FEB 17-19, 2026 | ORLANDO, FL

Construction Performance Zone

OCCC - Booth W5483

The Construction Performance Zone (CPZ) brings together an unprecedented collection of experts for LIVE demonstrations and talks in this unique space on the exhibit floor.

Experience Live Demos in Building Best Practices

Gain industry-best expertise for building more durable, efficient, higher-quality homes — from basements, wall systems and roofs to use and types of materials, construction speed and cost.

Key Learning Topics:

Moisture management essentials
NEW Fire & Resiliency
High-performance roof assemblies
Truss & framing techniques
Foundation & slab best practices
Exterior insulation & flashing
NEW Cutting-edge HVAC
Hydronic heating & ERV installs
Electrical controls & energy management
NEW Technology & field AI

The Construction Performance Zone features two distinct learning areas to illustrate and explain the processes for better performance and construction efficiency.

Demonstration Stage: Experience a series of 30-minute interactive demonstrations as industry experts guide you through hands-on steps, sharing the latest techniques, tips and tricks for incorporating high performance construction components.

Presentation Stage: Delve deeper with in-depth discussions led by industry thought leaders. Learn about best practices, emerging trends and the latest research in building and construction efficiency.

CONSTRUCTION PERFORMANCE ZONE
Booth W5483

All Days

Tuesday, February 17

Wednesday, February 18

Thursday, February 19

Select a Day:

Tuesday, February 17

9:30 - 10:00 AM

Panelizing Floor Trusses for Faster, More Efficient Builds

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

10:00 - 10:30 AM

Well Insulated Slabs [DEMO]

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

10:30 - 11:00 AM

Building Affordable, High-Performance Homes

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

11:00 - 11:30 AM

Floor Framing with Trusses [DEMO]

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

CompanyCam in the Wild with Real Trades Pros Presented by CompanyCam

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

12:00 - 12:30 PM

Modern Roof Truss Options [DEMO]

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

1:00 - 1:30 PM

Roof Framing Overlay Techniques [DEMO]

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

1:30 - 2:00 PM

High Performance Floor, Wall & Roof Assemblies Presented by Huber

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

2:00 - 2:30 PM

High Performance Roof Assemblies [DEMO]

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

2:30 - 3:00 PM

Wildfire Urban Interface Design & Detailing

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

3:00 - 3:30 PM

Critical Air Sealing Locations [DEMO]

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

Wednesday, February 18

9:30 - 10:00 AM

The Allure of Air-to-Water Heat Pump Systems

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

10:00 - 10:30 AM

Fire Resistant Wall Systems [DEMO]

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

10:30 - 11:00 AM

Buildings That Last: Improving Your Envelope with Continuous Insulation & Shingles Presented by Atlas

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

11:00 - 11:30 AM

Detailing ZIP System Panels [DEMO]

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Multifamily Indoor Air Quality Strategies

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

12:00 - 12:30 PM

Outsulation Three Ways [DEMO]

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

1:00 - 1:30 PM

Window Installations with Exterior Insulation [DEMO]

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

1:30 - 2:00 PM

Moisture & Mold Control with Stone Wool in Hot, Humid Climates Presented by Rockwool

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

2:00 - 2:30 PM

Installing Hydronic Heating & Cooling Systems [DEMO]

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

3:00 - 3:30 PM

Why & How to Install an ERV [DEMO]

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

Thursday, February 19

9:30 - 10:00 AM

What’s the Point? Dewpoint!

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

10:00 - 10:30 AM

Construction Moisture Management [DEMO]

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

10:30 - 11:00 AM

Rainscreens for Better Drainage & Drying

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

11:00 - 11:30 AM

Rainscreen Systems: Materials & Installation [DEMO]

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Jobsite Safety & Fall Prevention

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

12:00 - 12:30 PM

Airtightness Testing in the Field [DEMO]

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

1:00 - 1:30 PM

Electrical Controls & Energy Management [DEMO]

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

2:00 - 2:30 PM

Tech Onsite: Communication & Documentation [DEMO]

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

3:30 - 4:00 PM

2026 Best of IBS Awards Ceremony & Toast

OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

Tuesday,
February 17

9:30 - 10:00 AM Panelizing Floor Trusses for Faster, More Efficient Builds OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

10:00 - 10:30 AM Well Insulated Slabs [DEMO] OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

10:30 - 11:00 AM Building Affordable, High-Performance Homes OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

11:00 - 11:30 AM Floor Framing with Trusses [DEMO] OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM CompanyCam in the Wild with Real Trades Pros Presented by CompanyCam OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

12:00 - 12:30 PM Modern Roof Truss Options [DEMO] OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

1:00 - 1:30 PM Roof Framing Overlay Techniques [DEMO] OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

1:30 - 2:00 PM High Performance Floor, Wall & Roof Assemblies Presented by Huber OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

2:00 - 2:30 PM High Performance Roof Assemblies [DEMO] OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

2:30 - 3:00 PM Wildfire Urban Interface Design & Detailing OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

3:00 - 3:30 PM Critical Air Sealing Locations [DEMO] OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

Wednesday,
February 18

9:30 - 10:00 AM The Allure of Air-to-Water Heat Pump Systems OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

10:00 - 10:30 AM Fire Resistant Wall Systems [DEMO] OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

10:30 - 11:00 AM Buildings That Last: Improving Your Envelope with Continuous Insulation & Shingles Presented by Atlas OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

11:00 - 11:30 AM Detailing ZIP System Panels [DEMO] OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM Multifamily Indoor Air Quality Strategies OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

12:00 - 12:30 PM Outsulation Three Ways [DEMO] OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

1:00 - 1:30 PM Window Installations with Exterior Insulation [DEMO] OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

1:30 - 2:00 PM Moisture & Mold Control with Stone Wool in Hot, Humid Climates Presented by Rockwool OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

2:00 - 2:30 PM Installing Hydronic Heating & Cooling Systems [DEMO] OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

3:00 - 3:30 PM Why & How to Install an ERV [DEMO] OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

Thursday,
February 19

9:30 - 10:00 AM What’s the Point? Dewpoint! OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

10:00 - 10:30 AM Construction Moisture Management [DEMO] OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

10:30 - 11:00 AM Rainscreens for Better Drainage & Drying OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

11:00 - 11:30 AM Rainscreen Systems: Materials & Installation [DEMO] OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM Jobsite Safety & Fall Prevention OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

12:00 - 12:30 PM Airtightness Testing in the Field [DEMO] OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

1:00 - 1:30 PM Electrical Controls & Energy Management [DEMO] OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

2:00 - 2:30 PM Tech Onsite: Communication & Documentation [DEMO] OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

3:30 - 4:00 PM 2026 Best of IBS Awards Ceremony & Toast OCCC - Booth W5483 - IBS Construction Performance Zone

Demo Instructors

Travis Brungardt

Catalyst Construction

Travis Brungardt

Ben Bogie

Ben Bogie

BPC Green Builders

Joe Cook

Catalyst Construction

Joe Cook

Jordan Smith

Jordan Smith

Jordan Smith Builds

Ross Trethewey

TE2 Engineering & This Old House

Ross Trethewey

Construction Performance Zone Sponsors

Check out information about Construction Performance Zone sponsors.

Become a Sponsor

For more information on how your company can partner with the Construction Performance Zone, please contact Cheryl Lewis at [email protected] or 202-266-8208.

Sponsors

Huber Engineered Woods

Logic Windows & Doors

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