The Concrete Expo, Presented by Cemen Tech

January 20 & 21, 2021

2 Keynotes

Over 30 Sessions With Industry Leaders

Virtual Exhibition

Join us for a concrete expo in January! Due to our industry trade show being postponed, we know there is a need for construction businesses to get a pulse on what is going on in the industry and prepare for the upcoming season as usual. Our goal is to provide industry forecast information, concrete education, and how attendees can save money on their own concrete or make their retail businesses more successful.

Save time and money without leaving your office! All sessions will be available for viewing once the session time has passed so you can see all the tracks even after the conference is over. Scroll down to see who should attend, who is speaking and subscribe for updates on The Concrete Expo.

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WHO WILL BE ATTENDING THE CONCRETE EXPO?

Concrete Contractors
Construction Managers
Ready Mix Producers
Utility Contractors
Gunite Contractors
Municipalities
Precast Producers

WHO IS PRESENTING AT THE CONCRETE EXPO?

Associated General Contractors of America (AGC)
National Ready Mix Concrete Association (NRMCA)
Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)
Build With Strength (A Division of NRMCA)
American Concrete Paving Association (ACPA)
Ernst & Young LLP Construction
U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
American Shotcrete Association (ASA)
National Utility Contractors Association (NUCA)
Herk & Associates Heavy Equipment Recruiters
Trans Lease Inc.
Western Material & Design LLC (FasTrac Construction Products)
DarCole Products Inc.
And More!

January 20 – Keynote

Matthew Whitaker

An American lawyer, lobbyist, and politician who served as the acting United States Attorney General from November 7, 2018 – February 14, 2019.

Title: The Biden Administration — What To Expect

January 21 – Keynote

Ed Mortimer

VP Transportation & Infrastructure, US Chamber of Commerce

Title: The Campaign to Enact Federal Infrastructure Legislation in 2021

Day 1: January 20, 2020

Track 1

Advanced

Track 2

Intermediate

Track 3

Beginner

9:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.

Welcome

9:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.

Presenter: Connor Deering, CEO & President, Cemen Tech

9:15 a.m. – 9:50 a.m.

Keynote: The Biden Administration — What To Expect - Matthew Whitaker

9:15 a.m. – 9:50 a.m.

The Biden Administration: What To Expect

Presenter: Matthew Whitaker

Matthew G. Whitaker was acting Attorney General of the United States 2018-2019. Prior to becoming Acting Attorney General, Mr. Whitaker served as Chief of Staff to Attorney General Jeff Sessions. He was appointed as the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Iowa by President George W. Bush, serving from 2004-2009. Whitaker was the managing partner of Des Moines based law firm, Whitaker Hagenow & Gustoff LLP from 2009 until rejoining DOJ in 2017. He was also the Executive Director for FACT, The Foundation for Accountability & Civic Trust, between 2014 and 2017.

Mr. Whitaker graduated with a Master of Business Administration, Juris Doctor, and Bachelor of Arts from the University of Iowa. While at Iowa, Mr. Whitaker was a three year letterman on the football team where he received the prestigious Big Ten Medal of Honor.

Mr. Whitaker is now an Of Counsel Attorney at Graves Garrett law firm.

10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.

2021 Forecast of the Construction Industry - AGC

10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.

Presenter: Ken Simonson, Chief Economist, AGC

Ken Simonson has been chief economist for the Associated General Contractors of America, the leading trade association for the construction industry, since 2001. He provides insight into the economy and what it implies for construction and related industries through frequent media interviews, presentations and the Data DIGest, his weekly one-page e-newsletter that goes to over 50,000 subscribers.

Ken has more than 40 years of experience analyzing, advocating and communicating about economic and tax issues.

He currently serves as liaison to the Census Bureau’s Construction Data Modernization Working Group. He is a Fellow and past president of the National Association for Business Economics, and he is co-director of the Tax Economists Forum, a professional meeting group he co-founded in 1982.

