Chicago, IL - Tuesday March 15, 2022

Chicago, IL

Event Date
Tuesday March 15, 2022

7:30 am - 5:30 pm

Available Credits

Up to 8 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
Up to 1 ADA Accessibility / Barrier-Free Req.
Up to 2 GBCI General Hour
Up to 2 IDCEC HSW CEU(s)
Maggiano's Little Italy
516 N Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60654
no registration link
Registration Price

$65.00

Terms
Early Bird Discount! $30.00 off if purchased before Mar 1, 2022

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This Event is Partnered with Wayne-Dalton Commercial Doors

Founded in 1954 by Emmanuel Mullet, Wayne Dalton was built on a dedication to ingenuity and customer service. As our business grew, so did our commitment to expanding our product lines, leading the company to become one of the largest door manufacturers in the United States. Since the beginning, we’ve remained committed to being the garage door partner whose innovation drives dealer productivity and provides industry-leading garage door solutions. In an effort to continue this innovation, Wa...

Event Agenda

Tuesday, March 15, 2022

7:30 am

Breakfast & Networking

8:00 am

Improving the Performance of Finished Concrete Flooring

Improving the Performance of Finished Concrete Flooring

Sponsored By PROSOCO
Presented By Nick Savage
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
1 GBCI General Hour

This overview of concrete floor basics shows participants how to get the most from finished concrete floors. Along the way, it discusses levels of finished concrete flooring not commonly known. The program shows how to protect and maintain finished concrete flooring.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Compare the waste generation characteristics of lithium-silicate hardener/densifiers to older potassium and sodium-silicate hardeners/densifiers.
  2. Estimate the expected service life of a finished concrete floor and rate it for sustainability on a scale of "good-fair-poor."
  3. List two ways finished concrete floors "perform" that contribute to sustainability.
  4. Explain how regular maintenance contributes to sustainability of polished concrete floors.

9:10 am

Designing Functional Outdoor Living Space

Designing Functional Outdoor Living Space

Sponsored By Wolf Home Products
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

Overview of the outdoor living space and materials used in outdoor living design. Material selection, care and design, will be discussed, and common misconceptions will be addressed.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Understand the evolution of the outdoor living market.
  2. Address trends and materials used in outdoor living spaces.
  3. Apply standard design principles and how they relate to outdoor living spaces.
  4. Identify and explain common misconceptions and safety issues in designing outdoor living spaces.
  5. Explain proper use and care of outdoor living spaces and how to avoid them for extended performance.
Wolf Home Products

10:20 am

Concrete Tile Roofing: The World's Most Sustainable and Energy Efficient Roof System

Concrete Tile Roofing: The World's Most Sustainable and Energy Efficient Roof System

Sponsored By Eagle Roofing
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 attirbutes 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 mas

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 other 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

11:30 am

High Performance Door Solutions for Food & Beverage Manufacturing

High Performance Door Solutions for Food & Beverage Manufacturing

Sponsored By Overhead Door Corporation
Presented By John Scara
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
1 RCEP PDH(s) for Engineers

In food and beverage applications, conditioned air control and productivity are critical. Join us in this one-hour course as we discuss high performance door solutions that address the unique needs of food and beverage manufacturing, processing, storage, and distribution facilities from dock to freezer and everything in between.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Explain how high performance doors can promote safety, efficiency, and productivity in food and beverage manufacturing
  2. Illustrate key zones in a food and beverage manufacturing facility that benefit from high performance doors and evaluate different freezer, cooler, and warehouse solutions
  3. Recognize unique environmental, safety, and electrical conditions that impact the performance of high performance door systems and identify regulations and standards that address these issues
  4. Discuss how to effectively specify high performance doors in food and beverage applications through case studies
Overhead Door Corporation

12:30 pm

Lunch & Networking

1:00 pm

Trending Accessible Design Standards: Restrooms, Locker Rooms & Adjacent Public Spaces

Trending Accessible Design Standards: Restrooms, Locker Rooms & Adjacent Public Spaces

