In a recent survey by the Portland Cement Association, Mortar and Grout for Masonry Construction is sampled and tested improperly 89% and 56% of the time, respectively.
The
Mortar & Grout – Sampling and Testing Workshop
will provide guidance regarding;
- Proper use of Specification ASTM C270 and Test Method ASTM C780 for evaluating masonry mortar produced in the laboratory and at the construction site.
- Proper use of Specification ASTM C476 and Test Method ASTM C1019 for evaluating masonry grout produced at the construction site.
Agenda
9:30 a.m.
Coffee and Donuts (provided)
10:00 a.m.
Introduction to Mortar - Nick Popoff
ASTM C270 Specification, ASTM C780 Test Method, ASTM C1586 Guide
11:00 a.m.
Introduction to Grout- Dan Zechmeister
ASTM C476 Specification, ASTM C1019 Test Method
12:00 p.m.
Lunch (provided)
1:00 p.m.
Laboratory Testing – Chad Richard
ASTM C270, ASTM 780: Mortar Sampling/Testing, ASTM C1019: Grout Sampling/Testing
3:30 p.m.
Written Examination
4:30 p.m.
Adjourn