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  • The Dark Side of Email Management: Using email as a force for good

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: Mail Manager When was the last time you met someone who genuinely enjoys opening their work emails? Waking up to a chaotic inbox, and being unable to see critical correspondence across the wider business is generally accepted as the norm. This means information remains in silos, employees don’t have […]

  • Intelligent Window and Vent Automation Technology for Natural Ventilation

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    Credit: 1 AIA HSW LU Sponsored by: WindowMaster An automated window/vent façade can provide a wide range of benefits to a building design, such as, ADA compliance and integration with a fire life safety system for smoke exhaust, but here we will specifically be discussing the application of using the automated façade to provide a […]

  • Insulated Backup Panels - A Simpler Solution

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    Credit: 1 AIA HSW LU Sponsored by: Metal Construction Association This course on backup systems that exceed code requirements for air, thermal, and moisture barrier tightness offers vital insights for architects seeking to enhance building performance and occupant comfort. By implementing these superior systems, architects can significantly reduce energy consumption while ensuring optimal indoor environmental […]

  • Everything you need to know about Testing Rainscreens to AAMA 508 & AAMA 509

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    The purpose of this webinar is to educate manufacturers, architects/ specifiers, as well as authorities having jurisdiction and the building inspection community, about the differences between rainscreen systems, and how they are tested within a laboratory environment. This webinar is designed to provide participants an overview of the AAMA 508 and AAMA 509 standards, with […]

  • Redefining Rooftops: Understanding Rooftop Deck Systems

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU HSW Sponsored by: Bison Rooftop decks create valuable living and recreational space for building owners, residents, and clients. Accommodating restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, and everything from residential to government buildings, rooftop deck systems offer the design flexibility to create versatile, unique outdoor spaces over any structural surface. This course explores the […]

  • Aluminum Extrusions, their Environmental Impact & Strategies for Mitigation

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    Credit: 1 AIA HSW LU Sponsored by: Aluminum Extruders Council For well over a decade, architects, developers and builders have been focused on reducing the carbon footprint of their projects. Through a combination of site-generated energy, highly energy-efficient building systems, and creative design, net-zero buildings have become not only feasible but also practical. But net-zero […]

  • Technical Advances in Structural Insulated Sheathing (SIS)

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    Credit: 1 AIA HSW LU Sponsored by: Dupont This course aims to review various hybridized sheathing solutions and show how the integration of advanced technology has improved performance, capability, and sustainability of SIS. This presentation introduces architects and designers to the many benefits of Structural Insulated Sheathing. In addition to providing structural strength, continuous insulation […]

  • The DEFs of Roller Shade Fabric

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    Credit: 1 AIA HSW LU Sponsored by: Hunter Douglas Architectural This course gives designers and architects a refresher on the ABCs of roller shade fabric before moving into the DEFs; Design considerations, Enhancing acoustical performance, and finally, Fenestration, as each relates to roller shade fabric.   Learning Objectives Understand the basics (or ABCs) of roller […]

  • Embracing AI in Architecture: Cost Efficiency, Sustainability, and Compliance

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: Covetool Join us for a visionary session where innovation meets architecture, led by Sandeep Ahuja, co-founder and CEO of cove.tool. This engaging presentation will explore the evolving landscape of the architectural profession, highlighting the pivotal role of AI-driven technologies alongside traditional methodologies. Participants will learn about the dynamic ways […]

  • Radon Gas Barriers - The SPF Advantage

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    Radon gas is the number 2 cause of lung cancer in North America behind smoking and is prevalent in the vast majority of homes at some level. Local codes are now demanding radon gas testing and mandating the inclusion of some form of radon mitigation strategy in all residential new construction. Home sellers are now […]