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Strength & Innovation: Elevating Tilt-Up Construction Through Mix-Independent Concrete Technology

October 11, 2024 from 9:30am to 10:30am Mountain Standard Time

Solana Ballroom FG [Stage B]

Evan Dudley

Tilt-up construction sites move fast and balancing objectives for strength, durability, and quality control, all while accelerating project timelines can be tricky to engineer. This seminar explores the synergy between advanced concrete technologies and tilt-up construction methods. It delves into how recent advancements in concrete temperature and strength monitoring, mix independence, self-calibrating sensors, and Concrete Electro-Mechanical Microstructural Analysis (CEMMA) technology are reshaping the tilt-up construction landscape, promoting more efficient, sustainable, and resilient building practices. Featuring real-world applications, the session aims to demonstrate the tangible benefits of adopting innovative concrete solutions in tilt-up construction. Participants will leave with a thorough understanding of how these technological strides contribute to the industry's legacy of innovation, empowering them to achieve superior project outcomes and push the boundaries of tilt-up construction capabilities. This technical seminar will empower professionals to leverage these tools and techniques to achieve superior results, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in tilt-up construction.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Enhance understanding of advanced concrete technologies as a tool for measuring concrete strength development._
• Demonstrate how these innovations can improve construction project quality and efficiency.
• Illustrate the role of Concrete Electro-Mechanical Microstructural Analysis (CEMMA) technology in modern construction practices.
• Discuss the alignment of this technology with design objectives regarding concrete compressive strength, flexural strength, and durability.