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Exhibitor Demonstrations

Need to pick a manufacturer's brain or clear up some installation instructions?

Taking place on the Expo Floor, see top manufacturers lead interactive demonstrations of best practices and quick tips for smooth installations of their products. 

Window and Door Demos

Presented By: Andersen Windows & Doors

Installation Demos

Learn best practices for installing replacement windows with various frame types, replacing patio doors, and using Easy Connect Joining System from Andersen technical specialists. Plus, see how to use the high-performance installation materials available from Andersen to ensure a successful install.

Selling High Performance: Shifting the Conversation to Comfort

Jake Bruton from Aarow Building talks through his approach to discussing high performance building with his customers. Shifting the conversation to comfort, a concept we all understand and desire in our homes, allows customers to understand the daily benefit they will see from high quality building materials and the system you create when pairing the right envelop materials with mechanicals.

Consequences of a Bad Window Installation

Tyler Grace from TRG Home Concepts shares details of a recent job to showcase what’s at stake when installing windows and how detrimental a poor install can be to the health of a building. Discover what can go wrong when water is not controlled, how invasive the issue can be, what must be done to remedy it once discovered, and of course how to install windows properly.

FRIDAY, MARCH 22

9:30 am – 10:30 am Best Practices for Installing Patio Doors
11:00 am – 12:00 pm Selling High Performance: Shifting the Conversation to Comfort with Jake Bruton from Aarow Building
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Full Frame Window Installation
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Consequences of a Bad Window Installation with Tyler Grace from TRG Home Concepts

 

SATURDAY, MARCH 23

9:30 am – 10:30 am Easy Connect Joining System Installation
11:00 am – 12:00 pm Full Frame Window Installation

 


Weather Barrier, Flashing & Siding Demos

Presented By: CertainTeed

Meet our application specialists for live demonstrations and learn proper installation techniques along with invaluable expert tips to help reduce your installation time and save you money while avoiding unnecessary callbacks. 

  • Take your home’s exterior to a new level with CertainTeed STONEfacade®, a manufactured architectural stone veneer that delivers the beauty and craftsmanship of natural stone in an affordable, durable, and easy-to-install panelized system.
  • Learn how One Precision Assemblies can save you time on your next build.
  • Watch as experts show you how to install VYCOR® self-adhered, permeable weather resistive barriers and window flashings.

FRIDAY, MARCH 22

10:30 am – 11:00 am VYCOR® flashing tapes: moisture protection, nail sealability and easy install
11:30 am – 12:00 pm CERTAplank® The Next Gen Cladding: Featuring: superior performance and outstanding curb appeal. (featuring CertaWrap™ weather resistive barrier)
1:30 pm – 2:00 pm Finishing Touches: Adding curb appeal with Decorative Siding Accents - Featuring STONEfacade®
3:00 pm – 3:30 pm ONE PRECISION ASSEMBLIES: a high performance, closed panel building system to reduce cycle time, increase building performance, and help your business.

 

SATURDAY, MARCH 23

10:30 am – 11:00 am VYCOR® flashing tapes: moisture protection, nail sealability and easy install
11:30 am – 12:00 pm CERTAplank® The Next Gen Cladding: Featuring: superior performance and outstanding curb appeal. (featuring CertaWrap™ weather resistive barrier)

James Hardie Demos

Presented By: James Hardie Building Products

Learn how easy creating the superior exterior can be. Installation demonstrations as well as the details that ensure long-term performance of the entire exterior wall system.

FRIDAY, MARCH 22

9:45 am – 10:45 am Learn How Easy Creating the Superior Exterior Can Be
12:30 pm – 1:30 pm Learn How Easy Creating the Superior Exterior Can Be
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm   Learn How Easy Creating the Superior Exterior Can Be
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Learn How Easy Creating the Superior Exterior Can Be

 

SATURDAY, MARCH 23

9:45 am – 10:45 am Learn How Easy Creating the Superior Exterior Can Be
12:30 pm – 1:30 pm Learn How Easy Creating the Superior Exterior Can Be
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm  Learn How Easy Creating the Superior Exterior Can Be

Henry Demos

Presented By: Henry

Starting every project with an integrated building envelope system that manages the flow of air and water is critical.  Whether it’s a new home, remodel, re-side or window and door replacement, Henry has a solution. Join us for an overview of the depth and range of Henry WRBs, Flashing and Roofing underlayment solutions and learn how to identify the right product based on your performance & budget need. We will also be sharing a special educational session on what to know about the transition to Energy Star 3.2 presented by a leading industry expert. 

