Cement and Concrete Products Industry of Hawaii

02/01/2025

The 7th annual Canadian Concrete Expo is Canada's only national trade show dedicated to the concrete, construction & aggregates industries.

The expo takes place Feb 12-13 in Toronto.

Learn more & register below:

Feb 12-13, 2025 at The International Centre in Toronto, ON. Canada’s Only National Trade Show Dedicated to the Concrete, Construction and Aggregates Industries.

01/30/2025

A Purdue University researcher found a way to increase the strength & resilience of .

This is done by integrating chemically modified cellulose nanocrystals & nanofibers (which he developed) into the cement.

Mechanical tests show a 30% increase in flexural strength when the nanocrystals and nanofibers are integrated.

Discover more here:

A Purdue University researcher has increased the strength and resilience of cement by integrating patent-pending chemically modified cellulose nanocrystals and nanofibers that he developed.

01/30/2025

Faster, stronger, greener!

Read how C02-infused is reshaping the standard, from ForConstructionPros.com.

Understanding how CO2 affects concrete's key properties is essential for making informed decisions on projects, timelines & costs.

How does CO2 affect concrete’s key properties? For construction professionals and concrete contractors, understanding these impacts is essential for making informed decisions on projects, timelines, and costs.

01/28/2025

Researchers at the University of Nevada, Reno 3D printed Lego-like modules for military operations.

The project involves testing structures built with concrete modules to provide a way to print & assemble them on demand in the field.

Learn more about it below:

Civil engineering faculty are testing 3D-printed structures for use in military operations

01/26/2025

Skate4Concrete recently established the Dominic Lencioni Concrete Skatepark Internship to honor the memory of their 2024 intern.

Dominic tragically passed away shortly after completing his internship.

The program is designed for CIM Program students, continuing his legacy by fostering learning opportunities and supporting aspiring professionals in the field of concrete skatepark construction.

Learn more below from the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association:

https://www.concreteinfocus-digital.com/nrcq/0424_winter_2024/MobilePagedArticle.action?articleId=2023514

01/25/2025

The Digging Deeper podcast by ForConstructionPros.com recently released new episodes.

These episodes provide valuable insights into environmental product declarations (EPDs).

EPDs reveal the ingredients in materials, including , to end users.

Listen to the first episode: "Understanding EPDs, Part 1"

This Digging Deeper podcast episode features insight on understanding EPD – environmental product declarations - from Mikaela DeRousseau of Building Transparency.

01/25/2025

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's new low-carbon labels for materials mark an important first step toward sustainability.

However, MIT Concrete Sustainability Hub researchers suggest that the EPA should incorporate life cycle assessment tools.

This approach would ensure the labels account for emissions beyond production, providing better guidance for purchasing decisions.

Learn more from RealClearEnergy:

https://www.realclearenergy.org/articles/2024/10/09/nutrition_facts_for_emissions_why_epa_must_account_for_the_whole_life_cycle_in_low_carbon_labels_1064114.html

01/24/2025

The project team behind Canada's largest office building aiming for beyond net-zero standards is making innovative choices.

They are using custom-made insulating forms (ICFs) with 100-mm-thick (3.93 inches) expanded polystyrene insulation panels on both sides.

Learn more from the Daily Commercial News:

Canada’s largest office building to pursue beyond net-zero standards is scheduled for completion and opening this February.

01/23/2025

A 2024 White House report recognized several and producers for their leadership in sustainability.

Among them, CO2-mineralizing process innovator .technologies was also highlighted for its significant contributions.

These efforts align with federal Buy Clean and U.S. Department of Energy Industrial Demonstrations initiatives, showcasing industry commitment to progress.

The commitments center on reducing emissions and addressing global warming potential.

Grounded in National Ready Mixed Concrete Association's 2022 regional benchmarks for CO2 kilograms per cubic yard of concrete, they set a standard for the industry

Explore the full report and the complete list of commended companies on Concrete Products:

An enthusiastic White House nod to concrete and cement brands November 14, 2024November 14, 2024 Don Marsh Familiar names dominate a new White House report on Federal Buy Clean Initiative and Department of Energy (DOE) Industrial Demonstration Program progress. The administration salutes six concret...

01/20/2025

This's years signature CIM Program Auction items include:

- A 2025 Mack Granite 64FR chassis equipped with a Revolution Bridgemaster Mixer
- A 2025 Peterbilt Model 567 with a Con-Tech Manufacturing extreme duty mixer

The auction takes place Jan. 22 at World of Concrete.

Proceeds will benefit Concrete Industry Management (CIM) degree programs and students at five universities.

Learn more about how you can participate below:

The Auction is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025, in the North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center. The silent auction is held from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. PST and the live auction begins at 1 p.m. PST.

01/19/2025

If you're interested in finding work in or , check out Deliver Your Future.

It is an invaluable resource to help job seekers learn about how to become concrete delivery professionals.

Check it out below:

01/18/2025

National Ready Mixed Concrete Association members & their partners have until Jan. 31 to nominate projects for the NRMCA Concrete Innovations Award program!

Projects must demonstrate outstanding achievements in performance while lowering environmental impacts.

Nominate your project here:

The Concrete Innovations Award Program recognizes outstanding achievements in improving concrete performance and sustainability through improved products and processes.