Season 1
Feb. 15, 2024
EP #077: Concrete Tension - The Strength of Post-Tensioning
In this episode, Seth interviews Neel Khosa from AMSYSCO, a post-tensioning supplier, to introduce post-tensioning and its history. Post-tensioning is a form of concrete reinforcement that uses high-strength steel cables ins…
Feb. 8, 2024
EP #076: Lighten the Load - How to Remove Steel from Concrete
Summary In this episode of Concrete Logic, Seth interviews Dr. Aaron Fisher to discuss the use of fiberglass rebar (GFRP) as an alternative to steel rebar in concrete construction. He explains the fabrication process and the…
Feb. 1, 2024
EP #075: How to Unlearn Everything You Know About Moisture in Concrete
Summary In this episode, Seth interviews Robert Higgins, a flooring concrete consultant specialist, about the issue of moisture in old concrete. Robert explains that moisture in older concrete is caused by a condition called…
Jan. 25, 2024
EP #074: Type IL Cement - A Concrete Conundrum
Summary In this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, Kyle Kammer from Concrete Strategies and Seth discuss the challenges and troubleshooting methods related to Type 1L cement. The conversation covers the reasons why Type …
Jan. 18, 2024
EP #073: Hardened by Law - The Future of Concrete Accountability
Summary In this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, Dr. Jon Belkowitz discusses the lack of accountability among civil engineers in the concrete industry. He highlights the disconnect between the design and implementation…
Jan. 11, 2024
EP #072: GPR - Enhancing Concrete Sawing & Drilling Safety
In this Concrete Logic Podcast episode, Seth interviews Dave Mulcahey from GPRS about concrete sawing and drilling technology and the importance of safety in the industry. They discuss the major technology for scanning concr…
Jan. 4, 2024
EP #071: Concrete 3D Printing That Makes $ense
In this Concrete Logic Podcast episode, Seth interviews Darren Baldwin, the president of Pikus 3D, a 3D printing company in the construction industry. They discuss the unique approach of Pikus 3D, which focuses on commercial…
Dec. 28, 2023
EP #070: Concrete vs. Microbes: The Battle Beneath Our Streets
In this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, host Seth talks to Sam Lines from ConSeal about microbial-induced concrete corrosion, particularly in the sewer system. They discuss various ways to mitigate this, including usi…
Dec. 21, 2023
EP #069: Dampening the Risk: Concrete and Moisture Emissions
Summary In this Concrete Logic Podcast episode, Dean Craft discusses the topic of concrete moisture vapor emissions. He explains that moisture vapor emissions occur when residual moisture in concrete is released and can caus…
Dec. 14, 2023
EP #068: Banking on a Greener Concrete
In this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, Seth interviews Jason Adams from Megaslab, a technology company focused on optimizing concrete design and reducing material usage. They discuss the concept of jointless slabs an…
Dec. 7, 2023
EP #067: Maturity Meters - The Concrete Cylinder Breakup
Get ready for an illuminating episode of Concrete Logic! Our host Seth sits down with Mark Chase from RPX Technologies to delve into the world of maturity meters in construction. Discover the science behind these game-change…
Nov. 30, 2023
EP #066: UHPC, Not Your Grandma’s Concrete
In this episode, Bill Kulish from Steelike discusses ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) and its applications in bridge construction. UHPC is a composite material with a high binder content and a low water-cement ratio. I…
Nov. 22, 2023
EP #065: Reclaiming Fly Ash: A Concrete Solution
Ever wondered how reclaimed fly ash could revolutionize the concrete industry? Tune into this episode of the Concrete Logic podcast where we’re shaking things up with Pete Paone. We’re diving deep into the world of reclaimed…
Oct. 26, 2023
EP #064: Nano Concrete
Usually in concrete construction, we think about the big things we can see - formwork, rebar, ready-mix concrete, tower cranes, trucks, excavation equipment, and laser screeds. In this episode, we will explore the benefits o…
Oct. 12, 2023
EP #063: The Future of Concrete is Robotic
In this riveting episode of the Concrete Logic podcast, we’re thrilled to have Danielle Proctor, the CEO of Advanced Construction Robotics, as our special guest. Danielle, with her 25 years of experience in technology constr…
Oct. 5, 2023
EP #062: Dr. Concrete's Top 5 Concrete Tech
What existing concrete technology is making the biggest impact in the industry? Join us for this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast as Dr. Jon Belkowitz of Intelligent Concrete returns to the show to share his top 5 concr…
Sept. 28, 2023
EP #061: Capturing the Concrete Boogeyman
What is carbon capture? Why is CO2, the gas that we all exhale, considered a pollutant when it comes to producing concrete? This Concrete Logic Podcast episode features a special guest, John Kline, a seasoned chemical engine…
Sept. 21, 2023
EP #060: Concrete's Lightweight Champion
How light can concrete get? On this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, we’re diving into the world of cellular concrete with Kirk Roberts, Vice President of Preconstruction at CJGeo. In this episode, we’ll explore the fa…
Sept. 7, 2023
EP #059: Skate 4 Concrete
Welcome to another thrilling episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast! Today, we’re breaking the mold and diving into a unique intersection of concrete and… skateboarding? That’s right! We’re joined by Crystal Howard, the innov…
Aug. 24, 2023
EP #058: Challenging Concrete Trends: AI, CO2 Emissions, & Type 1L
Get ready for a no-holds-barred conversation on the Concrete Logic Podcast! In this episode, we’re bringing back Matt “Mr. Concrete” McCombs, a veteran of the ready-mix industry and a die-hard Ohio State Buckeyes fan. We’re …
Aug. 17, 2023
EP #057: Concrete Chemistry from Cement's Perspective
Join us on the latest episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast as we delve into the intricacies of cement production with industry veterans Pete Paone and Robert Higgins. We’re pulling back the curtain on cement kiln dust, its …
Aug. 10, 2023
EP #056: Concrete's Potential
🎧 Join us on the Concrete Logic Podcast as we explore the fascinating world of concrete alkalinity and its impact on the longevity of concrete structures. Our returning guest, Robert Higgins, sheds light on the changes in ce…
July 27, 2023
EP #055: Concrete Logic Origin
Ever wondered how an MBA dropout could end up as a business development executive in the concrete industry? Or how a podcast could change the way we think about concrete? In this episode of ‘Concrete Logic Origin’, we dive i…
July 20, 2023
EP #054: Concrete Contractors' 12 Most Essential Books
📚👷♂️ Are you a concrete contractor or just passionate about the industry? Don’t miss our latest episode, “Concrete Contractors’ 12 Most Essential Books”! 🎧 We’ve got Jim Klinger from the American Society of Concrete Contrac…