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Robert F. Murray Named President of Tilt-Up Concrete Association

February 25, 2025

The Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA) proudly announces the election of Robert (Bob) F. Murray as president of the TCA’s Board of Directors. Murray’s appointment follows the recent board meeting and continues the organization’s tradition of Read more…

The Tilt-Up Leaders of Tomorrow: Driving Connection and Innovation in Our Industry

February 25, 2025

By Katt Price, president, Tilt-Up Industry Leaders of Tomorrow The Tilt-Up Industry Leaders of Tomorrow (TILT) is proud to represent the emerging voices in the tilt-up concrete industry. As a group, we focus on building Read more…

TCA Announces Collaboration with Acclaimed Songwriter Thom Shepherd

February 25, 2025

The Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA) is thrilled to announce an exciting collaboration with veteran Nashville songwriter Thom Shepherd for the 2025 Tilt-Up Convention and Expo, which will take place October 1–3, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee. Read more…

Highlights from the Second Annual Tilt-Up Nexus

February 25, 2025

The Second Annual Tilt-Up Nexus: Advancing Canadian Construction took place on December 3, 2024, in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). This pivotal gathering brought together industry professionals, showcasing the versatility and innovation of tilt-up construction Read more…

James Baty, FACI, FTCA: A Legacy of Leadership and Innovation in the Tilt-Up Industry

February 25, 2025

By Mitch Bloomquist After decades of service to the Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA) and the broader concrete industry, James Baty, FACI, FTCA, officially retired from the TCA on January 1, 2025. His career has been Read more…

Mentorship in Motion: The Fourth Session of the TILT Mentor Program

February 25, 2025

By Michael Frew, AIA, NCARB Now in its fourth session, the TILT Mentor Program continues to build strong bridges across generations within the tilt-up construction industry. This year, 24 mentor-mentee pairs came together, representing diverse Read more…

Tilt Lab Sponsors Washington University Design Studio Exploring the Architectural Potential of Tilt-Up Concrete

February 25, 2025

Tilt Lab, the philanthropic partner of the Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA), is deepening its commitment to innovation in tilt-up concrete construction through its sponsorship of the Tilt-Up Concrete Option Studio SP25 at Washington University in Read more…

2024 Industry Influencers

February 25, 2025

The Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA) is proud to present the annual listing of Top Industry Influencers, recognizing professionals who have shown exceptional dedication to advancing the tilt-up construction industry. These individuals have made meaningful contributions Read more…

Tilt-Up Concrete Association Expands Regional Engagement with the Launch of the Mexican Advisory Board

February 25, 2025

The Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA) is proud to announce the formation of the Mexican Advisory Board, a key initiative designed to support the growth and development of tilt-up construction in Mexico. This marks a significant Read more…

Convention Chronicles: Celebrating 25 Years of Tilt-Up Excellence

December 23, 2024

The 25th annual Tilt-Up Convention and Expo in Glendale, Arizona, marked a milestone celebration for the tilt-up industry. As the Tilt-Up Concrete Association’s premier event, it drew a diverse mix of contractors, architects, engineers, developers, Read more…

Convention Chronicles: Exhibits, a Record-Breaking Showcase of Innovation and Customization

December 23, 2024

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 Read more…

Bringing 2024 to a close and Leaning Into 2025

December 23, 2024

Dear TCA Members and Friends, On behalf of the Tilt-up Concrete Association’s officers and board of directors, I am happy to report that the Tilt-Up Convention and Expo 2024 in Phoenix was a resounding success. Read more…

Only in Reflection

From the Director

December 10, 2025

Mitch BloomquistExecutive DirectorTilt-Up Concrete Association There’s a familiar line from Robert Frost’s “The Road Not Taken” that often finds its way into moments of reflection: “I took the one less traveled by, and that has Read more...

Carrying the Momentum Forward

From the President

December 10, 2025

Robert F. MurrayPresidentTilt-Up Concrete Association A month has passed since we gathered in Nashville, yet the conversations and connections from that week remain fresh in my mind. The Tilt-Up Convention and Expo has always been Read more...

Architecture & Design

BUILDING SMARTER INSIDE THE BOX

December 10, 2025

Tilt-Up Innovation for Interior Demising Walls By David Venegas, President, VEMAC, Inc. 2023 TCA Contractor of the Year When vacancy pressures started creeping into the industrial tilt-up market, subdividing large bays felt like the obvious Read more...

Featured

TUExpo Nashville 2025: 10 Booths That Stole the Show

December 10, 2025

By Jill Heald Business Development Director, Tilt-Up Concrete Association Each year, the show floor at the Tilt-Up Convention and Expo comes alive with innovation, creativity, and connection—and Nashville set a new standard. From bold visual Read more...

Featured

MOCK-UP MEDLEY

December 10, 2025

By Mitch Bloomquist, Executive Director, Tilt-Up Concrete Association ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Teams from across North America came together in Nashville to showcase architectural mock-up panels that pushed the boundaries of tilt-up construction. Displayed on-site during the 2025 Read more...

Research & Innovation

Peer-Reviewed Journal Publishes Tilt Lab Research on Double-Curvature Tilt-Up Construction

December 2, 2025

The Plan Journal, an international peer-reviewed architecture journal, has published a research article documenting Opus Luteum, the Tilt Lab initiative developed for the 2024 Tilt-Up Convention & Expo in Phoenix. The article, written by Pablo Read more...

Architecture & Design

Interpreting Modularity and Precision in a Corporate Tilt-Up Headquarters

November 24, 2025

This 21,600-square-foot tilt-up headquarters applies a strict modular system to develop a cubic form with recessed planes, layered materials, and patterned shadows. The project demonstrates how site-cast construction can deliver precision, façade complexity, and schedule Read more...

Workforce & Training

Scaling Knowledge: TCA Introduces Team Access for Tilt-Up Academy

November 21, 2025

The Tilt-Up Concrete Association has expanded its award-winning digital learning platform with the introduction of Team Access for Tilt-Up Academy. This new organizational-level offering enables companies to enroll multiple employees, centralize continuing education records, and Read more...

Architecture & Design

Shaping Realism and Resilience in Public Safety Training

November 20, 2025

Recognized with a 2025 Excellence in Achievement Award, the Orange County Fire Training Facility demonstrates how tilt-up construction can support immersive, scenario-driven environments for firefighter training, combining durable architectural concrete with complex structural elements tailored Read more...

Leadership & Mentorship

Suntec Concrete Expands Its Commitment as a TCA Sustaining Member

November 20, 2025

As the TCA’s newest Sustaining Member, Suntec Concrete deepens its support for the programs, initiatives, and educational efforts that advance tilt-up practice. This expanded investment underscores the company’s commitment to leadership and the long-term health Read more...