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Finding Faith in Tilt-Up

June 1, 2010

Embarking on a new construction project for any worship facility is a tremendous undertaking. Often, the process involves developing a consensus from a broad cross-section of the congregation, raising funds through a building campaign, as Read more…

TCA Participates in Sixth International Workshop on Structural Concrete in the Americas

June 1, 2010

During the Spring 2010 ACI Convention in Chicago, Illinois this past March, the TCA submitted for and was selected to participate in this important workshop with international significance. Sponsored by ACI 318, this workshop brings Read more…

Innovative Training Facility Aims for LEED Gold Certification

June 1, 2010

After great anticipation by the construction industry in NOVA, the new Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Virginia Headquarters and Training Facility is under construction. This building represents the construction industry’s dedication to promote sustainable design. Read more…

ACI Introduces New Tilt-Up Panel Design Guide

June 1, 2010

Those familiar with the document development at ACI know that it is not a speedy process. In part, that is intentional. It allows ample time for review, dissenting opinions, and for resolution of differences. It is Read more…

Durable Solution for Equestrian Barns

June 1, 2010

It’s no secret that the construction industry has experienced a downturn in the past year. One of the keys to surviving the changing economic environment is the ability to seek out new markets. Such an Read more…

Using BIM

June 1, 2010

Accountability is a frequently touted term in the design and construction industry. Owners and developers want to eliminate finger-pointing between members of the design and construction team and have confidence that everyone can work together Read more…

Surviving the Economy

October 1, 2009

By: Wendy Ward It is no secret that 2009 presented many challenges for members of the design and construction community. One of the best ways to develop ideas for how to weather an economic downturn is by speaking Read more…

Tilt-Up Solution for Lock and Dam Project

June 1, 2009

By: Wendy Ward When the 100-year old Braddock Locks and Dam on the Monongahela River south of Pittsburgh, Pa. needed replaced, Tilt-Up construction played an important role in the equation. An in-the-wet method was chosen Read more…

Record Breaking Tilt-Up

June 1, 2009

By: Wendy Ward It’s no secret to those in the Tilt-Up industry that today’s projects are more complex and challenging than ever before. Not only are panels getting taller and wider, but they are also Read more…

Single Story Tilt-Up Panel Design Considerations: Panel Anchorage When Overturning Net Uplift is Zero

June 1, 2009

By: D. Eric Smith, P.E. Modern Tilt-Up construction was first developed in Southern California in the 1950s. Technological developments made during World War II made it possible—notably ready-mix concrete delivery systems and the development of Read more…

Tilt-Up Solution for Florida Electronics Company

March 1, 2009

By: Richard McPherson, P.E. A new office building for Florida electronics company, Jabil, was constructed using precast concrete panels via Tilt-Up methods. Due to panel width, off-site precast wall panels were not an option, so Read more…

Beyond LEED — You Can Still Be Green

March 1, 2009

By: Kimberly Kayler As green and sustainability continue to be an ideal fit for the Tilt-Up industry, additional certification programs are being utilized by contractors to achieve the best outcomes when building green. For example, Read more…

Tilt-Up Leads Canada’s Low-Carbon Industrial Revolution

Market Insights: Canada

November 12, 2025

Halifax’s Julius Boulevard Net Zero Industrial Development demonstrates how tilt-up construction can lead Canada’s transition to low-carbon, resilient industrial design. Recipient of TCA’s 2025 Excellence in Sustainability + Resiliency Award, the project achieved Zero Carbon Read more...

What a Week

Community & Culture

November 12, 2025

The 2025 Tilt-Up Convention and Expo struck all the right chords in Nashville. From packed education sessions and the high-energy Mock-Up Medley to unforgettable live music and late-night celebrations, the spirit of innovation and community Read more...

Architecture & Design

Integrating Craftsmanship and Scale in Educational Design

November 7, 2025

Deseret Peak High School in Tooele County, Utah, demonstrates the advanced use of tilt-up concrete in educational design. Featuring 80-foot-tall panels, custom form-liners, and exposed interior finishes, the project combines engineering precision with architectural refinement Read more...

Architecture & Design

Precision and Performance in Tilt-Up Design

November 6, 2025

The 23XI Racing AirSpeed facility redefines tilt-up construction through precision detailing, accelerated sequencing, and complex panel integration. Completed in just over ten months, the project illustrates how tilt-up can merge architectural expression with technical performance Read more...

Member News

T&T Construction Management Group Opens Tampa Office

September 22, 2025

T&T Construction Management Group Inc., a woman-owned premier concrete specialty contractor, is pleased to announce the expansion of its business with a new office and work yard in Tampa, FL. Read more…

From the President

The Power of Connection

September 22, 2025

President Robert F. Murray reflects on the power of connection on the eve of the TCA’s 2026 Convention & Expo in Nashville. Read more…

Leadership & Mentorship

Oline Construction Expands into the Northeast with Key Team Additions

September 22, 2025

Oline Construction is proud to announce our expansion into the Northeast region as we continue to grow nationally. This strategic move is supported by the addition of four exceptional team members who bring leadership, technical Read more...

Leadership & Mentorship

Now Accepting Applicants and Nominations for the John Hart Honorary Scholarship

September 22, 2025

As summer winds down and the school year begins, now is an ideal time to consider students in your life—or in your network—who may benefit from the John Hart Honorary Scholarship, which was established to Read more...

Standards, Codes & Regulations

Advocacy Brief: NACA Surface Transportation Letter (July 2025)

September 22, 2025

The North American Concrete Alliance submitted a letter to the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee emphasizing the role of cement and concrete in national surface transportation infrastructure. While the focus remains largely on roads, Read more...

Standards, Codes & Regulations

TCA Submits Support for Stronger Carbon Accounting Standards

September 22, 2025

The Tilt-Up Concrete Association has submitted formal support for language in Section 6.6.1 of the ASHRAE 240P draft standard. Read more…

Member & Company Profiles

Association Representing U.S. Cement Manufacturing Industry Takes a New Name

September 22, 2025

“Portland Cement Association” is changing to “American Cement Association” Portland Cement Association, the national association representing U.S. cement manufacturers since 1916, announced it is changing its name to the American Cement Association (ACA). President and CEO Read more...

Architecture & Design

Building Sweet Success: Brothers Desserts Partners with Newcomb Construction

September 22, 2025

By Ava Kahn When two Brooklyn-born Italian brothers packed up their dreams (and their cannoli recipes) and headed to sunny California, they were on their way to creating an ice cream empire. Gary and Errol Read more...