Presentation Title Injecting Life into Infrastructure  Presented By David Dingler Prime Resins Inc. Presentation Synopsis This presentation will discuss the types of injection grouts and how to choose the appropriate material for the application. The material types that will be discussed are hydrophilic polyurethanes, hydrophobic polyurethanes, and epoxies. Biography David Dingler is the Southeast Regional for Prime Resins Inc., a leading manufacturer of chemical grouts, adhesives, and coatings for infrastructure repair and protection, in Conyers, Georgia… just outside of Atlanta. With 14 years of industry experience, David has had one of the most unique career paths getting him to where he is today… knowing all things grouting. From product development to technical services to managing both international and U.S. sales territories. When he is not traveling around the world, David enjoys everything outdoors… Hiking, off-roading, biking, fishing, etc. Basically, anything to be outside.

Monday May 15, 2023 Heritage Golf Links 4445 Britt Road Tucker, GA 30084 Registration: 8:00am Shotgun Start: 10:00am Followed By: Tournament Awards Banquet & Prize Raffle! Tournament Sponsor: Coastal Construction Projects  

Presentation Title Guardrail Post Anchorages: Case Studies of Common Failures and Fixes Presented By Nathan E. Reynolds, Associate Principle – Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. Eric D. Gross, Associate III – Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. Presentation Synopsis Nate and Eric will discuss common types of distress observed at metal guardrail posts attachments to residential concrete balconies, and the types of repairs employed to address these conditions. Multiple case studies will be presented as examples of these repairs, including repair of guardrail post distresses seen in high-rise concrete framed and low-rise wood-framed construction, with a focus on guardrail post pockets at cantilevered concrete balconies. Speaker Biographies Nathan Reynolds has broad-based experience in the investigation, assessment, and rehabilitation of existing structures, and building envelope systems subject to water infiltration. He has been involved in numerous projects relating to the repair of the exterior wall systems of both historic and modern structures. As part of these assessments, Mr. Reynolds has also developed repair documents and provided construction administration services. Mr. Reynolds focuses on the investigation of a wide range of building types constructed with masonry, EIFS, stucco, and plaster cladding, low- to high-rise condominiums, apartments, churches, hospitals, universities, hotels, and office buildings. […]

Guest Speaker Dave Fuller Director of Technical Training Coastal Construction Products Presentation Title Developing Effective Company Training Programs Presentation Synopsis In today’s concrete construction industry, with the introduction of new codes and standards, high employee turnover, new material technologies, industry regulations, aging structures and a heightened safety focus, effective employee training programs are a paramount business function for all stakeholders within our industry.  This session provides insight on how to get the most out of training events, what makes an effective learning and development program, and some of the most successful ways to actively engage learners, making them more likely to retain and use the knowledge in their jobs.  Using examples of both successful and unsuccessful trainings, the talk will focus on how to achieve better results and return on investment from the training process. Speaker Bio Dave is the Director of Technical Training for Coastal Construction Products and has been in the construction materials industry for 30 years. He was previously the Technical Director of ICRI and has held technical positions for PPG, ICI, Degussa, BASF, and Master Builders Solutions.  He is a subject matter expert in Coatings and Sealers, Waterproofing, Flooring Systems and Concrete Repair materials. Dave has […]

Guest Speaker Merissa Gamba, PE SE Uzun + Case Presentation Title CAMPUS 244 – Case Study Presentation Synopsis This presentation begins with a basic introduction into the Campus 244 project. A renovation and vertical expansion to an existing 1970s office building. The presentation will then focus on the retrofitting aspects of the project. Column and beam strengthening along with the introduction of a new lateral load resisting system. It will then discuss the structural steel transfer floor along with the mass timber Level 5 and Roof. Program will wrap up with discussion of some challenges faced and lessons learned. Speaker Bio Merissa has over 20 years of experience in a wide variety of projects. She joined Uzun + Case in 1999 and was named a Principal in 2018. Her project experience includes higher education, institutional, public use, commercial, and mixed-use developments. She likes the challenge of unusual and complicated projects, such as the Georgia and Mississippi aquariums, Kennesaw State Recreation Center and the Georgia Tech Campus Center. She is known for her collaborative efforts and understands the importance of good communication and teamwork.  

