About the Polyurea Applicator Spray Course
This course identifies the many elements involved in the successful set up and operation of polyurea spray equipment and developed as a hands-on course covering all phases of hot spray polyurea application. It also gives attendees an in-depth analysis of commercially available equipment designs and necessary hardware components to ensure successful operation and spray application of polyureas. “It is the best applicator training class that I have attended in the 30 years I've been in the restoration business,” said course attendee, Pat Lauro; Lesco Restorations, Inc.; of Spartanburg, S.C.
Who should attend?
- Contractors
- Polyurea system suppliers
- Engineers
Our spray course is taught by two of the most respected leaders in the polyurea industry, Dudley Primeaux II and Doug Commette. Primeaux and Commette give you hands-on, applied instruction that can help you become a leader in the polyurea industry. “The instructors are very knowledgeable and thorough, and the hands-on portion replicates real-world conditions, rather than laboratory conditions,” Lauro added.
The course duration is four full days, runs from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and includes light breakfasts every morning and lunches every afternoon.
We limit the class to 25 people so everyone may operate the equipment and participate in the open discussions. You learn from the instructors and from each other.
Covered in the course
- Surface preparation
- Equipment setup
- Spraying techniques
- Troubleshooting
- Final evaluation and testing
Click here for the Applicator Spray Course
DAILY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS and more topics covered in the course itinerary.
History of the PDA Applicator Spray CourseDuring the planning stages of the course's curriculum and associated materials, the developers decided that the industry lacked a source of complete instruction that went beyond simple equipment training. The result was this new course that provides answers to questions and issues encountered in the field, according to Rob Loomis, group leader of Willamette Valley Co. and chairman of the PDA Education Committee, who played a role in the design of the class. "Many industry companies have training programs that may or may not be sufficient for their employees' needs," he said. "This class helps relieve that burden, ensuring that attendees receive a complete education in all areas of polyurea spray application."
John Becker, president of Creative Material Technologies, Ltd., and class participant, agreed that the topics covered went beyond any training class he's attended. "I've written training courses for my company, so I had a unique perspective," he said. "What works in the lab, or was designed to, may not work in the field. PDA's class bridges the gaps. The experience was invaluable. I would highly recommend it to a novice or an expert, not only for the level of experience of the instructors, but because the class brought together professionals from different parts of the industry and that interaction was profitable for the overall learning experience."
PDA has continued offering this innovative new class around the country. "This is a significant advancement for our organization and our industry," said Dudley Primeaux, owner of Primeaux Associates, LLC, and course instructor. "This class is the first of its kind to cover spray-applied polyureas so completely."
*VERY IMPORTANT – Attendees are responsible for bringing a ½-face organic cartridge respirator. A full-face respirator will be provided for use while spraying. You can buy these online at:
www.lss.com for a direct link for the organic cartridge click here, for the 1/2-face respirator click here. Attendees may ship their cartridge and respirator to the facility directly if they wish at the address below for Polyvers.
Registration Fees
Your registration fee includes all meetings and educational materials, a light breakfast, daily lunches and snack breaks.
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Polyurea Spray Applicator Training – PDA Member
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$1399
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Polyurea Spray Applicator Training – Non-member
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$1599
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Cancellation Policy
If circumstances require you to cancel your registration, you must make a cancellation request in writing prior to the start of the meeting. All cancellations are subject to a $25 processing fee. Before September 6, 2009, all written requests for cancellations will receive a full refund of the meeting registration fee, less $25 processing fee. After September 6, 2009 no refunds will be given.
Attire
For your safety, please wear long pants and long sleeve shirts and closed toes shoes on days when spraying polyurea. It is suggested to wear clothing that can be ruined.
Facility
The course will be held at Polyvers Facility
Polyvers Facility
9777 West Gulf Bank, Suite 15
Houston, TX 77040
Phone: 713.466.4988
Transportation
Please be advised that you are responsible for transportation to and from the spray course facility.
Nearby Airports: There are two airports near or in the Houston vicinity and close to the Comfort Inn George Bush Intercontinental/Houston Airport (IAH), 30 minutes away and Houston/William P Hobby (HOU), 30 minutes away.
Hotel Information
Comfort Inn
7887 West Tidwell Rd.
Houston, TX 77040
Phone: 1-713-690-1493
Fax: 1-713-895-8674
* Just a 3-5 minute drive to the Spray Course facility - Polyvers!Click here for the Comfort Inn website.
**VERY IMPORTANT – When making your reservation please say the group name “PDA Group” for our negotiated rate of $79 per night.
PDA has negotiated a rate of $79 a night/Standard Rate with the Comfort Inn. This rate will be good through September 28, 2009. After September 28, 2009 the rooms may still be available at the hotel’s full rate.
Hotel Accomodations:
The newly renovated hotel is conveniently located off the NW loop of I-610. They are conveniently located to many popular attractions such as Galleria Mall, Sam Houston Race Park, Rice University, Minute Maid Park, and Reliant Stadium. Guests will enjoy our Free Hot Breakfast, Free coffee, Free local calls, Free wireless High-speed internet access and our Large outdoor pool. They also have several meeting rooms for your intimate banquet and business functions. Check-in time is 3 p.m. and check-out is noon.
Alternative Hotel Information
Hampton Inn Houston – Willowbrook Mall
7645 FM 1960 RD W
Houston, Texas 77070
Phone: 1-281-955-2400
Fax: 1-281-9556291
Click Here for the Hampton Inn Houston – Willowbrook Mall’s website.
Hotel Accomodations:
The Willowbrook Hampton Inn is conveniently located in the Willowbrook Mall shopping center on FM 1960 @ 249. The hotel is about 20 min away from Bush Intercontinental airport. In addition, there are over 160 different shops and at least 10 nationally known restaurants, such as Olive Garden, Chili's, BJ's Pizza, and Macaroni Grill - all within walking distance of the hotels. The Willowbrook Hampton Inn by Hilton features 75 beautifully appointed rooms (both smoking and non-smoking), an indoor pool and a spa. The property also provides complimentary high-speed internet access, free local calls, express check out, and fax and copy services. Guests of this Hampton Inn hotel can also enjoy the complimentary On the House* hot breakfast buffet and the On the Run* breakfast bags (available Monday-Friday), plus all the advantages of the Hilton HHonors guests' loyalty program.
