The following reading materials and multi-media presentation are provided here specifically for you, the Tyvek Specialist. These are the same items used as Study Guides in the Product Knowledge course. They are collected here for your convenience and use.

• Tyvek Timeline
  This multi-media feature gives you a quick look at the history of Tyvek.

• Tyvek Summary
  Key points from Xuaco Pascual's presentation introducing Tyvek .

• Understanding High Perm vs. Low Perm
  A DuPont Bulletin which explores this important building science principle.

• Measuring Air Penetration Resistance
  A summary of the test methods that are used strictly to evaluate the air resistance characteristics of Tyvek.

• Evaluating Water Penetration Resistance
  A summary of the test methods that are used to evaluate the water penetration characteristics of Tyvek.

• The Mechanical Durability of Tyvek
  Describes the test methods used to compare competitive building wraps.

• Evaluating UV Resistance
  Explores the effects of UV degradation, and the accelerated UV test that all Tyvek building wraps are required to pass.

• Understanding Surfactants
  There are many more myths than facts floating around about surfactants. This reading sets the record straight.

• Competitive Product Summary
  Provides a brief comparison of the various membrane types available.

• Competitive Product Analysis
  A collection of spec sheets to evaluate the competitive landscape of the building wrap market.

• Answering Questions About Tyvek
  General guidelines for answering customer questions, and some suggested responses.

• Flashing Product Summary
  A summary of Xuaco Pascual's presentation on flashing products.

• What is FlexWrap?
  Features and benefits of this unique and exceptional product.

• Window Flashing Step-By-Step
  A thorough walkthrough of the flashing installation procedure.

• Self-Adhered Flashing Tapes: Which Should You Use?
  This DuPont Bulletin examines three tests comparing the performance of Butyl vs. Asphalt.

• How to Handle a Complaint
  A guide to managing the complaint process, and keeping your customer on track.

• Field Investigation Report
  A checklist for your use in communicating complaints back to DuPont.

• Navigating New Building and Energy Codes
  This summary document outlines the history of the model codes, and pinpoints the most relevant changes.