RESEARCH

Concrete provides structures with strength, rigidity, and resilience from deformation. These characteristics, however, result in concrete structures lacking the flexibility to move in response to environmental or volume changes. Cracking is usually the first sign of distress in concrete. Cracking of concrete flatwork is natural, expected, and accepted. However, cracks may affect appearance, performance, and maintenance costs. This presentation will discuss the various types of concrete cracks and how to best minimize their occurrence.  The presenter will be Kim Basham PhD, PE, FACI (KB Engineering LLC)

This webinar was developed cooperatively by concrete-related associations from Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin.  The goal of the cooperative effort is to bring a greater awareness of cast-in-place concrete to the design and construction communities via quality continuing education programs.

JOIN US AT AMERICAN ENGINEERING TESTING FOR A PRESENTATION AND TOUR.  THIS EVENT IS LIMITED TO 50 PARTICIPANTS.

If you work with concrete, you may already be aware of the challenges that come with making, curing and handling concrete test cylinders in the field. In fact, this is the most common problem in concrete construction. How can you do a proper concrete compressive strength test, and why is that so important?  This presentation will discuss how samples should be obtained, cured, handled, and tested as well as what can happen if these rules are not followed.  A discussion on concrete field testing and special inspections will also be covered.  A brief tour of the laboratory facilities will follow the presentation.

Cost to attend is $20.  The event is limited to 50 participants.  Attendees will receive a certificate of attendance for 1.5 AIA CES LU's or 1.5 PDH's

The webinar explores two concepts; First is the preventative measures and the services around firestop consulting, inspections, and what architects, contractors, project managers, and installers should keep in mind as they plan, construct, and maintain firestops in their facilities. Second is what happens when a fire does occur, how does it affect the concrete, and what assessments and testing can be completed onsite to determine repair or replacement options.

The presenters will be Kim Deibel, PE and Eric Bergman - both from Braun Intertec.

Attendees will receive a certificate of attendance for 1 AIA CES LU/HSW or 1 PDH.  There is no cost to attend this webinar.  The webinar is sponsored by MCC's Build with Strength Committee