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Concrete and Masonry Courses

The following is a summary of currently confirmed technical courses and presentations provided by PJ Materials Consultants Limited (PJMC) or other associated organization. You may link to the appropriate organization where indicated for more information - or to register directly.

 

Conservation of Heritage Structures & Older Buildings

A Two-day Course presented by PJ Materials Consultants Ltd, including a One-day Table Top Trade Show, which focuses on the current state-of-the-art for masonry conservation, including investigation, diagnosis and correction of deficiencies, defects and deterioration

Topics covered include types and causes of defects and deficiencies, the investigation process, repair, replacing and strengthening techniques, structural aspects, wall anchoring, grouting core rubble, cleaning, repointing, and protective surface treatments. Case studies will be used to highlight restoration failures and accelerated deterioration that can often be caused by the selection of incorrect materials and techniques.

Dates: Wed & Thurs 13th & 14th April 2011
Location: Holiday Inn Kingston-Waterfront, Kingston, Ontario
For more information and to register for both the two-day course and to exhibit at the one-day tradeshow : Download
Course Brochure Size: 276 kb

Restoration, Preservation and Rehabilitation of Heritage Structures & Older Buildings

A Two-day Course presented by PJ Materials Consultants Ltd., which focuses on the current state-of-the-art for masonry conservation, including investigation, diagnosis and correction of deficiencies, defects and deterioration

Topics covered include types and causes of defects and deficiencies, the investigation process, repair, replacing and strengthening techniques, structural aspects, wall anchoring, grouting core rubble, cleaning, repointing, and protective surface treatments. Case studies will be used to highlight restoration failures and accelerated deterioration that can often be caused by the selection of incorrect materials and techniques.

Dates: Mon & Tues 18th & 19th April 2010
Location: Radisson Hotel, Saskatoon,SK
For more information and to register
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Condition Assessment of Concrete Structures

A Two-day Course presented by Dalhousie University’s College of Continuing Education which has been developed to cover the current state-of-the-art for the condition assessment of concrete structures. It includes comprehensive information concerning methods, techniques and practices for developing the various components of a program – including monitoring, investigation, testing and the development of intervention strategies. The way in which maintenance and structural evaluations interact within a well-developed program are also discussed.

The methods presented for the development of effective condition assessment programs are applicable for all types of concrete structures, including marine and highway structures, dams, wastewater facilities, parking structures, buildings, etc..

Dates: Mon & Tues 28th & 29th March 2011
Location: Dalhousie University, College of Continuing Education, 1459 LeMarchant Street, Halifax, NS.
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To arrange an in-house course or participate in a public course in your area, please contact us.