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Chilled water pipes play a vital role in climate control for industrial, commercial, and institutional facilities, particularly if they provide individual cooling for each room, like schools, hotels, hospitals, etc., or large structures like airports. Chilled water pipes typically help cool a building by transferring heat from the indoor air into cold water forced through […]

Metal roofs require high-temperature roof underlayment because the thermal expansion and contraction of metal roofs will destroy common synthetic and felt underlayments. Metal roofing experts lay high-temperature roof underlayment over the decking and under the metal roof to protect against wind, leaks, ice dams, chemicals, and resin. In addition, underlayment lessens rain noise, keeps the […]

Exterior ductwork carries heated and cooled air from the outdoor HVAC system to the interior of a building or home. Manufacturers design ductwork so the sections fit tightly together and are sealed with mastic materials to enhance the efficiency of the thin-metal ductwork. However, the ductwork’s design must also include exterior HVAC duct insulation wrap, […]

Flashings create weather-resistant seals around vulnerable areas of wall assemblies. Builders today typically choose between liquid applied flashing vs. flash tape products, assuming they comply with the ASTM D570, Standard Test Method for Water Absorption of Plastics, and the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) 127, Hydrostatic Pressure Test. Both flashing products seal […]

Pipeline corrosion prevention aims to protect the world’s extensive network of buried pipelines. Without corrosion protection, pipes can lose their integrity, lowering mechanical strength through the development of exterior cracks and holes, which can lead to failures. A corrosion prevention coating system must resist degradation over time and conduct cathodic protection currents should the coating […]

Investing in a new deck for your house, which can cost between $5,500-10,000+, will provide a beautiful outdoor living space. In addition, a properly built and well-maintained deck will also increase your home’s resale value. You can expect to recoup a good percentage of the building costs of a new wood deck or composite deck […]

  Water and vapor can infiltrate concrete slabs on grade externally and internally, which can damage your flooring and building envelope, compromise the indoor air quality, and even raise your energy bills. Externally, moisture can come from poor plumbing and drainage, rain, below or at the slab’s sides, air humidity, poor ventilation, etc. Internally, moisture […]

HVAC ductwork on the exterior of a building frees up valuable interior space and saves on construction costs. However, it can challenge previous insulation and waterproofing methods like metal or PVC jackets, canvas and mastic, or tar paper and fibrated asphalt. None of these products are successful at waterproofing ductwork because they don’t protect against […]

  Architects often design a steep-slope roof (slopes greater than 4:12) with architectural metal, tile, or slate shingles, giving the house a prominent, dignified appearance. Of concern, roof water leakage from ice dams can plague steep-slope roofs due much to material and design limitations. In addition, changing temperatures will cause architectural tiles to expand and […]