RAPID HARDENING HYDRAULIC CEMENT MATERIALS
This session reviews basic calcium sulfoaluminate (CSA) cement technology and how it differs from standard cement materials. Performance advantages of Rapid Hardening Hydraulic Cement Materials (ASTM C1600) based on CSA compounds are reviewed, as well as project efficiencies that can be achieved when using CSA cement based concrete and concrete repair materials. Common products readily available in the marketplace for commercial, industrial and infrastructure applications use are reviewed, as well as design, installation and specification considerations. An overview of CSA’s sustainability aspects and LEED credit potential is also provided. Course #: RS0623 (1 LU)
This course discusses key challenges related to durability and compatibility of repair materials in concrete rehabilitation & repair projects. The performance advantages of Rapid Hardening Hydraulic Cement Materials (ASTM C1600) based on calcium sulfoaluminate (CSA) compounds are reviewed, along with the various materials available for concrete rehabilitation and repair in industrial, institutional, and commercial projects. Sustainability advantages are discussed, as well as design, installation and specification recommendations to ensure maximum long-term performance. Course #: RS0523 (1 LU)
This session reviews basic calcium sulfoaluminate (CSA) cement technology and how it differs from standard cement materials. Performance advantages of Rapid Hardening Hydraulic Cement Materials (ASTM C1600) based on CSA compounds are reviewed, as well as project efficiencies that can be achieved when using CSA cement based shotcrete, structural grouts, flowable fill and other common industry materials. Underground mining, construction, excavation and tunneling applications are reviewed, along with design, installation and specification considerations. An overview of CSA’s sustainability aspects and LEED credit potential is also provided. Course #: RSTM0623 (1 LU)
This session reviews basic calcium sulfoaluminate (CSA) cement technology and the performance advantages of Rapid Hardening Hydraulic Cement Materials (ASTM C1600). Project efficiencies that can be achieved when using CSA cement based shotcrete, structural grouts, flowable fill and other common industry materials in commercial and recreational applications are reviewed, along with installation and specification considerations. An overview of CSA’s sustainability aspects and LEED credit potential is also provided. Course #: RSSHTC0723 (1 LU)
POLISHED CONCRETE
This session reviews high-performance concrete overlayments designed for use in commercial, industrial and residential applications. Key aspects of designing, specifying and installing beautiful, resilient, polished concrete overlayments are reviewed. The advantages of low moisture, fast-curing, self-leveling overlayments are explored. Important considerations and product selection for specialty applications are identified. And, the contributions of polished concrete overlayments to green and sustainable designs are discussed. Course #: PCTRU0423 (1 LU)
This course reviews the key aspects of designing, specifying and installing beautiful, resilient, polished concrete floors & polished overlayments. Essential substrate preparation considerations and joint treatment are reviewed, as well as material options engineered to maximize durability and installation efficiency for new and rehabilitation/repair projects. You’ll discover the design versatility polished concrete finishes offer, as well as important specification recommendations and best practices to ensure successful installations and long-term performance. Course #: PCTRU0823 (1 LU)
TYPE K SHRINKAGE-COMPENSATING CONCRETE
This course reviews the fundamentals of Type K Shrinkage-Compensating Cement technology and its use in Bridge & Highway construction projects. A review of key performance advantages of Type K is provided, along with common industry applications, key design considerations, specification recommendations, and best practices to ensure maximum long-term performance and successful installations. Course #: BSCC0323 (1 LU/HSW)
This course reviews the fundamentals of Type K Shrinkage-Compensating Cement Concrete technology and its use in Water Management and Wastewater Treatment construction projects. A review of key performance advantages of Type K cement is provided, along with common industry applications, key design considerations, specification recommendations, and best practices to ensure maximum long-term performance and successful installations. Course #: WWSCC0523 (1 LU)
This course provides an overview of Type K Shrinkage-Compensating Cement Concrete and its use in parking structures and post-tensioned project designs. Its ability to overcome key challenges faced in concrete durability and long-term performance are discussed, as well as key advantages Type K offers in joint placement design, increased abrasion and impact resistance, reduced in-service operations and maintenance costs, and lower life-cycle costs. Guidelines for designing and specifying Type K are reviewed, as well as specification and installation “best practices” to ensure durable, long-term performance. Course #: KSCC1123 (1 LU)
This session provides an overview of Type K Shrinkage Compensating Concrete and its use in common commercial applications. Its ability to minimize key challenges in concrete applications, like cracking, curling and drying shrinkage, and restraint to shortening are discussed, as well as the advantages it offers in joint placement design and reduced in-service operations and maintenance costs. Guidelines for designing and specifying Type K cement concrete are reviewed, as well as specification and installation “best practices” to ensure durable, long-term performance. Course #: KSCC1223 (1 LU)
This course provides an overview of key performance advantages that can be achieved in concrete slab-on-ground designs by combining Type K cement concrete and integral moisture mitigating technologies. Participants will learn how combining these high-performance materials maximize protection against costly moisture vapor emissions challenges while providing increased design flexibility and maximizing extended joint capabilities. The cost advantages of proactively managing moisture risk mitigation, reducing joints, and minimizing costly facility downtime, maintenance of failed joints and of moisture sensitive floor coverings will be reviewed. Practical applications in industrial, institutional, and commercial market segments are discussed. Participants will understand how these materials offer complementary advantages that optimize performance and ease constructability. Course #: KCON1121 (1 LU)