Ken has a BA in economics from the University of Chicago, and an MA in economics from Northwestern University.

For more information, please visit agc.org.

10:55 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

After 2020, Are We Ready To Look Forward? - ACPA

10:55 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Presenter: Scott Mueller, Vice President of Marketing, American Concrete Paving Association

Please come join Scott Mueller, Vice President of ACPA as he shares what he sees as an outlook for 2021-2022 for the paving industry. Topics will include the paving market (concrete), DOT programming, legislative initiatives, as well as potential changes at the state and local levels as a result of 2020.

Mr. Mueller develops national program strategy including local/regional go to market tools.

His current role includes marketing, social media, program development, and trend analysis/forecasting for ACPA.

He has 25 years of concrete industry leadership experience including active involvement in more than 20 mergers and acquisitions.

ACPA OVERVIEW
Founded in 1963, The American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA), is the world’s largest trade association that exclusively represents the interests of those involved with the design, construction, and preservation of concrete pavements. In addition, our work includes advocacy at the federal, state, and local levels as well as industry leading technical and educational programming. For more information, please visit acpa.org.

Advantages of Volumetrics

10:55 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Presenter: Cemen Tech

– Learn the advantages of volumetric mixers over traditional methods.

– Discover the key applications that are using this technology today.

– Learn how volumetric concrete production can help your business.

11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

M / G Series Equipment Walk Around

11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Presenter: Cemen Tech

Cemen Tech has over four decades of innovation and cutting edge technologies in the field with every M Series mobile concrete mixer. The M Series brings flexibility and stability and is the most popular unit throughout North America; it is also the selected unit of choice by the United States Armed Forces and is currently operating in over 70 countries.

Key applications for the M Series meet all DOT standards and include general concrete, precast, flowable fill, pervious, rapid set and overlay concrete. The M Series has various options to fulfill any job you need done – pneumatic fill, dry color, liquid color, fiber chopper and latex.

You will not find a more accurate mixer on the market today that meets the AASHTO M-241 and ASTM C685 standards when operated in accordance with ACI 304.6R. Every Cemen Tech solution comes with a Performance Guarantee. We stand by our products, customers and support our equipment better than anyone else in the industry.

The G Series volumetric mixer is a modification of the M Series unit, it does not have a water tank and is used for gunite applications.

C Series Equipment Walk Around - Fully Automated Mixer

11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Presenter: Cemen Tech

Cemen Tech’s C Series mixers is the best-selling fully automated volumetric mixer in the world – batch, measure, mix, pour, record, and analyze jobs all-in-one unit. Each C Series mixer comes equipped with a state-of-the-art electronic control panel. The panel allows an operator in the field to track when a unit was in operation, how much concrete was poured, and the admixture used for each job. The information displays on a digital readout and also shows the exact use rate of aggregate, sand, water, and cement.

The C Series is the first volumetric concrete mixer to integrate with ACCU-POUR(TM). This suite of productivity solutions helps concrete producers expand and profitably grow their business. Job information is available with a few clicks for dispatchers while collected job data syncs between the mixer and office.

Every Cemen Tech solution comes with a Performance Guarantee. We stand by our products, customers and support our equipment better than anyone else in the industry.

12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Break

12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.

12:30 p.m. – 1:10 p.m.

Recruitment/Retention in Construction - Herk & Assoc.

12:30 p.m. – 1:10 p.m.

Presenter: Herk & Associates (details coming soon!)

1:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

Customer Interview

1:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

Presenter: Cemen Tech

How Volumetric Mixers Produce High Quality Gunite

1:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

Presenter: Cemen Tech

– What is gunite vs. shotcrete?

– Understand the process and equipment needed to pour high quality product.

– Why volumetric mixers are the most accurate way to shoot gunite and shotcrete.

How To Set Up A Yard For Volumetric Mixers

1:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

Presenter: Cemen Tech

– Learn key concepts on how to setup your material yard for filling units.

