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Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:
- Describe the various types of expansion joint covers that are commercially available.
List the unique features and characteristics of each type of expansion joint cover.
Summarize the fundamentals of static and dynamic fire-barriers for expansion joint covers.
Identify current code requirements and testing standards for fire-barrier assemblies.
Describe expansion joint cover systems designed exclusively for parking garage application.
Explain how to select the appropriate type of expansion joint cover for your project.
Approximately 1 hour, 30 minutes. Delivered online, at your own pace.
Presented by Harold Mathias on behalf of Construction Specialties. View the Privacy Policy .
Presenter Information
Name: Harold Mathias
Title: Technical Specialist/Specification Manger,, Construction Specialties Inc.
Background: Harold Mathias has been with Construction Specialties Inc. for 13 years acting as a technical specialist for the expansion joint cover product line. He is also a long term, active member of the product development team and has been involved in numerous new expansion joint cover product developments. For the past three years Harold’s primary responsibilities have been focused on specification development. Large projects that require expansion joint covers are identified and Harold assists the architects and designers in sizing the joints correctly, selecting the proper joint covers and developing a specification that complies with current code requirements. Harold’s other responsibilities include providing and conducting educational presentations on expansion joint covers to AIA members in the architectural and engineering communities.
