SWR Institute - Conference Schedule
SWR Institute's 2009 Winter Technical Meeting
Preliminary Schedule of Events
► Sat., Feb. 28, 2009
8:30 a.m. - noon
SWR Institute Committee Meetings
► Sun., March 1, 2009
8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
SWR Institute Board Meeting
5 – 6 p.m.
First Timers’ Reception
All the first time attendees and their guests are invited to join the SWR Institute Board of Directors, Past Presidents and SWR Institute Ambassadors for cocktails prior to the start of the Opening Reception. This reception gives first timers the opportunity to learn more about the value of being a member of SWR Institute.
6 – 8 p.m.
“It’s a Pirate’s Life for Me” Opening Reception
Ahoy matey! Welcome fellow SWRIers to St. Thomas and enjoy a casual evening next to the Caribbean Sea!
► MON., SEPT. 22, 2008
7:30 – 8 a.m.
Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors
8 – 8:15 a.m.
Opening Remarks & President’s Welcome
Eric Johnson, SWR Institute President
Program Planning Chair:
Jed Daniel, Seager Waterproofing, Inc.
8:15 – 9 a.m.
The Anatomy of a Historic Preservation Project (PART I)
Gunny Harboe, Harboe Architects, PC, Chicago, IL
Key Learning Points: Leading preservation architect Gunny Harboe, AIA, will discuss how his firm approaches landmark structures. Learn about the processes involved in successfully completing a historic preservation project starting with the complete understanding of the building, historically and physically, to working with the client and various regulatory agencies developing a restoration program. Gain an understanding on solving the myriad technical issues and challenges that always present themselves after design is complete.
9 – 9:45 a.m.
Project - Lombard Parking Garage
Brad Lacy, Nies Eggert Waterproofing Company, Inc., Indianapolis, IN, and Jim Justus, Facility Engineering Associates (FEA), Greenville, SC
Key Learning Points: From the engineering side, learn about the unsuspected concrete problems within the precast that led to concrete repairs far in excess of the original evaluation. Gain an understanding of the visible clues that should have tipped off the project team to the extensive damage. Additionally, learn the engineering solutions for prestressed concrete bearings and beams and the importance of continuous monitoring and modifying of the project scope to stay within an increased budget. From the contractor side, learn how to switch from partial depth patching to full depth and how to deal with the challenges of an increased scope, trying to stay within a budget and schedule despite inclement weather.
9:45 – 10:15 a.m.
Coffee Break with Exhibitors
10:15 – 11 a.m.
It is not What You Expect but What You Inspect
John Runkle, Architectural Testing, Inc., York, PA
Key Learning Points: Through case studies, learn which common building envelope air and waterproofing installation problems can be minimized or avoided through a comprehensive inspection program. Understand how inspection programs are typically set up and the roles each party (manufacturer, installer, general contractor, architect, and consultant) assumes. Understand the relationship between inspection and testing and how these elements fit into a comprehensive QA/QC program for the building.
11 – 11:45 a.m.
OSHA Encounters: A Contractor's Perspective
Jed Daniel, Seager Waterproofing, Inc., Greensboro, NC
Key Learning Points: Guilty by association or negligence? It is probably safe to associate your business in this industry with high risk (i.e. chemicals, height, etc.). Currently, we all are investing in significant resources to implement proactive safety policies and programs to avoid costly OSHA citations and fines. As such, learn through real contractor experiences cases that may ultimately apply to your firm. Gain an understanding of specific unusual hazards, related abatement procedures and means to avoid these pitfalls in the future.
11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Luncheon for non-golfers
1:00 – 6 p.m.
Red Simpson Memorial Golf Tournament
Mahogany Run Golf Course - Box lunch provided at golf course
1:30 p.m. Shotgun start
(Optional activity. Additional fee applies.)
► Tues., March 3, 2009
7:30 – 8 a.m.
Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors
8 – 8:15 a.m.
Town Hall Meeting and 2009 Election of Officers & Directors
Eric Johnson, SWR Institute President
8:15 – 9:30 a.m.
The Anatomy of a Historic Preservation Project (PART II): Restoring the Work of Mies van der Rohe ~ When ‘Less’ Was Not Always Enough
Gunny Harboe, Harboe Architects, PC, Chicago, IL, and Bill Leonhard, Allied Waterproofing, Inc., Chicago, IL
Key Learning Points: Mies van der Rohe was one of the greatest architects of the 20th Century. Many of his projects are now over 50 years old and have been designated as historic landmarks. Mies van der Rohe was famous for his elegant lines and minimalist details. Unfortunately this approach resulted in detailing that has not always survived the test of time. Using a number of award-winning examples (i.e. S.R. Crown Hall, Carr Memorial Chapel, and 860-880 Lake Shore Drive Apartments), learn how these buildings are being restored by revising some of the details to have them function better without altering their wonderful aesthetic effects.
