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2026 IBC Updates: Vapor Retarders and Weather Protection for Metal Buildings
Vapor retarders and weather protection requirements for metal buildings are changing. In this blog update, I break down what that means for contractors, architects, and builders.
COMcheck™: A Live Demo with Bill “The Code Man” Beals
Join Bill “The Code Man” Beals Thursday, October 26th at 2:15 p.m. ET for a free COMcheck™ demonstration. Participants will earn 1 AIA LU/HSW and/or a certificate of completion.
Mid-Year Energy Code Update
I’ve been on the move and traveling the country, giving energy code presentations and attending industry meetings. In this mid-year energy code update, I’m sharing the trends I’ve observed from state to state, with a focus on the challenges and opportunities the IECC 2021/ASHRAE 90.1-2019 energy code cycle poses for metal building contractors, erectors, and designers.
Commercial Energy Codes & MBI: What to Know In 2023
Happy 2023, folks. We’re kicking off the new year with something a little different: A video summary of the current energy code landscape, plus what you need to know as we move into 2023. I also cover the metal building insulation systems that meet the most...
This Just In: Several States Adopt New Commercial Energy Codes
It’s officially the start of fall, folks, and you know what that means: A quick commercial energy code wrap-up. Here’s a short-and-sweet update on what’s been happening around the country. Also, are you attending METALCON? Join me for a free AIA-accredited course on...
Commercial Energy Code Update: What to Know for 2022
Learn more about the top commercial energy code updates you need to know for 2022.
2020 Code Update: Taking A Look At The Remainder Of The Year
Let’s dive into the top building envelope code updates you need to know for the rest of 2020.
Metal Buildings & Energy Codes: A Webinar With The Code Man
Join me Thursday, November 14th at 1 p.m. ET for a free webinar on the metal building envelope code changes you need to know. Participants will earn 1 AIA LU/HSW and/or a certificate of completion.
2019 Commercial Energy Codes Update
I got together with the folks at Metal Construction News and Metal Architecture to organize a webinar that will summarize the key commercial energy code information I’ve talked about over the past year.
IECC 2015 And ASHRAE 90.1-2013: What You Need To Know
The next commercial energy code cycle for most states is the IECC 2015 code and ASHRAE 90.1-2013 alternative path.