Join us at 9:30am on Tuesday, January 10 when we host Glen-Gery Brick to present a seminar on Thin Brick Installation. Thin brick usage is increasingly common in all types of construction: new homes, exterior and interior remodeling, and commercial construction. Manufacturers are increasing production of thin brick, and are developing improved systems to improve Read More
Join us at 1:00pm on Tuesday, January 10 when we host Glen-Gery Brick to present an AIA-accredited seminar on "Enhancing Thin Masonry Veneer with Metal Support Systems." This program examines the design and performance characteristics of metal backing systems that mechanically support thin masonry veneers. Comparisons between various systems and traditionally-laid face brick masonry are Read More
On January 19 at 1pm, Penn Stone will host a presentation by CUPACLAD on Natural Slate Rainscreen and Direct Applied Cladding Systems. Learning objectives include: how slate systems are produced how to identify slate quality and detect potential problems what to ask when using slate in a project natural slate ventilated façade systems from a Read More
On January 24 at 9:30am Penn Stone will host Joe Olszewski from Unilock to present a seminar on Segmental Retaining Wall Installation. This presentation will discuss: Unilock's manufacturing process Selecting the correct wall system for each application Wall installation This seminar is free to attend.
On January 24 at 1pm, Penn Stone will host an ASLA and AIA-accredited program, Segmental Retaining Walls, presented by Unilock. This presentation will examine the factors needed for consideration when retaining wall is necessary. Engineering considerations will be examined in detail with regard to slopes, surcharges, hydrostatic pressures, fences, etc. Soil analysis and site considerations, Read More
On January 31, Vic Scotese from Laticrete will present an Introduction to Laticrete’s Masonry Veneer Installation System. MVIS is a code-compliant system for installing stone veneer, thin brick, or stucco, and can be used in conjunction with traditional lath-and-scratch installation or as a standalone solution. Vic’s seminar will include a presentation introducing this important product Read More
On January 31 at 1pm Penn Stone will host an AIA-accredited program, Enhanced Performance Installation Systems for Thin Adhered Masonry Veneer, presented by Laticrete. This CEU will focus on new installation methods, substrates and waterproofing options for Adhered Masonry Veneer (Thin Brick, Manufactured Stone and Thin Natural Stone) exterior façade finishes. Standards development and code Read More
On February 2 at 9:30am, Jeff Hesser from CAST Lighting will present a Landscape Lighting Overview. This seminar will offer training for hardscaping contractors interested in expanding their landscape lighting installation skills. Jeff’s presentation will include: Introduction to low-voltage landscape lighting New CAST Lighting fixtures for 2023 Introduction to the CAST Lighting mobile app Installation Read More
On February 7 at 9:30am, Blithe Sales will present a Training Guide for installing gas fire pit burners from The Outdoor Plus
On February 14 Penn Stone hosts a seminar on proper installation of permeable pavers, presented by Doug Rose from Pine Hall Brick.