Exterior Walls: so many components, so many materials - will the result really meet the code? NFPA 285 may govern and may limit available choices, so know what triggers the need to comply before the final wall assembly is designed.
Insulation, MCM, and NFPA 285
by David Stutzman | Aug 19, 2014 | B2010, Design Considerations, Division 07, exterior wall, Insulation, MCM, Product Applications, publications, NFPA 285, Specifications, Tech Tips
Just What Are We Specifying?
by David Stutzman | Jul 29, 2013 | B2010, CONSTRUCT, contract documents, CSI, exterior wall, Master Specifications, Office Masters, Professional Practice, Specifications, specifying, work results
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Exterior Sealant Joint Design - Tech Tips Published
by David Stutzman | Nov 16, 2009 | B2010, exterior wall, failures, publications, Tech Tips
When sealants fail, the integrity of the entire building is in jeopardy. Calculate the size ans spacing so joint sealants will accommodate the expected thermal movement. Select joint sealants that are rated to withstand the total joint movement. And test..
