• Elevating Construction Standards with Aluminum Prefab Products

    Wednesday, October 2, 2024

    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 […]

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  • Tilt-Up Design Pitfalls

    Wednesday, October 2, 2024

    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 […]

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  • Innovating the Future of Tilt-Up Construction at Future Think4.0

    Wednesday, October 2, 2024

    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 […]

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  • Tilt Lab Connects Pablo Moyano and LAST Architects for

    Wednesday, October 2, 2024

    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 […]

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  • My Summer Love with Concrete

    Wednesday, October 2, 2024

    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 […]

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Industry Press

Feb
22

Thinking Outside the Brace

Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA By Jason R. Blankenship, PE, SE  What do you do when you need to brace over 100 tons of concrete panels 70 feet in the air, and the longest standard brace available will only reach up about 45 feet?  You design, fabricate, and deliver your own custom bracing […]

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Feb
22

Tilt-Up Concrete Association Announces New Volunteer Opportunity in Partnership with Beat the Streets National

Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA The Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA) proudly announces a new volunteer initiative in strategic partnership with Beat the Streets National (BTSN). This collaboration is a testament to TCA’s dedication to community service and workforce development, creating a unique opportunity for TCA members to positively impact their communities through the […]

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Feb
22

Recap: Tilt-Up Nexus

Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA In December, Toronto proudly hosted Tilt-Up Nexus: Advancing Canadian Construction, a significant event for the Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA) in Canada and the first major TCA assembly in the country since 2017. Guided by the Canadian Advisory Board, Tilt-Up Nexus created a platform for initiating collaborations, forming partnerships, […]

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Feb
22

Contribute to the Development of an Owners Maintenance Manual for Tilt-Up Buildings

Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA Tilt-up buildings are renowned for their remarkable durability and resilience, making them a preferred choice in the construction industry. However, like all structures, even these robust buildings require regular maintenance to safeguard their value and sustained performance. The Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA) is thrilled to announce the formation […]

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Feb
22

Meet TCA’s Canadian Advisory Board

Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA In a strategic move aimed at strengthening its presence in the Canadian tilt-up construction sector, the Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA) introduces the distinguished advisors comprising the newly formed Canadian Advisory Board. This development underscores TCA’s commitment to enhancing grassroots engagement and fostering excellence in pivotal markets, all while […]

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Feb
22

Mays and Maguire to Write TCA Design Guide for Tilt-Up Partially Composite Insulated Wall Panels

Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA In a significant stride toward advancing best practices in the world of tilt-up concrete construction, the Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA) is proud to announce the forthcoming publication of the “TCA Design Guide for Tilt-Up Partially Composite Insulated Wall Panels.” This essential resource for practicing engineers, architects, and construction […]

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Member News

Jun
13

Alston Construction: Building a Brighter Future with Beat the Streets National

Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA Beat the Streets National, an alliance of youth-development nonprofits with the mission of empowering and transforming the lives of under-resourced youth through the sport of wrestling, mentorship, and community, is proud to announce a partnership with Alston Construction. As part of this partnership, Alston Construction has made a […]

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Jun
13

Tilt-Up Industry Leaders of Tomorrow Elects three new Directors

Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA By Michael Frew, president, Tilt-Up Industry Leaders of Tomorrow As TCA’s Tilt-Up Industry Leaders of Tomorrow (TILT) begins its fifth year, we are excited to welcome three new directors from a large pool of outstanding applicants! Kyle Eason, Darian St. Michael, and Stephen Flora were all nominated and […]

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Jun
13

Leviat Announces Promotion of Scott Collins to role of Chief Engineer for North America

Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA Leviat is proud to announce that Scott Collins was promoted to the position of chief engineer for North America. In this new capacity, Collins will be responsible for industry advocacy, partner relations, and continued development of codes and standards. Collins has served in a variety of engineering management […]

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Mar
27

Victory Concrete – Erection Complete in Florida

Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA Victory Concrete recently erected the Lockhart Storage Project in Loxahatchee, Florida. The architectural features of these panels include two-inch, four-inch, and six-inch recesses along with a shiplap form liner and 31,000 linear feet of rustication.

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Dec
19

Tilt-Up Certification Assures Quality, Expertise & Performance

Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA SUMMARY In 2021, in a collaborative effort between Dayton Superior and the TCA, almost 150 new certifications were awarded in the Tilt-Up industry. Among these recipients were Utah-based Dreamworks Contractors. Since opening their doors in 2018, Dreamworks Contractors has served the construction industry as a source for design […]

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Jun
14

Ware Malcomb Celebrates 50th Anniversary

Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA Firm commemorates 50th anniversary with a $50,000 donation to 50 local charities On April 1, 2022,  award-winning, international design firm Ware Malcomb announced its celebration of the 50th anniversary of its founding on April 1, 1972. The anniversary was celebrated by team members in Ware Malcomb’s 25 offices across […]

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