BCMI President Craig Yeack at a roundtable discussion at ConcreteWorks

Join BCMI President Craig Yeack at a roundtable discussion at ConcreteWorks, “Bridging the Gap: AI solutions for concrete producers,” on Sunday, October 13 at 3:30 p.m., Colorado Ballroom A. Engage in a discussion with leading AI service providers. This session aims to explore how AI technologies can be tailored to meet the specific needs of the concrete industry, fostering collaboration and innovation. Bring your ideas, thoughts, suggestions and questions. 

In Yeack’s latest Tech Trends article, he discussed this very topic. He dives into what ready-mixed concrete jobs might look like after the AI bubble pops. Read more here.

Here are some engagements with our partners that we hope you can join:

Panel: Pre-construction Planning for Sustainable Concrete Using PLC
October 12, 2024 3:30 PM-4:30 PM

This session involves stakeholders involved in the construction of the Ferguson International Center in Bloomington, IN. The panelists will discuss pre-construction best practices for sustainable concrete. Topics will include factors considered when using portland-limestone cement (Type IL) from the cement supplier, concrete producer, and contractor perspectives.
Chad Clark, Irving Materials, Inc. 
Mike Collins, Heidelberg Materials 
Concrete Innovations: The Future of Low-Carbon Concrete
October 12, 2024 3:30 PM-4:30 PM

This panel discussion will feature several innovations in cementitious materials on the horizon to help the concrete industry meet its goal of carbon neutrality by 2050. The concrete industry has lowered its carbon footprint by 21% from 2014 using existing technologies such as mix optimization, blended cements, SCMs and admixtures, just to name a few. But to reach carbon neutrality, there will need to be revolutionary new materials that lower carbon footprint and permanently sequester CO2 in concrete while maintaining high performance. Join this session to learn about the exciting new products in development such as biochar, biocements and calcined clay.
Eric Koehler, Titan America 
Lionel Lemay
Guarding the Digital Realm: Confronting Cyber Threats in the Concrete Industry
October 12, 2024 3:30 PM-4:30 PM

Cyber threats are a growing concern across all industries, including concrete production. This session will provide practical strategies and best practices for protecting your business from cyber attacks, ensuring the security of your digital infrastructure.
Luis Angulo, CalPortland 
Keith Onchuck, Ozinga 
Bridging the Gap: AI Solutions for Concrete Producers
October 13, 2024 3:30 PM-4:30 PM

Engage in a dynamic roundtable discussion with leading AI service providers. This session aims to explore how AI technologies can be tailored to meet the specific needs of the concrete industry, fostering collaboration and innovation. Bring your ideas, thoughts, suggestions and questions to NRMCA associate members who provide AI solutions to concrete producers.
Craig Yeack, BCMI Corp.