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Ottawa-based company, Giatec Scientific Inc., is revolutionizing the construction industry by bringing smart concrete testing technologies and real-time data collection to the forefront of every jobsite. Learn more about Giatec Scientific Inc Mission and Core Values, or read more about Giatec Scientific's Line of Products. We are bringing long-overdue change to a conservative industry by addressing the current challenges in concrete testing, analysis, design, and production. Click the following links to learn more about Giatec Scientific's Management Team and Research and Development Team.

Monitoring Concrete Temperature With Wireless Sensors

Giatec Scientific October 29, 2020

Running temperature measurements of your pour after placement is one of the most important steps in the construction of a concrete structure. That is why ensuring optimal curing conditions for your element is critical, especially during extreme weather conditions. The hydration process (the chemical reaction between hydraulic cement and water) can be drastically impacted if freshly placed concrete is exposed to temperatures that are too high or too low, compromising the strength development of a mix design. Furthermore, if temperature differentials are too high, thermal cracking can occur. By closely checking temperature measurement variances with concrete temperature thermometers during element curing, you will ensure that the strength, quality, and durability of your structure are acceptable. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now Find a concrete temperature solution for your next project!When…

7 Common Mistakes to Avoid During Cold Weather Concreting

Giatec Scientific September 24, 2020

Although contractors might wish they did not have to perform tasks like pouring concrete in winter, construction does not stop when temperatures drop. As the concrete temperature fluctuates in response to changing weather conditions, the concrete is subject to different curing conditions resulting in sporadic strength gain. Contractors must prepare long before the weather changes to adequately protect fresh concrete. Having the right equipment ready to use at the jobsite, such as tarps and blankets, can help avoid unnecessary delays and unsafe development of cold-weather concrete. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now What Is Considered “Cold Weather” When Dealing With Concrete?In the American Concrete Institute (ACI) 306: Guide to Cold Weather Concreting “cold weather” is defined as three or more consecutive days of low temperatures, specifically outdoor temperatures below 40°F…

The Limitations of the Concrete Maturity Method

Giatec Scientific September 23, 2020

As a company that develops and produces concrete testing equipment, we can’t stress how important it is to properly test concrete with reliable equipment. In the last decade, we’ve seen the arrival of real-time sensors that make it easier than ever to gather data and put it to good use. As maturity becomes more and more popular on jobsites around the world, we thought we would shed some light on what the concept of concrete maturity is and what its limitations are. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now What Is the Maturity Concept of Concrete? As stated in ASTM C1074: Standard Practice for Estimating Concrete Strength by the Maturity Method, the maturity concept of concrete can be used to “estimate the in-place strength of concrete to allow the start of critical…

How IoT Is Revolutionizing the Concrete Industry

Giatec Scientific September 17, 2020

The construction industry is experiencing a massive shift, with the Internet of Things (IoT) at the forefront of innovation. This transformation is particularly evident in concrete construction, where IoT is reshaping how we build, monitor, and maintain structures. At Giatec, we are excited to lead the charge in bringing IoT-powered solutions when it comes to revolutionizing the construction industry, providing smarter, faster, and more efficient ways to manage concrete installations. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now What Is IoT in Concrete Construction? In simple terms, the Internet of Things (IoT) refers to a network of connected devices embedded with sensors, electronics, and software that communicate with each other. For concrete, this means integrating sensors directly into concrete structures to collect real-time data on a variety of parameters, such as temperature, strength,…

Toward the Prediction of Pore Volumes and Freeze-Thaw Performance of Concrete Using Thermodynamic Modelling

Giatec Scientific September 4, 2020

Giatec continues to uphold the value of bridging the gap between academic research and sustainable construction on the jobsite. Every year, we recognize civil engineering students, researchers and faculty across Canada and the U.S. with the Giatec Best Paper Award for Sustainability in Construction. Below is a summary of the 2020 winning paper submitted by Keshav Bharadwaj, Deborah Glosser, Mehdi Khanzadeh Moradllo, O. Burkan Isgor, W. Jason Weiss under the title Toward the Prediction of Pore Volumes and Freeze-Thaw Performance of Concrete Using Thermodynamic Modelling. Find how you can join the list of winners and showcase your research to a global audience of industry experts while receiving a monetary award of 1,000 USD here. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now SummaryConcrete is a porous material consisting of pores ranging from the nanometer scale up…

Role of IoT-Based Technology for Testing Concrete Strength and Temperature

Giatec Scientific August 25, 2020

What is the Internet of Things (IoT)? You may have heard the phrase but don’t really know what it means. Don’t worry, it is much less complicated than you may think! This article defines the concept very simply as “taking all the things in the world and connecting them to the Internet.” These devices can then send or receive information and act on it. It has been years since the first IoT technologies made an appearance and now they are everywhere, including in the construction industry. Business Insider states that “there will be more than 41 billion IoT devices by 2027, up from about 8 billion in 2019.” Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now IoT is starting to become part of every aspect of the jobsite with the increasing use…

Concrete Maturity vs. Concrete Cylinder Test: Which Method is More Effective?   

