Concrete Logic Podcast: Building Knowledge and Pouring Wisdom, One Episode at a Time

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Oct. 15, 2024

EP #101: How to Start Your Journey as a Ready-Mix Concrete Driver

In this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, host Seth interviews Abigail Olson, a 24-year-old ready-mix driver and author. Abigail shares her journey into the concrete industry, discussing the challenges she faced in obtaining her commercial driver's license (CDL) and the unique aspects of her job. She describes a typical…

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Oct. 15, 2024

EP #101: How to Start Your Journey as a Ready-mix Concrete Driver

In this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, host Seth interviews Abigail Olson, a 24-year-old ready-mix driver and author. Abigail shares her journey into the concrete industry, discussing the challenges she faced in obtaining her commercial driver's license (CDL) and the unique aspects of her job. She describes a typical…

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Oct. 3, 2024

EP #100: How to Build a Successful Career in Concrete Construction

In this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, Seth interviews Richard Williams, Senior Director of Talent for Baker Construction. They discuss the importance of hands-on experience in concrete careers, the growing demand for professionals in the industry, and the impact of technological innovations. Richard shares insights on career paths available…

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Oct. 3, 2024

EP #100: How to Build a Successful Career in Concrete Construction

In this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, Seth interviews Richard Williams, Senior Director of Talent for Baker Construction. They discuss the importance of hands-on experience in concrete careers, the growing demand for professionals in the industry, and the impact of technological innovations. Richard shares insights on career paths available…

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Sept. 25, 2024

EP #099: The State of Concrete 3D Printing

Jarett Gross defines 3D printing. Full episode here: https://www.concretelogicpodcast.com/ep-099-the-state-of-concrete-3d-printing/

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Sept. 24, 2024

EP #099: The State of Concrete 3D Printing

In this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, Seth interviews Jarett Gross, founder of Automate Construction, who discusses the evolution of construction automation and 3D printing. Jarett emphasizes the need to differentiate between different types of 3D printing technologies and materials, as they vary significantly. He believes that 3D printing…

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Sept. 24, 2024

EP #099: The State of Concrete 3D Printing

In this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, Seth interviews Jarett Gross, founder of Automate Construction, who discusses the evolution of construction automation and 3D printing. Jarett emphasizes the need to differentiate between different types of 3D printing technologies and materials, as they vary significantly. He believes that 3D printing…

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Sept. 12, 2024

EP #098: Concrete Challenges: Mastering Water-to-Cement Ratios

In this Concrete Logic Podcast episode, Seth, Rich, and Dr. Jon discuss the potential issues with water-to-cement ratios in concrete production. They highlight the challenges of using new cement and fly ash materials, as well as the variability in water content and cement quantities. The conversation emphasizes the importance of…

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Sept. 12, 2024

EP #098: Concrete Challenges: Mastering Water-to-Cement Ratios

In this Concrete Logic Podcast episode, Seth, Rich, and Dr. John discuss the potential issues with water-to-cement ratios in concrete production. They highlight the challenges of using new cement and fly ash materials, as well as the variability in water content and cement quantities. The conversation emphasizes the importance of…

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Sept. 3, 2024

EP #097: The Power of Hyrdogels in Concrete Restoration

In this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, Seth and Dan McCoy discuss aging concrete and how to responsibly treat and maintain it. They talk about the importance of maintaining existing infrastructure and extending the life of aging concrete structures. Dan shares his experience working on IDIQ contracts in Indiana,…

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Sept. 3, 2024

EP #097: The Power of Hydrogels in Concrete Restoration

In this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, Seth and Dan McCoy discuss aging concrete and how to responsibly treat and maintain it. They talk about the importance of maintaining existing infrastructure and extending the life of aging concrete structures. Dan shares his experience working on IDIQ contracts in Indiana,…

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Aug. 22, 2024

EP #096: Understanding the Maturity Method in Concrete Construction

In this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, Seth and Dr. Jon Belkowitz discuss the concrete construction maturity method. The maturity method is an estimation technique that predicts in-place concrete strength based on temperature and time. It involves determining the datum temperature and activation energy, developing maturity curves in the…

