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AEC434 - Sustainable High Pressure Decorative Laminate...THIS COURSE IS NO LONGER OFFERED
THIS COURSE IS NO LONGER OFFERED.
Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:
- Identify the components of HPDL and the performance attributes which make it an environmentally friendly, decorative, surfacing solution.
- Describe the manufacturing and distribution processes of HPDL, and discuss the waste and energy management programs that contribute to reducing a carbon footprint.
- List the basic and specialty types of HPDL and their performance and physical characteristics, and detail application and installation techniques.
- Assess third party certifications and testing which identify HPDL as a product which contains recycled content and certified wood fiber, and improves indoor air quality.
- Analyze the sustainability benefits, attributes, and performance design criteria of HPDL relative to qualifying for credits under green building programs.
Approximately 1 hour. Delivered online, at your own pace.
Presented by Tammy J. Weadock on behalf of Wilsonart. View the Privacy Policy .
Presenter Information

Name: Tammy J. Weadock
Title: Manager, Public Relations, Online and Sustainability Communications, Wilsonart LLC
Background: Tammy has spent her entire career with Wilsonart International beginning with positions in information services and legal departments. She joined Wilsonart Flooring as Marketing Coordinator and was later promoted to Marketing Communications Manager. Over the past several years, she has worked in tandem with the Director of Sustainability to articulate Wilsonart’s leadership in this arena, including the company’s Scientific Systems (SCS) Certifications for recycled content and FSC accolades.
Now serving as Communications Manager specializing in Online, Public Relations and Sustainability, Tammy oversees online marketing programs and manages internal partners and external agencies to achieve marketing goals. Continuing her focus on sustainability, she provides the vital link between the company’s internal programs and its customers, working in conjunction with the Director of Sustainability and Wilsonart’s Green Team. Tammy also manages the Division’s public relations outreach and acts as press liaison. Tammy is a member of the Austin, Texas IIDA chapter.