Industry Info & White Papers

Building Envelope Design and Technical Info

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Rain-Screen

MCA - Rain Screen Systems ‘Understanding the Rain-Screen Principal’

MCA - Rainscreen for mold and moisture deterrence

Insulated Panels

MCA - Selection guide for insulated metal panels

Thermal Imaging

The Building Envelope Thermal Bridging Guide

Building Envelope Requirements

Glazing

Window Walls - Blurring the line between glazing products; SGH in CSI 2017

PDF Link Direct link to CSI article

Industry Links

Metal Construction Association

Air Barrier Assoc of America

National Research Council Canada

Building Enclosure Online

Whole Building Design Guide

Window Installation Details for Effective Sealing Practice

Window Installation: Flashing and Sealing

Fire Testing & Related Info

MCA - Choosing Between FR and PE Core Metal Composite Material

MCA - Insulated Metal Panels and NFPA 285