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This event is pending continuing education credit approval. 

Deep Dive into Rainscreens Session 8 delves into two intriguing but often misunderstood design considerations: pressure equalization and compartmentalization of the air cavity. RDH Principal and Senior Building Science Specialist, Dr. John Straube, will explain why pressure equalization is a complementary addition to drained rain control strategies. John will describe the components of a pressure-equalized rainscreen, summarize the factors that affect the degree of pressure equalization performance, and explain the role of compartmentalization in improving water penetration control. You will learn: 

• Pressure moderation/equalization as an additive rain control strategy. 
• Physical components of a pressure-equalized rainscreen. 
• Design and exposure factors that affect pressure equalization performance. 
• When and how compartmentalization may improve water control. 

** This session is designed for architects, designers, contractors, and students. No pre-existing knowledge is required.  

** 1-hour live webinar with the opportunity to ask questions during the event. 

** Attendees who attend this event for at least 50 minutes will receive attendance credit and a certificate of completion via email. Attendees must submit their request for continuing education attendance reporting when they register for the event; no requests for continuing education reporting will be accepted outside of registration.

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