Masonry Cleaning Procedures

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Roughly a one-hour walking tour that includes information on raw materials, machinery, personnel and projects.  A step by step process on the manufacturing of concrete block and landscape products.  Closed toe shoes and safety eyewear will be required and provided as needed.  Appointments can be made for operating and non-operating hours.  One on one question and answer time will be provided after tour completion.
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A one-hour seminar that includes a slide presentation reviewing the ASTM specification and testing procedures for the quality control of concrete in the field. Tests for slump, air content, unit weight and the manufacture of compressive strength specimens are demonstrated.  Non-destructive strength testing and the use of cored specimens are discussed, as well as the recommended procedure for resolving low strength disputes.
Learning Units - 1.0 (HSW)

A one-hour slide presentation covering concrete ingredients and the fundamentals of concrete mix designs.  Subjects include portland cement, water-cement ratio, concrete aggregates, air entraining, admixtures, batching, mixing and transportation.  Based on "The Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures" published by the Portland Cement Association, and the personal experience of the speaker.
Learning Units - 1.0 (HSW)

A one-hour slide presentation reviewing standard field practices for the placing, finishing and curing of concrete.  Both formed concrete and flatwork finishing are covered.  Topics also included are flatwork surface defects (scaling, blisters, plastic shrinkage cracking) and the controlling of contraction cracking.
Learning Units - 1.0 (HSW)

A two-hour seminar promoting the use of concrete pavement for industrial driveways and parking areas.  The many benefits of concrete pavements are discussed.  Convenient methods of construction are reviewed and the simple design procedures outlined in ACI 330, “Guide for Design and Construction of Concrete Parking Lots”, are introduced.
Learning Units - 2.0 (HSW)

A one-hour seminar that reviews the procedures for various architectural finishes, including exposed aggregate finishes, dry shake color finishes, stamped pattern finishes, and inlaid paper pattern finishes.  Concrete need not necessarily be grey and broom finished.  Driveways, patios, sidewalks and floors can be constructed to provide a myriad of color and pattern combinations limited only by the designer and the skill of the craftsman.
Learning Units - 1.0 (HSW)

An in-depth explanation of the fly ash production process, its use as a supplement to portland cement, its performance and its environmental benefits.  Participants will gain an understanding of the use of this recycled material in the design and construction of buildings and infrastructure.
Learning Units-1.0 (HSW)

An in-depth explanation of the silica fume production process, its use as a supplement to portland cement, its performance and its environmental benefits.  Participants will gain an understanding of the use of this recycled material in the design and construction of buildings and infrastructure.
Learning Units-1.0 (HSW)

An in-depth explanation of the slag production process, its use as a supplement to portland cement, its performance and aesthetic advantages, and its environmental benefits.  Participants will gain an understanding of the use of this recycled material in the design and construction of buildings and infrastructure.
Learning Units - 1.0 (HSW)

Explains the production process of SCMs, their uses as a supplement(s) to portland cement, their plastic and hardened concrete performance and environmental benefits.  Participants will gain an understanding of the use of these recycled materials in the design and construction of buildings and infrastructure.
Learning Units - 1.0 (HSW)

Participants will learn how high performance concrete improves performance of a structure, gain insight into its sustainable advantages, and learn about its strength and durability characteristics.  Participants will gain insight into aspects including manufacturing, application, performance, sustainability, and types of high performance concrete.
Learning Units - 1.0 (HSW)

A one-hour seminar including a slide presentation reviewing the cement manufacturing process.  All of the major steps in the process are explained, from quarry operations to raw grind burning and final grind including the quality control procedures necessary to change calcium carbonate, alumina, silica and iron oxide into Portland cement.
Learning Units - 1.0 (HSW)

A one-hour slide presentation designed as a general review of standard construction practices and specifications for masonry mortars.  Topics include a revealing look at ASTM     C 270, the standard specification for mortars, measuring mortar materials, mixing, tooling joints, hot and cold weather procedures and the prevention of efflorescence.
Learning Units - 1.0 (HSW)

A two- hour workshop designed to review ACI 318 specifications covering the submittal of mix design proportions based on previous field experience.  Using test results from previous jobs, a ready mixed concrete producer can compile the pertinent strength data in a decisive format for approval by any specifying agency, bypassing the lab mix design procedure.
Learning Units - 2.0 (HSW)

A one and one-quarter hour seminar that includes a slide presentation reviewing the U. S. Green Building Council’s LEED certification and masonry’s contribution to LEED accreditation.
Learning Units - 1.25 (HSW)

A one and one quarter hour seminar that includes a slide presentation reviewing the U. S. Green Building Council’s LEED certification and concrete’s contribution to LEED accreditation.
Learning Units - 1.25 (HSW)

A one-hour National Ready-Mixed Concrete Association based seminar including a slide presentation that reviews the performance-based specifications encourage innovation cost-effective construction and quality control. An example specification for specifying high-performance concrete is presented.
Learning Units - 1.0 (HSW)

Attendees will learn the details of pervious concrete pavement systems, engineering properties and construction techniques.
Learning Units - 1.0 (HSW)

A one-half hour seminar that includes a slide presentation reviewing the continuing educational requirements for engineers and surveyors.
Learning Units - 0.5 (HSW)

Specifying the type of mortar used in brick and block construction is an important attribute in building design.  This presentation will provide the architect with the understanding and differentiation of each type of cement: Masonry Cement, Mortar Cement and Cement Lime.  The program will review the benefits of each type and also provide examples of recent studies performed.
Learning Units - 1.0 (HSW)

The program outlines in detail two important ASTM Specifications referencing masonry construction: C-270 and C-780.
The program references when and how each specification should be considered as they are commonly misrepresented and misunderstood throughout the trade.
A pre and post session evaluation will be given to assess course effectiveness and the extent of the participant's comprehension.
Learning Units - 1.0 (HSW)

This is a video presentation that highlights basic important masonry construction techniques that should be adhered to on the job site to ensure a quality construction project.
The presenter in the video is a master mason with over thirty-five years experience.
Following the video, architects will have the opportunity to interact with personnel with an average of fifteen years of masonry construction experience to address issues and/or concerns with proper masonry construction techniques.
A brief question and answer session will also be included to highlight specific important points of the presentation.
A pre and post session evaluation will be given to assess course effectiveness and the extent of the participant's comprehension.
Learning Units - 1.0 (HSW)

The presentation includes a virtual plant tour to educate the architect on the technology of the manufacturing process.
The second half of the program outlines the components of masonry mortars, desirable properties, specifications and codes, and the selection process.
A pre and post session evaluation will be given to assess course effectiveness and the extent of the participant's comprehension.
Learning Units - 2.0 (HSW)

The presentation details the many factors that impact the finished color of mortar on any masonry project.
Pictured highlight specific examples of designing with colored mortar with several examples of good and poor construction.
Architects are encouraged to participate and/or ask questions during the presentation.
Learning Units - 1.0 (HSW)