Georgia Chapter - ICRI

2024 GA Chapter of ICRI - Annual Spring Scholarship Golf Tournament
2024-05-13 08:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Heritage Golf Links, 4445 Britt Road, Tucker, 30084, United States
Monday May 13th, 2024
Heritage Golf Links4445 Britt RoadTucker, GA 30084
Registration: 8:00amShotgun Start: 10:00am
Followed ByTournament Awards Banquet & Prize Raffle!

ICRI – GA Chapter April Luncheon
2024-04-18 11:30 - 13:00 | Maggiano’s Little Italy, 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd Space #3035, Dunwoody, GA, 30346, United States
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.

ICRI – GA Chapter March Luncheon
2024-03-28 11:30 - 13:00 | Maggiano’s Little Italy, 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd Space #3035, Dunwoody, GA, 30346, United States
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 sales. He then became the Marketing Director for Bhate Engineering, a regional geotechnical and materials testing engineering firm where his responsibilities included both marketing of professional engineering services and management of geotechnical, construction materials testing, and environmental engineering projects. In 1995 he joined Watson Bowman Acme, an international manufacturer of expansion joints, urethane traffic membranes, and composite strengthening systems as the South Regional Sales Manager. His responsibilities included sales management, specification development, technical support, and quality control. In 2005 he joined EMSEAL as Southern Regional Manager and now as Area Manager for the Southwest, North Central, South Central and Southeast Regions promoting the industry’s premier line of preformed sealants and expansion joint systems. David has a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Alabama and a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Samford University.

ICRI – GA Chapter February Luncheon
2024-02-29 11:30 - 13:00 | Maggiano’s Little Italy, 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd Space #3035, Dunwoody, GA, 30346, United States
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.

ICRI – GA Chapter January Luncheon
2024-01-25 11:30 - 13:00 | Maggiano’s Little Italy, 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd Space #3035, Dunwoody, GA, 30346, United States
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

2023 Annual Holiday/Christmas Banquet & Scholarship Award Ceremony
2023-12-08 19:00 - 22:00 | Terrapin Taproom at the Battery, 755 Battery Ave SE, Atlanta, GA, 30339, United States

ICRI – GA Chapter October Luncheon
2023-10-26 11:30 - 13:00 | Maggiano’s Little Italy, 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd Space #3035, Dunwoody, GA, 30346, United States
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.

ICRI – GA Chapter September Luncheon
2023-09-28 11:30 - 13:00 | Maggiano’s Little Italy, 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd Space #3035, Dunwoody, GA, 30346, United States
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 also designed, developed, and delivered in person and virtual technical training programs throughout his career and holds a Masters in Adult Education and Training.
Dave has delivered technical presentations and hands-on workshops for numerous ICRI local chapters throughout the U.S. and Canada and has also been a technical speaker at ICRI and SWRI National Conventions.

ICRI – GA Chapter August Luncheon
2023-08-31 11:30 - 13:00 | Maggiano’s Little Italy, 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd Space #3035, Dunwoody, GA, 30346, United States
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. His work has included prepurchase assessments, storm damage assessments, litigation support and expert services.
Mr. Reynolds has been actively involved with ASTM International Committees C12 and C15 on mortar and masonry. He is currently serving as the chair for several task groups within these committees.
Eric Gross has been with WJE since 2017 and has gained experience in investigations, condition assessments, analyses, and repair designs for a variety of new and historic buildings. These projects have involved multiple types of roofing systems, waterproofing systems, and facade materials, allowing Mr. Gross to gain a wide knowledge of building enclosure systems. He provides services for office buildings, multifamily dwellings, universities, major retail chains, and hotels across the southeast United States. Mr. Gross has also participated in multiple projects with construction administration services, allowing him to develop a comprehensive understanding of the construction industry.
As a graduate student at Auburn University, Mr. Gross assisted in the development of a mass concrete specification for the Alabama Department of Transportation. This involved field work at numerous bridge construction sites across the state and extensive concrete laboratory mixing, testing, and analysis to determine the material properties of structural concrete used in Alabama bridges.

ICRI GA Chapter - Summer Social & Membership Drive
2023-07-20 16:00 - 18:00 | American Axes – Atlanta (The Works), 206 Chattahoochee Row NW, Atlanta, GA, 30318, United States

2023 GA Chapter of ICRI - Annual Spring Scholarship Golf Tournament
2023-05-15 | Heritage Golf Links, 4445 Britt Road, Tucker, 30084, United States
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

ICRI – GA Chapter April Luncheon
2023-04-27 11:30 - 13:00 | Maggiano’s Little Italy, 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd Space #3035, Dunwoody, GA, 30346, United States
Presentation TitleCase Study: Evaluation and Repair of a Parking Structure After a 7-Alarm Vehicle Fire
Presented ByAlex Katz, PEWalker Consultants
Presentation SynopsisThis case study involves the restoration of a precast parking structure subject to a 65-vehicle fire to its pre-fire conditions. Alex will discuss the basics of assessing fire-damaged concrete and the unique challenges faced by the project team to repair the damaged structural elements in-place during construction.
BiographyAlex Katz is a Restoration Engineer for Walker Consultants’ Atlanta office. He joined Walker in 2016 with a master’s degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin where he performed research in prestressed concrete bridge girders. During his seven years at Walker, he has employed experience in structural evaluations, non-destructive testing, structural load testing, structural analysis, and maintenance and strengthening repair design on a wide variety of projects with unique challenges.
More of a mountain guy than a beach guy, he enjoys exploring the outdoors, be it camping, backpacking, kayaking, biking, or some other -ing. His ideal last meal would either be barbecue or tacos.

