Eleman Engineering

Building Envelope Services

How We Work

BECx Quality Path

Independent, end-to-end assurance—from owner requirements to occupancy.

  • Early goals, risk mapping, and concept input
  • Staged reviews (50/95/IFC) for continuity & constructability
  • Mock-ups, acceptance criteria, and unbiased site oversight

Diagnostics & Field Testing

We measure, visualize, and verify performance in the field to eliminate guesswork.

  • Thermography: Finds hidden heat loss & air leakage paths.
  • Airtightness: Verifies whole-building performance targets.
  • Water Testing: Confirms resilience against water penetration.

Modeling & Comfort

We predict risks and optimize assemblies before they're built for superior performance.

  • Thermal Bridging (2D/3D): For accurate heat loss & code compliance.
  • WUFI Analysis: Prevents interstitial condensation & moisture issues.
  • Glazing & Comfort: Checks for radiant discomfort & downdrafts.

Resilience & Codes

Designing for today’s stringent codes and tomorrow’s changing climate.

  • BC Step Code, LEED, & Passive House-aware detailing
  • Embodied & operational carbon considerations
  • Future climate data integration (PCIC) for durability

FAQs

When should we involve the envelope team?

As early as concept. Early input avoids costly re-design and helps align enclosure strategy, structure, and MEP. For deeper guidance, see our Insights.

Do you work on existing buildings?

Yes—assessments, leak investigations, repair design, and renewal planning are part of our practice. We'll publish examples and tips in Ideas.

Can you support Passive House or Net-Zero goals?

We design for thermal continuity and airtightness, provide thermal bridge calculations, and coordinate with energy modeling to meet high-performance targets. Read more in Insights.

More questions
What are the four control layers and why do they matter?

Water, air, thermal, and vapor layers must be continuous across the six-sided enclosure. Discontinuities at windows, balconies, and roof-wall interfaces are where most failures originate. We’ll explore detailing pitfalls in an upcoming post on Ideas.

How does BECx reduce risk for developers?

BECx creates a documented QA pathway from OPR to occupancy—design reviews, mock-ups, field testing, and final reporting—reducing change orders, warranty claims, and litigation exposure.

Do you provide test coordination and standards compliance?

Yes. We coordinate testing per ASTM standards such as E1105 (water), E783 (air), and D4541 (adhesion), and integrate results into closeout documentation.

What deliverables should owners expect?

Typical outputs include review comments, continuity diagrams, thermal bridge reports, test plans and results, field reports with photo logs, and final BECx or completion summaries.

How do you support budget and schedule?

Early peer review and coordinated details reduce RFIs; targeted testing prevents rework; and clear acceptance criteria streamline approvals and handover.

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