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Wendy Talarico, LEED AP, Architectural Outreach Manager, NY/NJ Brick Distributors Council, The Brick Industry Association Cavity Wall Design and Construction – We cover the proper design of these long-lasting brick-and-block assemblies, with emphasis on water resistance and crack control. This talk also covers a short history of cavity walls and properties of cavity walls including thermal […]

Bronx Chapter and PE’s in Construction, NYSSPE presents: Review of the 2008 New York City Building Code New Requirements for Special Inspections and Materials Testing. Approved for 2 PDH in NYS. By Kaspal Thumma, P.E., PhD The 2008 NYC Building Code requires major changes on inspections during the construction process. Under the old 1968 NYC

Keith F. Lashway, P.E. Area Director of Market Development and Technical Services International Masonry Institute Keith will present two 1PDH seminars on Masonry topics. Masonry Restoration  Description:  Acknowledging that restoration is the fastest growing segment of the construction industry, this class explores the deterioration mechanisms of masonry buildings, restoration standards, masonry restoration materials and methods and

Firestopping Seminar Peter Schmidt Firestop Solutions Inc. 2PDH Firestop Solutions has presented firestop seminars to a wide range of professionals, including building inspectors, fire marshals, construction managers, hospitals, state agencies, building managers, architects, and engineers. Summary: This presentation will bring clarity to the intent of the ICC and local codes concerning proper installation of firestopping.

Professor Seamus Freyne Manhattan College School of Engineering We live in a world where engineers must not think just about design, but also about the implications of those designs and the actions or policies that lead to them, and how they impact people and the environment. Engineering ethics carries momentous importance.  At this seminar Professional