CIM Silent & Live Auction
Wednesday, January 20
Silent Auction, Room N263: 11:00 am – 12:45 pm
Live Auction Room N262: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
The Concrete Industry Management Program (CIM) has developed into a key resource for populating the concrete industry with talented individuals with college degrees. Four universities strategically placed across the country offer four-year degrees in CIM. Today, there are more than 1,000 graduates of the program and another 500 students currently enrolled. This program is made possible, in large part, by the combined efforts of the national and local concrete industry. The National Steering Committee (NSC) for CIM, in collaboration with local patron groups at all four universities, provides both funding and oversight for the program.
On the national level, a major source of funding for the program is the annual CIM Auction held at the World of Concrete. Over the past thirteen years, the auction has raised more than $9 million.
At the 2020 World of Concrete, supporters set a new record by purchasing items that raised more than $1.1 million in gross revenue for the program universities.
This year CIM had record proceeds from the silent auction that preceded the live auction. Auction items included cement, concrete saws, drills, mixers, vibrators, safety equipment, screeds, decorative concrete tools, water meters, pumps, generators, and industry training To learn more about the Concrete Industry Management program, and how to participate in the 2021 auction, visit www.concretedegree.com.
CIM Student Paper Presentations
CIM Student Paper Presentation
Date/Time: Monday, January 18 | 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location: LVCC North Meeting Room
Join students and supporters of the Concrete Industry Management (CIM) program by attending the 5th Annual Weatherton Award Paper Presentation. CIM is a business intensive program providing solid management skills developed specifically for the concrete industry. CIM has provided more than 1,000 graduates in the last decade – this is your opportunity to meet and witness the talent of our next generation of concrete industry professionals!
California State University–Chico, Middle Tennessee State University, New Jersey Institute of Technology, and Texas State University students will present presentations based on industry-based internships, applied research participation, and conclusions from cap-stone class work.
Papers and presentations will be judged by a panel of industry professionals. The student selected with best paper/presentation will receive the Weatherton Award, established by World of Concrete to honor Bob Weatherton and his many contributions to the concrete industry. The award, along with an honorarium, will be presented at the CIM’s National Steering Committee during World of Concrete.
NOTE: Registration is not required for this event. Attendees are encouraged to show their support by giving a donation to the CIM Scholarship Program during the registration process, or donate an item to the CIM Auction, held on Wednesday during World of Concrete.
Questions about this session should be directed to contactus@worldofconcrete.com.
Those interested in making a donation should contact CIM Auction Committee Chairman Mike Philipps, mike.philipps@sandler.com or 832-472-2314.
For more information on CIM, go to www.concretedegree.com
Hoover Dam & Bypass Bridge Tour
Sponsored By:
Hoover Dam & Bypass Bridge Tour
Presented by World of Concrete and sponsored by MAPEI Group – General Resource Technology, Inc.
Course Code: HDS
Date/Time: Sunday, January 17, 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Course Code: HDF
Date/Time: Friday, January 22, 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: LVCC North Hall
Bus pick up/drop off: Door 9 at Concourse 5, end of LVCC Grand Concourse
Visit two of the world’s most famous concrete structures, the Hoover Dam and the Mike O’Callaghan – Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge with two industry experts. Paul Jordan, Mapei Corporation’s Technical Representative, Chemical Admixtures, was on site during the Bridge’s construction and will offer an insider’s view on the project. Rick Yelton, World of Concrete’s Editor at Large and chair of ACI History 120 Committee will be on hand to discuss the Hoover Dam. Together they will share the behind-the-scenes information on how these concrete structures, built more than 50 years apart, played an important part in the development of new standards in concrete construction in their own era.
Attendees will first meet for a brief orientation and special presentation about the construction of the largest concrete arch bridge in the United States in a meeting room in the Las Vegas Convention Center. The presentation will explain the engineering challenges, crane work, concrete mix designs and how contractors accomplished these special projects. Boxed lunches will be provided.
NOTE: Following the tour, busses will drop off attendees at the Las Vegas Monorail Access across from South Hall.
Tour Registration Fee*: $120; $140 after 12/14/20
HDS Registration Fee Includes a Box Lunch
Questions about the tours should be directed to contactus@worldofconcrete.com
Construction of the Hoover Dam and Hoover Dam Bypass Presentation
Construction of the Hoover Dam and Hoover Dam Bypass Presentation
Presented by World of Concrete.
