The Concrete Producer: Concrete Technology

When Bad Testing Happens to Good People

Thu, 16 May 2013 11:47:29 EST

Apparently the topic of cylinder testing gone wrong struck a chord with TCP readers, who wrote back to share stories similar to the one in last month’s blog. Following are just two humorous examples.

BinMaster + SmartBob AO level sensor

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 02:51:39 EST

The SmartBob AO level sensor features an integrated 4-20 mA analog output to a PLC for monitoring bin level measurement data.

Trimble + TrimFleet

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 05:03:30 EST

This company’s TrimFleet solution allows TrimFleet users the ability to communicate with the right individuals or teams of workers in real time with a PTT device.

NexTraq + NexTraq Connect mobile app

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 04:54:53 EST

NexTraq Connect is a new fully integrated mobile app that allows users to record clock in/out and break times, communicate job status, view job locations and directions, assign drivers to vehicles, and track vehicle maintenance needs.

Terex is at fingertips with new e-literature application

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 11:47:38 EST

Launch of Terex eLit app gives easy access to a wealth of information about Terex machinery.

Preventing Slump Loss

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 05:58:44 EST

Many things can cause rapid slump loss. Aggregate, cement chemistry, fly ash sources, and admixtures are culprits.

PCI announces its 2013 webinar series

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 12:04:26 EST

Complimentary webinars focus on high performance topics and offer continuing education credit accepted in all 50 states.

New hose system eliminates dust pollution

Tue, 2 Apr 2013 11:59:32 EST

One of Spain’s largest producers of cement mortars is Grupo Puma, which has 20 plants located throughout the Iberian Peninsula.

ACPA releases convenient app for installation manual

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 10:24:44 EST

Concrete Pipe and Box Culvert Installation Manual now available on iTunes, Google.

NexTraq Connect mobile app

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:37:14 EST

The NexTraq Connect fully-integrated mobile app allows users to record clock in/out and break times, communicate job status, view job locations and directions, assign drivers to vehicles, and track vehicle maintenance needs.

TrimFleet management tools

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:44:12 EST

The TrimFleet solution — including TrimView, TrimFleet Mobile and now, TrimFleet Communicator — puts drivers, mechanics, site project managers, and dispatchers in touch with the right individuals or teams in real-time.

The Perils of KPI Abuse

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 11:44:28 EST

Whether you know it or not, you are probably already using KPIs. What are some typical concrete QC KPIs?

New Spancrete Producer Comes Online in Saudi Arabia

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 12:00:52 EST

Spancrete Global Services congratulates Beijing Construction Engineering Group. Ltd. (BCEG) on the commissioning of its new, full-scale precast production facility in Jubail, Saudi Arabia.

Profiting from Quality Concrete

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 09:45:10 EST

There is a widely held and incorrect belief in the concrete industry that a producer's quality control (QC) department takes away from and does not add to the bottom line.

A Better Way

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 11:52:07 EST

Researcher seeks new avenue for precast concrete disposal.

Concrete as a Value Proposition

Tue, 2 Apr 2013 11:37:45 EST

The MIT Concrete Sustainability Hub takes to the streets.

Changing Times

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 11:30:39 EST

The industry should be thankful it has changed with the times, just like our Influencers.

Bubble Trouble

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 02:36:12 EST

Everyone in the concrete industry has received the dreaded call about low strength on a job. Typically, high water content, high air content, or low standards from the testing company is the primary cause of the problem.

Future Cement

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 12:14:21 EST

THE NEED TO reduce CO2 emissions has led to the development of many new cementitious materials—a trend that will likely continue for the foreseeable future. But the powerful international portland cement business hasn't given up yet.

The Evolving World of Green Concrete

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 02:58:50 EST

Green products and technologies create a buzz at concrete's big event.