defines thermal barriers as 1/2 inch thick gypsum wallboard or equivalent to limit the...
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What functions must an air barrier perform? It may be more than the obvious. Learn about the types, functions, performance, difficulties, and details...
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In doing various product research for our clients, we come across some products that immediately grab our attention, at least that was the case for...
Improving acoustic ratings for partitions and floors depends on increasing sound transmission losses to minimize unwanted air borne and structure...
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Conspectus wishes to congratulate our client, WATG, and the entire project team for achieving LEED Platinum Certification for the Bardessono Inn and...
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Today CSI's Specifying Practice Group discussed "What Can You Expect of a Specifier?" As an independent specifier, I presented the specifier's point...
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Why should you consider an independent document review?
