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PROSOCO is a Registered Provider with The American Institute of Architects
Continuing Education Systems. PROSOCO presenters are field experts, most with 10 years or more experience, including factory training and extensive applied experience.

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Continuing Education

Introduction to Existing Building Retrofits

This program introduces building retrofits as a method to achieve green building standards by adapting existing structures. While a building retrofit may have several types of interventions, effective air sealing improves the durability of the structure and occupant comfort, health, and safety. This course includes a detailed look at sources of air leakage and the various methods available to address this infiltration. Several real-world examples demonstrate the importance of identifying the source of air leakage, investigating existing conditions, and proper detailing.

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Protective Treatments for Masonry and Concrete

As some of the earliest building materials, masonry and concrete have been used for their durability and strength. However, masonry architecture, both historical and contemporary, has been left vulnerable to water—the single most damaging element to masonry in our environment. This course will identify common water-related problems for masonry and concrete, describe protective treatments and their benefits, and explain the process for selecting and applying a protective treatment.

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Improving and Prolonging the Performance of Finished Concrete Floors

With the relatively recent development of new products and procedures for polishing concrete, concrete floors have added aesthetic appeal to their list of impressive performance characteristics. This course will discuss improving and prolonging the performance of finished concrete floors by exploring the many benefits of concrete flooring, summarizing the procedure for creating concrete floors, explaining maintenance methods and spill removal, and explaining how a floor protection plan will aid in the prolonged service life of the floor.

Continuing Education

Retrofit Anchoring of Masonry and Stone Façadess

Masonry wall types have evolved from self-supporting mass walls to cavity walls and veneers that require wall ties or anchors. Over time, anchors can fail and masonry wall systems can become unstable and require repair. This course discusses how to recognize unstable façades, how retrofit anchors can be used to repair these instabilities, the different types of anchors available, and how to determine the proper repair procedure.

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Self-directed Product Knowledge

Building Envelope Product Overview

This video explores the fundamentals of the PROSOCO R-Guard product line and the unique attributes that separate it from other commercial air and water barrier products on the market. Course length- 40 min.

Self-directed Product Knowledge

The Basics of Protective Treatments

Lesson 1 of 2. In this lesson, you’ll learn about the benefits, common misconceptions and pros and cons of using various types of protective treatments. Course length- 12 min.

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Penetrating Protective Treatments

Lesson 2 of 2. This course will help you to identify the three main types of penetrating protective treatments for masonry and to understand the characteristics and differences between each type. Finally, you learn which application method is best for each type of protective treatment. Course length- 9 min.

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Efflorescence: What It Is, What It Isn’t, Prevention, Removal, and Protection

Efflorescence is masonry’s biggest nemesis. However, this stain is commonly misdiagnosed and mistreated. We will start from the beginning and explain the different forms of efflorescence, then dive in to how to diagnose, treat and prevent it. Course length- 53 min.

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Continuing Education

Introduction to Existing Building Retrofits

This program introduces building retrofits as a method to achieve green building standards by adapting existing structures. While a building retrofit may have several types of interventions, participants will learn how effective air sealing will improve overall occupant comfort, health, and safety.

Continuing Education

Retrofit Anchoring of Masonry and Stone Facades

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.

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Sealants – A to Z

A basic understanding of how sealants work, how they should be installed and why, and a guide to potential failures.

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Managing Project-Specific Details – Real-Time Collaboration between the Design Professional and Product Specialists

A depiction and analysis of unusual and problematic detailing conditions from specific projects that go beyond use of a manufacturer's standard details for common conditions. This shows how fluid-applied flashing and detailing products rather than peel & stick membranes can be successfully used to handle particularly challenging conditions and how designers can interact with manufacturers to obtain this detailing support.

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Improving and Prolonging the Performance of Finished Concrete Floors

This overview of concrete floor basics shows participants how to get the most from finished concrete floors. Along the way it discusses levels of finish, hardening/densifying and other aspects of finished concrete flooring not commonly known. The program also shows how to protect and maintain finished concrete flooring. It includes tips for protecting finished floors from damage during building construction.

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Masonry Walls & Concrete Floors in Sustainable Design

An in-depth examination of the roles masonry walls and concrete floors play in building that improve occupant well-being, environmental performance and economic returns.

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Managing Condensation, Water Intrusion and Energy in the Real World

Window-opening air and water leakage has been a difficult problem for the construction industry. This course evaluates building failures, conventional construction approaches, and new developments in waterproofing techniques to show a path forward for designers seeking higher-performing wall assemblies.

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Troubleshooting Masonry Construction

An overview of procedures for identifying and preventing problems, and maintaining and restoring the appearance and functionality of masonry and the masonry-veneer building envelope.

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New Rules for New Construction Cleandown

An overview of how masonry exteriors have changed since 1949, and the challenges and procedures involved in cleaning them correctly.

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The Role of Air and Water-Resistive Barriers in the Building Envelope

An introduction to air and water-resistive barriers and how they work. The role of air leakage in causing mold in walls and high energy costs is explained. The program includes discussion of the different products on the market. It also explains why contemporary building envelopes need these products now more than ever before.

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Restoration Cleaning: Turning Back the Hands of Time

A comprehensive look at the tools and techniques of cleaning historic architecture. “Restoration Cleaning” categorizes types of contaminants. It compares and contrasts abrasive, water and chemical cleaning. The program concludes with 10 “must know” tips for successful restoration cleaning.

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Masonry Cleaning: Stain Identification & Removal

A survey of types and causes of staining common to new masonry construction, with recommendations and guidelines for cleaning and product selection.