Jan. 4 2012

11:30 a.m.

Take Out Talk: Combined Axial Loads and Flexure

RMMI, 686 Mariposa St, Denver.

Most designers use the simplified Unity Formula for considering axial loads in combination with flexure. It may be quick and easy, but how much of the masonry capacity are you throwing away with this approach? We’ll talk about using
interaction diagrams to “reclaim” the effect of axial loads and how they increase the wall’s flexural resistance. Each attendee will receive simple design charts that you can use for a wide range of wall types and reinforcement ratios.
Taught by Michael Schuller

Jan. 5

10 a.m.

Membership Committee

Jan. 11

11:30 a.m.

Take Out Talk: Become an Instant Masonry Expert

RMMI, 686 Mariposa St, Denver.

Have you ever wondered where RMMI Technical Director Diane Travis gets her information? In spite of what she may tell you, Diane does not know it all. In this seminar she will share her trade secrets—the technical books that are easiest to understand, the most trusted resource people and the most complete web sites. This class will even tell you where to find free downloadable pre-drawn details to save yourself drafting time. In no time at all you too will be a masonry expert.

Jan. 12

9:30 a.m.

Promotions Committee

Jan. 12

11:30 a.m.

Board of Directors

Jan. 19

8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Certification Class: Mortar & Grout and Masonry Testing

RMMI

$150 members, $200 non-members

register: register by email

Jan 23- 27

World of Concrete

MCAA Annual Convention

Fastest Trowel on the Block

Spec Mix Bricklayer 500

World of Concrete and MCAA Convention

Las Vegas Convention Center

Las Vegas NV

Jan 31

Meet for Drinks at Toby Keiths

Feb. 1
11:30 a.m.

Take out Talk

Designing for Shear: beams and walls

RMMI 686 Mariposa St Denver

What’s the difference between an ordinary reinforced shear wall and a special reinforced shear wall? What is the benefit of using more reinforcement to ensure ductile performance? We’ll cover how to design beams and walls for applied shear loads, and see how the Building Code lets us take advantage of specially reinforced shear walls. Learn about the different potential shear failure modes and how to apply building code requirements to ensure our walls behave in a ductile manner. We’ll finish with simple diagrams showing code requirements for vertical and horizontal reinforcement in the different seismic zones. Taught by Michael Schuller

Feb 2

10 a.m.

Membership Committee

Feb 8

11:30 a.m.

Take out Talk

Masonry 101

RMMI 686 Mariposa St Denver

This introductory seminar is designed for people who are unfamiliar with masonry construction. It gives you the basic tools you will need to design with brick, block and stone. The class also gives you a list of resources you can consult if you need more advanced information. Taught by Diane Travis

Feb. 9

11:30 a.m.

Board of Directors

Feb 13

10 a.m.

Promotions Committee

Feb 17

Certification Class

Feb 21

Member Dinner

Mardi Gras

 March 1

10 a.m.
Membership Committee

March 7

Take Out Talk

11:30 a.m.

RMMI 686 Mariposa St Denver

Distributing Loads to Shear Walls

You probably never thought about how the building’s roof system will affect your design of masonry shear walls, but be careful - the loads carried by masonry walls will vary hugely depending on floor and roof diaphragm stiffness. Come to this seminar to learn simple rules for defining flexible and stiff diaphragms, and how to distribute lateral loads to walls with non-symmetric building layouts.
Taught by Michael Schuller

March 8

11:30 a.m.

Board of Directors

March 12

10 a.m.

Promotions Committee

March 14

11:30 a.m.

Take Out Talk

RMMI 686 Mariposa St Denver

Control Joints in Masonry Walls

Everybody knows that you need to include Control Joints in masonry walls but everybody hates them. This seminar will teach you where you absolutely MUST put control joints. It will also teach you how to avoid using control joints in some instances. Taught by Diane Travis

March 16

Certification Class

March 27

Member event

Bowling

April 4

11:30 a.m.

Take Out Talk

RMMI 686 Mariposa St Denver

Detailing Reinforcement and Anchorage

Fitting reinforcement into congested masonry walls can be tricky. We have to worry about anchorage, development length, splices, hooks, stirrups, and all the rest. The way we treat lap splices in masonry has been constantly changing since the formula was updated with the 1999 MSJC Code. Did you know the formula for lap splice length continues to be modified? Recent research is leading to a reformulation of how we look at lap splices and development length in masonry. Don’t be left behind – see what is happening now and what is in store for future code cycles as we discuss code requirements for steel detailing in masonry walls. We’ll finish with simple diagrams showing code requirements for vertical and horizontal reinforcement in the different seismic zones.
Taught by Michael Schuller

April 5

10 a.m.

Membership Committee

April 9

10 a.m. Promotions committee

April 11

11:30 a.m.

Take Out Talk

RMMI 686 Mariposa St Denver

Rain Screen Walls

Rain Screen Walls are the latest version of Cavity Walls. They not only have a gap behind the veneer to manage moisture penetration, they also have a vented cavity that allows this air gap to dry out. A Rain Screen Wall also allows natural convection to cool this cavity. Taught by Diane Travis

April 12

11:30 a.m.

Board of Directors

April 20

Certification Class

April 26

Member Networking

Drinks at the Denver Press Club

May 2

11:30 a.m.

Take Out Talk

RMMI 686 Mariposa St Denver

Cost Effective Engineering Design

This seminar is aimed at designers who want to use masonry (brick, block and stone) but have budget concerns. Some value-engineering options work just fine, but others can significantly affect the long-term viability of the building. It is always better to understand your options before you build the structure. We will talk about effective structural design concepts, compare the costs of different competing wall systems, and understand how some common masonry details affect constructability and cost. Taught by Michael Schuller

May 3

10 a.m.

Membership Committee

May 9

11:30 a.m.

Take Out Talk

RMMI 686 Mariposa St Denver

An Introduction to the International Green Construction Code

The International Green Construction Code is the first green building code to be published in 2012. The seminar will cover the development process of the IGCC, the scope and adoption requirements, mandatory language vs. project electives and the extent of freedom in design, major concepts covered by the IGCC, and how the IGCC relates to the existing building codes. This program is for architects and engineers. Taught by Shahnaz Jaffari, President of EcoGreen Vision

May 10

11:30 a.m.

Board of Directors

May 14

10 a.m.

Promotions Committee

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Clay Shoot

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Certification Class

May 24

5 - 7 p.m.

Member Networking

Jose o'Shea's

June 6

11:30 a.m.

Take out Talk

RMMI 686 Mariposa St Denver

June 7

10 a.m.

Membership Committee

June 11

10 a.m.

Promotion committee

June 13

11:30 a.m.

Take Out Talk

RMMI 686 Mariposa St Denver

June 14

11:30 a.m.

Board of Directors