This lunch and learn will
provide an in-depth look at below-slab moisture and vapor protection. The
seminar will examine how below-slab water vapor migration has become the
leading cause of floor failures, as well as potential contributor to mold
growth, alkali-silica reaction, efflorescence, and other building envelope
concerns. Moreover, the seminar is designed to update attendees on current
standards and recommendations from ASTM, ACI, and PCA, as well as flooring and
concrete experts from the industry. Questions about vapor retarders vs. vapor
barriers, the use of poly/visqueen, the location of the vapor barrier, radon
gas, concrete moisture testing, concrete drying, and effective installation
will be addressed.
Learning objectives: After
attending the session, attendees will know how to design an overall system to
help prevent moisture related problems such as: floor covering failures, mold
issues, concrete drying concerns, and much more. Attendees will learn about the
most recent standards and industry-expert recommendations in the Vapor Barrier
industry, including ASTM standards, ACI recommendations and contributions to
sustainable construction. In addition, attendees will know and be able to
explain the difference between a Vapor Retarder and a Vapor Barrier and know
how to specify each.
Colin
Bercovitch is a Senior Regional Manager at Stego Industries supporting the
specifications and design community, contractors, and Stego Industriess
distribution in Canada along with supporting sales and marketing. Colin is
knowledgeable in the field of below-slab moisture protection and the latest
theory for design and implementation of overall below-slab moisture protection
systems.
