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ASHRAE
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Description
A report that evaluates the force it takes to crack stucco of various thicknesses.
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National Renewable Energy Laboratory
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Description
Brochure intended to provide readers with a working knowledge of residential heating and cooling duct systems.
Organization(s)
National Renewable Energy Laboratory,
NREL,
Partnership for Resource Conservation,
Mountain Energy Partnership
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Description
Document illustrating some analysis concepts that are proven to be effective and reliable in analyzing the transient energy usage of advanced energy systems as well as of entire houses.
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California Legislative Information
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Description
Description of California Senate Bill SB 1898, which requires the sale of new seismic gas shutoff devices sold in California to be certified by the State Architect.
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American Boiler Manufacturers Association
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Description
Part 2 of an article discussing how to maximize two-pipe steam systems for resident space heating.
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BSC
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Description
Report investigating the nature, strength, and durability of connections between high performance dwellings and developments.
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FEMA
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Description
Report showing installers how to attach ducts, pipes, and associated equipment to buildings to minimize earthquake damage.
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FEMA,
Red Cross
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Description
Fact sheet describing how to prepare for a natural disaster and assemble a disaster supply kit.
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ATC
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Description
Report providing guidelines and procedures to determine whether damaged or potentially damaged buildings are safe for use after wind storms or floods, or if entry should be restricted or prohibited.
Organization(s)
CMHC,
Environment Canada
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Description
Results from a research program testing airtightness, implications of air leakage and contaminant reduction over the garage-to-house interface.
Organization(s)
Home Energy Magazine
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Description
Article describing the effect metal roofs have on thermal performance in hot-humid climates.
Organization(s)
HUD
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Description
Report describing how to construct a frost protected shallow foundation (FPSF) as a practical alternative to a deeper, more-costly foundation in cold regions with seasonal ground freezing and the potential for frost heave.
Organization(s)
Oak Ridge National Laboratory,
ORNL,
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC,
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Description
Paper describing testing for the first of a series of six near net-zero-energy test houses, using the results to work towards the construction of a true net-zero-energy house.
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National Institute of Standards and Technology
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Description
Standards for requirements, performance, construction, workmanship and others for structural-use panels.
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The Journal of Light Construction
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Description
An article written by Don Jackson of The Journal of Light Construction on how to detail brick veneer siding wall.
Organization(s)
PG&E
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Description
Technical fact sheet describing proper operation, sizing, and installation of whole-house fans.