Fricklas earned a master’s degree in physical chemistry from Rutgers University, and was a research and development chemist for Johns Manville (JM) and Riegel Paper Corp., as well as serving as director for JM’s Built-up Roofing Systems Institute (BURSI). He received a patent for a fire-rated vapor retarder system, co-developed other patented product lines, and has worked with FM Global and UL on fire- and wind-rated roof systems.

At the RCI convention, Fricklas was also named a fellow of RCI’s esteemed Jury of Fellows, an honorary title bestowed upon individuals who have demonstrated meritorious service. Other awards Fricklas has previously received from RCI include the Outstanding Educator Award and the William C. Correll Award.

RCI is an international association of building envelope consultants whose members specialize in design, investigation, repair and management of roofing, exterior wall and waterproofing systems. RCI regularly hosts education programs designed to demystify and explain the application of roofing, waterproofing and exterior wall technologies.

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