The Concrete Producer: All Courseshttp://www.theconcreteproducer.com/all-courses.aspx?view=rss&id=Query_tcm771748368<url /><link /></image><description> News, products, and technical information for concrete producers </description><language>en-us</language><copyright>&copy;2013 Hanleywood</copyright><pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 04:49:58 EST </pubDate><webMaster /><item><title>Advances in Concrete Consolidationhttp://www.theconcreteproducer.com?rssLink=Advances+in+Concrete+ConsolidationThis program will explain the importance of vibration speed in producing quality concrete, and will introduce new controlled-speed vibration equipment that can help reduce the incidence of surface defects. This course is not registered for continuing education credits.Mon, 23 Apr 2012 04:49:58 EST Cementitious Materials in Concrete: Performance and Sustainability in Constructionhttp://www.theconcreteproducer.com?rssLink=Cementitious+Materials+in+Concrete%3a+Performance+and+Sustainability+in+Construction: This course is registered for 1 AIA HSW/SD hour and describes where concrete has been used in a variety of projects that support sustainable construction. It outlines the manufacturing process and source of cement and other cementitious materials used in the production of concrete. It also outlines some of the physical properties of these materials, how they may be used in concrete to enhance durability, and how advances in mixture design and manufacturing technology enhance concrete’s contribution to sustainable construction.Tue, 3 Jan 2012 04:01:30 EST