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Day 1
Time Eastern ­ Available Credits Speaker(s)
8–8:55 am.­

PVC Material Science - Now and the Future

As the PVC roofing materials industry evolves, understanding roofing material science is essential. This course teaches design professionals how to create effective roofing specifications, ensure system performance with uplift testing, and comply with building codes through proper installation. Attendees will also learn about the industry's efforts to reduce environmental impact, enhance sustainability, and improve material durability. The course covers current and future sustainability initiatives, showing how longer-lasting roofing materials help keep waste out of landfills and support recycling at the end of their lifecycle.
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Tom Romolo
8:55-9 a.m. Stretch Break ­ ­
9-9:55 a.m.

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Full System Solutions for Division 7 Architectural Wall Panels

1­ HSW
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Tyler Landry
9:55-10:10 a.m. Snack Break ­ ­
10:10-11:05 am

How Large Openings Can Contribute to Improved Mental Health

­This seminar explains how large openings can help improve health and what kind of systems are available for Wind-Borne and Coastal Areas, along with their structurally engineered components. The course focuses on the benefits and applications, types of door systems, and door hardware and testing.
1­ HSW
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WPB - Bethany Ollison & Wade Mammon
Orlando - Bethany Ollison & Shawn Harlacher
11:05-11:10 a.m. Stretch Break ­ ­
11:10 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

Introduction to Upward Acting Sectional Doors

Gain a general understanding of available sectional door product lines so that the most applicable products can be specified.
1HSW Meghan Joseph
12:05-12:20 p.m. Get lunch - Return to classroom ­ ­

12:20-1:15 p.m.

Rolling Closure Products

To gain a general understanding of available rolling closure product lines so that the most applicable products can be specified to meet end user needs.
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­CE Credit Pending AIA Approval ­Meghan Joseph
1:15-1:30 p.m. Stretch Break ­ ­
1:30-2:25 p.m.

3D Concrete Printing in Masonry & Hardscape Design

Technology is advancing faster every day. 3D printing has evolved and scaled from small handheld items to structural elements and full structures in construction. In this course we will review the evolution of 3D printing in the design & construction community. From its start over 30 years ago to the creative element in design it is today - combining the structural capabilities of a resilient and proven construction material with a limitless creative manufacturing technology..
1 HSW ­Chris Bettinger
2:25-2:35 p.m. Beverage Break ­ ­
2:35-3:30 p.m.

The Manufacturing of Concrete Masonry Units

An overview of the production of concrete masonry units (CMU) including the selection of raw materials, creating an acceptable mix, forming and curing, packaging and aesthetic options.
1 HSW
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3:30-3:40 p.m. Beverage Break ­ ­
3:40-4:35 p.m.

Elevating Design with Architectural Stone Veneer

Explore how stone veneer contributes to biophilic design principles and helps architects specify for changing residential building trends.
1 HSW ­
Day 2
Time Eastern ­ Available Credits Speaker(s)
8-8:55 a.m.

Lightweight Insulating Concrete Roof Decks: Florida Applications, Code Requirements and Benefits of LWIC

Program will cover all aspects of lightweight insulating concrete (LWIC) roof deck applications and roofing assemblies, with specific references to Section 1917 of the Florida Building Code, design standards and specifications, thermal values and thermal bridging, wind uplift resistance and hurricane performance, and the numerous other benefits of LWIC.
1­ HSW
­WPB - Frank Peydro & Alain Gonzalez
Orlando - Alain Gonzalez
8:55-9 a.m. Stretch Break ­ ­
9-9:55 a.m.

Reducing Carbon Footprint of Laminated Glass

Laminated glass is used in many different applications requiring different performance attributes. Glass makeup for structural, decorative, acoustic, security, ballistics, and safety can be tailored to achieve optimum properties. Some applications may have multiple laminated glass solutions and embodied carbon considerations may determine the most sustainable solution. Interlayer properties that contribute to desired performance and tools to help select the appropriate interlayer for optimum sustainability will be described. Improving resiliency by using laminated glass will also be discussed.
1 HSW Ron Hull, P.E, CDT
9:55-10:10 a.m. Snack Break ­ ­
10:10-11:05 a.m.

The Art of Metal Wall Panels

­An advanced review of metal wall panel profiles—including corrugated, exposed fastener, and concealed/hidden fastener systems—focusing on their proper application with field examples of flashing details (“do & don’t”). The course will highlight specific applications of these wall panel products and examine how they affect environmental efficiency, project sustainability, product performance, and compliance with applicable building codes. Emphasis will be placed on understanding how correct detailing not only supports design intent but also ensures durability, safety, and adherence to regulatory standards.
1 HSW Royal Casey, CSI
11:05-11:10 a.m. Stretch Break ­ ­
11:10 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

8th Edition (2023) Florida Building Code – Key Wind Loading Requirements for New and Replacement Windows and Doors (this is not an advanced course)

This course will address key provisions in the Florida Building Code relating to wind load requirements for new and replacement windows and doors.
1 HSW Eric Stafford, PE
12:05-12:20 p.m. Get lunch - Return to classroom ­ ­

12:20-1:15 p.m.

Paint 101

This course will provide you with the fundamentals of different paint systems and the latest technologies so that you can specify coatings that will provide the best outcome for your client.
1­ HSW ­Sherwin Williams
1:15-1:30 p.m. Stretch Break ­ ­
1:30-3:30 p.m.

Advanced Training: The Florida Accessibility Code, Ch. 2 Scoping Requirements

This advanced course is designed to provide building code training in the Scoping Requirements as contained in Chapter 2 of the 8th Edition (2023) Florida Building Code, Accessibility Volume.
2 HSW/ ADV FBC John Farinelli
JC Code and Construction

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