Schluter Systems
1 | Maximizing Tile Installations with Trim Profiles - This seminar will focus on how trim profiles improve the integrity of tile installations and increase the versatility of tile in various applications, including floors, walls, countertops, and more. Learning Objectives: At the end of this presentation, the participant will be able to: 1. Identify tile trim profiles and understand their basic design and function. 2. Understand how to incorporate trim profiles into specific ceramic tile and dimension stone tile applications, including floors, walls, countertops, and more.
2 | Moisture Management in Showers - Leaks and mold continue to pose serious problems for the construction industry. This seminar will compare traditional waterproofing systems with modern waterproofing technology to show how tiled showers have evolved. The fundamentals of both approaches, including proper design, execution, and function will be presented, with close attention paid to common errors, as well. The benefits of bonded waterproofing technology and how it has improved tiled showers will be stressed. Learning Objectives: At the end of this presentation, the participant will be able to: 1. Identify the benefits and challenges associated with tiled showers. 2. Understand the proper design and execution of tiled shower waterproofing systems. 3. Recognize the benefits of bonded waterproofing technology and how it has revolutionized tiled showers
3 | Uncoupling Principle - This seminar will examine the Uncoupling Principle, which is now recognized in the Tile Council of America's 2019 Handbook for Ceramic Tile Installation as well as by the Terrazzo Tile & Marble Association of Canada. Review the history behind the Uncoupling Principle and examine the evolution of tile settling techniques, along with the benefits and limitations of each stage of development. The individual functions that are inherent to an uncoupling system will be discussed and the major implications for tile and stone installations revealed. Learning Objectives: At the end of this program, the participant will be able to 1) comprehend the basics of the uncoupling principle and its relationship to the tile and stone industry 2) recognize new areas of installation that can be attained through the utilization of an uncoupling system 3) interpret and apply the new details and applications found in the current TCA Handbook.
4 | Challenges and Solutions For Today’s Tile And Stone Installations - Ceramic and stone tiles are beautiful and durable surface coverings, but today’s construction environment presents a variety of unique installation challenges. This NON-PROPRIETARY Seminar will look at the history of tile installation and address both traditional methods and new technology. Topics that will be covered will include tile membrane advancements, movement accommodation, and controversial issues such as mold and questionable shower assemblies. TCA Handbook details will be discussed. Learning Objectives: At the end of this program, the participant will be able to: 1) comprehend the challenges associated with tile and stone installations. 2) recognize new areas of application that can be attained through the utilization of new installation technology.
5 | Building Barrier-Free Showers - This seminar will examine ways in which barrier-free environments can be customized to include various design elements while remaining ADA-compliant. This seminar will also address why bonded waterproofing technology lends itself to the construction requirements of barrier-free design. Learning Objectives: 1) Understand that there are varying standards for barrier-free construction. 2) Recognize the specialized waterproofing measures that must be taken when designing a curb-less shower for an ADA-compliant barrier-free environment. 3) Be able to specify and incorporate custom design elements into an ADA-compliant barrier-free shower. 4) Be able to seek out resources detailing ADA specifications of special requirements for shower seating, niches, grab bars, benches etc.
5 | Combining Design and Function in Today’s ADA-Compliant Bathrooms - Mandated requirements for ADA compliance and demand from an aging population are creating a growing need for barrier-free bathrooms. Today’s ADA-compliant bathroom no longer has to be utilitarian or “institutional” in its design. Design options are enhanced through the use of tile and innovative construction methods. The result is beautiful bathrooms that also adhere to ADA standards for accessible design. This seminar will examine ways in which barrier-free environments can be customized to include various design elements while remaining ADA-compliant. This seminar will also address why bonded waterproofing technology lends itself to the construction requirements of barrier-free design. Learning Objectives: 1) How barrier-free environments can be customized to include various design elements while remaining ADA compliant. 2) Why bonded waterproofing technology lends itself to the construction requirements of barrier-free design. 3) The principle of uncoupling, its functions, and history. 4) The evolution of tile setting techniques along with the benefits and limitations of each stage of development.