Course Code: HDFP
Date/Time: Friday, January 22 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Location: LVCC North Hall
Challenges met to build two iconic structures. History can provide insights on how to solve modern problems. In this exciting presentation, attendees will learn how contractors used the best-practices of the day in the construction of the Hoover Dam & the Hoover Dam Bypass Bridge. Although the construction projects were separated by 75 years, each project faced similar
difficulties i.e. extreme temperatures, difficult soil condition, lack of access to the construction site, and meeting tight budgets & deadlines on a one-of-a-kind project.
Luke M. Snell, PE, FACI, immediate past Chair of ACI History Committee will provide a contractor’s view of the Dam’s Construction.
NOTE: This presentation does not include the Hoover Dam Tour. Separate registration and fee required for the tour – see HDF
details.
Registration Fee: $85; $105 after 12/14/20
SPECIAL SAVINGS: Discounted fee of $75 with purchase of either HDS or HDF tour before 12/14/20.
Questions about this presentation or tours should be directed to contactus@worldofconcrete.com.
Decorative Concrete LIVE!
Decorative Concrete LIVE!
Sponsored by Concrete Decor magazine and the Concrete Decor RoadShow
Decorative Concrete LIVE!
Sponsored by Concrete Decor magazine and the Concrete Decor RoadShow
Concentrates on Crafting Colorful Cityscapes
The fourth annual Decorative Concrete LIVE! will continue to showcase innovative construction applications for residential and commercial contractors at the World of Concrete in Las Vegas Feb. 4-7. In 2019, more than 5,000 attendees interacted with artisans, product experts and designers to learn the most current trends in decorative concrete construction.
Decorative Concrete LIVE!’s 2020 theme is Crafting Cityscapes. Attendees will learn designs, techniques and materials with which to transform outdoor urban spaces into colorful, vibrant contributions to communities.
“Urban planners are combing colorful surfaces and textures with innovative shapes and structures to bring new life to their communities. These innovative elements include planters, pedestrian crossings, vertical spaces, water features and walking surfaces. Decorative Concrete LIVE! will demonstrate how designers and contractors can incorporate surface treatments, exterior claddings and texturing techniques to achieve an architect’s vision of a cityscape,” says Bent Mikkelsen, organizer of Decorative Concrete LIVE! and publisher of Concrete Decor magazine.
Mikkelsen’s team is conferring with several design experts on the final layout. But several applications under discussion include:
- Using insulated concrete forms to build vertical substrates for economical and durable innovative surface treatments.
- Constructing urban water features.
- Placing textured walking surfaces that comply with current ADA requirements.
- Selecting exterior coatings that bring color to standard concrete.
- Forming curved surfaces with new technologies such as fabrics.
- Building concrete structures such as benches, tables and play areas.
“Decorative Concrete LIVE! allows the concrete community to come together to demonstrate the material’s versatility when combined with the artisan’s skill. We are will also be showing concrete’s role in building resilient and sustainable communities,” says Mikkelsen.
For more information on how you or your company can become involved with Decorative Concrete LIVE! at World of Concrete in 2020, call (877) 935-8906
[ECCMO] Self-Consolidating Concrete (SCC): Placement Issues & Applications
Presented by Euclid Chemical Company
Monday, Feb 3 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Fee: $110; $140 after 12/11/19
This session will cover raw materials, quality control and aspects of mix design, concrete rheology and admixtures. Expectations, appearance, finish and placement conditions will also be addressed. Different needs for Ready Mix and Precast will be reviewed through specific projects and applications, including the use of integral color for precast SCC.
Additional topics of discussion:
· Variables to consider that affect SCC placement
· How altering mix designs will minimize effects of the variables
· How concrete placement and finish can improve with SCC
· SCC benefits illustrated through specific projects and applications
Questions should be directed to Jennifer Crisman at jcrisman@euclidchemical.com.
NEW! [ECCTH] Design & Construct Enhanced Concrete Floors: Utility, Durability & Service Life
Presented by Euclid Chemical Company
Thursday, Feb 6 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Fee: $85
Get More from Your Concrete Floors!
NEW for WOC 2020! Intended for engineers and contractors, this course addresses design and construction best practices to enhance and extend the long-term use, durability and service life of concrete floors.