9:30 – 10:15 a.m.
Project: Cadena-Reeves Justice Center
Mackey Welch & Jack James, One State Contractors, Inc., Buda, TX, and Al Morris PROSOCO, Allen, TX
Key Learning Points: This project is a prime example in what is needed and required for a manufacturer to recommend suitable products for a complex sandstone/limestone project. Learn about applicable product performance research from simple in house to laboratory testing. Gain an understanding of the contractor project planning associated with public/environmental protection, proper capturing and disposal of waste materials and working with officials on a high profile occupied downtown facility.
10:15 – 10:30 a.m.
Coffee Break with Exhibitors
10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Technical Clearinghouse
Moderator: Keith Goldstein, Everest Waterproofing & Restoration, Inc., San Francisco, CA
Key learning points: Always one of the most highly-rated sessions at an SWR Institute meeting, this session offers attendees an interactive discussion format that features a free-flowing dialogue and addresses real-life work-related problems. Fellow industry professionals provide helpful solutions they’ve already put to the test. With the combined expertise of the individuals in attendance, beneficial solutions are developed through the interaction and open discussion resulting in tangible, cost-saving remedies.
11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Committee Highlights
12 – 1 p.m.
Luncheon
1:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Optional activities and tours
6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
“Pass the Gavel Gala” Reception
7:30 – 11 p.m.
“Pass the Gavel Gala” Dinner and Dance
Enjoy this festive evening toasting the current and incoming presidents of SWR Institute.
► Wed., March 4, 2009
8 – 8:30 a.m.
Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors
8:30 – 9:15 a.m.
Structural Silicone Sealant Durability and Life Cycle Analysis
Dave Kimball, Dow Corning Corporation, Montgomery, TX
Key Learning Points: Learn about the requirement for proper design and quality control in application for Structural Silicones – an opportunity to set yourself apart from the rest! Gain and understanding about the performance, durability, anchorage and method of Structural Silicones. Additionally, learn the typical life cycle analysis for Structural Silicones as it pertains to various substrates and environments.
9:15 – 10 a.m.
Claims Management in our Industry
Jeff Valcourt, Valcourt Building Services, LLC, Elizabeth NJ
Key Learning Points: Learn about claims management in our industry covering the strategy, theory and actual experience. Gain an understanding on how to purchase the right kind of insurance, have the right kind of forms/documents and then manage a claim once it has been incurred. Learn how the various parties will react and how any company needs to react internally to protect its assets. Learn what you need to put in place before a claim arises, how you should react when a claim occurs and when to call in the gunslingers like outside attorneys, etc.
10 – 10:30 a.m.
Coffee Break with Exhibitors
10:30 – 10:45 a.m.
New Product Presentations
10:45 – Noon
PROJECT SHOWCASES:
Lake Wales: Preservation of a Historic Landmark Using Impressed Current Cathodic Protection
Timothy Gillespie, Sika Corporation, Lyndhurst, NJ
Key learning points: Learn about inherent problems with steel-frame, masonry-clad buildings constructed during this time period. Gain an understanding of the investigation that was undertaken to determine the root-cause of the problem as well as laboratory mock-ups completed to determine viability of using impressed current cathodic protection as a solution. Additionally, learn about the restoration process from final design of the ICCP system, installation and start-up to completion.
Silicate Deposits on Windows – It’s not Efflorescence
Ed McGettigan, Evonik Degussa Corporation, Parsippany, NJ
Key learning points: Learn how to identify the cause of white deposits on windows of precast concrete buildings. Gain an understanding about whether the deposits are silicates leaching off the concrete or efflorescence. Get an overview of the best cleaning techniques to remove the deposits. Learn why traditional penetrating sealers are ineffective in remedying the cause of silicate deposits. Gain an understanding of the proper sealers to use to solve this problem.
Frenchman’s Reef – Logistics Extraordinaire
Don Ford, C.A. Lindman Companies, Jessup, MD
Key Learning Points: Learn about the unique challenges of accomplishing a high-profile, fast-paced project on one of the U.S. Virgin Islands. From manpower to material delivery to access to an extremely short work schedule, this was a project to behold!
12 p.m.
Meeting adjourns
