training 1-day pro mold-making workshop
| The 1-day Professional Mold-Making Workshop teaches the building professional how to build custom molds for sinks, fireplace surrounds and other architectural elements using a wide range of methods. Materials utilized in this class include Fiberglass, Foam, Rubber, Fiber Reinforced and Lightweight Sculpting Plaster. Techniques examined will include bench-run and rotary jig construction as well as foam and plaster sculpting.
Large-format sculpting and shaping methods are demonstrated along with irregular and organic shape construction. Many of the principles covered in this workshop can be applied to larger vessel construction such as bathtubs and complex planters. This intensive program is held at our 7,000 s.f. CHENG Fabrication Studio, Fu-Tung's working concrete shop. |
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- Learn the art of CHENG craftsmanship.
Working with experienced instructors, participants will learn the tips, techniques and methods that have made Fu-Tung and his CHENG team the unparalleled leader in concrete countertop design, craftsmanship, and education.
- Learn to build advanced sink molds from start to finish.
Working in a small group environment, you'll build a master mold using fast-setting plaster under the guidance of CHENG Instructors. All instructors possess extensive hands-on experience in the design and fabrication of advanced sink molds.
- Learn how to produce high-quality rubber molds ideal for repeat production.
Working with pourable and brush-on rubber mold material, learn how to produce high-quality, reusable molds for casting your custom knock-outs and plugs. Make your own drainboards, edge treatments, soap dishes and surface patterns.
- Learn how to turn large-scale molds on a turntable using light-weight sculpting plaster.
With an oversized turntable, fast-setting plaster and pearlite, learn to create molds for large planters, fire pits and vessels.
- Learn the basics of fiberglass mold-making.
Working with fiberglass materials, resins and components, learn to make durable, quality molds, plugs and knock-outs.
This business-focused training is geared toward the professional who wants to grow or alter his or her concrete, remodeling or countertop business. This educational experience should be viewed as an investment opportunity designed to expand business capabilities.
Spend the time with other professionals, like yourself, experienced in countertops and/or construction and who also approach the training with a serious enthusiasm about expanding their craftsmanship and business skill sets.
- INVESTMENT : 1-DAY PRO MOLD-MAKING WORKSHOP
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$950 investment includes
- 1 full day of training at CHENG Concrete Training Academy in Berkeley, CA
- 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Session limited to 15 participants to ensure hands-on learning + class participation
- Complete training manual/s
- Materials used during training such as forms, molds, mixes, + other supplies
- CHENG Certificate of Completion
- Post-training technical support
- Audio, video and still photography permitted FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY
- 15% Savings on Concrete Project Materials and Supplies—walk away ready to start your project
- Free Shipping on CHENG Products for 1 week after training (within contiguous U.S.)
- Breakfast + Refreshments: light continental breakfast, coffee, tea, soda, juices
- Catered lunch
- SEE CURRENT SCHEDULE
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Training
Date
Location
Status
FEBRUARY 2012
3-Day Professional Decorative Fiber Reinforced Concrete (D-FRC) Training
February 8-10
Wednesday-FridayBerkeley, CA
Sold Out!
February 11
SaturdayLincoln, RI
Seats Available
MARCH 2012
March 16
FridayBerkeley, CA
4 Seats Available
March 19-23
Monday - FridayBerkeley, CA
3 Seats Available
- REGISTER TODAY
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Call: 510.849.3272 x 217
Email: Training Sales ManagerContact our Training Sales Manager to register or for more details. Group, or business, and student discounts are available. Once your registration is complete, we'll email you a pre-workshop package, including workshop travel and hotel recommendations.
