Events > Tilt-Up Convention and Expo 2026 - Salt Lake City > SESSION

Detailing for Thermal Reliability

October 23, 2026 from 7:00am to 8:00am Mountain Standard Time

Chris Hurd

Thermal performance in insulated tilt-up panels is largely determined through early detailing decisions rather than field execution alone. This session presents a structured framework for designing and coordinating insulated wall assemblies that achieve consistent and measurable performance across varying project types, climates, and construction teams. Attendees will explore how specific detailing strategies influence energy efficiency, moisture behavior, constructability, panel stability, and long-term durability, with emphasis placed on maintaining alignment between design intent and installation practices. The discussion is intended to provide a repeatable, field-ready approach that supports higher levels of precision, reliability, and performance in insulated tilt-up construction.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Understand the energy code requirements that influence insulated tilt-up wall performance and how detailing decisions support compliance.
• Identify critical detailing conditions that affect thermal continuity and overall energy performance.
• Understand how detailing choices influence constructability, tolerances, and field execution.
• Evaluate a real-world insulated tilt-up project to understand how detailing decisions impacted thermal reliability and continuity.