ICRI – GA Chapter March Luncheon
2023-03-23 11:30 - 13:00 | Maggiano’s Little Italy, 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd Space #3035, Dunwoody, GA, 30346, United States
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.

ICRI – GA Chapter February Luncheon
2023-02-23 11:30 - 13:00 | Maggiano’s Little Italy, 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd Space #3035, Dunwoody, GA, 30346, United States
Presentation Title:
Concrete Restoration & Repair
AIA Presentation 1LU with HSW
Provider Number: J152
Course Number 00011

Presented By
Keith C. Howard CSI, CCPR – LEED AP
Buildings and Restoration Specialist
Master Builders Solutions

Presentation Synopsis

Understand the basic components of concrete
Understand the causes and effects of concrete deterioration
Understand the different installations of concrete repair products
Learn proper installation practices including surface preparation, placement and curing

Biography

Keith Howard, of Master Builders Solutions, is your presenter. He is the Senior Buildings and Restoration Specialist in Georgia for Master Builders and has been with them for 14 years. He brings with him 31 years of experience in the construction industry and is a LEED® Accredited Professional as well as a Certified Construction Products Representative. Keith is a Past President of the Georgia Chapter of the International Concrete Institute (ICRI). Keith has a BS in Business Administration from the University of Central Florida and was an Air Defense Artillery Officer in the US Army. Keith is also a Co-Pitmaster of the legendary MasterQue competition BBQ team.

January Luncheon
2023-01-26 11:30 - 13:00 | Maggiano’s Little Italy, 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd Space #3035, Dunwoody, GA, 30346, United States
Presentation Title
Common Stucco Problems and Repairs

Presented By
Lee Cope, P.E.
Director of Restoration
Southern Wall Systems

Presentation Synopsis

Discuss common problems associated with stucco and sources of distress. The presentation will also discuss common repairs for each source of distress.

Biography

Mr. Cope is a licensed Professional Engineer who has extensive experience in detailing and proper installation of portland cement plaster (stucco) and Exterior Insulation Finishing System (EIFS) facade systems, air barriers, window systems, waterproofing, and the interfaces of various envelope components. From May of 1999 to March of 2018 Mr. Cope worked at Wiss, Janney, Elstner where he evaluated a variety of structures relating to water intrusion and to the cause and/or distress of a building’s exterior facade/curtain wall systems and building envelope/structural systems. Since March of 2018, Mr. Cope has led the Restoration Division of Southern Wall Systems (SWS) where he has overseen the Preconstruction and Operations of all their Restoration Work. Since then, SWS has completed over $100 Million worth of Restoration Work. This work has consisted of reclads (stucco, EIFS, Masonry, and Hardie Cement Siding), waterproofing and concrete structural repairs.

Date: Thursday January 26th, 2023
Time: 11:30AM to 1:00PM
Maggiano’s Little Italy – Perimeter
4400 Ashford Dunwoody Road #3035
Dunwoody, GA 30346

Annual Holiday/Christmas Banquet & Scholarship Award Ceremony
2022-12-09 19:00 - 22:00 | Terrapin Taproom at the Battery, 755 Battery Ave SE, Atlanta, GA, 30339, United States
Join as we celebrate our achievements from 2022, have great food, great drinks, and great conversations! We will also be awarding scholarship(s) to the future of this industry! See you there!

2022 ICRI Social & Networking Events - Tuesday Event
2022-11-08 17:30 - 21:00 | Monday Night Brewing Garage, 933 Lee St SW, Atlanta, GA, 30310, United States
Date:
Tuesday, November 8, 2022

Time:
5:30PM to 9:00PM

Venue:
Monday Night Brewing Garage

Address:
933 Lee St SW
Atlanta, GA 30310

Event Details:
Brewery in Atlanta. Real open venue. Will have a live band and a cornhole tournament. The tournament will be run by a 3rd party company, so anyone that wants to participate may need to sign-up in advance (not sure yet). We will have a Southern Hospitality theme, with some fine southern staple foods served for supper, open bar with beer, hard seltzers and non-alcoholic drinks.
To participate in the cornhole tournament, sign-up via the link below.
ICRI National Convention Cornhole Tournament : Peach State Cornhole (leagueapps.com)
Cost: $170.00/Person
Registration Link: https://buy.stripe.com/8wM6rKdUJ2pPgr69AM
Sponsors:
Simpson Strong-Tie
Everclear Enterprises, Inc.
J.J. Morley Enterprises, Inc.
Engineered Restorations, Inc.
Coastal Construction Products
Uzun + Case

