Inside ABAA’s pre-conference workshops at Buildings XVI

By Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA).  

With 11 targeted sessions, ABAA delivers focused education that addresses modern enclosure challenges and emerging industry trends. 

The Buildings XVI Conference is drawing industry attention once again, and this year the Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA) is giving participants a head start. Before the main event begins, ABAA will host a full day of technical workshops on December 7 designed to help building professionals deepen their understanding of air barrier science and enclosure performance. 

ABAA has assembled 11 sessions that span the full spectrum of modern building enclosure challenges. The selections cover everything from codes and product compatibility to climate adaptation, diagnostic testing and emerging materials.  

This year’s workshops reflect the rapid evolution in building science, where new performance expectations and climate pressures demand stronger enclosure strategies. The sessions mirror the issues shaping specifications, detailing practices and on-site execution across the industry. 

Professionals planning to attend can secure their spot through this registration portal. 

A deep dive into today’s most pressing building enclosure topics 

Attendees can choose from sessions including: 

• Update on the Current Codes: What Affects the Air Barrier Industry 
• High Temp and Compatibility of Membranes 
• ABAA Research: Yesterday, Today and the Future 
• Whole Building Air Leakage Testing Updates 
• Warmer, Wetter and Windier: Future-Proofing Your Building Enclosure for a Changing Climate 
• Air Sealing Existing Buildings — including strategies that prove it can be done efficiently 
• What is CFM50 Not Telling You? Moving from “one number” to a full building performance approach 
• Real-Time Building Air Leakage Visualization: Demo and Research Progress — showing that yes, you can see air leaks 
• Buildings Move, Buildings Leak — exploring the mechanical realities behind performance 
• Self-Adhered Membrane Applications: What Does It Really Mean to Stick? 
• Emerging Materials: Benefits and Limitations of MgO-Based Sheathing Products 

This diverse curriculum ensures that attendees can tailor the day to their professional interests — whether they’re focused on design, construction, commissioning or research. 

Connect with ABAA throughout Buildings XVI 

After the workshop program, ABAA will be on-site at the Buildings XVI Conference from December 8–11. Attendees are encouraged to visit the ABAA booth to meet with technical experts, explore certification and training opportunities, and learn more about ongoing research initiatives. 

Original article and photo source: ABAA