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Utah 2015 IECC Energy CodesPresented by Brent UrsenbachOutline: Presentation of the 2015 IECC Energy Codes to include the following:Compliance OptionsConstruction DocumentsPrescriptive Table1st option Air Barrier & Insulation2nd option Blower Door & third party verificationLightingFenestrationDuct SealingDuct LeakageEquipment sizingEnergy Rating Index (ERI) Compliance MethodPresented by Paulette McGhieOutline: What is the ERI Compliance Method & how the New Home builders can take advantage of the HERS Scores. To include:Energy Rating Compliance MethodUtah ERI ScoresWhat is the ERI?RESNET HERS IndexERI Rating VariablesWhat most affects the ERI?ERI Verifications requires HERS RaterThe ERI PathERI Software (Remrate)ERI Calculation InputsERI Certification & LabelingHow to improve the ERI ScoresWho’s doing it?Net Zero Ready HomesPresented by Kevin EmersonOutline: What is the DOE Net Zero Ready Homes Program & how to achieve itZERH Minimum RequirementsZERH Sets the HERS ScoresPerformance PathHigh R Value Wall optionsEnergy Star WindowsImportance of duct locationsIndoor Air PackageRadonLow Emission MaterialsWater SenseSolar ReadyUtah Utility Incentives for New Home BuildersPresented by Matthew MeyerOutline: Rocky Mountain Power & Dominion Utility Incentive Program for New homes buildersPurpose of utility incentivesChallenges of utility incentivesSummary of available incentivesDescription of new direction in utility incentives and how they will make building energy efficient homes easier.Air Barrier PresentationPresented by Adam RasmusenI. What is an Air barrier?a. Types of air barriersb. Benefits of a continuous air barrierc. Separating Conditioned Air vs Unconditioned AirII. Building Envelopea. Designed to keep air from Infiltrating into wall systemb. Thermal envelope & building performancec. Air resistance – effects from air flow and heat load/lossIII. Impact Air tightness and Energy Efficiencya. Air leakage – air pressure & air pathwaysb. Sealing Penetrationsc. Improves durability of enveloped. Saving money by maintaining R-ValueMechanical System Design & CommissioningPresented by Greg CobbAfter purchasing a new home, homeowners expect their new home to be more comfortable and energy efficient than their last home. Delivering on this expectation in a cost-effective manner requires proper mechanical system design and commissioning. In this session you will learn:Common challenges and myths with mechanical systemsMechanical system design and commissioning processHVAC load calculation basics (Manual J)HVAC equipment sizing basics (Manual S)HVAC duct design basics (Manual S)Controls overviewVentilation overviewMechanical system commissioning overviewBest practicesRisk ManagementPresented by Greg CobbPoor workmanship is the most common type of deficiency resulting in project delays , customer service issues, litigation and brand dilution. Why are these inspections important for:FoundationsWaterproofingWeatherizationFramingMEP InspectionsExterior CladdingRoofingDecks and BalconiesFit & FinishSafetyInterior Drainage PlaneFire Rated AssembliesSewer Scopes ................
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