PEPA Summer 2026 In-Person Technical Committee Meeting

Join us in Raleigh for the PEPA 2026 Summer Technical Committee (TC) Meeting, July 27–29, 2026, at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Crabtree. This in-person gathering brings together PEPA members and industry partners to connect, share timely updates, and take part in practical technical discussions and working sessions that advance our shared priorities for polymeric exterior building products.

Hotel Booking Link - Attendees can mention that they are part of the Summer 2026 PEPA Technical Committee Meeting and provide the group code of 90S.

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Start the meeting on Monday evening with a welcome reception to meet fellow members, exchange insights, and build new connections.

Hear in-person technical presentations, including recycling initiatives and updates on fire, wind, and hail performance:

• Fire – Daniel Martin, Jensen Hughes
• Hail – Chris Sanders, Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS)
• Recycling – Dominic DeCaria, The Vinyl Institute (VI)
• Wind – Jay Crandell, ARES Consulting

Participate in Technical Work Group sessions:

• Impact Testing Work Group (ITWG)
• Recycled Properties Work Group (RPWG)
• Standards Development Work Group (SDWG)
• Wind Testing Work Group (WTWG)

Plus, dedicated Code Development Work Group (CDWG) time to make real progress in future building code efforts.

Close with project summary(ies), proposed 2027 budget needs, and action items so everyone leaves aligned on next steps.

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Info: https://polymericexteriors.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26072729-TC-Agenda.pdf

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