When considering solar control, most think of reducing heat gain. There is no question this is a significant part of what an effective exterior shading system should achieve. However, energy from the sun also...
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Getting to the bottom of moisture management
(02/06/2015)
Both gravity and temperature can create misunderstandings resulting in improper or inadequate moisture management design for the exterior building envelope. The lowest point of a building envelope is the wettest because of gravity’s influence...
The effectiveness of different drip edge designs
(02/05/2015)
Control of rainwater is a primary function of the building enclosure. Water penetrating the roof, wall, and foundation can cause deterioration of the building’s structure, damage to property, and mould growth. Water on the...
Watertight façades are critical for the longevity and durability of any building, especially in damp, coastal climates. Water, snow, and wind can cause premature failures of building enclosures and multi-layer façade systems—such as rainscreen...
Perspective sought for Canadian national BIM survey
(02/03/2015)
A new survey about the use of building information modelling (BIM) in this countryhas been prepared by the Institute for BIM in Canada (IBC) and Digicon Information, in collaboration with the United Kingdom’s National...
Reinforced Concrete Corrosion: A silent killer
(02/03/2015)
Concrete has many advantages, including formability and durability. The material has high compressive strength, which is defined as the maximum compressive load a body can bear prior to failure. However, concrete is actually quite...
Canada now has 2000 LEED-certified projects
(02/03/2015)
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), the rating system of the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC) reached two major milestones in 2014. In total, 538 Canadian projects were LEED-certified and 501 registered for...
Do you have your OMS?
(01/30/2015)
The time requirements, and likely the initial cost, are the main obstacles to firms having their own office master specifications (OMS). However, it need not be such a frightening endeavour. In this article, I...
Greenest School in Canada competition underway
(01/27/2015)
The Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC) and Canada Coalition for Green Schools are once again holding a competition to find the country’s greenest school. In its second year, the contest is open to K–12 schools...
The Standards Council of Canada (SCC) has approved two new national standards to help provide tangible, long-term living improvements to those in the North. The pair of national standards will help manage the risk...
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