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Bijan Mansouri, TYPAR

Bijan Mansouri is the technical manager at TYPAR Construction Products. He has been with Berry Plastics for more than 25 years working in different technical capacities. He is responsible for Building code requirements, designing and development of new construction products, training builders and architects on application of new and existing products and creating and education on the proper practice and installation of building envelope. He can be reached at [email protected].

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Tips for Selecting a High-Performance Building Wrap

Tip #1: Don’t mix water with wood. Tip #2: Don’t let damp wood stay wet. Intuitive? Of course it is. Wet wood rots. Yet, this is a lesson the building industry has had to learn...
Dec. 17, 2020
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What Builders Should Know About Surfactants and Building Wrap

Among the many performance characteristics to consider when choosing a building wrap, surfactant resistance is one that can be easily overlooked. However, builders and contractors...
Dec. 16, 2020
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Construction Team Takes Systems Approach to Weather Barriers for Major Multi-Family Development

When construction began on the Monarch at Waugh Chapel multifamily development in Gambrills, Maryland, protecting the building from the elements was a primary concern. A water...
Nov. 19, 2020
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Making the Right Spec: Weather-Resistant Barriers

With a vast number of house wrap options on the market, how do you know which product is best for your project? We’ll cover several factors that builders and contractors should...
Nov. 5, 2020
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UV Exposure and its Impact on Weather-Resistant Barriers

One of the primary performance attributes of a high-performance weather-resistant barrier (WRB) is its ability to stand up to UV exposure. This is a critical point of differentiation...
Oct. 28, 2020
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Air Barriers 101: Controlling the Movement of Air in Exterior Walls

Controlling the movement of air between indoor and outdoor environments is a key concern when building comfortable, energy efficient homes. According to the U.S. Department of...
Oct. 28, 2020
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Drainable Building Wraps Provide Weather Protection Solution for Heavy Rain Areas

As a general rule, the Building Enclosure Moisture Management Institute recommends that any area receiving more than 20 inches of annual rainfall should incorporate enhanced ...
Sept. 25, 2020
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The Role of Building Wrap in Managing Moisture

The main role of a weather resistant barrier (also known as WRB, building wrap or house wrap) is to protect the building envelope from bulk water, wind-driven rain and water ...
Sept. 14, 2020