at The Galveston Island Convention Center
Friday, August 15, 2008
TEXAS MASONRY COUNCIL 447 S. Seguin Avenue New Braunfels, TX 78130 Phone: 888.374.9922 Fax: 830.625.4733
To register online, go to www.texasmasonrycouncil.org and click on the “Continuing Education” Link
Topics to be covered: • Reinforcement and Anchoring systems for CMU and steel stud back-ups • Using anchoring systems successfully with air/vapor barriers • Seismic and high wind load requirements for reinforcement and anchoring
Sustainability in Masonry Construction Chris Bupp
www.texasmasonrycouncil.org
• Designing for building movement (expansion & contraction) • Advantages / Disadvantages of various flashing materials • Moisture Management products / systems (limiting mold problems) • Air Ventilation within the cavity
1 hr
The Role of Masonry in Sustainable Design and LEEDTM 1.5 hrs Christine Subasic This presentation will give insight on the environmental building marketplace, as well as cover criteria and considerations used in selecting masonry products for LEEDTM projects.
Region F Apprenticeship Skills & Fastest Trowel Competitions Architects will see first hand the training that each year’s apprentice has received by showcasing their projects during this high skilled competition.
Design / Build – Architects & Masons 1.5 hrs Architects along with the mason industry’s leading masons will work together to build a masonry wall system.
Fire Safe Construction Cost Comparison Study 2 hrs Dr. Walt Schneider, P.E. This program will introduce strong evidence why building with masonry is the right choice for fire safety construction.
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