Raleigh, NC - Tuesday March 14, 2023

Durham, NC

Event Date
Tuesday March 14, 2023

7:30 am - 5:30 pm

Available Credits

Up to 8 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
Up to 1 GBCI General Hour
Up to 1 IDCEC HSW CEU(s)
Maggiano's Little Italy
8030 Renaissance Parkway
Durham, NC 27713
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Registration Price

$65.00

Terms
Early Bird Discount! $30.00 off if purchased before Feb 28, 2023

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Ron Blank & Associates bridges the gap between design professionals & building product manufacturers through online, face-to-face, and webinar AIA/HSW and SD continuing education courses, USGBC/GBCI continuing ed. for LEED AP's, direct product representation, and product rep/installer training services.

Event Agenda

Tuesday, March 14, 2023

7:30 am

8:00 am

Commercial Door Operators: A UL 325 Safety Standard Review
Sponsored By Chamberlain Group
Presented By Corinne Furfine
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

Facilities that require commercial doors and operators depend on the smooth functioning of these systems for productivity, profitability, security, and safety. This course addresses the various types of commercial doors and operators available.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Compare the functions of various stiles of commercial doors.
  2. Describe the types of commercial door operators.
  3. Discuss the features of reduction systems and solenoid brakes, as well as the NEMA ratings for enclosures.
  4. Explain the requirements of UL 325 and how it contributes to the safe operation of commercial doors.
  5. List the devices that meet the UL standard and describe their features.

9:10 am

Concrete Tile Roofing: The World's Most Sustainable and Energy Efficient Roof System - Update
Sponsored By Eagle Roofing
Presented By David Vallas
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
1 GBCI General Hour

In this one hour course, we will take an in-depth look at the sustainability and energy efficient attributes of concrete tile roofing, including the near zero-waste manufacturing process, life-cycle cost and performance versus temporary asphalt shingle roofing as well as the installation process which enhances the inherent thermal mass

Learning Objectives:
  1. Discuss how the versatility of concrete tile roofing combined with its durability makes it one of the most sustainable roofing products available
  2. Consider the value of products composed of a small number of raw materials that are sustainable, including some recycled materials
  3. Review the near zero waste manufacturing process of concrete roof tiles from the introduction of raw materials to the finished product
  4. Compare and contrast an installation method that exploits the air permeable characteristics of concrete tile roofs versus temporary roofing materials
  5. Identify key performance characteristics of concrete tile roofing including wind and hail resistance
  6. Analyze the longevity, durability, and overall life cycle cost analysis of concrete roof tile compared to asphalt shingles, wood shakes, slate, and metal
  7. Confidently specify concrete tile roofing as an alternative to slate, metal, wood shakes, and temporary asphalt shingles
Eagle Roofing

10:20 am

Prefabricated Ornamental Railing Systems
Sponsored By AGS Stainless, Inc
Presented By Milena Vega
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

This course will discuss the overall advantages of choosing a custom-fabricated railing system built off-site compared to off-the-shelf products or locally fabricated railings.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Explain the advantages of a prefabricated custom railing system in addition to the advantages of an all stainless steel railing system.
  2. Compare and contrast the railing system materials used for posts, top rails, and infill.
  3. Describe common challenges with locally fabricated metal rail systems.
  4. Evaluate how stainless steel railing systems meet health, safety, and welfare requirements.
AGS Stainless, Inc

11:30 am

WD Coiling Fire Door Systems
Presented By Bryan Foutz
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

This course will outline Coiling Fire Door system components, Fire Door types and applications, and review codes and standards for HSW requirements.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Understand how the different applications and types of coiling fire doors apply to the safety and welfare of the building occupants
  2. Understand how coiling fire door codes and standards help ensure the safety and welfare of the building occupants
  3. Understand the different methods of fire door operation
  4. Understand how coiling fire door components and the different automatic closing devices affect the safety and welfare of the building occupants
Overhead Door Corporation

12:00 pm

1:00 pm

Look Smart! Smart Connected Plumbing Fixtures for Commercial Restrooms
Presented By Alyssa Romero
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
1 ASPE CE Hour
1 IDCEC HSW CEU(s)

How smart is your commercial restroom? Join us in this one-hour course as we discuss plumbing fixtures and features in smart connected restrooms.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Discuss how handwashing systems streamline the restroom ecosystem, improving effectiveness and reliability.
  2. Explain the health benefits of utilizing touchless sensor faucets and soap dispensers in commercial restrooms
  3. Compare material options and features of sensor flush valves for durability, sustainability, and performance
  4. Illustrate how to specify IoT connected plumbing fixtures and other features to create a smart commercial restroom
Zurn Industries, LLC.

2:10 pm

The ABC’s of Roller Shade Fabrics
Presented By Carol Addison
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

This course gives designers and architects the ABCs of roller shade fabric and outlines how choosing wisely can improve a buildings’ overall performance as well as enhancing occupants’ comfort and productivity.

Learning Objectives:
  1. List several ways that the five main types of roller shade fabrics differ, and how such differences relate to the soundness of the shading strategies.
  2. Identify key considerations for roller shades to ensure occupants’ well-being and effective use of interior spaces.
  3. Match various types of roller shade fabrics to the most appropriate applications, based on building structure, use, and shading objectives.
  4. Discuss building characteristics that affect shade fabric selection.
Hunter Douglas Architectural

3:20 pm

When the Walls Close In
Sponsored By Noble Company
Presented By Dean Moilanen
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

It is undeniable that the options for wet area wall surfaces are growing, literally. Whether choosing large-unit porcelain tile, one-piece ceramic wall surfaces, or other solid surfaces in shower applications, the fact remains, the fundamentals of wet-area waterproofing must still be followed.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Examine the history of large-format finished surfaces in wet areas/showers.
  2. Review the nature of vapor migration in wet areas and the role waterproofing membranes play in vapor containment, as well as best practices.
  3. Highlight misinformation, misperceptions, and ineffective installation practices which are fueling the increase in shortened life cycles of shower enclosures.
  4. Project Planning & Design
  5. Building Systems, Materials, & Assemblies
Noble Company

4:30 pm

2023 Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF) for Roofing & Insulation
Sponsored By NCFI Polyurethanes
Presented By Steve Loftis
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

An introduction into the properties and uses of SPF for roofing and insulation. Emphasis will be on the unique characteristics of SPF that offer multiple functionality (insulation, damp proofing, waterproofing, air barrier, vapor retarder) as a building material.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Learn of Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF) physical properties
  2. Methods of applications of SPF
  3. Where and when SPF can be utilized in building construction
  4. Advantages of SPF as Insulation Air Seal and Water Resistance
NCFI Polyurethanes
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COVID-19 Protocols

Just like you, we are excited for the opportunity to resume live events. That being said, the health and safety of our attendees and presenters is our prime concern so, in addition to specific venue infection prevention procedures, we are doing the following:

  • Requiring that any presenter or attendee with any COVID-19 symptoms not attend the event (full refunds given, no matter how late the notice)
  • Working with venues to allow for social distancing while seated at the event
  • Providing hand sanitizer at the entrance to the presentation space
  • Following best practices for food distribution at the event
  • Monitoring and following local guidelines/mandates for infection prevention

State CE Requirements