This course explores the below-grade use of polyisocyanurate (POLYISO) insulation to meet energy code and maximize thermal performance of the building foundation. Let us help dispel the myths that have been created relative to POLYISO insulation while discussing its thermal performance, water absorption, and load capacity – the three primary characteristics for below grade insulation. In addition, we will discuss how the insulation can provide protection for the foundation waterproofing system.

Off-site construction practices for commercial projects are growing in popularity because of their ability to combat persistent industry challenges such as weather delays, skilled labor shortages, material availability issues, and price increases. While the benefits to off-site construction are undeniable, the upfront efforts required from the project team can cause apprehension. This learning will take participants on an off-site construction journey leveraging case studies to share firsthand experiences of successful projects that have been able to turn the upfront effort into a wealth of benefits.

This course starts with a review of safety procedures associated with cement and concrete and the protective gear needed for safe handling. It explains the environmental impact of carbon emissions related to concrete production and reports on the industry’s Roadmap to Net Zero Concrete. Attendees will learn the benefits of using ash in concrete and the difference between “fresh” or production ash with harvested material and review various beneficiation techniques being used to transform non-specification coal ash into high-quality SCM’s. It will include a discussion of the Thermal Beneficiation process and how this technology supports the circular economy and enables Low Carbon Concrete mixes. Commercial scale Net Zero Concrete will ultimately only be possible through the use of Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage (CCUS) strategies. This course will explain how the most viable of these technologies will be used to provide full scale cement decarbonation and concrete mixes with net zero embodied carbon without offsets. It will walk through the technology that makes this possible and how the carbon savings afforded by CCUS are represented in Life Cycle Inventories to achieve Net Zero embodied carbon concrete mixes. Specifiers and designers will be given details for their role in decarbonating future concrete construction and what they and other stakeholders can do to promote these technologies.

PROSOCO has been cleaning and protecting masonry for nearly 85 years. We can help you develop solutions for cleaning the toughest masonry stains and identify treatments for long-term protection of masonry, concrete and other hard surfaces. Our field support, laboratory and customer care teams are ready to help you take on your next project.

This course starts with a discussion of the basic material science of concrete, its ingredients, and the protective gear needed for safe handling. It covers the environmental impact of carbon emissions related to the material, the industry’s Roadmap to Net Zero Concrete and its published commitments to address those impacts. The course presents real-life examples of how to reduce the environmental footprint of concrete, including using specific materials and techniques during project planning, design, and construction. It also discusses binder options like LC2, LC3, and other blended cement products that help cut embodied carbon in concrete. Information is given on slag cement, coal combustion products, both fresh fly ash and beneficiated reclaimed ash, natural pozzolans, and other established and newly developed supplementary cementitious materials. Lastly, the course will discuss established and emerging Carbon Sequestration and Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage (CCUS) strategies and detail their role in decarbonating concrete construction and what designers, and other stakeholders can do to promote these technologies.

Meet the PROSOCO technical team and learn about how we can support your next project. The Consolideck line features products for preparing, hardening, decorating, protecting and maintaining finished concrete floors, whether the desired aesthetic is a matte finish or a highly polished showroom floor. Learn about important resources for the design phase and critical support for the implementation process.