– Discover key items to prepare for getting your truck.

– Find out industry tricks on how to fill your truck quickly.

1:55 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Fast Setting Concrete: Industry Forecast & Current Uses - Western Material & Design LLC

1:55 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Presenter: John Caldwell, FasTrac Construction Products

FasTrac Construction Products will talk about new market opportunities and how fast setting concrete fits into those, and technical detail about fast curing cement/concrete.

How Volumetric Technology Benefits The Utility Industry

1:55 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Presenter: Cemen Tech

– Review different projects within the utility industry that benefit from a volumetric mixer.

– Explain benefits for this technology.

– Show potential return on investment for a utility contractor.

C60 Demo Pour

1:55 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Presenter: Cemen Tech

2:30 p.m. – 3:10 p.m.

How Technology Can Make Your Equipment Smarter - Cemen Tech

2:30 p.m. – 3:10 p.m.

Presenter: Rob Peterson, Cemen Tech

– Digitize resource scheduling.

– Proactively manage your business by making data driven decisions.

– Save time and money through improved dispatch, driver communication, and administrative reporting.

Cemen Tech’s proprietary technology is compatible with all brands of volumetric concrete mixers in addition to our own models.

3:15 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.

How To Market Your Business Better Online - Cemen Tech Momentum

3:15 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.

Presenter: Cemen Tech Momentum

Cemen Tech’s in-house development team walks through how your website can be bringing you new leads on a consistent basis.

3:45 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Join #TEAMVCL

3:45 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Presenter: Mark Rinehart, Cemen Tech

Join us as we end day 1 of The Concrete Expo with an exciting announcement!

Day 2: January 21, 2020

Track 1

Advanced

Track 2

Intermediate

Track 3

Beginner

9:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.

Opening

9:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.

Presenter: Mark Rinehart, Cemen Tech

9:15 a.m. – 9:50 a.m.

Keynote: The Campaign To Enact Federal Infrastructure Legislation in 2021 - Ed Mortimer

9:15 a.m. – 9:50 a.m.

Presenter: Ed Mortimer, Vice President Transportation & Infrastructure, U.S. Chamber of Commerce

The presentation will discuss efforts of business and labor to work with Biden Administration and Congress to gain enactment of bipartisan solutions to modernize America’s infrastructure.

10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.

How Technology Is Disrupting Construction Industry - Ernst & Young LLP Construction

10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.

Presenter: Eric Ottinger, Manager at Ernst & Young LLP Construction and Real Estate Advisory Services practice

Eric Ottinger is a Manager in the Construction and Real Estate Advisory Services practice of Ernst & Young LLP. Eric has over twelve years of experience in construction management, project management and program management including entitlements, preconstruction planning, budgeting, cost control, scheduling, execution, monitoring and controlling and project close-out.

Prior to joining EY, Eric worked at Turner & Townsend as a Project Manager. Eric has managed many commercial, residential and institutional construction projects in his career. He is currently the lead construction manager for a megaproject in Northern California. Other recent engagements include performing as a subject matter expert for a general contractor’s data and IT implementation strategy in Canada and the investment bank due diligence of a large industrialized construction company target in Saudi Arabia.

10:55 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Emerging Technologies: Improving the Carbon Footprint of Concrete - Build With Strength (NRMCA)

10:55 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Emerging Technologies: Improving The Carbon Footprint of Concrete

Presenter: Donn Thompson, Build With Strength/NRMCA

Concrete is the most widely used building product in the world, yet its sustainability can often be questioned. This 30-minute presentation is intended to clarify the true environmental impact of cement and concrete while identifying the new products and manufacturing methods that are enhancing concrete’s performance to address today’s environmental challenges. New production processes can significantly offset embodied carbon. Innovative additives can enhance both plastic and hardened properties, resulting in stronger, more efficient structural cross sections, with greater durability and long-term resilience. Natural and enhanced carbonation processes offer tremendous promise for concrete to absorb and permanently remove CO₂ from the environment.