FRIDAY, MARCH 22

9:30 am – 10:30 am Transitioning to ENERGY STAR Version 3.2: What Builders and Contractors Need to Know
10:30 am – 11:30 am New Construction vs Exterior Remodeling: How to choose the right WRB products for a complete weatherization system
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm   Window and Door Flashing: Installation Best Practices, overview of types
2:30 pm – 3:00 pm Identifying the best roofing underlayment solutions based on performance & budget
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Transitioning to ENERGY STAR Version 3.2: What Builders and Contractors Need to Know

 

SATURDAY, MARCH 23

9:30 am – 10:30 am New Construction vs Exterior Remodeling: How to choose the right WRB products for a complete weatherization system
11:00 am – 12:00 pm Window and Door Flashing: Installation Best Practices, overview of types
12:00 pm – 12:30 pm  Identifying the best roofing underlayment solutions based on performance & budget

 


Live Trainings & Demonstrations

Presented By: OSI, Loctite & GE

Learn from the professionals at OSI, Loctite, and GE for tips and tricks in sealant, construction adhesive, and foam technologies- as they take you through best practices, product knowledge and live demonstrations.

FRIDAY, MARCH 22

10:00 am – 10:30 am OSI: Sealant & Flashing Best Practices
10:45 am – 11:15 am GE: A Blueprint for Silicone Sealants
11:30 am – 12:00 pm Loctite Adhesive & Foam Technologies: Simplicity on The Jobsite
1:30 pm – 2:00 pm OSI: Sealant & Flashing Best Practices
2:15 pm – 2:45 pm   GE: A Blueprint for Silicone Sealants
3:00 pm – 3:30 pm      Loctite Adhesive & Foam Technologies: Simplicity on The Jobsite
3:45 pm – 5:00 pm Open Discussion / Questions

 

SATURDAY, MARCH 23

10:00 am – 10:30 am OSI: Sealant & Flashing Best Practices
10:45 am – 11:15 am GE: A Blueprint for Silicone Sealants
11:30 am – 12:00 pm Loctite Adhesive & Foam Technologies: Simplicity on The Jobsite

 


The Modern Shower

Presented By: Schluter Systems

Take your knowledge of Schluter Systems’ products to the next level! These live demonstrations give you a solid overview of the applications where our products are most often used. And see what’s new with Schluter Systems!

• Provide effective moisture management using KERDI membrane and board
• Learn about our variety of drain options
• Add warmth and luxury with DITRA-HEAT
• Finish and protect tile edges with our profiles

FRIDAY, MARCH 22

10:00 am-10:45 am Ditra Heat Installation with Peel and Stick Ditra Heat 
11:30 am-12:00 pm Light up your niche with liprotec 
1:00 pm -1:45 pm Waterproofing with Kerdi
3:00 pm -3:45 pm  Vario Linear Drain 

SATURDAY, MARCH 23

10:00 am -10:45 am Ditra Heat Installation with Peel and Stick Ditra Heat
11:15 am -12:00 pm Kerdi shower start to finish 
1:00 pm -1:45 pm Light up your niche with liprotec

Decks Done Right

Presented by Simpson Strong-Tie

Real Solutions for Safer, Stronger Decks.  Due to the visibility of deck failures the structural side of deck construction is evolving and it’s more important than ever to keep up to date on the latest guidelines, requirements and field-proven details. Simpson Strong-Tie has brought together an experienced group of presenters to discuss how to create a continuous load path in your deck designs while sharing best practices that help keep jobs moving.  Stop by for one session or attend them all!

FRIDAY, MARCH 22

9:30 AM Footings, Post Bases and Beams (Billy Viars, Senior Training Manager)
11:00 AM
The State of Decks: Q&A with Hollywood Decks  (Tony McKlem with Hollywood Decks)
1:00 PM Rot, Decay and Corrosion (Eddy Longshore from Culpepper Wood Preservers)
2:30 PM The State of Residential Construction: Q&A with Awesome Framers (Tim Uhler - Awesome Framers)
4:00 PM Ledgers (Scott Fischer, Senior Engineer, P.E.)

SATURDAY, MARCH 23

9:30 AM Lateral Connections, Joists, and Joist Hangers (Rachel Holland, Engineering Manager, P.E.)
11:00 AM DIYing a Great Backyard  (Jen Woodhouse)
1:00 PM   Railings and Stairs (Scott Fischer, Senior Engineer, P.E.)

 


XCEED LAP SIDING INSTALLATION

Presented by Versatex Building Products

This fast-moving session incorporates a photo presentation along with a hands-on demonstration of our NEW XCEED Siding Products. VERSATEX will demonstrate the features and benefits of our XCEED Siding line. This is the start of something xciting!

FRIDAY, MARCH 22

10:00 am – 10:45 am Creative & Efficient XCEED Lap siding Details for Outdoor Living & Remodeling Projects
2:00 pm – 2:45 pm Creative & Efficient XCEED Lap siding Details for Outdoor Living & Remodeling Projects

 

SATURDAY, MARCH 23

11:00 am – 11:45 am Creative & Efficient XCEED Lap siding Details for Outdoor Living & Remodeling Projects

 


Visit Marvin Live!

Be sure to visit Marvin Live, where you can meet with product experts and explore our entire product line – and leave with Marvin swag!

  • Modern Modularity: How do you stack up?
  • Designed for You: Address your window wall pain points with Marvin’s simplified field mulling process.
  • Go Big: How do you compare to Marvin’s new expansive window sizes?