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Landmarks Illinois & IMI Annual Historic Preservation Event: Terra Cotta Construction & Restoration (Design & Construction Considerations, Old Cook County Hospital Case Study, & Repair/Replacement Demonstrations)

non-BEC
February 18, 2021
9:00 am - 1:45 pm
Location
Virtual Event via Webinar
Posted by Jeff Diqui

ABSTRACT:

Architectural Terra Cotta began as features within (brick) masonry facade assemblies and evolved into full building clad systems. This event will give an overview of general terra cotta facade construction and how the wall system functions. Characteristics of the material will be discussed along with its pathological tendencies. The material properties and its construction are contributors to both its success and beauty as well as its vulnerability to damage. Understanding the material and its vulnerabilities will help in developing appropriate repair and restoration solutions. Also discussed will be an overview of appropriate solutions for in-situ repairs, supplemental anchorage, replacement units, improved water management, and treatment of corroded steel. A case study on the preservation of the Old Cook County Hospital exterior masonry façade repairs will be discussed along with a virtual tour of terra cotta repair demonstrations.

SCHEDULE:

9:00 - 9:05: Welcome
9:05 - 9:15: Opening Remarks, Landmarks Illinois & Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers
9:15 - 9:25: Presentation: Historic Masonry Preservation Certificate Program, IMI
9:25 - 10:25: Presentation: Terra Cotta Construction & Restoration, IMI
10:25 - 11:25:Presentation: Old Cook County Hospital Masonry Restoration Case Study, WJE
11:25 - 11:45:Break
11:45 - 1:30: Demonstrations of Terra Cotta Restoration, IMI
1:30 - 1:45: Q & A / Closing Remarks

AIA CREDIT:

Yes.

VIRTUAL MEETING REGISTRATION & LOGIN INFORMATION:

For those interested in attending, you may contact Jeff Diqui, Technical Director, International Masonry Institute at jdiqui@imiweb.org to request an invite. The invitation will include a REGISTRATION LINK. After registration, a confirmation email with LOGIN INFORMATION with be sent for the virtual meeting that will be hosted through ZOOM.