Topics of discussion:
· Mix design
· Fiber reinforcement
· Engineering codes
· Floor placement
· Installing dry shakes
· Topical treatments
Questions should be directed to Jennifer Crisman at jcrisman@euclidchemical.com.
NEW! [SSSTU] Waterproofing: The Next Generation of Solutions
Presented by SIKA Corporation
Tuesday, Feb 4 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Fee: $115: $135 after 12/11/19
NEW for WOC 2020! This session will explore the state of the art in waterproofing and weatherproofing throughout the entire building envelope. Product and application areas like elastomeric joint sealants, liquid applied traffic coatings, liquid applied below grade waterproofing, air barrier and roofing applications will be included in the presentation.
Questions should be directed to Eric Muench at muench.eric@us.sika.com.
[CPMMO] Advanced Concrete Plants – Raising the Bar
Sponsored by:
Presented by Concrete Products Magazine.
Sponsored by Command Alkon, Euclid Chemical, MCT Group, Sicoma, Sioux Corp, Stephens Mfg and Vince Hagan Co.
Monday, Feb 3 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Fee: $75
Representatives of Ernst Enterprises of Georgia, Gage Brothers Concrete Products of South Dakota and Lauren Concrete of Texas will discuss permitting and building new plant capacity for major construction markets or regions.
In a program heavy on visual content and open dialog, discussions will explore:
- How can concrete operators tailor plant equipment for peak output?
- How can automation and Internet of Things (IoT) be leveraged to improve accident/injury prevention measures, maximize productivity and redefine quality control/assurance?
- What are the best strategies for creating a workplace and company culture that draw talent and foster loyalty?
Presenters will offer a wealth of insight on these and related subjects in a format suiting management, operations and front-line staff.
Questions should be directed to Don Marsh at 312-720-9869 or DMarsh@concreteproducts.com.
STUCCO LIVE!
STUCCO LIVE!
Sponsored by Stucco Manufacturers Association
The second annual Stucco LIVE! will continue to showcase best practices for flashing, lathing, and cement plaster applications
for residential and commercial installations at World of Concrete.
In this area, attendees interacted with instructors, product experts and designers to learn the most current trends in stucco applications. Stucco LIVE! is sponsored by the Stucco Manufacturers Association (SMA). SMA members and affiliated associations will also introduce new products and assemblies that meet current energy code standards and high-performance trends.
Today stucco has grown to incorporate several variations of the traditional three-coat cement stucco:Insulated one-coat stucco,
acrylic finish coats, decorative foam shapes, rainscreen assemblies, cracksuppression and cement board systems are all examples
of innovations in stucco. The understanding and proper implementation of these variations/options are important as they can affect design, aesthetics, performance and the installed price.
NEW! Zero Emission Live! Powered by Wacker Neuson
Zero Emission Live!
Powered by Wacker Neuson
Participating Companies: Wacker Neuson, Green Machine Co., Ecovolve
This special showcase area will highlight technology, such as Wacker Neuson’s zero-emission products that are designed for indoor applications.
Wacker Neuson is introducing its newest battery-operated product, the ACBe backpack vibrator to the North American market at
World of Concrete. The cordless, portable backpack vibration system is ideal for the consolidation of thick interior concrete slabs with
and without reinforcing steel and is an excellent choice for job sites that have strict guidelines for noise and emissions. If base
preparation is needed on the job, using Wacker Neuson’s battery-powered AS rammers and AP plates are cost effective, since all
of the zero emission products use the same battery system.
Wacker Neuson has dominated the compaction and concrete consolidation market in the United States for over 60 years. With the
newest innovative battery-powered, zero emission products, the company is changing the way contractors can work indoors, meeting stricter environmental guidelines and providing new opportunities for their business to grow.
Robotics LIVE!
Advanced Construction Robotics is a world leading innovator of autonomous robotic equipment providing service-ready construction solutions to contractors around the country today. Our first commercialized product, TyBot®, an autonomous rebar-tying robot, increases productivity, safety, and profits while decreasing schedule risks during rebar tying operations. Stop by our Robotics LIVE Booth in the North Hall, #N323, and see TyBot, the autonomous rebar-tying robot, in action. We will be conducting LIVE demonstrations at the top of every hour. Seeing truly is believing.