LNL - GUARDIAN GLASS - NOVEMBER 29TH, 2017 @ 12:00PM

Conleigh Bauer with Guardian Industries will be in the Midland office of PSC on November 29th to discuss Principles of Glass Selection for Facades: From Rendering to Reality. The presentation will start at 12:00PM. Lunch will be provided by Guardian Industries so please be sure to RSVP, by either accepting the email invite or by emailing Shane Danley, no later than Monday, November 27th so that our provider can plan for lunch. 

Principles of Glass Selection for Facades: From Rendering to Reality

Program Number: GRD #7

Provider Number: J535

This one-hour session discusses the foundations of the glass selection process and explores the aesthetic options available to meet project design and performance requirements. In addition, there is a special focus on understanding the variety of performance coatings and customized glass fabrication options.

 Objectives

1. Understand the key criteria in selecting glass types and how those choices can influence the buidlings's aesthetic condition and trade-offs can be considered between performance and design criteria.
2. How glass samples should be viewed to gain the most accurate impression of appearance.
3. Examine the variety of glass types and sputter-coated low-E products in the market and how each differ in appearance and performance.
4. Explore a variety of fabrication techniques that provide additional glass customization and code compliance - including lamination, silkscreen and spandrel applications.
5. Review completed projects and recognize how particular glass types were selected and how they met the designer's intent.

 
Remember to keep up that continuing education!
http://www.tbae.state.tx.us/Registrants/ContinuingEducationRequirements

LNL - VERSICO - SEPTEMBER 27TH, 2017 @ 12:00PM

Bart McMurry with Market Makers Inc will be in the Midland office of PSC on September 27th to discuss Versico Roofing Systems. The presentation will start at 12:00PM. Lunch will be provided by Peikko Group so please be sure to RSVP, by either accepting the email invite or by emailing Shane Danley, no later than Friday, September 22nd so that our provider can plan for lunch. 

Single-Ply Roofing Technology - C10

This one-hour session will included topics ranging from industry issues, such as enhanced roofing system design options to trends within the market including ANSI/SPRI ES-1 for metal edging, ASCE 7, and the International Building Code, as well as roof system warranties.

This presentation will focus on the role single-ply membrane plays in today’s roofing market and its impact on tomorrow’s roof system performance.

 Objectives

1. Comprehending the differences between EPDM, TPO, and PVC.
2. Learning the basic roof components; insulation, fasteners, adhesives, and typical and non-standard roofing assemblies.
3. Understanding the need for proper uplift design in respect of certification, roof assembly and perimeter edge.
4. Realize the differences in “warranty language” and what to watch out for so the building owner receives the most comprehensive coverage.

 
Remember to keep up that continuing education!
http://www.tbae.state.tx.us/Registrants/ContinuingEducationRequirements

LNL - DELTABEAM - SEPTEMBER 20TH, 2017 @ 12:00PM

John Schwab, PE with Peikko Group will be in the Midland office of PSC on September 20th to discuss their Deltabeam solutions. The presentation will start at 12:00PM. Lunch will be provided by Peikko Group so please be sure to RSVP, by either accepting the email invite or by emailing Shane Danley, no later than Friday, September 15th so that our provider can plan for lunch.  

Remember to keep up that continuing education!
http://www.tbae.state.tx.us/Registrants/ContinuingEducationRequirements

LNL - SMOKE GUARD - JUNE 30, 2017 @ 9:00AM

Dean Flann with DEA Specialties Co., Inc. will be in the Midland office of PSC on June 30th to discuss various options to address smoke migration and fire while addressing the code issues within the atrium, elevator shafts, corridors and other parts of the building using flexible fire and smoke rated curtains, both vertical and horizontal applications. The presentation will start at 9:00AM. Breakfast will be provided by DEA Specialties Co., Inc. so please be sure to RSVP, by either accepting the email invite or by emailing Shane Danley, no later than Tuesday, June 27th so that our provider can plan for breakfast.  

• Provider: Smoke Guard, Inc.
• Provider No.: J313
• Program: Opening Protectives: New perspectives in fire + smoke
• Learning Units: 1 AIA/HSW credit

Description: 

 

The evolution of high temperature materials has made it possible to provide minimal, high performance, code-compliant smoke-and fire-rated protection for openings throughout the constructed environment. This presentation will touch on the building code requirements for fire and smoke protection throughout the constructed environment. Our discussion will address the building code requirements for fire and smoke protection of openings and the innovative curtain solutions available for elevator openings, atrium spaces, stairs, and escalator openings.