This session provides an overview of designing extended joint slabs with Type K Shrinkage-Compensating Concrete. It reviews key challenges in concrete slab-on-grade applications, common approaches used to achieve extended joint slabs, and the advantages of optimizing performance and maximizing joint spacing with shrinkage-compensating concrete. Participants will gain an understanding of how shrinkage-compensating concrete works, how it achieves dimensional stability and how it improves long-term behavior of the concrete slab. Guidelines for designing and specifying Type K cement concrete are reviewed, as well as specification and installation “best practices” to ensure durable, long-term performance. Course #: KSCC0923 (1 LU)
This course reviews how shrinkage-compensating concrete helps meet today’s stringent design life requirements and sustainability initiatives. Attendees will learn how shrinkage-compensating concrete optimizes sustainable design by lowering the carbon footprint and optimizing life-cycle assessments. Durability, versatility, and ease of constructability will be reviewed and how each improves long-term performance and project efficiencies. Information related to reduced materials needs and time and labor requirements that improve project schedules and cost impacts will be provided. Participants will learn how shrinkage-compensating concrete provides an engineered solution that meets today’s construction challenges and achieves optimum cost value. Course #: KSCC0322S (1 LU)
This course provides an overview of Type K Shrinkage Compensating Concrete and its use in common industrial applications. Its ability to minimize key challenges in concrete applications, like cracking, curling, drying shrinkage and restraint to shortening challenges are discussed, as well as the advantages it offers in joint placement design and reduced in-service operations and maintenance costs. Guidelines for designing and specifying Type K cement concrete are reviewed, as well as specification and installation “best practices” to ensure durable, long-term performance. Course #: KSCC0523 (1 LU)
This session provides an overview of Type K Shrinkage Compensating Concrete and its use in common commercial applications. Its ability to minimize key challenges in concrete applications, like cracking, curling and drying shrinkage, and restraint to shortening are discussed, as well as the advantages it offers in joint placement design and reduced in-service operations and maintenance costs. Guidelines for designing and specifying Type K cement concrete are reviewed, as well as specification and installation “best practices” to ensure durable, long-term performance. Course #: KSCC0623 (1 LU)
This session reviews how Type K shrinkage-compensating concrete helps achieve today’s stringent performance requirements and sustainability objectives. Key essential materials being used in today’s concreting and grouting applications to meet sustainable design requirements are reviewed, as well as their compatibility with and complement to shrinkage-compensating concrete and grout designs. Other topics covered include how shrinkage-compensating concrete helps improve overall durability, performance, and structural behavior, overcome negative volume change, and improve constructability and project efficiencies. Designed versatility and the engineered systems approach will be presented, as well as information to assist in developing successful specifications using today’s high-performance materials. Course #: KSCCSUSTMX1023 (1 LU)
CALCIUM SULFOALUMINATE (CSA) CEMENT TECHNOLOGY
This course discusses key durability, longevity and maintenance challenges faced in concrete structures and concrete repair & renovation projects and reviews the science, technology and performance advantages calcium sulfoaluminate (CSA) cement offers in today’s built environment. Common materials and practical applications of use in infrastructure, industrial, institutional, and commercial market segments are reviewed. Participants will understand how this high-performance cement technology achieves durable, low maintenance, long-life concrete solutions, and maximizes design versatility. Industry standards and best practices are reviewed, as well as specification recommendations to ensure successful installations and long-term performance. Course #: CSAT0423 (1 LU)
This course provides an overview of concrete and concrete repair solutions for commercial projects engineered with calcium sulfoaluminate (CSA) cement technology. An overview of key performance advantages in commercial project design is provided, with a focus on durability, installation efficiencies, reduced operations and maintenance costs, and design versatility. Common products used in commercial, hospitality, recreational, and retail projects will be reviewed, as well as an overview of the sustainability advantages of CSA cement. Participants will gain an understanding of how CSA cement contributes to long-term durability, extended asset life, and reduced life-cycle costs. Course #: CSACOMM0523 (1 LU)
This course reviews common challenges related to concrete and concrete repair within the aviation industry. An overview of calcium sulfoaluminate (CSA) cement technology is provided, along with detailed discussion regarding the key performance advantages of CSA cement-based materials. Long-term durability, extended service life, installation efficiencies, reduced downtime, and reduced operations and maintenance costs are discussed. Common CSA-cement based products used within the industry are reviewed, as well as the sustainability advantages of CSA cement technology. Course #: CSAAV0623 (1 LU)
This course provides an overview of key performance advantages that can be achieved by integrating Type K cement concrete and various fiber reinforcement options in tilt-up construction. Combining these high-performance materials speeds time to completion, offers unmatched cost savings and design flexibility in extended joint slabs, improves long-term performance of both slabs and walls, and maximizes value. Practical applications in industrial, institutional, and commercial market segments are reviewed. Participants will understand how these materials offer complementary advantages that optimize performance and ease constructability. Industry standards and best practices are reviewed, as well as specification recommendations to ensure successful installations and designed performance. Course #: CSAMR1021 (1 LU)
GENERAL CEMENT EDUCATION
This session provides a fundamental overview of portland, blended and other specialty hydraulic cements. Key differences in cement types, their performance characteristics, and their common uses in industry applications are reviewed. Highlights of the role concrete plays in sustainable designs are provided, and key considerations for selecting and specifying cements are provided. Course #: GCK101R (1LU)