The CertainTeed Plant Tour was a great success…Thank you GCP and CertainTeed for hosting.

International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants Puget Sound Chapter
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The CertainTeed Plant Tour was a great success…Thank you GCP and CertainTeed for hosting.

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Exterior wall QA and Rooftop QA.
Course Description: Exterior Wall Quality Assurance- Course Summary :This course is intended for professionals observing exterior wall systems, including quality assurance observers, field inspectors, manufacturers, and general contractors. The scope of topics includes the construction of exterior walls, including back-up wall construction, air barriers, vapor retarders, water-resistive barriers, flashing, insulation, concrete, masonry, stucco, EIFS, metal panels, terracotta, and sealant. Participants will gain an understanding of the process for documenting whether exterior wall systems are installed in accordance with construction documents.
Learning Objectives: Identify applicable codes and standards for exterior wall construction projects.- Analyze various types of exterior walls and the attributes of each.- Explain the activities and responsibilities of the observer during the construction administration phase.- Describe installation methods consistent with major wall system types.
This course has been approved for 8.0 IIBEC Continuing Education Hours
This course has been approved for 8.0 AIA LU/HSW
AIA Program Number: RTQA_2025_L
Course Description: Rooftop Quality Assurance-This combined quality assurance training provides an in-depth overview of best practices for observing and verifying rooftop and exterior wall installations. The program focuses on understanding major roof and wall system assemblies, the roles and responsibilities of quality assurance professionals, and techniques for documenting compliance with construction documents and owner requirements. Attendees will gain practical insight into common installation challenges, system interfaces, and performance risks, along with strategies to identify deficiencies early and support durable, high-performing building enclosure systems.
Learning Objectives: -Identify applicable codes and standards relating to exterior wall construction projects. -Analyze various types of exterior walls and the attributes of each.-Explain the activities and responsibilities of the observer during the construction administration phase.-Describe installation methods consistent with major wall system types.
This course has been approved for 8.0 IIBEC Continuing Education Hours
This course has been approved for 8.0 AIA LU/HSW
AIA Program Number: EWQA_2025_Live
Date: May 7th and 8th. 8am to 5pm
Location: 1800 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 (Stantec- Seattle Campus- First Floor)

Presenters:
Andre Coppin RRO, RRC
Building Envelope Principal for Cornerstone Architectural Group
Aaron Nelson RRO, RRC, RWC
President of Roofing Technical Services
Chad Brickner RRO, RRC, RWC, REWC, CDT
Senior Project Manager for BEE Engineers
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Certainteed Plant tour and lunch presentation.
Program: Modified Asphalt Roofing in a Single Ply World
Location: Certainteed Facility
5931 East Marginal Way
Seattle WA 98134
Course description:
Seminar about the history of low-slope modified bitumen membranes, the internal make up of modified bitumen membranes and how they are applied with a final comparison of two-ply modified roofing systems and single-ply systems with an emphasis on durability, abuse resistance and application efficiency.
Learning topics:
1. Understand the history and development of APP and SBS-modified bitumen roofing systems.
2. Learn how modified bitumen membranes are made.
3. Review modified bitumen roof system installations.
4. Compare modified bitumen and single-ply systems.
Terry Wheeler
Commercial Territory Manager for Certainteed

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Please join the Puget Sound Chapter of IIBEC for our 11th annual Holiday Party!
DECEMBER 4th, 2025
The Puget Sound Chapter of IIBEC cordially invites you and a guest to join us for a hosted dinner and social event this holiday season. No host bar will be available.
The pleasure of your company is requested in celebration of the companies and individuals who graciously provided sponsorship during 2025 to our Puget Sound Chapter Branch of IIBEC.
Program Time:
5:30-cocktails and social hour
6:30pm – Dinner & Raffle
Program Location:
Washington Athletic Club
1325 6th Ave
Seatac, WA 98101
Program Cost:*
Free
Program Includes:
Buffet dinner, cash bar
***Please RSVP by November 30th, 2025
As always, we will be raffling off various gifts at the end of the night. To express interest from prior years, individuals and companies are invited to donate to our prize pool. In keeping with holiday spirit, we request non-industry branded items. If you are interested in donating to our prize pool, please let us know via e-mail pugetsoundIIBEC@gmail.com
Raffle and gifts

Please RSVP: pugetsoundIIBEC@gmail.com
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