Building Envelope Course Approved for Continuing Education Hours Through Department of Business and Professional Regulation

The Building Envelope Science Institute’s BEC-2 course has been approved for 22 Continuing Education hours through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (Provider #0005939; Course #0610935). - December 12, 2013

Building Envelope Science Institute Opens Registration for New Courses

Registration is now open for the Building Envelope Science Institute’s first two Building Envelope Training and Certification conferences of 2014. Two courses will be offered over the course of January 2014 (BEC-2) and February 2014 (BEC-3). - December 05, 2013

First Building Envelope Certification Class for the Building Envelope Science Institute Gets Successfully Certified and 2014 Planning Begins

The Building Envelope Science Institute successfully certified 20 students as Building Envelope Certified Inspectors on October 23, 2013. Preparation has begun for upcoming 2014 conferences. - November 16, 2013

Seating is Limited for the Building Envelope Science Institute's October Training and Certification Conference

Seating is limited for the upcoming Building Envelope Training and Certification Conference hosted by the Building Envelope Science Institute. The Institute recommends registering early to hold a spot, and a block of rooms has been held at the conference hotel for attendees at a discounted rate. - October 09, 2013

Building Envelope Science Institute to Offer Continuing Education Hours During October Conference in Orlando, FL

The Building Envelope Science Institute will be offering continuing education hours approved by various organizations during its Building Envelope Training and Certification Conference in Orlando from October 20-23, 2013. - September 12, 2013

Building Envelope Training and Certification Courses Approved for 24 ASHI Continuing Education Credits

The Building Envelope Science Institute’s courses have been approved for 24 ASHI Continuing Education Credits (8 credits for BET-1 and 16 credits for BEC-2). - August 07, 2013

BESI Introduces Certified Building Envelope Inspector Course

The Building Envelope Science Institute will unveil a new course on building envelope certification for inspectors during its Orlando Conference in October. - July 28, 2013

New Training Course for Building Envelope to be Unveiled by BESI

New building envelope training course to be unveiled by the Building Envelope Science Institute during its October Training and Certification Conference in Orlando, FL. - July 25, 2013

New Conference for Building Envelope Training and Certification

New training and certification courses for Building Envelope are being offered on October 20-23, 2013 in Orlando, Florida. - July 20, 2013

Building Envelope Training and Certification Conference Held in Orlando, FL by the Building Envelope Science Institute

Training and certification seminar for Building Envelope offered by the Building Envelope Science Institute on October 20-23, 2013 in Orlando, Florida. These courses offer attendees an opportunity to gain knowledge, increase skills, and rise to the top of the construction industry as an expert in building envelope. - July 13, 2013

Building Envelope Science Institute Hosts Training and Certification Conference for Building Envelope Assessment and Inspection

Building Envelope Science Institute will be hosting a training and certification seminar for Building Envelope from October 20 – 23, 2013 in Orlando, Florida. - July 04, 2013

Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Training Seminar for Defective Drywall in Orlando, Florida

The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) has held training seminars on Defective Drywall throughout Florida since October 2009; to provide qualified individuals training to perform inspections and remediation on structures with Defective “Chinese" Drywall. - August 04, 2011

National Training & Certification Seminar for Chinese Drywall Inspection and Remediation Held by the Building Envelope Science Institute in Orlando

The Building Envelope Science Institute’s next National Training & Certification Seminar on “Chinese” or Defective Drywall in America for inspection and remediation is being held August 22-23, 2011. This is the most comprehensive two-day course offered and is accepted by the American Council for Accredited Certification (ACAC) for sixteen (16) recertification credits. - June 30, 2011

BESI Holds National Training & Certification Seminar for Defective (Chinese) Drywall Inspection and Remediation

BESI Holds National Training & Certification Seminar for Defective (Chinese) Drywall Inspection and Remediation

The Building Envelope Science Institute’s next National Training & Certification Seminar on “Chinese” or Defective Drywall in America for inspection and remediation is being held April 11-12, 2011. This is the most comprehensive two-day course offered and is accepted by the American Council for Accredited Certification (ACAC) for sixteen (16) recertification credits. - April 01, 2011

