Construction Monthly Magazine | Dallas 2024 Build Expo Show Edition
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Workshops & Classes | Wednesday, April 24, <strong>2024</strong><br />
AIA<br />
Intro to High Performance HVAC Design - Crossroads of Function,<br />
Design, and Aesthetic 1 AIA Credit<br />
Wednesday, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 4<br />
Voya Milasinovic<br />
Manager, Performance <strong>Construction</strong> | Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US<br />
Questions Answered:<br />
Form or Function: Which is more important in New <strong>Build</strong>ing<br />
Design?<br />
How can we meet access requirements, and still make it sexy?<br />
Can we think Outside the box, but Inside the envelope?<br />
Target Audience: Residential and Commercial Architects, MEP’s, <strong>Build</strong>ers, Developers<br />
ENGINEERING<br />
Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering<br />
Wednesday, 9:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m. | Room 3<br />
Derek Stout<br />
Regional Vice President | Terradyne<br />
Target Audience: <strong>Build</strong>ers, Developers, and Engineers<br />
Purpose:<br />
To inform today’s building professional to the challenges, and<br />
opportunities posed by new HVAC technologies in building<br />
design and performance.<br />
This class introduces Geotechnical Engineering and why the Geotechnical Report is important in construction of any<br />
foundation. Below is an overview of topics that will be covered as part of the presentation:<br />
• Why is Geotechnical Engineering important?<br />
• An overview of the Geotechnical Report<br />
• When is the Geotechnical Engineering report needed? • Types of foundations and mitigation techniques<br />
• How is the scope of services determined?<br />
• <strong>Construction</strong> methods and quality control<br />
• Project Fee<br />
• Liability and Protection<br />
• Drilling operations and field services<br />
• Case studies and lessons learned<br />
• Laboratory testing methods<br />
• Open discussion and questions<br />
At the conclusion of the presentation, builders, developers, architects and engineers should have a better understanding of<br />
the Geotechnical Engineering process and the importance of having a Geotechnical Engineer on the team.<br />
SOIL<br />
Treatment Process for Soil Stabilization Mitigation<br />
Via Machine Injection<br />
10:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 3<br />
Sara McKay<br />
Owner & Operating Partner | Universal Injections, Inc<br />
This class will introduce the audience to the application of ionic soil stabilization mitigation administered via machine injections.<br />
Our audience will gain an understanding of how stabilization mitigation processes compare in project budget and timelines,<br />
followed by a description in supplementing services and scope of work Universal Injections, Inc offers our clients. By the end<br />
of this discussion, our goal is to have advanced the audiences’ education in mitigation abilities of chemical injections, and how<br />
Universal Injections, Inc. works to benefit contractors and homeowners, in conjunction with their existent construction alliance.<br />
Target Audience: Engineers, Contractors, and Architects<br />
BUSINESS GROWTH<br />
Filling the Gaps and Staying Profitable!<br />
Wednesday, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Room 12<br />
Nicole Grinnell<br />
Founder & CEO | Bosun Solutions<br />
Fractional teams are like the superheroes of Business swooping in to save the day. They fill those tricky skill gaps without<br />
blowing up your employee budget. These teams are like the A-team of specialists—experts in their fields who come in precisely<br />
when you need them, without the costs and commitments of full-time hires. By bringing in these fractional teams on a project<br />
or fractional hours as low as 5 hours a week, businesses cut down on the usual hiring expenses while making sure processes,<br />
client experiences and goals of the organization are not missed.<br />
Even better is the cost-effectiveness. It’s like having access to top-tier talent without the hefty price tag. Businesses dodge longterm<br />
salary commitments, benefits, and the whole office setup cost, optimizing their budget while still getting the job done by<br />
these specialists. Plus, these fractional pros are focused solely on the task at hand, making sure things get done efficiently and<br />
delivering results without breaking the bank. In the end, integrating fractional teams into the mix transforms how businesses<br />
manage costs, giving them the agility to adapt, thrive, and stay profitable in a constantly changing market.<br />
Target Audience: Business Owners / Department Heads
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