Below-Grade & Blindside Waterproofing
Design considerations for selecting the right below-grade waterproofing materials
Sponsored by Polyglass U.S.A., Inc. | Presented by Mark Franciosi
Webinar On-Demand
This course explores recommendations for design considerations and considerations for selecting the right below-grade waterproofing materials that meet the requirements for various jobsite conditions.
Photo courtesy of Polyglass
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Mark Franciosi currently leads the Technical Service Group for the Waterproofing and Air Barriers product lines at Polyglass. His 30-year career in the construction industry has included managing construction projects, developing products as part of an R&D team in the building products space, advising design professionals on material selections to protect the building envelope, forensic investigations and expert testimony. Mark has trained thousands of industry professionals over the years on installation methods for waterproofing and air barriers, created industry recognized installation details and technical guides. He holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering, is an active member of many industry associations, such as ASTM, IIBEC and has published several industry related articles. |
Polyglass U.S.A., Inc. is an ISO 9001:2015 certified leading manufacturer of roofing and waterproofing systems for low-and steep-slope applications. The company produces premium modified bitumen roofing systems, roof coatings and roof maintenance systems. Learn more at www.polyglass.us.
Originally published in Building Enclosure
Originally published in February 2024
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Gain an overview of below-grade waterproofing terminology; what below-grade waterproofing is and why we use it.
- Explore the various types of below-grade waterproofing and existing technologies.
- Obtain a deeper understanding of recommended design considerations.
- Cover typical substrates and jobsite preparation methods, and gain an understanding of codes and approvals.
