New Holland Concrete offers a variety of lunch & learn programs for Registered Architects, Designers and design staff. To order a lunch presentation at your facility, please make note of the program number associated with your program choice and contact us at your convenience to schedule. There is no program charge, and New Holland Concrete will provide the lunch, with your input on menu selection. Contact us below based upon your office location:

SUSTAINABLE CONCRETE MASONRY DESIGN:  THERMAL PERFORMANCE:
Program # NCMA 000574
Utilizing thermal mass advantages
Selection of the insulation system
Thermal bridging
Control of air infiltration

ARCHITECTURAL ENHANCEMENT; AESTHETICAL DESIGN WITH CONCRETE MASONRY:
Program # NCMA 000530
Why architectural concrete masonry varies in price
Causes of color variation
How to specify a CMU color and select colored mortars
Available textures and associated costs
Architectural block installation and cleaning

CRACK CONTROL IN CONCRETE MASONRY WALLS:
Program # NCMA 000503
Causes of cracking, and how to accommodate movement
Control joints – types, details and locations
Proper placement of joint reinforcement
Proper use of bond beams

FIRE SAFETY WITH CONCRETE MASONRY:
Program # NCMA 000504
USA fire statistics and trends
Components of balanced design (fire detection, fire suppression and compartmentalization)
Discussion on ASTM E-119 (fire tests and building assemblies)
Methods of determining fire resistance ratings

SUSTAINABLE CONCRETE HARDSCAPE DESIGN:  LEED®:
Program # NCMA 000571
The meaning and importance of “sustainable building” practices
How the USGBC’s LEED® system works
How hardscape products apply to LEED®-registered projects
What tools are available to you
Future trends in sustainable hardscape design

SEGMENTAL RETAINING WALLS (SRW) – CONSTRUCTION PROCESSES:
Program # NCMA 000510
Types of retaining wall products available
The components of an SRW system
Importance of soils and soil conditions
How to properly install an SRW wall, including field information, excavation, bearing pad preparation, drainage, reinforcement, capping and grading
Special applications such as radius walls, terraced walls and railings

INSULATING CONCRETE FORMS (ICF):  
Program # RWS003
Efficient: Provides R-30 Walls
LEED compliant: Contributes up to 21 points in four out of six categories
Cost: Long-term savings in energy and maintenance
Flexibility: 4”, 6”, 8” and 10” Concrete Walls – Load-bearing and infill
Benefits: Sound reduction, withstands severe environmental effects, improved air quality
Installation speed: means reduced jobsite schedule

INTRODUCTION TO DIRECT-DESIGN HANDBOOK FOR MASONRY STRUCTURES - TMS 403:
Program # NCMA 000580
This presentation introduces users to the recently published new design standard for concrete masonry construction, Direct Design Handbook. The direct design procedure is a simply to use procedure that allows users to instantly determine minimum reinforcement requirements for common concrete masonry buildings for preliminary or final design, cost or material estimating, or as a design check using more conventional design techniques. The direct design procedure can be a great resource for producers, contractors, designers, and building officials to quickly verify that designs meet the minimum requirements of contemporary building codes.

INTRODUCTION TO LEED® - INTEGRATING CONCRETE INTO LEED PROJECTS:
Program #: UCL
This presentation familiarizes the audience with the concepts of LEED® and how concrete may be utilized to acquire points in the LEED® Building Rating System.

THE CONCRETE ADVANTAGE IN PARKING LOTS:
Program #: CONPAR
Your parking lot makes the first impression on your customers about your business. This seminar will provide participants with a better understanding of concrete parking areas and their design and construction. An introduction to a parking area design software package called the “Concrete Pavement Analyst” is provided. This software is based on ACI 330 and is a welcome tool for the designer.

PERVIOUS CONCRETE PAVEMENTS – THE ANSWER FOR   STORMWATER RUNOFF:
Program #: PCP1
Attendees will learn about pervious concrete pavements, their design and the benefits of its use. The program offers suggested mix designs, handouts and general specifications. Pervious concrete helps eliminate the need for retention ponds, reduces the urban heat island effect, and creates a healthier environment.

ROLLER COMPACTED CONCRETE (RCC) PAVEMENTS:
Program #: RCCP08
Today RCC pavements are the choice when strength, durability, and economy are needed. The high strength of RCC pavements eliminate many of the costly problems associated with asphalt paving. RCC resists rutting, deterioration by fuel spills, and will not soften under high temperatures. Participants will be provided with an overview of RCC and the advantages associated with its construction.

FLOWABLE FILL: THE CONTROLLABLE BACKFILL:
Program #: FFTCB1
Participants will learn about flowable fill and its advantages over traditional granular backfill materials. This self-leveling, self-compacting product provides for a safer more efficient jobsite.