Retrofit Anchoring of Masonry and Stone Facades
About the Sponsor
PROSOCO is a national manufacturer of products for cleaning, protecting and maintaining concrete; making building envelopes air- and water-tight; and cleaning, protecting and restoring new and existing masonry buildings. We strive to provide innovative products and services that improve the appearance and performance of our built environment. Since its founding in 1939, the company has excelled at the innovation and development of superior products and services for the construction industry. The United States Capitol Building, Grand Central Station, the World Trade Plaza, the Smithsonian Institute, Jacobs Field. . . PROSOCO products are a part of constructing, restoring, and preserving our present and our past. PROSOCO has offices and production facilities in Lawrence, Kansas with an extensive sales and technical support staff throughout the United States. PROSOCO products are available internationally with products currently sold in Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland and China through licensed manufacturers.
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Wednesday, June 10, 2020 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDT
An overview of existing masonry and stone façade instability issues, the cause and recognition of these problems, and the cost-effective re-anchoring solutions for repair involving various masonry wall construction techniques. A detailed look into the different types of retrofit anchoring systems available to stabilize existing masonry and stone facades.
Learning Objectives:
- Recognize the function and characteristics of brick ties and anchors.
- Recognize existing masonry veneer instability conditions and their associated cause.
- Review the types of retrofit anchoring options and how they function.
- Summarize the typical retrofit anchoring and masonry restoration process.
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