Tag Archives: Durability

Durability of Brick Veneer: A deeper look at masonry anchors

January 17, 2014

A well-defined selection and layout of masonry veneer anchors can improve performance and durability of enclosures using masonry veneer cladding. Often, the masonry veneer is shown on architectural drawings and the anchors are included in the specifications.

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Ensuring Balcony Durability: Waterproofing details that stand the test of time

November 30, 2013

The durability of wood-framed balconies varies widely, with too many suffering from leaks, visible damage on the finishes below, and concealed structural damage from continued water migration. Balconies are vulnerable to decay because they catch rainfall and direct it to a myriad of intersecting planes.

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Investigating Sheathing Durability: Recommended IR camera specifications

October 2, 2013

Several factors should be considered before investing in an infrared thermography (IRT) camera.* Issues such as ergonomics and easy user interface play a vital role in enabling efficient use of equipment. From a technical standpoint, minimum requirements are usually recommended.

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Investigating Sheathing Durability: Professional organizations, standard practices, and operator training

October 2, 2013

There is no universal organization that governs the activities of the infrared thermography (IRT) industry. However, several professional societies have published standard practices that provide guidelines for the training of personnel, IRT surveys, and camera hardware recommendations.

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Investigating Sheathing Durability: Infrared surveys in hot climates

October 2, 2013

The ability to detect trapped moisture within a wall system is useful in evaluating the condition of an exterior wall system, and critical for evaluating sheathing durability. Finding hidden water using non-destructive techniques such as infrared imaging can be useful if the techniques are used correctly.

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