Convention Chronicles: Exhibits, a Record-Breaking Showcase of Innovation and Customization
Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA The exhibit hall at the 2024 Tilt-Up Convention and Expo reached new heights, hosting a record 99 exhibiting companies. This vibrant space brought together industry leaders and newcomers to display the latest products, technologies, and solutions shaping the tilt-up construction industry. Attendees explored advancements in everything from formwork […]
The Evolution of Tilt-Up Bracing
Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA By Scott Collins, PE – Chief Engineer, North America, Leviat This is the first in a planned series outlining the history, advances, and innovations witnessed by the tilt-up construction industry from its inception in the early 1900s through its remarkable growth over the past century. Much of the […]
Elevating Construction Standards with Aluminum Prefab Products
Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA In tilt-up construction projects, efficiency and cost-effectiveness dictate the pace and scope, and material choice tops the list of considerations with the most impact. Aluminum, known for being affordable, lightweight, and sustainable, has emerged as a preferred alternative to steel. When it comes to manufacturing high-quality, durable prefab […]
Tilt-Up Design Pitfalls
Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA by Trent Nagele, John Lawson, and Jeff Griffin Tilt-up concrete construction has grown to be one of the most widely used methods (by square footage) of constructing low-rise buildings in the United States. The most common form is a single-story building with tall, slender concrete walls. Design of […]
Innovating the Future of Tilt-Up Construction at Future Think4.0
Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA Tilt-Up Future Think 4.0 returned to Chicago on June 24, 2024, and was hosted by the Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA) and Tilt Lab at the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago. This year’s event focused on the rapidly approaching future of tilt-up construction, highlighting emerging technologies, materials, regulations, and […]
Tilt Lab Connects Pablo Moyano and LAST Architects for
Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA By Mitch Bloomquist Tilt Lab, the philanthropic partner of the Tilt-Up Concrete Association, has connected Washington University’s Pablo Moyano, assistant professor of architecture, and the design team of Eric Sterner and Brad Lang of LAST Architects to explore an architectural potential for tilt-up concrete construction while celebrating the […]
My Summer Love with Concrete
Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA By Chloe Lyle This summer, I had the opportunity to intern for Martin Concrete Construction, the Tilt-Up Association’s (TCA) Contractor of the Year in 2020. This experience has forever changed my view on a career in marketing. I was given the opportunity to see how marketing plays a […]
TCA Sustainability Committee Statement
Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA The Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA) is embarking on an initiative to advance environmentally responsible practices within the site-cast tilt-up construction industry. At the heart of this initiative is the formation of a dedicated task group, the TCA Sustainability Committee. The Sustainability Committee will consist of TCA member leaders […]
Rebuilding Legacy in Elmwood Park
Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA By Robert Murray The Market Street project in Elmwood Park, New Jersey, exemplifies the power of community resilience, innovative design, and effective collaboration. Led by Crow Holdings, with Alston Construction, M+H Architects, and Alper Audi Structural Engineers, this ambitious initiative transformed the site of the former Marcal Paper […]
Legacy of Innovation
Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA Dear TCA Members and Friends, On behalf of the Tilt-Up Concrete Association’s Officers and Board of Directors, I am thrilled to invite you to join us for our upcoming Tilt-Up Convention and Expo in Phoenix on October 9–11, 2024, in the sun-drenched landscapes of Arizona. The TCA Convention […]
Celebrating Community in the Valley of the Sun
Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA In 2024, as we gather for the 25th Tilt-Up Convention and Expo in the sun-drenched landscapes of Arizona, “Legacy of Innovation: Celebrating Community in the Valley of the Sun” serves as our guiding inspiration. This concept reflects a journey spanning decades, marked by groundbreaking achievements in the tilt-up […]
Rick Galloway Elected President of Tilt-Up Concrete Association
Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA The Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA), dedicated to fostering growth and excellence in tilt-up design, construction, and innovation, proudly announces Rick Galloway was elected as president of the board of directors. Galloway’s appointment follows the board meeting held in Las Vegas, signifying a pivotal moment in his distinguished career […]
