He is also certified in Building Envelope Commissioning.The building envelope comprises all of the elements of the outer shell separating the indoor from the outdoor environment. Andrew is trained and licensed in the use of small unmanned aerial systems (drones) for surveying large swaths of roof and cladding sections. He is also one of BET&R’s Technologists experienced with conducting and interpreting Infrared Thermography images and surveys of buildings. Andrew assists with building envelope system application monitoring, including Project Administration for mid-size multifamily reroof and cladding retrofit, as well as investigations and testing of building envelope systems and components for diagnostic purposes and according to ASTM and AAMA guidelines. He manages BET&R’s technical & testing equipment, calibrates instruments, catalogs items, and procures new equipment for conducting cutting edge building envelope related tests. Guy’s role includes managing BET&R’s Laboratory, including testing materials, standards, and protocol. He works with the project team to develop, execute, and analyze material tests for specific properties, compatibility, and life-cycle properties to meet our client’s needs. His education includes an advanced degree in Architecture Design Theory and Methods from Universidad UNAHH Honduras.Īndrew Guy, Laboratory & Testing Manager, brings experience in designing testing for building envelope materials and material systems to the BET&R team. His previous professional experience included waterproofing division manager, technical coordinator, and lead estimator. Juan is a foremost authority on below- and above-grade waterproofing and has co-authored industry standard repair manuals, as well as conducted seminars on the subject. As part of his role at BET&R, Juan performs building envelope constructability reviews on new schools and public facilities services and he prepares detailed cost estimates for building envelope retrofit projects. His vast knowledge of building envelope products and systems is invaluable when the design and owner teams are deciding what products give them the best value. During his 19 year tenure at BET&R he has honed his skills providing building envelope design review and project administration on numerous new construction and retrofit projects, including such high-profile buildings as Premier on Pine and State of Washington Department of Enterprise Services building. Juan Aguirre, BET&R’s Senior Building Envelope Consultant, has extensive knowledge and experience in building envelope products, detailing, and construction methods. This premise continues to be the basis of BET&R’s approach to each project and delivery of technical services. Jim started BET&R 23 years ago based on the premise that building owners and buildings deserve quality work and access to technical expertise that facilitate achieving long-term, cost effective building envelope performance. Earlier in his career, Jim served as Deputy Director of Technology and Research for the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), where he authored industry manuals, among several, The NRCA Roofing and Waterproofing Manual, 4th Edition. Jim has provided technical consulting for contractor associations including serving for 20 years as Technical Advisor to Western States Roofing Contractors’ Association. He is a nationally respected expert, serving on numerous industry committees, including as a current member of ASTM’s D.08 (Roofing) Executive Committee. As the Technical Director and Founder of BET&R, Jim oversees the technical consulting, design, research, and testing services for roofing, cladding, fenestration, and waterproofing projects on behalf of a wide variety of public and private clients. Jim Carlson, founder of BET&R, has over 40 years of involvement in roofing, waterproofing, and building envelope consulting and research. Stephen also provides a great wealth of technical expertise and project administration talents to each project, acquired over his 11 years at BET&R. Stephen is a professional member of IIBEC, and ASTM, has presented testing and research seminars at WSRCA Conventions, NRCA’s IRE Convention, and several Regional Contractor Association events, as well as co-authoring a wide variety of technical bulletins, articles, and guides. He has developed and documented results of complex testing and research projects to examine performance of roofing materials in different climatic conditions, including a full scale Underlayment Testing and Research Project and TPO Roof System Research Project. Stephen brings great experience regarding the built environment, as well as, exceptional technical and communication skills to his work. Stephen Elliott, Senior Roofing and Building Envelope Technologist, provides expertise in the roofing, waterproofing consulting, investigation, and construction administration, including on-site monitoring.
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