Accredited by: AIA
CONTACT: Joey Sonntag
[email protected] | 413-768-0872
Stonepeak Ceramics
1 | The Greenest Choice for Flooring - This program will cover the characteristics that define porcelain tile. Participants will discuss how porcelain tile is the greenest choice as a flooring material and therefore is ideal for sustainable design. Attendees will also learn how “green” tile is manufactured. The course covers how porcelain tile relates to green building rating systems like LEED.
2 | Large Thin Porcelain Tile – The goal of this course is to teach architects and designers the fundamentals of large/thin porcelain tiles, from what they are and how they are made to what makes them “green” and examples of their use. This CEU is available virtually.
3 | Tile vs. Stone: What is the best-performing floor? - Explore the distinct differences between tile and stone through the materials' history, testing, applications, and more.
4 | Gauged Panels: The Future In Tile - Learn how these revolutionary 60" x 120" large gauged porcelain panels are manufactured and why their technical characteristics make them "green".
5 | Porcelain Tile: The Greenest Choice For Flooring - Discover why porcelain tile is the most eco-friendly choice for flooring material and the ideal choice for sustainable design.
6 | Ventilated Facades: Rainscreen Applications - Understand why ventilated facades are economically and aesthetically superior to other building facades.
Accredited by: AIA & IDCEC
CONTACT: Andrea Mo
[email protected] | 646-703-1669
Laticrete
AIA-02 Ceramic Tile and Stone Troubleshooting
This generic educational seminar will provide an overview of the most common tile and stone installation problems. This presentation provides information on the causes, corrections, and prevention of ceramic tile and stone installation failures.
AIA-03 Tile and Stone Installation
Materials and Methods
This educational seminar is prepared to teach problem prevention by giving the design practitioner and/or
construction manager the practical information necessary to properly specify the correct tile for a specific situation and the job appropriate installation technique.
AIA-04 Direct Adhered Facade Systems
AIA-08 Grout for Tile and Stone
This educational seminar will provide architects and specifiers with information on grout for tile and stone. Define the different styles of materials that are available for tile and stone installations. The most common problems that can occur and proper maintenance.
AIA-09 Surface Preparation
This educational seminar will provide architects and specifiers with information on proper surface preparation for
tile and stone. Outline different acceptable substrates and define the minimum standards required for a successful tile
and stone installation.
AIA-13 Gauged Porcelain Tile and Gauged Porcelain Tile/
Slabs Installation Methodology
This educational seminar will provide architects and specifiers with an introduction to the installation of Reduced Thickness
Porcelain Panels. It will define Reduced Thickness Porcelain Panels and summarize their uses, explore design considerations
regarding selections of proper installation systems, and outline the special tools required for proper handling and
install. Attendees will gain an understanding of the unique manufacturing process, and how the product category contributes
to green construction methods. Lots of photos of installations and practical applications are presented. Overall costs of each
method will be discussed as well.
Mapei
MAP001A | Multi-Purpose Thin-Set | 1 LU /HSW
Mortar Myth
An explanation of the differences in thin-set mortars, and how they apply to ANSI A118.1 and ANSI A118.4. Participants will also be taught the difference between acrylics and why they are needed for various types of ceramic tile and
stone installations.
MAP040A | 1 LU/HSW
TCNA and ANSI
Specifying Successful Tile and Stone Systems By The Book
MAP052 | 1 LU/ HSW
Movement Joints in tile & Stone Installation
This course will help participants in identifying and specifying proper treatment of movement joints in tile and stone installations.
MAP056 | 1 LU/HSW
Surface Preparation for Tile and Stone
An in depth examination of the trends in surface preparation for tile and stone. Learn about tile and construction practices that impact substrate flatness, the flatness requirements in industry documents, the methods for obtaining flatness requirements, and how self levelers work and their basic application.
MAP058 | 1 LU/HSW
Self-Leveling Underlayments | IDCEC
An in-depth introduction to the various methods of surface preparation required for installing self-leveling underlayment materials for concrete; the various industry standards of testing for moisture vapor emission rate (MVER). The presentation also will include an understanding the various types of self-leveling underlayments and potential problems for self-leveling applications and how to
avoid them.