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About the Workshop: Are you an architect, design professional, engineer, developer, policymaker, government official, contractor, or just have a general interest in the benefits of concrete? ICFs are quickly becoming a fundamental building technique for single-family homes, multi-family homes, schools, and commercial buildings. This is due to the resiliency, energy efficiency, and ease of use. Join us to find out what makes ICFs the best choice for your next building project. Morning Workshop: 8:30 AM - 11:45 AM The morning portion of the workshop will cover the business case for choosing Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) for 1) Residential Basements & Complete Homes, and 2) Commercial and Multi-Family Mid-Rise Buildings. This section is targeted to architects, engineers, developers, policymakers and government officials. Concrete contractors and product suppliers will also benefit. Homes and Basements (90 minutes) - National and provincial building codes will change significantly over the next 12 to 15 years and builders will be challenged to adapt their construction practices to the quickly evolving requirements. They will be seeking the most cost-effective solutions while looking to avoid a myriad of costly, and risky, unintended consequences. As the national and provincial building codes evolve over the next decade, insulating concrete forms [...]

EVENT DESCRIPTION Lighter, faster and more cost-effective than other forms of construction, Insulating Concrete Forms (ICFs) are quickly becoming the construction method of choice for all forms of construction including single and multifamily, hotels, schools, and offices. Concrete contractors, masons, and framers have an opportunity to learn how their trade can work with ICFs to enhance their competitiveness in today’s construction environment. This course will give you the training you need to begin building with one of the fastest-growing building systems on the market – ICFs. AGENDA 7:30 am: Continental Breakfast 8:00am – 12:00pm: ICF Contractor Training • Demonstrate the specific characteristics of ICFs • Describe the benefits of ICF construction • Explain the construction advantages and efficiencies • Demonstrate the interaction between trades and ICF installation requirements and techniques • Recognize that ICF technology can expand your business opportunities. WHO SHOULD ATTEND General Contractors, Masonry Contractors, Concrete Contractors, Wood, and Steel Framers. Design professionals may also benefit. REGISTRATION FEE $50.00. This fee includes meals, ICF training manual, hands-on instruction and certificate of completion. If you have questions, contact CO Ready Mixed Concrete Association, Emma Dolan at (303) 290-0303 or [email protected]. CONTINUING EDUCATION Earn 4 AIA-CES Learning Units and 4 [...]