Learning Objectives: 

1. Examine vertical smoke movement in buildings.
2. Review the requirements of IBC 2009 & 2012 to address smoke movement.
3. Explore the architectural options available for elevator protection.
4. Explain the use of fire & smoke curtains to reduce or eliminate mechanical systems.
   

Remember to keep up that continuing education!
http://www.tbae.state.tx.us/Registrants/ContinuingEducationRequirements

LNL - VACUUBRAND, INC. - JUNE 21, 2017 @ 12:00PM

Ayse Cooper with VACUUBRAND, INC. will be in the Midland office of PSC on June 21st to discuss modular solutions to laboratory vacuum systems. The presentation will start at 12:00PM. Lunch will be provided by VACUUBRAND, INC. so please be sure to RSVP, by either accepting the email invite or by emailing Shane Danley, no later than Friday, June 16th so that our provider can plan for lunch.

 

• Provider: VACUUBRAND, INC.
• Learning Units: 1 AIA/HSW credit  / 1HR CE LEED BD+C and O+M

VACUUBRAND’s lab vacuum networks provide a modular solution to laboratory vacuum which has provided a variety of benefits to facility owners, scientists, and the A/E/D community for the past 20 years.  For example:

 *   Facility owners have benefited from an economical and modular solution to lab vacuum.

 *   Scientists have benefited from deep, stable lab vacuum that is better-suited to their research objectives than outdated alternatives.

 *   The A/E/D community has benefited from an adaptable, sustainable approach to laboratory vacuum for renovations and new construction that leaves clients with a more functional facility.

The simple philosophy is to install the appropriate (flow and pressure), on-demand vacuum only where it is needed, therefore eliminating costly overbuilding, energy waste, and avoiding a central vacuum source with its many inherent problems (corrosion, leakage, instability, cross-contamination between inputs, biohazard exposure during maintenance). Finally a central vacuum system cannot meet the needs of chemistry researchers which requires them to purchase additional pumps.

During our hour-long session, we would like to review the benefits of this approach and speak with interested staff members about how this technology can be implemented on future laboratory projects. We will also address how these systems help to achieve sustainability objectives while providing an economical and reliable solution.

Remember to keep up that continuing education!
http://www.tbae.state.tx.us/Registrants/ContinuingEducationRequirements

LNL - SOUTHWEST ARCHITECTURAL SALES - APRIL 12 2017 @ 11:00AM

SPECIAL 2 HR PRESENTATION

Dann Dunham with Southwest Architectural Sales will be in the Midland office of PSC on April 12th to present Incorporating Sustainable Materials into Commercial Restroom Design and Heavy-Duty Flush Doors for Commercial Entrances. The first presentation will start at 11:00AM and the second presentation will begin at 12:00PM. Lunch will be provided at 12:00PM by Southwest Architectural Sales so please be sure to RSVP, by either accepting the email invite or by emailing Shane Danley, no later than Friday, April 7th so that our provider can plan for lunch.

• Provider: Scranton Products (11:00AM)
• Program #: ISP10k
  
• Program: Incorporating Sustainable Materials into Commercial Restroom Design
• Learning Units: 1 AIA/HSW/SD CE Hour & 1 GBCI CE Hour
• Description: Learn about HDPE, its physical attributes, composition, design options and sustainable contributions to the design and construction of any project. We'll also take a look at why product transparency and responsible manufacturing are important considerations when specifying a sustainable product.

• Provider: Special-Lite (12:00PM)
• Program: Heavy-Duty Flush Doors for Commercial Entrances
• Learning Units: 1 AIA/HSW
• Description: The program reviews common types of heavy-duty flush doors used in commercial and institutional facilities.
• Learning Objectives:
• How an entrance functions as a system of interdependent components
• How a door's operating environment affects performance, durability, and life cycle costs
• Key design and construction differences among flush door alternatives
• Basic scientific principles and material properties affecting entrance system service life
• How to evaluate door performance criteria to choose the right entrance supplier

Remember to keep up that continuing education!
http://www.tbae.state.tx.us/Registrants/ContinuingEducationRequirements

LNL - LENCORE - MARCH 22ND 2017

Todd Cooper with Todd Cooper & Company, representing Lencore, will be in the Midland office of PSC on March 15th to present How to Select, Identify and Specify the Right Sound Masking System. Lunch will be provided by Todd Cooper & Company. so please be sure to RSVP, by either accepting the email invite or by emailing Shane Danley, no later than Friday, March 16th so that our provider can plan for lunch.

