High Performance Gypsum: Protect Against Mold, Moisture, and Exposure a WebReach with National Gypsum

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Description

About This Program

The presentation outlines the high-performance characteristics of fiberglass faced gypsum products. The basic applications, attributes, advantages and limitations of each of the five common product types are described. By understanding the performance and features of these fiberglass faced gypsum products, the specifications and drawing details can be properly prepared for successful use in buildings.

Session Takeaways

Review gypsum board manufacturing process including the use of gypsum rock and byproduct gypsum.
Outline the fire-resistant characteristics of gypsum board and review different core types.
Provide an overview of the high-performance characteristics of fiberglass faced gypsum boards related to moisture, mold, fire-resistance, durability and exposure.
Highlight the key standards and attributes to include in a specification for high-performance products and identify the appropriate locations for these products.

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Learning Units

CSI:	1.0 LU
*May be submitted for domain specific learning units to CDT recertification, and/or general learning units for CCCA, CCS, and CCPR.
AIA:	1.0 LU/HSW
*Approved AIA/HSW Learning Units

Relevant Practices

General Project Delivery
Design/Engineering
Specifying/Information Management
Product Selection/Specification
Construction Management/Construction
Quality Assurance/Quality Control
Ownership/Property Management

Contributors

Pat Grotlisch CSI, CDT, LEED Green Associate, Construction Design Manager

Pat is the West Region Construction Design Manager for National Gypsum Company since 2013. She promotes National Gypsum’s architecturally specified products through education and technical consultation. Pat’s primary responsibilities are architectural specifications and presenting AIA approved education courses. Pat has been in the business of presenting to architects and specifiers for many years. She is currently a member of the Los Angeles Chapters of CSI, USGBC and AIA Long Beach.
Alan Zeedyk CSI, Construction Design Manager

Alan is the Gulf and Southeast Region Construction Design Manager for National Gypsum Company since March of 2019. He promotes National Gypsum’s architecturally specified products through education and technical consultation. Alan’s primary responsibilities are architectural specifications and presenting AIA approved education courses. Alan has been in the building products industry for nearly 30 years and has a vast knowledge of the construction industry.