PHRC Reports

2011 Publications

• 109: Performance of Structural Insulated Panels with Different Fasteners and Splines Under Monotonic and Cyclic Loading
• 110: Determination of Seismic Performance Factors for Structural Insulated Panel Shear
  Walls Based on Fema P695 Methodology

2010 Publications

• Impact of the Uniform Construction Code in Pennsylvania

2009 Publications

• 108: Analysis of the Wall Bracing Requirements for PA

2008 Publications

• 105: Insulated Concrete Masonry Below-Grade Walls
• 106: Energy Code Enforcement
• 107: Experimental Cyclic Racking Evaluation of Light-frame Wood Stud & Steel Stud Wall Systems

2004 Publications

• P6: 2004 PA Housing Conference
• P5: Foundation Insulation Material Properties

2003 Publications

• CODE01: Pennsylvania's Alternative Residential Energy Provisions
• TM01: Training Manual (Programs GA1, GA2 and CO1)
• P4: Proceedings: 11th Annual PA Housing Conference

2002 Publications

• A77: Housing Innovation-The University Housing Research Centers and the Building Codes
• A78: The Concept of a Network of Full-Service Housing Resource Centers
• P3: Proceedings: 10th Annual PA Housing Conference

 

2001 Publications

• P2: Proceedings: 9th Annual PA Housing Conference

 

2000 Publications

• A68: Glazing Proportions for New housing in PA
• A69: Climatic Zones for Energy Conservation in PA
• A70: Thermal Envelope Assessment of Energy Code Provisions for Pennsylvania
• A71: Evaluation of Energy Code Trade-offs for PA
• A72: Energy Code Provisions for the Use of Light-Gauge, Cold Formed Steel
• P1: Proceedings: 8th Annual PA Housing Conference

1999 Publications

• A58: Design Issues With Steel-stud-framed Wall Systems
• A62: Marketing Modular
• A65: House Building Industry: Educational Needs Assessment
• A66: Residential Site Improvement and Subdivision Design Standards: A Review

 

1998 Publications

• A56: The Importance of Modular Housing in Pennsylvania
• A59: The Use of Housewrap in Walls: Installation, Performance and Implications
• A61: Building Code Training Needs in Pennsylvania

1997 Software

• A54: Evaluating the Costs of Modular and Stick-Built Construction Using A.C.E

1997 Publications

• A50: Below-Grade Construction: Issues and Needs
• A51: Foundation Wall Systems for Houses
• A52: A Builder's Guide to Modular Housing
• A53: Flood Damage to Houses with Basements: a Starting Point
• A55: Economic Assessment of Basement Insulation for Pennsylvania

1996 Publications

• A46: Investigation of the Computer Related Resources Available to the Pennsylvania Builder

1995 Publications

• A40: Evaluation of Duct Sealing Effectiveness
• A41: Creep Behavior of Composite Structural Insulated Panels
• A42: The Framework for an Integrated CAD-Based Information Management System for the Residential Building Industry
• A43: The Energy Cost Optimized Modular House
• A45: A Technology Transfer Program in Computer-Aided Design for the Residential Building and Construction Industry
• D5: A Comparative Analysis of State Mandated Contractor Licensing Examinations
• D6: Site Selection and Evaluation Techniques Concerning a Proposed ResidentialSubdivision Within the Centre Region
• D7: Test Item Development for the PBA Certified Residential Contractor Program
• D9: Computer-Aided Design for the Residential Builder

1994 Publications

• A32: Course Manual for Computer-Based Cost Estimating
• A33: Building Healthy Homes: A Builder's Reference Guide
• A34: Progress Report on the Creep Performance of Structural Insulated Panels
• A35: Suggested Competency Standards for the Pennsylvania Builders Association State-Wide Builder Certification Program
• A36: A Manufacturer's Reference Guide to the Design and Optimization of Energy Efficient HVAC Systems for Modular Houses
• A37: Management Guidelines for Growth Oriented Homebuilding Firms

1993 Publications

• A24: Site Wastewater Treatment and Disposal Systems Research Workshop
• A25: An Optimization Analysis of Residential Energy Systems
• A26: Technology Transfer Manual for Computer-Based Cost Estimating: Edition 3
• A27: Design and Optimization of Energy Efficient HVAC Systems for Modular Houses
• A28: A Residential Land Development Model (Phase I of a Continuing Study Concerning the Land Development Process)
• A29: Development of a Customized CAD-Based Design Production System for Residential Builders
• A30: Builders' Perceived Need for Continuing Education: A Focus Group Research Project Conducted for the Pennsylvania Builders Association Education Committee
• A31: A Review of Selected Alternative Wood Framing Systems for Residential and Light Commercial Construction
• D1: Groundwater Infiltration Pits

1992 Publications

• A22: Analysis of Envelope Performance and Energy Utilization in Residential Construction: Edition 2
• A23: Construction Process Knowledge Model to Assist Method Selection in Project Planning

1991 Publications

• A10: Analysis of Flow Through Porous Media as applied to Gabion Dams Regarding the Storage and Release of Stormwater Runoff
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• A11: Computer-Integrated Design Drawing, Cost Estimating and Construction Scheduling
• A13: An Analysis of Quality in the Modular Housing Industry
• A14: Analysis of Direct and Indirect Impact Costs Attributed to the Wetlands Regulatory Programs of the Local, State and Federal Governments of the United States
• A17: Participant manual for the Residential Building Code Training Program for Pennsylvania Code Officials and Inpsectors, Volumes I and II
• A18: Instructor Manual for the Residential Building Code Training Program for Pennsylvania Code Officials and Inspectors, Volumes I and II
• A19: An Overview of Opportunities/Needs for Residential Building Code Training for Pennsylvania Building Code Officials and Inspectors
• A20: Proceedings of the On-Site Wastemaster Treatment adn Disposal Systems Research Workshop
• A21: Summary Report of the NAHB Research Center Consortium of Designated University-Bassed Pennsylvania Housing Research Centers July1, 1988 to December 31, 1991
• A7: Analysis of the Policies and Procedures of Strom Water Management
• A8: A Comparison of Methodologies Used to Estimate Storm Water Runoff and Detention Basin Volume on a Sample Watershed
• A9: Analysys of Enveloope Performance and Energy Utilization in Residential Construction

1990 Publications

• A4: Building Systems for the TEAHouse (Technologically Efficient Affordable House)
• A5: Technology Concept for the TEAHouse (Tehcnologically Efficient Affordable House) - Building Systems Selection Criteria
• B2: A Consumer Guide to Factory Built Housing