Bathrooms can be dangerous places for people with and without physical limitations. The prevalence of bathroom falls amongst persons of all age groups and levels of ability has driven the trend of accessible shower design. Presented here is an overview of how curbless shower pans are designed for durability and safety, and to meet the needs of acce...
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This course covers the wall assembly thermal performance requirements of current energy codes (both the 2009 and 2012 versions of the IECC are covered). In addition, the course discusses the alternative compliance paths that are available for masonry walls under IECC and ASHRAE, including the use of COMcheck software, and provides an introduction t...
Architects are challenged when creating a design balancing resiliency, aesthetics and construction costs. How do you create a strong structure on budget without sacrificing the design values clients want. This course outlines the aesthetic opportunities with masonry materials that create great projects and build a safer Florida....
Paving products comprise an important part of both the functionality and aesthetic of exterior spaces, including urban plazas, streetscapes, walkways, patios, and amenity spaces. This course provides an overview of architectural paving and segmental retaining walls (SRWs) as two primary applications of hardscaping products in these spaces. The cour...
This program introduces the next generation of concrete masonry units allowed by recent updates to the ASTM standard governing load-bearing Concrete Masonry Units, including discussion of the cost and structural efficiency and energy conservation benefits of these new designs....
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 ph...
Roof top paver systems have become an integral part of commercial roofing that not only increases usable square footage of the structure but also improves the energy efficiency and increases the life expectancy of the overall roof system. Additionally, roof top paver systems allow great access to the outdoors helping improve occupant comfort levels...
This course is a review of Masonry Best Practices in construction. Currently adopted ASTM Masonry Standards and Masonry Best Practices will be reviewed. These standards have proven over time to insure resilient structures in harsh environments. We will be summarizing material specification, flashing/weep details, differential movement, vertical rel...
Belgard Commercial is committed to partnering with the design community to help you find solutions to meet or even exceed your client’s needs and expectations. In this session, we will review Belgard Commercial’s product line options, features, benefits, and design support services....
Concrete Masonry has many advantages for building envelope construction. This course explains five key unexpected advantages that are not as widely known as they should be....
This presentation provides an overview of sustainable materials for the bath, including production, performance, maintenance, and frameworks for assessment, and focuses on recycled copper, sustainably made concrete, FSC®-certified bamboo, and reclaimed wood....
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This program introduces building retrofits as a method to achieve green building standards by adapting existing structures. While a building retrofit may have several types of interventions, participants will learn how effective air sealing will improve overall occupant comfort, health, and safety. This includes a detailed look at sources of air le...
Geosynthetics have been used for decades in pavement systems and can provide many benefits to permeable paver systems when properly applied. Geosynthetics can provide the following functions: separation, reinforcement, filtration, drainage, and containment. The most common geosynthetics used within permeable paver systems are geotextiles, geogrids,...
Architectural precast concrete products are versatile, sustainable, affordable, and resilient. This course examines the advantages of building with them and discusses the production process, unique characteristics, and installation of architectural precast concrete’s three main product groups....
Concrete is an essential part of modern buildings. As net zero energy buildings become more common, it is crucial to find ways to reduce concrete’s carbon footprint without losing the performance characteristics that make it valuable to the building team. This course explains the sources of concrete’s carbon footprint and explores strategies fo...
Concrete grid pavement is widely used across North America for various applications including “green” pathways, parking lots, and basic erosion control. This presentation reviews the various applications for concrete grid pavements and provides important design considerations, product specifications and construction recommendations. Environm...
This course covers how to use the COMcheck(TM) software from the Department of Energy to evaluate whether mass walls meet Energy Code requirements....
This course explores insulating concrete forms (ICFs) as part of a sustainable construction system by covering their benefits, applications, and design considerations. The course delves into the structural properties, energy efficiency, and environmental impact of ICFs. Also presented are best practices for integrating ICFs into various architectur...
Waterproofing goes beyond merely keeping a building dry; it's an essential strategy to safeguard the building's overall well-being, guarantee the comfort and safety of its inhabitants, and uphold the property's value over time. This course provides an in-depth exploration of the newest waterproofing technologies, their intricate interconnections, a...
This course will concentrate on the Masonry QA/QC programming established in MSJC 402/602 and the importance of Pre-Bid meetings, correct scope of work and Mock Up Panels. The sole intent of the course is to ensure the owner, designer and contractor have their expectations met on the installation of masonry on their project without sacrificing the ...
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 proj...
Garages of the 21st century can make significant contributions to project aesthetics, durability and sustainability. Learn the basics of managing cost and schedule, how to design and detail key features, and how to incorporate innovative and proven technical developments - including carbon fiber reinforcement - that contribute to reliable and lasti...
Selecting materials and finishes is an integral part of specifying site furniture products. This course reviews typical conditions inherent to outdoor environments, along with the potential impact on materials, products and installed projects. A range of materials commonly used outdoors, including wood, metal, concrete and glass, is examined agains...
With this course, participants will be able to: Describe Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) and its components, identifying how these contribute to a durable, safe, energy-efficient, and sustainable building practices List the financial, environmental, and sustainable benefits of ICF construction and how ICF can contribute to LEED® points earned on ...
With energy codes calling for continuous insulation and a substantial increase of architects and builders using insulated concrete sandwich panels in many diverse applications, we would like to present a course that defines not just what an insulated concrete sandwich panel is but review load bearing and non-load bearing panels as well as composite...
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