Remediation Performed for Structures with Defective Drywall Should be Done Properly the First Time, According to BESI

Remediation Performed for Structures with Defective Drywall Should be Done Properly the First Time, According to BESI

The Building Envelope Science Institute’s National Training & Certification Seminar on “Chinese” or Defective Drywall in America for inspection and remediation is being held on April 11-12, 2011 in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. This is the most comprehensive course two-day course offered and is accepted by the American Council for Accredited Certification (ACAC) for sixteen (16) recertification credits. - March 24, 2011

BESI's 15-Month Old BETA Home Proves Solution for Chinese Drywall Remediation Works

BESI's 15-Month Old BETA Home Proves Solution for Chinese Drywall Remediation Works

The Building Envelope Science Institute releases results of a 15-month old BETA home that contained defective Chinese drywall that was remediated using the protocol taught by the institute. Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS) analysis results indicate no corrosion products on post remediation copper samples. - March 18, 2011

Five Concerns of Defective or Chinese Drywall, According to the Building Envelope Science Institute

Five Concerns of Defective or Chinese Drywall, According to the Building Envelope Science Institute

Owners and contractors need to ensure that the Five Concerns of Chinese Drywall are addressed during the remediation process or they may be faced with having to remediate a second time; solutions have been developed by BESI to manage each concern. - March 08, 2011

Building Envelope Science Institute Contacted Government Agencies Regarding Defective Drywall Inspection and Remediation Methods

The Building Envelope Science Institute has lead the way for inspection & remediation of structures with Defective Drywall by introducing one of the first protocols and providing solutions for Defective Drywall. The Institute reached out to government agencies after finding solutions for inspecting and remediating structures contaminated by defective drywall. - February 04, 2011

The Building Envelope Science Institute Provides Comprehensive Defective “Chinese” Drywall Certification Course in Tampa, Florida

The Building Envelope Science Institute Provides Comprehensive Defective “Chinese” Drywall Certification Course in Tampa, Florida

The Building Envelope Science Institute has been active in providing solutions for the Defective (Chinese, Corrosive) Drywall since October 2009, offering certification courses for inspection and remediation of homes or commercial buildings. The next Defective Drywall inspection and remediation certification course will be held on February 10-11, 2011 at the Hilton Garden Inn Tamp Ybor Historic District in Tampa, Florida. - January 15, 2011

The Building Envelope Science Institute Appoints First Executive Director

The Building Envelope Science Institute Appoints First Executive Director

The Building Envelope Science Institute elected its first Executive Director, Richard Shaffer, who has a been involved since the inception of the Institute in early 2009. The Institute has lead the way for inspection & remediation of structures with Defective Drywall over the past year by introducing one of the first protocols and providing solutions to the Defective Drywall crisis. - December 19, 2010

The Building Envelope Science Institute Releases Dates for Defective "Chinese" Drywall Certification Courses Offered in 2011

The Building Envelope Science Institute Releases Dates for Defective "Chinese" Drywall Certification Courses Offered in 2011

The Building Envelope Science Institute has been active in providing solutions for the Defective (Chinese, Corrosive) Drywall since October 2009 offering certification courses for inspecting and remediating homes or commercial buildings. - December 08, 2010

The Building Envelope Science Institute’s Second Annual Expert Panel Discussion on Defective "Chinese" Drywall

The Building Envelope Science Institute’s Second Annual Expert Panel Discussion on Defective "Chinese" Drywall

The Building Envelope Science Institute is hosting a reception/networking program on Sunday, October 24th from 6-9PM (food & beverages) and expert panel boards on Monday, October 25th from 9-5PM (lunch is provided); both are open for public participation. - October 19, 2010

BESI Provides Specialized Training for the Inspection and Remediation of Structures with Defective “Chinese” Drywall – Warranty Available

BESI Provides Specialized Training for the Inspection and Remediation of Structures with Defective “Chinese” Drywall – Warranty Available