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Aug. 22, 2024

EP #096: Understanding the Maturity Method in Concrete Construction

In this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, Seth and Dr. Jon Belkowitz discuss the concrete construction maturity method. The maturity method is an estimation technique that predicts in-place concrete strength based on temperature and time. It involves determining the datum temperature and activation energy, developing maturity curves in the…

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Aug. 15, 2024

EP #095: Carbon Infused Concrete

In this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, Seth interviews Shaun Lane, founder and president of NanoCrete, about the use of graphene in concrete. They discuss the potential of graphene as a wonder material and its ability to improve the performance of concrete. Shaun explains that graphene is a carbon…

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Aug. 15, 2024

EP #095: Carbon Infused Concrete

In this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, Seth interviews Shaun Lane, founder and president of NanoCrete, about the use of graphene in concrete. They discuss the potential of graphene as a wonder material and its ability to improve the performance of concrete. Shaun explains that graphene is a carbon…

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Aug. 6, 2024

EP #094: Exploring the Advantages of Lightweight Concrete

In this episode of the Concrete Logic podcast, Seth interviews Kevin Cavanaugh from Arcosa Lightweight Aggregates about lightweight concrete. They discuss the history and types of lightweight aggregates, the advantages of using lightweight concrete, and the special considerations for handling and finishing lightweight concrete. They also touch on the use…

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Aug. 6, 2024

EP #094: Exploring Advantages of Lightweight Concrete

In this episode of the Concrete Logic podcast, Seth interviews Kevin Cavanaugh from Arcosa Lightweight Aggregates about lightweight concrete. They discuss the history and types of lightweight aggregates, the advantages of using lightweight concrete, and the special considerations for handling and finishing lightweight concrete. They also touch on the use…

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July 25, 2024

EP #093: Colloidal Silica: The Nano-Particles Concrete Dreams About

In this episode, Dr. Jon Belkowitz and Seth discuss colloidal silica and its various applications in the concrete industry. Dr. Jon highlights the differences between colloidal silica and silicates, emphasizing the benefits of using colloidal silica as a densifier and for surface treatments. He also mentions the ongoing efforts to…

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July 25, 2024

EP #093: Colloidal Silica: The Nano-Particles Concrete Dreams About

In this episode, Dr. Jon Belkowitz and Seth discuss colloidal silica and its various applications in the concrete industry. Dr. Jon highlights the differences between colloidal silica and silicates, emphasizing the benefits of using colloidal silica as a densifier and for surface treatments. He also mentions the ongoing efforts to…

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July 18, 2024

EP #092: Concrete Contractors Unite: PLC Troubleshooting

In this episode, Seth interviews Mike Hernandez, the Technical Director of the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC), about a survey they conducted on Portland Limestone Cement (PLC). The survey aimed to understand the challenges and differences contractors were experiencing when using PLC compared to traditional cement mixes. Mike discusses…

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July 18, 2024

EP #092: Concrete Contractors Unite: PLC Troubleshooting

In this episode, Seth interviews Mike Hernandez, the Technical Director of the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC), about a survey they conducted on Portland Limestone Cement (PLC). The survey aimed to understand the challenges and differences contractors were experiencing when using PLC compared to traditional cement mixes. Mike discusses…

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July 9, 2024

EP #091: Rethinking Time Limits on Concrete

In this episode, Seth interviews Rich Szecsy, an executive in the concrete supply industry. They discuss the recent change in the batch time for concrete from 90 minutes to 120 minutes. Rich explains the history behind the 90-minute time limit and the lack of scientific justification for it. He emphasizes…

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July 9, 2024

EP #091: Rethinking Time Limits on Concrete

In this episode, Seth interviews Rich Szecsy, an executive in the concrete supply industry. They discuss the recent change in the batch time for concrete from 90 minutes to 120 minutes. Rich explains the history behind the 90-minute time limit and the lack of scientific justification for it. He emphasizes…

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June 27, 2024

EP #090: High-Performance Concrete

In this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, Seth welcomes back to the show Bill Kulish with Steelike, Inc. Bill explains the unique properties of UHPC, its durability, and its resistance to temperature variations. The conversation also covers the cost and quality control of UHPC compared to traditional concrete. The…

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