Lunch & Learn: Basics of Brickwork Detailing with Jeff Patterson

4601 Northwest Urbandale Drive,Urbandale IA 50322

31 August, 2021

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Glen-Gery's Jeff Patterson on Basics of Brickwork Detailing. An AIA credited (1 LU/HSW credit) presentation at 12pm CST Basics of Brickwork DetailingWater penetration is responsible for many of the problems encountered in masonry walls today. The successful performance of a masonry wall depends on limiting the amount of water penetration and controlling any water that does enter the wall system. Water penetration resistance and control in brick veneer is the focus of this presentation. The concept behind the ‘brick veneer drainage wall’ is discussed in detail, as well as, the proper materials to specify in order to maximize a wall's water penetration resistance. The various elements and materials which make up a building are in a constant state of motion. All building materials expand and contract due to changes in temperature; some materials move with changes in moisture content. Each building material also changes dimensions due to stress and some materials tend to flow when subjected to sustained loads. These major causes of movement: thermal, moisture, deflection and creep, along with the proper way to control these movements are the focus of this presentation. Other topics included in this presentation are -- Workmanship: What to expect from the mason.Airspaces: Why is the airspace so important and what are the minimum requirements for proper performance.Colorless Coatings: When should they be used? Are they always effective?Flashing and Weepholes: Which types are most effective?Expansion Joints, Control Joints, Building Expansion Joints: Is there really a difference, or is it just semantics.Joint Spacing: Is there an appropriate ‘Rule of Thumb’ - or can such a rule lead to cracking?Compressible Fill: Where should it be used and why.Shelf Angle Details: What must occur at shelf angles to allow for the expected movements?About the Speaker Jeff Patterson – Manager, Business Development A graduate of Iowa State University with degrees in Finance and Communication, Jeff is a 20-year veteran of the masonry industry. He began his work in the industry as the Executive Director of the Masonry Institute of Iowa. For the past 17-years, he has served as a residential and architectural sales manager for Glen-Gery in the Des Moines metro area. In 2019, he became a Manager of Business Development in the surrounding 5-state region. Questions/Comments?Email: [email protected] Glen-Gery, part of Brickworks Limited of Australia, is a premier brand and award-winning manufacturer of brick and stone products, and a distributor of in-house manufactured and globally sourced exterior/interior building products. Through expansive manufacturing and sales facilities, and a dealer network across North America, the company offers a broad product portfolio, when and where needed, to meet the growing demands of the building industry. Founded in 1890, Glen-Gery is headquartered in Wyomissing, Pa. www.glengery.com