The Building Envelope Science Institute graduates can qualify their work for a 10-year warranty program that provides coverage for up to $500,000 for homes remediated by professionals training during the National Training & Certification Seminar on “Chinese” or Defective Drywall in America being held on October 26-27, 2010. - October 07, 2010

BESI Offers First X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) Certification for Gypsum Products

BESI Offers First X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) Certification for Gypsum Products

The Building Envelope Science Institute is presenting the X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) Analyzer Certification (XRF-GP) training on October 26, 2010 at the Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina located at 1881 SE 17th Street Causeway in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. This certification program provides valuable information and techniques for the use of XRF as it pertains to Gypsum products. - October 05, 2010

BESI’s Training for Defective (Chinese) Drywall is Now a Registered Course for Recertification (RC) Credits with ACAC

BESI’s Training for Defective (Chinese) Drywall is Now a Registered Course for Recertification (RC) Credits with ACAC

The Building Envelope Science Institute’s received recertification credits (RCs) from the American Council for Accredited Certification (ACAC) for its National Training & Certification Seminar on “Chinese” or Defective Drywall in America being held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on October 26-27, 2010. - September 30, 2010

BESI Offers Quality Instruction & Training for Defective (Chinese) Drywall Inspectors, Consultants, and Remediators

BESI Offers Quality Instruction & Training for Defective (Chinese) Drywall Inspectors, Consultants, and Remediators

The Building Envelope Science Institute’s First Annual Conference, Training Seminar & Exhibition for Defective (Chinese) Drywall Inspection and Remediation is being held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on October 24-27, 2010. - September 23, 2010

BESI Provides Training for Defective (Chinese) Drywall Inspections and Remediation

BESI Provides Training for Defective (Chinese) Drywall Inspections and Remediation

The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) is a specialized institute dedicated to the advancement of education, specifically designed for the construction industry. The Institute’s first major contribution to the industry is providing a solution to the Defective (Chinese or corrosive)... - September 11, 2010

BESI Holds Its First Annual Conference, Training Seminar & Exhibition on Defective “Chinese” Drywall

BESI Holds Its First Annual Conference, Training Seminar & Exhibition on Defective “Chinese” Drywall

The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) has held training seminars on Defective Drywall throughout Florida and in New Orleans. The institute reached a milestone, just nine months after being launched, it surpassed 100 certified members with nearly half being dual certified - the institute is experiencing remarkable growth. - September 04, 2010

Defective Drywall Training Seminar Set for New Orleans, Training Provided by the Building Envelope Science Institute

Defective Drywall Training Seminar Set for New Orleans, Training Provided by the Building Envelope Science Institute

The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) is a specialized institute dedicated to the advancement of education, specifically designed for the construction industry. BESI’s first major contribution to the industry is providing a solution to the Chinese “defective or corrosive”... - July 13, 2010

Building Envelope Science Institute Heads to New Orleans with Defective Drywall Training Seminar

Building Envelope Science Institute Heads to New Orleans with Defective Drywall Training Seminar

The certification program offered through the Institute (BESI) instructs and trains licensed and approved state contractors in the remediation of defective or corrosive drywall. The program offers certification for inspectors, consultants, project managers, and remediation contractors. - July 08, 2010

Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Its Next Training Seminar for Defective Drywall in New Orleans, Louisiana

Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Its Next Training Seminar for Defective Drywall in New Orleans, Louisiana

The recent CPSC/HUD publication of remediation guidelines and the findings of fact & conclusions of law filed by Judge Fallon are no cause for change to the remediation protocol endorsed by the Building Envelope Institute since October 2009. - June 11, 2010

Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Training Seminar for Defective Drywall in New Orleans, Louisiana

Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Training Seminar for Defective Drywall in New Orleans, Louisiana

The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) has held training seminars on Defective Drywall throughout Florida since October 2009; now the institute is going to New Orleans to provide qualified individuals training to perform inspections and remediation on structures with Chinese "Defective" Drywall. - May 27, 2010

