Electronic Leak Detection (ELD)

This is a virtual training. Instructions to access the training and any training materials will be provided 24 hours prior to event date.

SPEAKER: Shaun Katz, CSI, ASTM Member

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: 

Electronic Leak Detection: Lessons Learned from ELD Testing and Continuous Monitoring

This one-hour course provides practical insights and proven lessons from over 20 case studies involving Electronic Leak Detection (ELD) in a variety of roofing applications. Participants will explore the use of ELD for quality control testing during new construction, forensic investigation of active leaks in existing buildings, and continuous moisture monitoring of conventional roofing systems.

The course will review key principles from ASTM D7877 – Standard Guide for Electronic Methods for Detecting and Locating Leaks in Waterproof Membranes and ASTM D8231 – Standard Practice for ELD on Roofing and Waterproofing Membranes, helping attendees understand proper testing methods and avoid common sources of moisture intrusion. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped to apply ELD testing more effectively as part of comprehensive roof quality assurance and maintenance programs.

Shorter version!! This one-hour course offers practical insights from 20+ case studies on Electronic Leak Detection (ELD). Topics include ELD for quality control, forensic leak investigation, and continuous moisture monitoring. The course covers ASTM D7877 and ASTM D8231 standards, teaching proper testing applications and how to prevent moisture intrusion. By the end, participants will understand ELD effectively for roof quality assurance and

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 

• Explain the science, capabilities, and limitations of Electronic Leak Detection (ELD) in accordance with ASTM Guide D7877 and ASTM Practice D8231 by the end of the session.
• Analyze and describe common causes of failures in various roofing and waterproofing membranes using real-world case examples.
• Evaluate potential future design and construction failures by interpreting and applying data gathered from real-time construction monitoring systems.
• Differentiate and recommend appropriate applications of ELD testing and continuous moisture monitoring for specific risk mitigation and loss control scenarios.

SPEAKER BIO: 

Shaun has over 20 years of experience in customer service and business administration. He has assisted facility/property managers and building owners, contractors, architects, engineers, consultants, and manufacturers with forensic leak investigation, as well as leak detection in new construction. He has performed ELD product demos and presentations throughout the world, and won the 2020 Presenter of the Year award from the Chicago Chapter of IIBEC. He is an active member of CSI, ASTM and IIBEC. His goal is to provide a basic understanding of Electronic Leak Detection and to assist all parties with ensuring valid and conclusive ELD. LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/sk-7bb192146

Presentation begins: 12:00 pm

Cost: FREE