Rainscreens as external cladding have been around for decades, but advancements in technology have made them increasingly popular. This is due to two key factors—their ability to deliver optimal performance metrics, and the flexibility they provide when it comes to design options.
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The Grand Valley Chapter is holding a webinar on “Rainscreen Claddings and Drained Walls: Technology, Codes, and Regulation” on Thursday, October 15. Networking will be from 12:45 to 1 p.m., followed by the presentation from 1 to 2 p.m.
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Looking at the façade industry today and for the future, there is a progression toward lightweight/low-mass solutions. This is in response to the demand for lowering the amount of embodied energy in the construction industry in an effort to address environmental impact of buildings. Lowering the weight suspended from the building superstructure will also save costs.
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The construction industry has seen a tremendous influx of new building materials over the past 10 years. Many of these products serve a real value, but with new offerings come new questions. Sometimes, innovation and evolution need to slow down and allow for proper training and education to catch up.
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