April 2, 2021
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As always AIA New Jersey Members can register to attend any or all of the courses free of charge at:
https://www.echelonmasonry.co
April 1, 1:00pm ET: New Masonry Cleaning Procedures (1 LU / HSW)
Concrete masonry buildings deliver exceptional beauty coupled with high performance – but can be subject to unsightly staining and discoloration if treated improperly. Proper cleaning after construction and throughout the life of the building will help preserve concrete masonry’s beauty and ensure its lasting performance.
Join experts from Oldcastle APG for useful knowledge on how to ensure maximum aesthetics for your masonry projects from day one – and throughout its lifecycle. We will address ergonomic concerns and detail safety and training requirements to properly use masonry cleaners in the field, from a product chemical standpoint, as well as the actually best-labor practices.
Please join the webinar using the WebEx information below. A brief download may be required
WEBEX INFORMATION
Attendee Link:
https://oldcastle.webex.com/oldcastle/onstage/g.php?MTID=eb710d79556c2a7b0474982f9017f5293
Password: APGU
Access Code: 129 509 0461
One-Touch: 1-844-992-4726,,1295090461#
April 15, 1:00pm ET: School Design and Construction (An Architect’s Perspective) (1 LU / HSW)
Masonry buildings offer a wealth of health and safety benefits to the occupants, including mitigating moisture, protecting air quality, enhancing resiliency and safety, as well as energy performance. So why is masonry not the standard for every school?
In this session, three notable architects will walk through a deep-dive review of school design and construction and discuss the use of concrete masonry products. Attendees will walk away
with a better understanding of the best design practices and criteria used by architects in selecting materials and systems for school design, as well as preventative measures used to
maximize the health, safety and wellness of learners.
Please join the webinar using the WebEx information below. A brief download may be required
WEBEX INFORMATION
Attendee Link:
https://oldcastle.webex.com/oldcastle/onstage/g.php?MTID=e831556d6bde38b3d416d20e8dd5bcd49
Password: APGU
Access Code: 129 410 8835
One-Touch: 1-844-992-4726,,1294108835#
April 29, 1:00pm ET: Deck Materials and Sustainable Design (1 LU/ HSW)
Composite decking materials have become a viable and affordable choice in commercial and residential applications, resilient to the elements and sustainable over time. In this course we will introduce traditional and alternative deck surface materials and explore exterior deck design and construction strategies to ensure maximum lifespan, contributing to sustainable design efforts.
Join experts from Oldcastle APG as they summarize green building benefits of composite decking and creating safe and healthy outdoor spaces per today’s code standards, as well as best practices for moisture resistance, slip resistance, thermal expansion, hardness and weight, load capacity and more.
Please join the webinar using the WebEx information below. A brief download may be required
WEBEX INFORMATION
Attendee Link:
https://oldcastle.webex.com/oldcastle/onstage/g.php?MTID=e6693c7db356674d5aa87f66d8e379831
Password: APGU
Access Code: 129 595 2675
One-Touch: 1-844-992-4726,,1295952675#
May 13, 1:00pm ET: PICP System Design and Construction (1 LU / HSW)
Permeable Interlocking Concrete Pavers (PICP) are a cost-effective stormwater control measure that can beautify your property while enhancing sustainability, managing water runoff and decreasing your environmental footprint.
Join experts from Oldcastle APG as they provide an introduction to PICP systems, plus an overview of the challenges of impervious surfaces in achieving the goals of Low Impact Development, specifically stormwater infiltration practices through pavement surfaces. This course addresses designing for hydrological and structural requirements, and reviews required details, and the design approach discussed is based on the Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institutes PICP design manual.
Please join the webinar using the WebEx information below. A brief download may be required
WEBEX INFORMATION
Attendee Link:
https://oldcastle.webex.com/oldcastle/onstage/g.php?MTID=e896ea9fbb9522dcf0a91094e9cf17725
Password: APGU
Access Code: 129 771 8395
One-Touch: 1-844-992-4726,,1297718395#
May 27, 1:00pm ET: LEED v4.1 Changes (1 LU / HSW)
Designing to LEED v4.1 will enable architects to provide healthier, more sustainable spaces for occupants and will benefit the overall environment.
Join sustainability expert Christine A. Subasic, PE as she discusses the changes from the LEED 2009 standard to the latest LEED v4.1 standard, with a specific focus on masonry.
This course will discuss how LEED fosters sustainable building, and the principal areas in which LEED v4.1 differs from previous versions of LEED in improving the level of energy savings and eliminating CO2 output. EPD (Environmental Product Declaration) and the (HPD) (Health Product Declaration) are important parts of LEED v.41, and the differences between the two reports will also be discussed to help architects effectively specify healthier, safer and higher-performing LEED v4.1-compliant buildings.
Please join the webinar using the WebEx information below. A brief download may be required
WEBEX INFORMATION
Attendee Link:
https://oldcastle.webex.com/oldcastle/onstage/g.php?MTID=e235d30433eac304799303e7645d3059d
Password: APGU
Access Code: 129 387 8334
One-Touch: 1-844-992-4726,,1293878334#
June 10, 1:00pm ET: Using PICP to Meet Stormwater Treatment Objectives (1 LU /HSW)
Stormwater management techniques seek to reduce runoff of rainwater or melted snow into streets, lawns and other sites in order to protect water quality). This course will focus on understanding the evolution of stormwater management strategies, comparing surface-based BMPs to manufactured treatment system options, and highlighting Permeable Interlocking
Concrete Pavement (PICP) systems as a viable solution to address conveyance and water quantity/quality objectives.
In this session, experts from Oldcastle APG will provide a summary of the academic and industry research to date using PICP for water treatment, along with strategies for combining the benefits of PICP with manufactured treatment systems. We will also identify how PICP systems can be used as part of a treatment train process and understand the general trend towards focusing on stormwater quality and treatment solutions.
Please join the webinar using the WebEx information below. A brief download may be required
WEBEX INFORMATION
Attendee Link:
https://oldcastle.webex.com/oldcastle/onstage/g.php?MTID=e80204b30b1d65d4d97fa8f235714c513
Password: APGU
Access Code: 129 164 8836
One-Touch: 1-844-992-4726,,1291648836#
June 24, 1:00pm ET: Design Tactics for Stone Masonry Products (1 LU/ HSW)
Planning and designing sound masonry walls, and using proper architectural structural components based on industry guidelines and specifications are critical when designing with stone masonry products.
Join experts from Oldcastle APG as we discuss large veneer options and the proper detailing procedures that need to be followed for moisture prevention and crack control. We will also discuss sustainable design options in specifying large masonry veneers, differences between wet cast and dry cast masonry veneer units, and the correct detailing needed for moisture prevention in masonry specification, particularly for large veneer units.
Please join the webinar using the WebEx information below. A brief download may be required
WEBEX INFORMATION
Attendee Link:
https://oldcastle.webex.com/oldcastle/onstage/g.php?MTID=ef1c61bcb94b78be176fa544f173d63d7
Password: APGU
Access Code: 129 515 4299
One-Touch: 1-844-992-4726,,1295154299#
Please Contact Michael with any questions.
Michael Vaughn
Brand Manager – Echelon and Belgard Commercial
Oldcastle APG a CRH Company
400 Perimeter Center Terrace Suite 1000 | Atlanta, GA 30346
M: 678.428.6425
W: echelonmasonry.com
By Stacey Ruhle Kliesch, AIA, AIA NJ Advocacy Consultant | Posted in Continuing Ed | Tagged: #APGU, #Oldcastle | Comments (0)
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