Next BESI Training Seminar for Defective Drywall in Coral Springs, Florida

Next BESI Training Seminar for Defective Drywall in Coral Springs, Florida

It’s good to know that if your home was remediated under this protocol that it would not require additional work in order to meet the latest CPSC/HUD interim guidance or to be aligned with the court’s (MDL No. 2047) ruling. - April 21, 2010

BESI Offers Defective Drywall Remediation Protocol That Exceeds CPSC/HUD Interim Guidance and Aligns with the Recent Court Ruling

BESI Offers Defective Drywall Remediation Protocol That Exceeds CPSC/HUD Interim Guidance and Aligns with the Recent Court Ruling

The recent CPSC/HUD publication of remediation guidelines and the findings of fact & conclusions of law filed by Judge Fallon are no cause for change to the remediation protocol endorsed by the Building Envelope Institute since October 2009. - April 15, 2010

The Defective Drywall Protocol Offered by BESI Exceeds the Interim Remediation Guidance by CPSC and HUD - No Rework Necessary

The Defective Drywall Protocol Offered by BESI Exceeds the Interim Remediation Guidance by CPSC and HUD - No Rework Necessary

The Consumer Safety Product Commission and HUD published an interim remediation guidance dated April 2, 2010 since many owners are desiring to start repairing their homes or commercial buildings. BESI has been endorsing and providing certification for a remediation protocol since October of 2009 which exceeds the published interim remediation guidance. - April 07, 2010

BESI Offers Training Seminar for Defective Drywall in Coral Springs, Florida

BESI Offers Training Seminar for Defective Drywall in Coral Springs, Florida

BESI will present its fifth certification class for Defective Drywall Inspection and Remediation on May 3-4, 2010 at the Courtyard Fort Lauderdale Coral Springs located at 620 N. University Drive, Coral Springs, Florida. - March 24, 2010

Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Its Fourth Training Conference for Defective Drywall

Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Its Fourth Training Conference for Defective Drywall

The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) is presenting the inspection and remediation protocols developed specifically for defective "corrosive" drywall. The training seminar is taking place at the Embassy Suites Hotel located in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. - February 24, 2010

Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Training Conference for Defective Drywall in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Training Conference for Defective Drywall in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

The “BESI System” offers the most comprehensive remediation; the protocol was developed based on proven science and considers the following major factors: corrosion, cross-contamination of other building materials, personal belongings, IAQ monitoring program, and a proposed national warranty (not an insurance policy). - February 17, 2010

Building Envelope Science Institute Initiates Patent Process on Remediation of Buildings with Defective Drywall

The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) was launched in 2009 to provide a solution to the defective or corrosive drywall crisis which has unfolded over the last seventeen months or so. The Institute developed what is being referred to as the “BESI System” and has now filed a provisional patent on their process for remediation of buildings that have defective or "corrosive" drywall. - February 12, 2010

Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Conference for Certification of Inspectors & Remediators for Defective or Corrosive Drywall in Ft. Lauderdale

BESI will certify inspectors, consultants, project managers, and remediation contractors in Ft. Lauderdale on March 2-3, 2010. This certification program offered through the Institute (BESI) instructs and trains licensed and approved state contractors in the remediation of defective or corrosive drywall. - February 12, 2010

BESI Heads to Tampa, Florida for Its 3rd Conference for Certification of Defective Drywall Inspectors & Remediators

The institute, with the help of a workgroup called Defective Drywall in America (DDIA), has developed a cost effective protocol that helps homeowners, insurance companies, investors, financial institutes, and builders. “The institute and its members have an ongoing commitment to helping those who have been devastated by this crisis,” said Jones. - January 16, 2010

Building Envelope Science Institute's Development of Certified Protocols: from Conception to Certification

The Building Envelope Science Institute has taken steps to create a remediation process that works and is both comprehensive and cost effective. The “BESI System” pulled resources from top analytical scientists, chemists, toxicologists, a major university, consultants in the environmental field and twelve business sectors that were considered in the development and analysis. - January 07, 2010

Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Seminar for Defective Drywall in Gainesville, Florida

Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Seminar for Defective Drywall in Gainesville, Florida

The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) has scheduled a second seminar for the Defective Drywall Inspection and Remediation certification. - December 09, 2009

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