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  • Fiber Cement Panels as Rainscreens

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    Credit: 1 AIA HSW LU Sponsored by: Nichiha Moisture intrusion in a wall system can cause building defects and health ailments for building occupants. Rainscreens are an important tool in water mitigation. This course reviews the cause and effects of moisture intrusion and, more specifically, the forces that drive rainwater into a building. We will […]

  • Advanced Glazing Solutions for Optimum Daylighting, Energy Performance and User Safety + Wellness

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU | HSW Sponsored by: Panelite Topics discussed include developments in high-performance glazing to address key glazing design objectives – such as solar heat control, daylighting, views, and energy savings – and how honeycomb glazing uses angular selective technology to optimally balance these objectives. The benefits of ample diffuse daylighting on occupant […]

  • The Aluminum Advantage in Fenestration

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: Hydro This course is designed to show the advantages of aluminum extrusion use in many architectural designs, from curtainwall to windows and doors, as well as railings and walkway covers, and will inspire limitless design opportunities for architects and engineers.   Learning Objectives The versatility of aluminum in fenestration […]

  • Reviewing the top six Revit Data Management workflows using Ideate BIMLink

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: Ideate Software Sign up for this informative webinar from Ideate Software. Sash Kazeminejad and Richard Taylor will each review three Revit Data Management workflows that can be greatly improved by using Ideate BIMLink from Ideate Software. Learning Objectives Manage Revit revision data with ease Create new Revit elements from […]

  • High Design/Low Carbon™ Residential Design Environmentally Responsive Design, Construction and Operation

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: Vectorworks This presentation will explore why homes are a critical part of a low carbon future and how to achieve that goal. The technology to make a home highly energy efficient has become close to mainstream, and taking it to the next level, to net zero, is now a […]

  • Rainscreen Systems Made Easy

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    Credit: 1 AIA HSW LU Sponsored by: Sto Corp. This course presents the History of Rainscreen design and explains why rainscreens are an important topic for the building envelope and enclosures. This course enforces the use of control layers to maximize the use of a drained, backed ventilated rainscreen system performance for both new and […]

  • IMP 011 – Designing with Architectural Insulated Metal Wall Panels

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: METL SPAN We review the characteristics that best describe architectural IMPs including the myriad design options available. Topics such as finishes and coatings, trimless ends, folded corners, variable reveals, segmented curves, running bond patterns, sunscreens and integrated windows are reviewed. Structural support considerations including stud walls and tube steel […]

  • Prefabricating Architectural Elegance

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    Credit: 1 AIA HSW LU Sponsored by: Sto Corp. This presentation uses a case history approach to provide an in-depth look at the benefits prefabricated exterior walls bring to construction projects. Effects on aesthetics, constructability, schedule, cost, and design practices are covered. This presentation also outlines how construction teams can optimize job site safety and […]

  • Planning for Waste Management: DSNY’s new rule for residential buildings

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU HSW Sponsored by: AIA New York Committee on the Environment New residential buildings over 150 units in New York City now need to submit a Waste Management Plan for DSNY review at the same time as they submit plans to DOB. Hear from DSNY how the process works, and what they […]

  • Cash is King: Managing Cash Flow for Growth and Profit

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: BQE Software The average days to collect cash in the AEC industry is between 60 to 120 days. In this training, we will examine the complete project lifecycle to understand how cashflow can be increased or decreased. Participants will gain valuable tips to improve cashflow by improving timesheet practices, […]