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Mastering Architectural Concrete in Tilt-Up Construction
NEW 83 minutes
This session explores the world of architectural concrete, which refers to concrete that is intentionally exposed and finished in a way that enhances...
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Latent Innovation and the Role of Collaborative Inquiry
NEW 75 minutes
Not all innovation in tilt-up construction emerges through disruption; many advancements surface quietly—prompted by collaborative inquiry, re-evaluation...
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Embodied Carbon 101 & Low-Carbon Concrete in Tilt-Wall Construction
53 minutes | 1 PDH/LU
This presentation will start with an introductory segment on Embodied Carbon 101, providing a foundational understanding of the environmental impact of...
Sponsored content from Lamar Johnson Collaborative
Tips and Methods to Building Tilt-Up Sandwich Panels
54 minutes | 1 PDH/LU
With the increased demand for energy-efficient buildings comes the need for insulated tilt-up sandwich panels. This seminar aims to increase familiarity...
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Cranes and Ground-Bearing Pressures
49 minutes | 1 PDH/LU
The average weight of the tilt-up panel has increased greatly over recent years. It is critically important to understand crane ground bearing pressure...
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The Facts About Welded Wire Reinforcement
53 minutes | 1 PDH/LU
This presentation explores the value of using welded wire reinforcement in tilt-up construction. Participants will learn the differences and similarities...
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47 minutes | 1 PDH/LU
Project Dylan is a new prototype fulfillment center. The warehouse building has an approx. footprint of 700,000 SF slab on grade and another 1.95 million...
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Embedded Thin Brick Veneer Design for Tilt-Up Panels
36 minutes | 1 PDH/LU
This seminar presents a general introduction of thin brick veneer and the tilt-up process, including a brief history with successful installation examples....
Sponsored content from Endicott
Newest Courses
The Impact of Robotics on Workflow and Stakeholder Collaboration
NEW 73 minutes
Robotics are driving rapid transformation within the tilt-up contracting industry, enhancing both the speed and quality of project delivery. This session...
From Pursuit to Punch List: A Collaborative Approach to Tilt-Up Delivery
NEW 83 minutes
This session examines the project delivery approach of one of the nation's leading tilt-up contractors through the lens of the Midway USA headquarters...
Managing Liability and Preventing Disputes in Tilt-Up
NEW 89 minutes
Legal issues can arise at any stage of a tilt-up project, often leading to costly and time-consuming litigation. This session will delve into how liability...
Optimizing Concrete from Slab to Panel
NEW 52 minutes
Taking a full systems approach to concrete—from slab preparation to panel repairs—can significantly enhance the quality, durability, and sustainability...
Economic Trends Impacting Tilt-Up in 2026 and Beyond
NEW
As the construction landscape prepares for a shift, this session offers a data-driven look at what lies ahead. ITR Economics will present its outlook through...
Elevating Rock Nashville with Stacked Panels
NEW 64 minutes
This session delves into the innovative use of stacked tilt-wall panels to create Rock Nashville, a state-of-the-art facility designed for the live...
Mixing Expectations in a Type 1L Cement Landscape
NEW 61 minutes
As the concrete industry shifts to meet sustainability goals and lower embodied carbon, the widespread adoption of Type 1L cement has introduced new levels...
Beneath the Surface - The Art of Exposed Aggregate
37 minutes | 0.5 PDH/LU
This film takes an inside look at the craft of exposed aggregate tilt-up panels, following the process from the job site to completed buildings. Led...
ACI Slender Wall Design Provisions – Behind the Scenes
58 Minutes
The design provisions in ACI 318 Section 11.8 are used for a large majority of tilt-up wall designs. However, they are presented as an “alternate”...
Chemical Sequencing and Best Practices for Tilt-up Construction
45 minutes | 1 PDH/LU
Are you an contractor, architect, or engineer involved in tilt-up construction? This session will discuss the function, application, and proper sequence...
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TCA Originals
1 minute
In episode 1, viewers are introduced to Young Professional and Adult. Young Professional expresses her desire to make an impact.
Episode 2: You Know, Get Involved
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In episode 2, Adult weighs the pros and cons of sending YP to a networking event in Vegas.
Episode 3: I Thought You Had Like 600 Friends?
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Episode 3 joins YP and Adult at a work social. Adult has lots of friends while YP struggles to recognize any of her contacts.
Episode 4: I Have a Life You Know?
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YP volunteers to chair a new committee in episode 4, but Adult questions her commitment.
Episode 5: They Seem to Have it All
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After a blow up in episode 4, YP and Adult work together to come to an understanding.
Episode 6: It’s Just the Right Thing to Do.
1 minute
Adult strikes up an unlikely friendship in Episode 6 with a young kid who shares his values related to association membership.
Episode 7: That’s Not How We Do It
1 minute
In episode 7, YP suggests trying some new technology she picked up from the Tilt-Up Convention. Adult is resistant.
Episode 8: I Want to be a Contractor
1 minute
The kid is back in episode 8 and while Adult is not happy about it, they continue to bond over shared views.
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In episode 9, Adult struggles with a unique detail. YP encourages him to utilize the association's technical forum.
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Season 1 ends with a scare as Adult fears YP is moving along to greener pastures.
Additional Reading
Tilt-Up Detailing and the Role of 3D Printing
December 23, 2020
Mastering the Mockup
September 4, 2020
Tilt-Up En Vogue In The Hayden Tract
May 12, 2020
Rain Screens: Tilt-Up Façade Options for Achieving Barrier Conditions
February 21, 2020
Tilt Wall Ontario Takes Lead on Massive Muskoka Bay Resort Expansion
November 12, 2019
Award-Winning, Record-Breaking
September 5, 2019
Fort Worth Camera – Aperture Wall
April 12, 2019
RECERTIFICATION WITH CONTINUING EDUCATION
Recertification for both ACI/TCA Certified Tilt-Up Supervisors and Technicians is necessary every five years and requires successful completion of either:
- The then-current written examination, OR
- Submission and verification of records reflecting a minimum of 10 hours of approved continuing education during the previous five-year period. Courses shall be from listings pre-approved by the ACI C650 Committee and the Tilt-Up Concrete Association from offerings at conventions, exhibitions, or similar venues.
TCA, with the approval of the Committee, will develop and maintain a catalog of approved on-line courses meeting the requirements of this section (Tilt-Up Academy). It is the responsibility of the applicant to maintain record of coursework successfully completed for any approved on-line course.
NOTE: Individuals who have allowed their certification to lapse by two years or more can only re-certify by successfully completing the current written exam.
More on the ACI/TCA Tilt-Up Supervisor and Technician Certification Program can be found on our certification page.
Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA)
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402 1st Avenue SE
Mount Vernon, IA 52314
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About the Tilt-Up Concrete Association
Founded in 1986, the Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA) strives to improve the quality and acceptance of site-cast Tilt-Up construction - one of the fastest growing industries in the United States, combining the advantages of reasonable cost with low maintenance, durability, speed of construction and minimal capital investment. Over 10,000 buildings, enclosing more than 650 million square feet, are constructed each year using this construction method.
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