Donn C. Thompson is the Senior Director, Building Innovation for the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association. Based in Kenosha, WI, he supports the Build with Strength program, demonstrating the first cost and long-term advantages of ready mixed concrete building systems throughout eight Midwest states.

A licensed architect and LEED accredited, Donn has over 20 years of practical experience in design and construction. More recently he has worked for over 22 years in the cement and concrete industry holding a variety of product support, contractor training, technical promotion, and sales positions.

How Volumetric Technology Works

10:55 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Presenter: Cemen Tech

– Learn the advantages of volumetric mixers over traditional methods.

– Discover the key applications that are using this technology today.

– Learn how volumetric concrete production can help your business.

11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Creative, Sustainable & Durable Concrete Structures Using Shotcrete - ASA

11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Presented by Charles Hanskat, Executive Director/Technical Director, American Shotcrete Association

– Get a basic overview of the shotcrete process, cover the design, specifying & detailing considerations for shotcrete placement.

– Understand how the shotcrete process has significant sustainability benefits.

– Field considerations & final appearances possible when using shotcrete.

– Discuss how to achieve quality and durability of shotcrete.

Learn More About Equipment Financing - Trans Lease

11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Presenter: Andy Bruns, Trans Lease Inc.

12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Break

12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.

12:30 p.m. – 1:10 p.m.

Current Ways To Be Sustainable Using Concrete - USGBC

12:30 p.m. – 1:10 p.m.

Presenter: USGBC

Steps Needed To Get Into The Volumetric Business

12:30 p.m. – 1:10 p.m.

Presented by Mark McDonough, I-80 Concrete

– Understand the process from research to implementation of a volumetric business
– Discuss why customers go into the business and the results they have seen

1:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

Customer Project Spotlight

1:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

Presenter: Cemen Tech with a Customer

Join us as we go through how volumetric technology has affected a construction business.

Utility Construction In A New Administration

1:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

Presenter: Doug Carlson, CEO, NUCA and Zach Perconti, Legislative & Governmental Affairs Associate, Wyman Associates

Working With DOT's

1:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

Presenter: Cemen Tech

– Learn how to handle the common misconceptions and questions from DOT engineers & inspectors.

– Hear about experiences using volumetric mixers for full-depth repair projects on highways & airport runways.

– Understand the common certification processes & approved applications found in most DOT specifications.

1:55 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Municipalities Choosing Flowable Fill Over Granular Backfill

1:55 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Presented by Brian M. Killingsworth, P.E., NRMCA

Mr. Killingsworth is Executive Vice President, Local Paving for NRMCA and provides technical support and education to member companies, affiliate associations, contractors, and local owners regarding concrete pavement. Prior to joining NRMCA, Mr. Killingsworth was in pavement consulting for 20 years and conducted work with both concrete and asphalt pavements.

How To Keep Your Mixers Clean

1:55 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Presented by Tony Hood, Regional Dealer Support Manager, Cemen Tech

2:30 p.m. – 3:10 p.m.

Open Chat With Connor Deering, CEO & President, Cemen Tech

2:30 p.m. – 3:10 p.m.

Q&A With Volumetric User Panel

2:30 p.m. – 3:10 p.m.

Presenter: Cemen Tech

Continuous Pouring With A Volumetric Mixer

2:30 p.m. – 3:10 p.m.

Presenter: Cemen Tech

3:15 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.

Construction Update - AEM

3:15 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.

Presenter: Sara Feuling, PE, AEM

This update will highlight what we’ve seen and what we can expect to see in the construction industry, including 2020 equipment trends, 2021 industry outlook, COVID recovery, and federal advocacy.

Sara is the go-to construction industry resource for members of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) in her role as Director of Construction. Prior to joining AEM, Sara spent nearly 10 years with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation in heavy highway construction engineering and project management. Sara holds a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and a master’s degree in engineering, both from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and is a licensed engineer in the State of Wisconsin.