This course encourages participants to think outside the box and consider using polymer cladding as a material to create aesthetic, enduring, and moisture resistant rainscreens that will better protect buildings and its occupants. We will discuss other more commonly used products and the issues faced with each. We will also consider life cycle costs of various cladding options, including polymer. Finally, participants will leave with a thorough understanding of how to install polymer extrusions as cladding.
AZEK & TimberTech
The combination of brands from AZEK including TimberTech, AZEK Exteriors, Intex, and Struxure, offers architects innovative solutions for sustainable outdoor living and exteriors. With a focus on premium materials that deliver a timeless “real wood look,” their products combine low-maintenance durability with refined aesthetics. AZEK leads sustainability efforts as the largest recycler of PVC in the U.S., ensuring eco-conscious design remains at the forefront. Architects trust the AZEK for materials that blend performance with style, even in harsh climates.
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 This course equips architects and design professionals with the knowledge needed to specify Advanced PVC products that enhance fire resistance in both residential and commercial settings. It explores the principles of ignition resistance and non-combustibility, along with the significance of flame spread ratings in material selection. Participants will examine how Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) compliance influences design decisions in fire-prone areas and review the ASTM E84 test to assess the performance of PVC engineered polymers.
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 In this course, we will familiarize attendees with styles and trends within railing systems and discuss how railing material choices affect safety, appearance, and future maintenance. The design professional will learn about code compliance and how product standardization helps to meet regulatory goals. We will demonstrate how the use of standardized products and processes will help design professionals be able to simplify the development of railing details and master specifications that can be used for a variety of project types.
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 Tuesday, November 11, 2025 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By Jeff Augustian This course equips architects and design professionals with the knowledge needed to specify Advanced PVC products that enhance fire resistance in both residential and commercial settings. It explores the principles of ignition resistance and non-combustibility, along with the significance of flame spread ratings in...
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Our Webinar Presenters
 Jeff Augustian is the Sales Lead for Architectural Development at The AZEK Company, based in Chicago, IL. He has been with the company for two years. In his time at AZEK, he has been in several sales roles, starting out with contractor and dealer facing roles. Since then, Jeff has been a driving force in creating a team dedicated solely to making TimberTech and AZEK the easiest manufacturer for architects to work with. Jeff’s understanding of the process and many components of the building industry has helped him be the best resource for his customers he can be. |