How to Select, Identify and Specify the Right Sound Masking System - This program is a beginner to intermediate program on acoustics, speech privacy, sound masking, industry standards for acoustics, and the roll and benefits of incorporating sound masking. AIA and IDCEC Approved.


Remember to keep up that continuing education!
http://www.tbae.state.tx.us/Registrants/ContinuingEducationRequirements

LNL - TECTUM - MARCH 15TH 2017

Bryan Batchman with Tectum Inc. will be in the Midland office of PSC on March 15th to present Cementitious Wood Fiber Products: Structural, Acoustical Roof Deck, Acoustical Wall and Ceiling Panels. Lunch will be provided by Tectum Inc. so please be sure to RSVP, by either accepting the email invite or by emailing Shane Danley, no later than Friday, March 10rd so that our provider can plan for lunch.

• Provider: Tectum Inc.
• Program: Cementitious Wood Fiber Products: Structural, Acoustical Roof Deck, Acoustical Wall and Ceiling Panels
• Learning Units: 1 AIA/HSW
• Description: Contentious Wood Fiber (CWF) Products have been used successfully to absorb sound for over 65 years. CWF products absorb sound and reduce the noise within a space while providing a life-time warranty against breakage.
• Learning Objectives:
• History of Cementitious Wood Fiber Products.
• Roof Deck and Interior Products
• Acoustics
• Codes
• Design Load and Diaphragm Data
• Mountings and Attachments

 
Remember to keep up that continuing education!
http://www.tbae.state.tx.us/Registrants/ContinuingEducationRequirements

LNL - BASF - MARCH 8TH, 2017

Eddie De Haro with BASF will be in the Midland office of PSC on March 8th to present Successful Coatings Applications. Lunch will be provided by BASF so please be sure to RSVP, by either accepting the email invite or by emailing Shane Danley, no later than Friday, March 3rd so that our provider can plan for lunch.

• Provider: BASF
• Provider ID: J152
• Program: Successful Coatings Applications
• Program Number: CR1200
• Learning Units: 1 LU HR
• Description: This course will cover why structures need protection, types of acrylic coatings and how they work, as well as the installation of coatings including surface preparation, application and troubleshooting.
• Learning Objectives:
• Understand how coatings work
• Describe the differences between paints and coatings
• Properly specify coatings
• Conduct on-site, quality assurance and troubleshooting

 
Remember to keep up that continuing education!
http://www.tbae.state.tx.us/Registrants/ContinuingEducationRequirements

LNL - NEENAH FOUNDRY - FEBRUARY 8TH 2017

John Aulick with Neenah Foundry will be in the Midland office of PSC on February 8th to present information on Neenah Foundry. Lunch will be provided by Neenah Foundry so please be sure to RSVP, by either accepting the email invite or by emailing Shane Danley, no later than Friday, February 3rd so that our provider can plan for lunch.

• Learning Units: 1 AIA/LU (Not HSW)

Remember to keep up that continuing education!
http://www.tbae.state.tx.us/Registrants/ContinuingEducationRequirements

LNL - DUR-A-FLEX, INC. - AUGUST 3RD 2016 @ 12:00PM

John Davis with Dur-A-Flex, Inc. (dur-a-flex.com) will be in the Midland office of PSC on August 3rd to present Design Considerations & Options for successful Resinous Flooring Installations. Lunch will be provided by Dur-A-Flex so please be sure to RSVP, by either accepting the email invite or by emailing Shane Danley, no later than Monday August 1st so that our provider can plan for lunch. More information on the program below

Topic: Design Considerations & Options for successful Resinous Flooring Installations

Learning Objectives:

• List the steps involved in ensuring a successful floor coating project.
• Describe what products typically work best in various applications
• Recognize errors in installation projects from photos shown and recommend suggestions for proper install.

Learning Units: 1.0 AIA/CES HSW/LU | 1.0 IDCEC/CES HSW/LU

Remember to keep up that continuing education!
http://www.tbae.state.tx.us/Registrants/ContinuingEducationRequirements

WTxAIA - JUSTIN LYON, AIA

Join us in applauding Justin R. Lyon for passing the Architect Registration Examination and completing all the requirements of TBAE!

Justin graduated from Texas Tech with his Bachelor of Science in Architecture in 2003. His twelve years of experience is an indispensable addition to the team at Vandergriff Group Architects.

Justin also serves on our local AIA West Texas executive committee.
  

Congratulations Justin! 

Do you know of a newly licensed architect? Please email WTx.AIA@gmail.com.