Sponsored By Bradley Corporation
Presented By Daniel Hughes
1 ADA Accessibility / Barrier-Free Req.
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
1 IDCEC HSW CEU(s)
1 RCEP PDH(s) for Engineers

Accessible design is a core requirement for most facility design projects. Ten (10) Emerging Accessible Design Trends & Tools demonstrate how designers are applying them to their projects. The class identifies who needs and how to provide accessibility in the toilet & locker room space.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Identify 10 Emerging Accessibility Design Trends & Tools.
  2. Explain the principles of accessibility and universal design.
  3. Assess and Apply accessibility standards and regulations that govern accessible toilet & locker rooms.
  4. Evaluate and Apply accessible design for toilet & Locker room layout, through fixture\accessory selection and placement.
Bradley Corporation

2:10 pm

Improving IAQ Through the Use of Energy Efficient, 100% Outside Air Heating and Cooling Technologies IN High Bay Buildings

Improving IAQ Through the Use of Energy Efficient, 100% Outside Air Heating and Cooling Te...

Sponsored By Cambridge Air Solutions
Presented By Randy Niederer
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
1 GBCI General Hour

As “Energy Efficiency” continues to drive the conversation about how heating, ventilate and air condition buildings of all types we have to focus more on those HVAC technologies that we utilize to heat and cool the places where we work. This presentation explores two types of technologies….

Learning Objectives:
  1. Describe technologies available that are some of the most energy efficient ways to heat and temper cool facilities throughout the U.S. that use 100% outside air to improve IAQ
  2. Discuss how improved IAQ can have positive effects on worker productivity
  3. Identify building types that can use 100% outside air technologies to improve IAQ
  4. Illustrate how the use of energy efficient HVAC technologies can reduce the carbon footprint of industrial buildings.
Cambridge Air Solutions

3:20 pm

Roller Shade Fabrics: Who Knew?

Roller Shade Fabrics: Who Knew?

Sponsored By LEVOLOR
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
1 IDCEC HSW CEU(s)

LEVOLOR's CEU course on Roller Shade Fabrics will dive in deep past the standard notion that roller shade fabric simply aids in natural light control. Learn how these simple fabrics can bring so much more to the table for your space.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Translucent vs. Transparent Fabrics: Creating the best Environment for Occupancy Comfort.
  2. The Global Impact of Sustainable Fabrics.
  3. Antimicrobial Fabrics: How Roller Shade Fabric can help prevent the growth and spread of bacteria.
  4. Evaluate Energy Efficient Alternative Fabrics and the impact to reduce the building energy consumption.
LEVOLOR

4:30 pm

Polyiso - The Next Generation Air & Water Resistive Barrier

Polyiso - The Next Generation Air & Water Resistive Barrier

Sponsored By Rmax, A Business Unit of the Sika Corporation
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

This course is designed to provide an understanding of how better construction practices can increase building sustainability and longevity.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Understand how proper building envelope design can contribute to Building Longevity and Sustainability and how these concepts impact making building more energy efficient, as well as increasing indoor air quality and occupant comfort.
  2. Understand how aluminum faced polyiso continuous insulation can provide the Air and Water Resistive Barrier, in addition to providing thermal control, and be incorporated into an NFPA 285 Wall Assembly.
  3. Discuss the benefits obtained from incorporating polyiso continuous insulation in steel stud building envelope design to comply with building and energy codes.
  4. Identify the key properties of polyiso insulation and associated components that should be addressed when specifying and insulation system incorporating Air & Water Resistive Barrier functionality, for optimal energy performance and design efficiency.
Rmax, A Business Unit of the Sika Corporation
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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

Illinois CE Requirements

Illinois Dept. of Financial and Professional Regulation
(217) 785-0820
Renewal Cycle: 
Biennial (even years)
Total Hours Required: 
24
Detailed Hours Required: 
16 HSW
Renewal Deadline: 
November 30th, even years
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