2022 ICRI Social & Networking Events - Monday Event
2022-11-07 12:00 - 16:00 | Tom Lowe Shooting Grounds, 3070 Merk Rd SW, Atlanta, GA, 30349, United States
Photo—Coaching legend Vince Dooley shoots skeet at the Tom Lowe Trap and Skeet Range on Saturday, August 22, 2009. Dooley was one of many celebrities who attended a skeet shoot with wounded war vets presented by the North Metro Miracle League and the Faces of Freedom The event paired wounded war vets with celebrities and sponsors to for a day of shooting.
Date:
Monday, November 7, 2022
Time:
12:00PM to 4:00PM
Venue:
Tom Lowe Shooting Grounds
Address:
3070 Merk Rd SW
Atlanta, GA 30349
Event Details:
Event will consist of a BBQ lunch, brought to you by local sponsors SGS TEC Services and Stone Mountain Access! We will break the group out into two shooting groups of equal size. While groups are not shooting, they will have lunch, network, have a few games to play, etc. Unfortunately, the BBQ competition has been called off, however, we will invite guest to mingle with the BBQ chefs and local chapter members and Board! Awards will be given to the top shooter in each shooting group, including a mystery award for a specially elected shooter! A waiver is necessary for this event. If you do not sign one prior to the event, you will need to do so at the venue!
Food, Drinks, Guns, A good time… All provided at the venue! (no alcohol allowed on the property while shooting)

Cost: $90.00/Person

Registration Link: https://buy.stripe.com/3cs03m8Apd4t8YEeV5

Sponsors:
SGS TEC Services
Stone Mountain Access
Everclear Enterprises, Inc.
Southern Wall Systems

ICRI-GA Luncheon: Retrofit Anchoring of Masonry and Stone Facades
2022-10-20 11:30 - 13:00 | Maggiano’s Little Italy, 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd Space #3035, Dunwoody, GA, 30346, United States
Member Registration
Non-member Registration
Student Scholarship

Presentation Title
Retrofit Anchoring of Masonry and Stone Facades
Description
Presented by PROSOCO Inc.
Course: PRO034
AIA CES HSW 1 LU
Presentation Synopsis
An overview of existing masonry and stone facade instability issues, the cause and recognition of these problems, and the cost-effective re-anchoring solutions for repair involving various masonry wall construction techniques. A detailed look into the different types of retrofit anchoring systems available to stabilize existing masonry and stone facades.
Kelly Morris (Anchoring Product Specialist @Prosoco)
Kelly Morris, Product Specialist for PROSOCO’s Anchoring Systems, has more than 12 years of experience working in the masonry anchoring industry. She began her career with her family’s business, formerly known as Construction Tie Products (CTP) and is now part of the PROSOCO team, which acquired CTP in June of 2019. Kelly fills a critical role within PROSOCO’s Anchoring Systems Group as a Technical Product Specialist, educating architects, engineers, building owners and contractors on the benefits of new construction and retrofit anchoring. Kelly graduated from Purdue University and has been involved in the marketing, training, and product development of anchoring systems for multiple organizations. She was a board member for 3 years at the Sealant Waterproof Institute and is involved in several national and regional associations that work within the construction restoration industry. Kelly lives in Martinsville, IN with her daughter Kailyn and travels all over the US helping with anchoring solutions.

August 18 Luncheon
2022-08-18 11:30 - 13:00 | Maggiano’s Little Italy, 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd Space #3035, Dunwoody, GA, 30346, United States
Speaker:
Martin A. Cuadra, PE, SE, FACI, FPTI
Bio:

Martin is a founding principal of Uzun + Case, LLC with 40 years of experience in structural design and contract administration of various building types. His passion since starting his professional career has been focused on concrete post-tensioned structures. He is registered in Georgia and 17 other States, he is a past president of the ACI-Georgia Chapter, a Fellow of the American Concrete Institute, as well as a fellow of the Post-Tensioning Institute (PTI).
He has been very active in the industry, and it is a current voting member of many committees including the newly formed ACI Building Code 320, as well as ACI 318-T. In addition, he is a voting member of PTI Building Design Committee, BIM committee, and member of the PTI Technical Advisory Board. He is also a voting member of the Prestress Concrete Institute (PCI) Design Handbook.
In 2012, Martin was awarded the Engineer of the Year in Private Practice award by the Georgia Chapter of the American Council of Engineering Companies.

Presentation Title:
A POST-TENSIONING PRIMER with some advanced applications and the future of POST-TENSIONING
Presentation Synopsis:

This presentation starts with a basic introduction to What is Post-Tensioning, the materials involved creating the tendons as well as the fabrication process to get tendons ready for the jobsite.
The presentation will then focus on the basic reasons as to why use post-tensioning in structural design of concrete projects, what are the advantages of incorporating unbonded tendons into our design.
It will also touch on site installation on post-tensioning and a few pitfalls that should be avoided and/or properly addressed prior to pouring concrete. A couple of slides addressing construction issues and repairs will be shown.
The program will wrap-up with a brief description of current research of banded-banded systems including new ACI codes that are being developed which should be available in 2025.
