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High-Performance Roofing

Registration will be held from 5:30pm – 6:00pm

By: Tom Hutchinson

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Thomas W. Hutchinson, AIA, CSI, FRCI, RRC Principal, Hutchinson Design Group, Ltd., Barrington, IL
Mr. Hutchinson is a graduate of the University of Illinois with master’s degrees in both architecture and civil engineering. As a licensed architect, he has received recognition globally for his expertise in roof system design and building envelope issues. He has made numerous presentations worldwide including topics such as: Keys to Sustainable Construction and Environmentally Sensitive and Energy Conscious Roofs. Mr. Hutchinson is currently a principal of Hutchinson Design Group, Ltd. and serves as the technical consultant for the EPDM Roofing Association (ERA).


Click here to download the event flyer. A buffet dinner and happy hour drinks will be served after the event. Registration will begin at 5:30pm.

The Presentation will consist of:

  • High-performance roofing
  • “Standard of Care” by architects
  • “Customs and Practices” by contractors
  • Moisture drive
  • Various adhesives
  • Concrete roof decks; curing vs drying; how dry is dry?
  • ‘Treated wood’
  • Roof drains, pipe penetrations
  • Sustainability and long-term service life

Advanced ticket prices:

$30/person for Non-BEC members
$25/person for BEC members (with code)

Tickets at the door:

$40/person for Non-BEC members
$35/person for BEC members

Thanks to our event sponsor:

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Thanks to our corporate sponsors:

Carlisle Coatings & W/P, GCP Applied Technologies, Goedecke, IWR, Luna & Associates, Paric, Tremco, Universe Corporation


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