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Technology Solutions Case Study: Field Testing of Compartmentalization Methods for Multifamily Construction

Program Document ·
OSTI ID:1220405
Fire-resistance rated (or area separation) wall assemblies present a great difficulty in air sealing/compartmentalization, particularly in townhouse construction. To address this challenge, Building Science Corporation partnered with builder K. Hovnanian Homes to determine whether taping exterior sheathing details improves air sealing in townhouse and multifamily construction, and to better understand air leakage pathways.
Research Organization:
Building Science Corporation
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), Building Technologies Office (EE-5B) (Building America)
OSTI ID:
1220405
Report Number(s):
DOE/GO-102015-4560; 7007
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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fire-resistance rated assembly
fire-resistance rated wall
guarded leakage
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