Overview

Current with the latest International Building Code, this guide for architects and builders covers the principles and approaches to water infiltration prevention for a variety of building types, from residential to commercial buildings. Beginning with an overview of general principles and theories, the book includes specific information on applications such as below-grade conditions, sealants and membranes, then progresses to focus on specific issues surrounding the implementation of these systems. Led by noted expert Elmer Botsai, the book is written by a team of architects recognized for experience in building diagnostics.

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Author:   Elmer E. Botsai ,  Phil Cuccia ,  Hiram Pajo ,  Charles Kaneshiro
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Imprint:   John Wiley & Sons Ltd
Dimensions:   Width: 19.30cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 24.30cm
Weight:   0.672kg
ISBN:  

9780470401651

ISBN 10:   0470401656
Pages:   240
Publication Date:   16 April 2010
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   Awaiting stock  

Table of Contents

Preface . Authors Biographies. Acknowledgments. Introduction. Chapter 1 Requirements of Buildings throughout History. Past Solutions for Shelter and Controlling Water Infiltration. Today s Building Concerns. Sustainable and Green Architecture. Chapter 2 Fundamental Aspects of Water Infiltration Resistant Design. Basic Cause of Water Infiltration. Climate Considerations. Site Considerations. Wind Exposure. Thermal Loads. Structural Movement. Building Configuration. Mechanical Systems. Chapter 3 Performance Criteria and Priorities. Performance and Priorities. Performance Criteria. Thermal Loads. Structural Movement. Chapter 4 Theory of Water Infiltration. Sources of Pressure Differential. How Does Pressure Differential Work? Chapter 5 Theory of Pressure Differential Plane. Importance of Location and Conformity of Pressure Differential Plane. Ramification of Location Relative to Roofing. Ramification of Location Relative to Exterior Walls. Chapter 6 Applications of Horizontal Asphalt Membranes. Roofs and Decks. Felts. Protocol. Flashing. Chapter 7 Plastic Membranes. Substrate. Chapter 8 Below-Grade Conditions. Membrane Systems. Negative Side Waterproofing. Chapter 9 Exterior Walls Systems. Portland Cement Plaster. Exterior Insulation Finish Systems (EIFS). Masonry Walls. Metal Wall Systems. Chapter 10 Metal and Glass Curtain Walls. Metal and Glass Curtain Wall Systems. Fastenings and Joinery of Metal and Glass Curtain Wall Systems. Anchoring Curtain Wall to Structure. The Structural Integrity of the Wall System Itself. Tolerances. Glass. Glazing Conditions. Chapter 11 Sealants and Gaskets. Sealants. Gaskets. Butyl Tapes. Chapter 12 Testing. The Mock-Up. Thermal Expansion Test. Seismic Movement Testing. Air and Water Infiltration Tests. Chapter 13 Installation. Chapter 14 Conclusion and Summary. Bibliography. Glossary. Appendix A: Unit Conversions. Appendix B: Roofing Comparisons. Appendix C: Sealant Classifications. Appendix D: Industry References. Index.

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Elmer E. Botsai, ArchD, FAIA, an architect with more than four decades of experience as a recognized expert in building diagnostics, is the author of two books and served as the 1978 national president of The American Institute of Architects. Charles Y. Kaneshiro, AIA, LEED-AP, is principal with Group 70 International in Honolulu, where he specializes in the design of educational and institutional facilities. Phil T. Cuccia, CSI, CDT, is a specification writer with more than twenty years of architectural experience in preparing specifications and construction documents. Hiram C. Pajo, AIA, who has three decades of experience as an architect, instructor, and quality control manager, has focused his career on the technical aspects of building design.

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