Author/Contributor: ENBIX, SSRIA, Darrell Paul (BTRBoard)
This series, hosted by ENBIX and SSRIA, explored building technologies used in Alberta. It showcased innovative and popular solutions that contribute to airtight, low carbon, and high-performing buildings. Participants learned the basic principles, benefits, and considerations of each technology and technique to help them make informed project choices. This session, recorded on April 10, 2025, focused on windows and proper installation methods.
Windows are critical to thermal comfort and building longevity. So what products and techniques can be used in residential buildings to ensure success? In the third session of this webinar series, expert building envelope consultant Darrell Paul covered key window design considerations.
Darrell discussed the impacts of cooling, window efficiency, and installation techniques. As we approached the warmer months and implemented cooling maximums in the revised building code, the topic was timely for builders, architects, engineers, consultants, framers, and other professionals in the building, construction, and renovation industry.
Video Timestamps:
- 0:00 Introductions
- 5:33 Darrell Paul
- 7:19 Installation Issues
- 8:10 History of Windows
- 10:41 How Windows Work
- 14:48 Energy Performance Ratings
- 31:17 How Should We Install Windows
- 35:55 Planes of Protection
- 41:16 Importance of Sealing Properly
- 47:00How Should We Install Exterior Doors
- 53:48 Drainage
- 55:17 Building Envelope Tie-In Details
This webinar is brought to you by ENBIX & SSRIA.
ENBIX is the Emissions-Neutral Buildings Information Exchange, an initiative of Alberta Ecotrust. ENBIX brings the industry together to advance emissions-neutral buildings in Alberta. For more information visit enbix.ca.
SSRIA is the Smart Sustainable Resilient Infrastructure Association. SSRIA provides support in the form of demonstration project funding, business growth services, and the latest expertise in innovative low-carbon building technologies, products and solutions. For more information visit ssria.ca.
