April 1, 2020
Cement is a binding material that has contributed to the creation of historical monuments, but as we shift from 3000 BC into the twenty-first century,…
Advanced Construction Technology: Innovations, Trends, and Best Practices
- Discover the latest advancements in construction technology, including 3D printing solutions, composite material applications, and sustainable building practices. Stay informed about cutting-edge developments transforming the construction industry.
Faster Tilt-Up With Concrete Maturity Monitoring
March 25, 2020
In the construction industry, innovations that reduce costs and speed up project completion are highly sought after—so it’s no wonder that we’re seeing a resurgence…
From Conferences to Construction Sites in the COVID-19 Times: How Prepared Are You?
March 19, 2020
If you are in the concrete industry, conferences such as World of Concrete (WOC), ConExpo, and American Concrete Institute’s ACI Concrete Convention make for important…
Why Project Managers Value SmartRock® Plus Concrete Sensors
March 3, 2020
SmartRock® Plus is the next level in online concrete monitoring and branded concrete mix design, helping ready-mix producers differentiate their company, and mixes, within their local markets….
SmartRock® Plus: Helping Producers ‘Know Their Concrete’ Beyond the Pour
February 25, 2020
Since its commercial takeoff in the last three decades, the use of maturity sensors has historically been driven by contractors. In deploying this testing method…
What Contractors Need to Know About Field Testing Concrete
February 18, 2020
A shortage of skilled labor continues to be the dominate issue in the construction industry, and rightfully so. However, delays in construction schedules have always…
Access Your Concrete Data Anytime, Anywhere with SmartHub™
January 28, 2020
As the leading wireless sensor for monitoring concrete temperature and strength, SmartRock® gives you reliable and accurate data in real-time. The sensors are fully embedded…
Why Concrete Temperature Testing Is Important During Extreme Weather
December 24, 2019
Why Concrete Temperature Testing Is Important During Extreme Weather The heat produced by concrete during curing is called heat of hydration. This exothermic reaction occurs…
Reduce Delays on High Rise Construction Projects
December 20, 2019
High rise buildings are a huge undertaking—no pun intended. In terms of scale, personnel, timelines, costs, scheduling, planning, and logistics—high rise construction projects are significant…
Improve Productivity with Wireless Concrete SmartRock® Plus Sensors
November 18, 2019
If you’ve already looked at our SmartRock® Plus product page, then you know that this program helps ready-mix producers differentiate their company, and mixes, within…
Project Engineering Course: The Maturity Method
October 31, 2019
If you are looking to become an engineer in Canada or the United States, you must hold and maintain a license from an engineering regulator….
Learning More About Concrete with Artificial Intelligence
October 31, 2019
One of the most talked about trends, not only in the construction industry, but in every field, is the discussion of the role of “big…
Canadian Concrete Expo: Predict Concrete Strength Before You Pour
October 8, 2019
The use of data and analytics has permeated all aspects of construction, and concrete is no exception. The value of data and information is really…
Concrete Temperature Monitoring in Cold Weather for Jobsite Optimization
October 1, 2019
Optimizing Jobsite Workflow in Cold Temperatures For many construction companies it is approaching the time of the year when dropping temperatures play a massive role…
Mastering Concrete Pouring in Winter With Smart Technology
September 27, 2019
Winter construction presents unique challenges, especially when it comes to concrete pouring. Cold weather can significantly impact concrete curing, potentially leading to costly delays and…
The Importance of Moisture Testing Concrete Subfloors
September 13, 2019
Concrete is a permeable substance capable of absorbing and releasing moisture, which can continue to affect the RH of a slab long after it’s been…
IoT Applications for the Construction Industry
July 23, 2019
The construction job site is now ripe for fundamental changes that enable productivity, safety, process improvement and new tools. The Internet of Things (IoT) is…
Concrete Maturity Calculation Methods
July 19, 2019
Maturity is a concept that has existed since the 1950s. Since then, various equations have been proposed to measure the maturity of concrete. This chapter…
April 1, 2020
Cement is a binding material that has contributed to the creation of historical monuments, but as we shift from 3000 BC into the twenty-first century,…
Faster Tilt-Up With Concrete Maturity Monitoring
March 25, 2020
In the construction industry, innovations that reduce costs and speed up project completion are highly sought after—so it’s no wonder that we’re seeing a resurgence…
From Conferences to Construction Sites in the COVID-19 Times: How Prepared Are You?
March 19, 2020
If you are in the concrete industry, conferences such as World of Concrete (WOC), ConExpo, and American Concrete Institute’s ACI Concrete Convention make for important…
Why Project Managers Value SmartRock® Plus Concrete Sensors
March 3, 2020
SmartRock® Plus is the next level in online concrete monitoring and branded concrete mix design, helping ready-mix producers differentiate their company, and mixes, within their local markets….
SmartRock® Plus: Helping Producers ‘Know Their Concrete’ Beyond the Pour
February 25, 2020
Since its commercial takeoff in the last three decades, the use of maturity sensors has historically been driven by contractors. In deploying this testing method…
What Contractors Need to Know About Field Testing Concrete
February 18, 2020
A shortage of skilled labor continues to be the dominate issue in the construction industry, and rightfully so. However, delays in construction schedules have always…
Access Your Concrete Data Anytime, Anywhere with SmartHub™
January 28, 2020
As the leading wireless sensor for monitoring concrete temperature and strength, SmartRock® gives you reliable and accurate data in real-time. The sensors are fully embedded…
Why Concrete Temperature Testing Is Important During Extreme Weather
December 24, 2019
Why Concrete Temperature Testing Is Important During Extreme Weather The heat produced by concrete during curing is called heat of hydration. This exothermic reaction occurs…
Reduce Delays on High Rise Construction Projects
December 20, 2019
High rise buildings are a huge undertaking—no pun intended. In terms of scale, personnel, timelines, costs, scheduling, planning, and logistics—high rise construction projects are significant…
Improve Productivity with Wireless Concrete SmartRock® Plus Sensors
November 18, 2019
If you’ve already looked at our SmartRock® Plus product page, then you know that this program helps ready-mix producers differentiate their company, and mixes, within…
Project Engineering Course: The Maturity Method
October 31, 2019
If you are looking to become an engineer in Canada or the United States, you must hold and maintain a license from an engineering regulator….
Learning More About Concrete with Artificial Intelligence
October 31, 2019
One of the most talked about trends, not only in the construction industry, but in every field, is the discussion of the role of “big…
Canadian Concrete Expo: Predict Concrete Strength Before You Pour
October 8, 2019
The use of data and analytics has permeated all aspects of construction, and concrete is no exception. The value of data and information is really…
Concrete Temperature Monitoring in Cold Weather for Jobsite Optimization
October 1, 2019
Optimizing Jobsite Workflow in Cold Temperatures For many construction companies it is approaching the time of the year when dropping temperatures play a massive role…
Mastering Concrete Pouring in Winter With Smart Technology
September 27, 2019
Winter construction presents unique challenges, especially when it comes to concrete pouring. Cold weather can significantly impact concrete curing, potentially leading to costly delays and…
The Importance of Moisture Testing Concrete Subfloors
September 13, 2019
Concrete is a permeable substance capable of absorbing and releasing moisture, which can continue to affect the RH of a slab long after it’s been…
IoT Applications for the Construction Industry
July 23, 2019
The construction job site is now ripe for fundamental changes that enable productivity, safety, process improvement and new tools. The Internet of Things (IoT) is…
Concrete Maturity Calculation Methods
July 19, 2019
Maturity is a concept that has existed since the 1950s. Since then, various equations have been proposed to measure the maturity of concrete. This chapter…