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Protective Architectural Coatings: Eco-Durable, Industrial Strength

Provides an overview of protective architectural coatings and introduces new eco-durable coatings that meet the most stringent environmental regulations while offering greater durability than heavy industrial coatings. The unique hybrid chemistry, industry standards, case studies, and application best practices for a variety of substrates are discussed.

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Going for Gold: A Case Study of Recycled Glass and Concrete Surfaces with Cradle to Cradle Certification - PODCAST

Provides an overview of the levels and criteria of Cradle To Cradle® Certification. Additionally demonstrates how C2C® Certification criteria at the Gold level was met by the manufacturer of durable surfaces made of recycled glass and cement.

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U-Shaped, Non-Grated, Pre-Engineered Trench Drains
       
Provides an overview of the development of slotted trench drain systems, an upgrade from traditional grated systems. Functional design and aesthetic considerations are discussed, as well as the integral qualities of a pre-engineered, u-shaped, single-slotted, non-grated trench drain system.

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Benefits and Applications of Photocatalytic Oxidation Coatings
    
Provides an overview of photocatalytic oxidation coatings and includes discussions on the chemistry behind the reaction, properties of photocatalytic oxidizers (PCOs), air quality, and the benefits and applications of photocatalytic oxidation coatings.

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Aluminum Railings: Systems and Designs
    
Provides an overview of aluminum railing systems, their components, features and design options, as well as a review of the IBC 2006 codes related to hand rails and guards.

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Events + Conferences
AIA Continuing Education Seminars

STAY COMPETITIVE IN THE MARKETPLACE - Rochester
February 16, 2011 - 6 AIA LEARNING UNIT CREDITS (HSW/SD) and 6.5 USGBC GBCI CE CREDITS
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STAY COMPETITIVE IN THE MARKETPLACE - Buffalo
February 17, 2011 - 6 AIA LEARNING UNIT CREDITS (HSW/SD) and 6.5 USGBC GBCI CE CREDITS
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The CSI Academies - Feb. 24-26, Dallas
Learn product representation, contract administration and specifying from CSI, the only organization that sees how they relate, and can fill in the gaps between them! Attend the CSI Academies (Feb. 24-26, Dallas). You’ll leave with skills you can use NOW!. Learn more.
Spring Exam Early Registration Deadline - Jan. 28
Registration is now open for the spring CDT and advanced certification exams (CCS, CCCA, CCPR) March 28 – April 9. The early registration deadline is January 28 and the final registration deadline is February 25. Learn more, or register now.
CSI Webinar: Reinvention through BIM -- The Role of Technology in Practice Transformation- Jan. 20, 2pm ET
The construction industry is working through great economic, social, and technological challenges. Architects, engineers and contractors are riding a wave of change that is forcing us to rethink what we can contribute to the profession, the industry, and to society. To succeed, we must define and incorporate new competencies. This session will consider the skill set implications of technology trends affecting design and construction, with a specific focus on building information modeling. How does BIM reshape the vision of practice for the AEC community and require new skills and attitudes? How do model-based practice skills enable practitioners to move the industry to achieve sustainable collaborative projects? These opportunities imply a new vision for firms, business models, and the careers of emerging and mature professionals. Consider strategies for the next stage of reinvention of your company and your career. Learn more, or register.
CSI Webinar: Advanced Construction Specifications- Jan. 27 2pm ET
This 3-part course explains how construction specifications are an essential part of contract documentation to facilitate clear communications between team members. Learn how to specify appropriate quality; how to describe and enforce your design intent; and how to coordinate specifications with drawings. Learn hints, tips, tricks and key language for preparing professional specifications. Understand the preparation, use and maintenance of master guide specifications and the process of preparing and assembling a project manual. A brief survey of Division 01 general requirements and the effects of varying project delivery methods on the specifications are also considered. Learn more, or register now.
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