 

Presentation TitleConcrete Lifting with High Density Polyurethane Foam Presented By Andy PowellDirector of Business DevelopmentAlchatek Presentation SynopsisConcrete lifting with high density polyurethane foam.  The presentation will highlight the most common causes of slab settlement.  It will explain what the common options are and then contrast that with the polyurethane solution.  Finally, it will cover just how large the market is for this service. BiographyMr. Powell is an Atlanta native that grew up in Dunwoody when it still had a few dirt roads.  He attended Dunwoody High School, GA Tech, and Auburn and upon graduation went straight into the concrete pipe and precast industry.  The recession of 2007 led him into concrete repair, running a crew doing epoxy and polyurethane injection. In 2012 Mr. Powell was asked to help start Alchemy Polymers (now Alchatek).  Currently he is the Director of Business Development 

Presentation TitleHigh-Performance Coatings for Floors Presented By Kyle KrombergCoatings ConsultantSoutheastern Resources, Inc. Presentation Synopsis Resinous epoxy and urethane floor systems continue to gain popularity in the commercial, institutional and industrial markets due to their durability, versatility and seamless installation. Learn about the importance of high-performance floor systems, proper surface preparation, material selection/specification, and discuss considerations for successful applications. Biography Kyle started his career in high-performance coatings 7 years ago in the Northeast with Tnemec and Carboline. He has experience not only in specification work with engineers and architects and assisting contractors in the field but also on the backend, working on raw material sourcing and consulting with head chemists on formulations for various paint manufacturers. Kyle recently moved down to the Atlanta in July 2023 with the goal of expanding his career with Tnemec/Southeastern Resources.

Presentation TitleFire-Rated Expansion Joints – Principles, Products, Practice and Innovation Presented By David S. SorrellsArea ManagerEMSEAL Presentation Synopsis The breakthrough family of single-install, multi-function, fire-rated, waterproof, soundproof, hurricane-resistant, high movement expansion joint sealant technology will be discussed and contrasted with existing technologies and principles of the industry. In this presentation we will analyze how watertight, energy efficient, fire-rated expansion joints are the consequence of a process in which we: Design, Detail, Specify, Bid, Erect, Manufacture, and Install in 3-D. We will learn why it is critical to require certified performance and test reports from national laboratories in specifications. We will investigate how fire-rated expansion joints can contribute to sound attenuation, reduce energy loads for heating and cooling, eliminate high-emitting VOC’s, and save in materials and resources through long life-cycle material choices. We will discuss how to meet life safety obligations while practicing good building science. Biography David Sorrells has over thirty-five years of experience in the specification and marketing of construction products and services. He began his career in the employ of Sherman International, the largest producer of concrete and concrete products in the southeastern United States at that time. His responsibilities included quality assurance, quality control, design, testing, and […]

Speaker Bio’s ICRI member Robert M. Weilacher is a principal with Uzun+Case in Atlanta, Georgia.  He is a member of ACI Committee 130, Sustainability of Concrete.  He is a past president of the Georgia Chapter – ACI and former president of the Structural Engineers Association of Georgia.  He received his BS and MS in Civil Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology.  ICRI Member George H. Harrison currently is Principal and Group Manager of Non-Destructive Testing in the Norcross, Georgia office of UES. He currently is a voting member of both ACI Committee 302 Guide to Concrete Floor and Slab Construction and ACI Committee 332 Code Requirements for Residential Concrete. He also is past president of the Georgia Chapter ACI (2012). Graduate of Southampton College – LIU, B.S. Geology. Presentation Synopsis On February 27, 2020, the project at Eastern Wharf in Savannah suffered a fire, which quickly engulfed the several floors of wood-framed residences that were being constructed over two levels of cast-in-place concrete parking deck structure.  This presentation covers the procedure to investigate damage to the concrete structure and then repair it so the contractor could rebuild the wood framed residences on top.