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Adding Head Flashing

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Author(s)
Guertin Mike
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Organization(s)
Fine Homebuilding Magazine,
Fine Homebuilding
Description
Article describing how to detail head flashing above a window.

Revised Analysis of Efficiency Standards for Pool Pumps and Motors, and Spas

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Author(s)
Fischel Ben,
Steffensen Sean
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Organization(s)
California Energy Commission,
CEC
Description
This report discusses proposed updates to the pool pumps and motors, and portable electric spas standards in the Appliance Efficiency Regulations (California Code of Regulations, Title 20, Sections 1601 to 1609). These proposed updates are part of the 2012 Appliance Efficiency Rulemaking, Phase I...

Standard Practice for the Installation of Mounting Flange Windows into Walls Utilizing Foam Plastic Insulating Sheathing (FPIS) with a Separate Water-Resistive Barrier (WRB), FMA/AAMA/WDMA 500-16

Publication Date
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Author(s)
Fenestration Manufacturers Association,
American Architectural Manufacturers Association,
Window & Door Manufacturers Association
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Organization(s)
FMA,
AAMA,
WDMA
Description
Guide describing the installation of windows in walls that have foam plastic insulating; guide provides several methods for attaching, supporting, and flashing windows in walls with rigid foam sheathing. (Note: The link only goes to the table of contents for the guide, the full guide can be...