ABAA Air Barrier Association of America

ABAA Air Barrier Association of America We are the National Voice of the Air Barrier Industry in America. We do Air Barriers right for energy

The Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA) is a national, not-for-profit trade association that consists of a wide cross section of stakeholders in the building enclosure industry. Their membership includes manufacturers, architects, engineers, trade contractors, researchers, testing & audit agencies, consultants and building owners. ABAA is the national voice of the air barrier industry and ha

s raised the level of quality in the industry through a Quality Assurance Program and offers premier training, certification, product evaluations, contractor accreditation and site quality control audits. ABAA is active in the areas of research, education, standards development, building codes and technical resources for the air barrier industry. ABAA is focused on leading the industry into the future in a progressive and professional manner.

Join us next Thursday for 'Skin Deep Efficiency: Engineering Performance-Driven Facades', presented by Manan Raval and J...
06/19/2026

Join us next Thursday for 'Skin Deep Efficiency: Engineering Performance-Driven Facades', presented by Manan Raval and Jun Schick Lee:

Building façades play a critical role in shaping energy performance, occupant comfort, durability, and architectural identity. This course explores how façade and cladding systems influence building efficiency through thermal control, daylighting, solar management, and material selection. Participants will examine performance-driven design strategies that balance aesthetics with measurable building outcomes, while also considering constructability, code compliance, and long-term sustainability goals. Through real-world examples and practical design considerations, attendees will learn how to evaluate façade systems in the context of energy codes, façade safety requirements, and urban building performance demands. The course will also introduce fundamental performance analysis methods –including energy modeling and daylight simulation tools –to support informed decision-making during the design process. Emphasis will be placed on understanding trade-offs between architectural expression and building performance, enabling participants to develop façade solutions that align with project objectives, occupant needs, and environmental responsibility.

Click the link to register for the webinar:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4155375954303831385?source=Social+Media

06/18/2026

Education never ends - every install is a learning opportunity.

Training, auditing and experience work together to raise the standard on every project.

Learn more about ABAA's QAP by clicking the link: https://ow.ly/K5RI50YKwLg

The Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA) is pleased to sponsor the 2026 Wagdy Anis Symposium on June 25.This respec...
06/17/2026

The Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA) is pleased to sponsor the 2026 Wagdy Anis Symposium on June 25.

This respected industry event brings together professionals from across the building enclosure community to share knowledge, discuss emerging challenges, and advance best practices in design and construction.

We are particularly proud that Brian Stroik—ABAA member, past Chair, and former Director—will deliver the keynote address. Brian's leadership and contributions to the industry have helped shape the conversation around building performance, durability, and quality assurance, and we look forward to hearing his perspective.

We hope to see you there as we continue working together to advance excellence in building enclosure performance.

To learn more about the symposium and to register, click the link below:
https://ow.ly/76vR50Z8YLI

Join us tomorrow, Thursday, for 'What the Heck are Air Barriers, V***r Barriers, and Water-Resistive Barriers? A Simplif...
06/17/2026

Join us tomorrow, Thursday, for 'What the Heck are Air Barriers, V***r Barriers, and Water-Resistive Barriers? A Simplified Look at Air Barriers & Thermal Bridging', presented by Laverne Dalgleish:

These terms are often described as simple—so why is there so much confusion? This presentation explains what air barriers, v***r barriers, and water-resistive barriers are, and when a single material may serve more than one function. That overlap is often where misunderstandings arise. The session explores which barriers are critical, which may be less so, and how their role can change depending on where they are installed within the building envelope. The impact of thermal bridging on barrier performance is also examined.

Click the link to register for the webinar:
https://ow.ly/Xjyk50Zb8AJ

Level I Certification is designed for blower door technicians with some experience testing residential and low-rise (3-s...
06/16/2026

Level I Certification is designed for blower door technicians with some experience testing residential and low-rise (3-story) buildings and businesses wanting to expand blower door testing to include large buildings.

To learn more about level 1 certification and to begin your certification process, click the link below:
https://ow.ly/W67e50PXPuf

Check out our article of the week, Contractor Tip - Precision Points Scupper DetailingClick the link below to read:http...
06/15/2026

Check out our article of the week, Contractor Tip - Precision Points Scupper Detailing

Click the link below to read:
https://airbarrier.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Contractors-Tip-Precision-Points-Scupper-Detailing.pdf

Join us next Thursday for 'What the Heck are Air Barriers, V***r Barriers, and Water-Resistive Barriers? A Simplified Lo...
06/12/2026

Join us next Thursday for 'What the Heck are Air Barriers, V***r Barriers, and Water-Resistive Barriers? A Simplified Look at Air Barriers & Thermal Bridging', presented by Laverne Dalgleish:

These terms are often described as simple—so why is there so much confusion? This presentation explains what air barriers, v***r barriers, and water-resistive barriers are, and when a single material may serve more than one function. That overlap is often where misunderstandings arise. The session explores which barriers are critical, which may be less so, and how their role can change depending on where they are installed within the building envelope. The impact of thermal bridging on barrier performance is also examined.

Click the link to register for the webinar:
https://ow.ly/RH8g50Zb8B1

06/11/2026

What does "verified" truly mean?

It means the installation has been reviewed, documented and confirmed in the field.

Not assumed. Not implied. Proven.

Learn more about ABAA's QAP by clicking the link: https://ow.ly/K5RI50YKwLg

Join us tomorrow for 'Thermal Innovations for Wall Assemblies', presented by Aric Hutchinson:Thermal innovations are nec...
06/10/2026

Join us tomorrow for 'Thermal Innovations for Wall Assemblies', presented by Aric Hutchinson:

Thermal innovations are necessary as energy codes evolve. In this seminar, we discuss innovative design strategies to address thermal bridges in wall assemblies and the impact they have on air barriers.

Click the link to register for the webinar:
https://ow.ly/CaWt50Z86lb

As more jurisdictions add blower door testing to their building codes and design professionals and building owners deman...
06/09/2026

As more jurisdictions add blower door testing to their building codes and design professionals and building owners demand it to prove proper installation, the need for whole building air tightness testing services is increasing - A perfect opportunity to grow your business by becoming an ABAA certified Blower Door Technician.

The ABAA certification program has two tracks, designed to reflect your existing knowledge, skills and abilities to conduct a whole building airtightness test: Level I Technician and Level II Technician.

Learn more about the different paths to certification and the Whole Building Airtightness Program by clicking the link below:
https://ow.ly/Zf1R50XKweK

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