Design Challenges in a Threatened Society: Tilt-Up Provide Answers and Reasurrance
Building a facility to meet the government-mandated progressive collapse requirements was a challenge that only added to the complexity of constructing The Littoral Warfare Research Complex in Panama City, Florida. The new technical warfare research complex is part of the Naval Surface Warfare Support Facility and is run by the U.S. Navy. This type of facility […]
Meet Mitch Bloomquist
In the last issue of Tilt-Up Today we introduced Mitch Bloomquist, our new TCA Project Manager. Following is an interview with Mitch that will help you get to know him. 1) What has surprised you the most about the Tilt-Up industry? In the short time that I have been here I have been overseeing our Annual […]
The Architecture of Tilt-Up
The theme of this issue of Tilt-Up Today is architecture. This is entirely appropriate since we have introduced a totally revamped edition of The Architecture of Tilt-Up with a new layout, new photos, and an entirely new look. Just off the printing press, this publication provides an excellent tool for members to “sell” architects and […]
2011 Tilt-Up Achievement Winners
By: Wendy Ward, Constructive Communication, Inc. TCA has announced the recipients of the 2011 Tilt-Up Achievement Awards. Now in its 20th consecutive year, the Achievement Awards program was established by TCA to honor projects that use site-cast Tilt-Up concrete to introduce new building types, advance industry technology and provide unique solutions to building programs. Projects […]
Lindsay Lampasona
One of the most talked about subjects in today’s industry is the status of our economy. Many in the Tilt-Up industry have been working diligently to make the most of this downturn by finding new and innovative ways to offer additional services in more places. One such contractor is Lindsay Lampasona, LLC of Norfolk, Mass. […]
Have Faith in Tilt-Up
Religion as a coping mechanism and means of explaining the uncertain dates back to the beginning of mankind, people gathered together to learn and share their faith and their fears. Meeting places were soon designated to provide a location to comfort each other in times of sorrow, celebrate together in times of joy and serve […]
Tilt-Up Offers Sustainable Option
Embarking on a new construction project requires many decisions by project team members and owners — everything from budget and schedule concerns to long-term maintenance and utility costs. Today’s savvy owners have access to more information than ever before when undertaking a project and yet they are faced with more confusion and challenges because of […]
Weathering the Economy: How Tilt-Up Contractors are Handling the Downturn
It is no secret that the economic downturn has had a profound impact on the construction community. Markets are down, competition for projects is greater, and contractors are being pressured to reduce costs. One of the keys to success for contractors surviving these trying times is industry support. The site case Tilt-Up concrete industry has […]
Expanding Tilt-Up to the Middle East
For nearly a decade, members of the design and construction community have been exploring opportunities to expand their business into the Middle East. While many have pursued work in locations such as Dubai, one innovative Tilt-Up contractor, SiteCast Construction Corp. of Ottawa, Canada, chose to look at another location – Amman, Jordan. Home to more than […]
Bracing Up: Protecting Your Construction Investment
After Hurricane Katrina hit in 2005, the sleepy area of Covington, Louisiana, began to experience an industry boom as a result of many companies seeking a safer, more elevated area. Chevron, Corp. needed a new headquarters for their Gulf of Mexico Operations as a result of the hurricane. Covington’s safe elevation and remote setting fit […]
Finding Faith in Tilt-Up
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 well as locating a site that is both affordable and convenient for existing members. These challenges are even more daunting […]
ACI Introduces New Tilt-Up Panel Design Guide
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 also due to the fact that committees meet but twice a year and the industry experts staffing those committees are […]