Giatec Scientific August 14, 2020

When it comes to any construction project that requires the use of concrete, whether it’s a hospital, residential building, road, bridge, or dam, concrete strength testing is an essential step in ensuring the integrity and durability of a structure. Furthermore, whether or not a project will move forward is dependent on those test results, impacting a project’s timeline and budget, as well as a company’s reputation. The ability to gather the most accurate data is of utmost importance to contractors, managers and engineers alike. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now The Concrete Cylinder TestThe concrete cylinder test involves casting concrete cylinders on-site before sending them off to a third-party lab for compression testing. This method involves two types of concrete cylinder specimens:According to ASTM C31: Standard Practice for Making and…

What Is Post-Tensioning and How Does It Affect Concrete Strength?

Giatec Scientific August 12, 2020

Understanding Compressive Strength vs. Tensile Strength Ensuring your concrete is durable and stable isn’t just about achieving an acceptable level of compressive strength, which is the concrete’s ability to withstand loads that crush or squeeze it. You also need to consider its tensile strength, and the concrete’s ability to withstand loads that will likely elongate or stretch it. Since concrete naturally has a relatively high compressive strength and low tensile strength, contractors will often apply reinforcement techniques to increase the latter. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now Concrete structures such as office buildings, parking lots, bridges, and sports stadiums require high tensile strength because, without them, the concrete will struggle under the weight it has to carry due to a lack of flexibility, leading to cracking and weakening of the structure….

The Top 25 Concrete Influencers to Follow in 2020

Giatec Scientific August 7, 2020

As social media platforms continue to grow, it can be overwhelming to decide who to follow. That is why we created this list of our favorite concrete influencers, five from Twitter, five from Instagram, five from YouTube, and ten from LinkedIn. These users cover many different facets of the construction industry and will provide you with a variety of knowledge. Lastly, Giatec is also active on LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram, so be sure to check us out too! Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now TwitterConstructConnxFirst on our list, ConstructConnect is an amazing resource for construction information. Posting multiple times per day, this is a great account to follow for construction and technology news and information.RandyDeutsch, Illinois, USAIn his bio, Randy Deutsch (FAIA) describes himself as an “architect, author, blogger, collaborator, connector, content curator,…

How to Stay Up to Date in the Concrete Industry

Giatec Scientific July 30, 2020

The internet has an extraordinary amount of knowledge on any topic, including concrete and construction! At the same time, we know that not all of this knowledge is trustworthy. This is why we’ve created a list of our favorite resources to help you navigate the concrete industry. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now The Big Concrete AuthoritiesTo start, there are two organizations that always contain trustworthy, important information. These are ASTM International and the American Concrete Institute. ASTM International provides over 12,000 standards for a variety of industries, including construction. When researching a construction product or company, be sure to check which standards they follow, as it can greatly impact your project.The second authority to refer to is the American Concrete Institute (ACI). With 30,000 members in over 120 countries,…

Wood vs. Concrete: The Best Choice for Builders and GCs

Giatec Scientific July 23, 2020

Wood and concrete have been used in construction for thousands of years and for good reason. Both materials have properties that make them appealing building materials. In this blog, we will tackle the age-old debate of wood vs. concrete. However, before we dive headfirst into this heated debate, we will also clarify cement vs. concrete as well as other considerations to keep in mind. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now As professionals in construction, we know that you can look at this question from various perspectives, which ultimately affects your interpretation of the advantages and disadvantages listed below. We also recognize the distinction between immediate advantages and long-term benefits. In other words, the benefits that a material could provide in the long term may outweigh the drawbacks you experience today….

The Concrete Cube Test Explained

Giatec Scientific July 10, 2020

Concrete testing methods differ from place to place and each country has their own specifications that must be followed. While engineers and project managers in America adhere to the American Standard Testing Method (ASTM) C39 / C39M , Standard Test Method for Compressive Strength of Cylindrical Concrete Specimens, those residing in Britain adhere to the standard BS EN 12390, Testing hardened concrete, Compressive strength of test specimens, outlined by the British Standards Institute. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now What is the Concrete Cube Test?Like the cylinder break test, the concrete cube test is performed for the purpose of determining the compressive strength of a concrete element. The cubes used for this test have a dimension of 150 x 150 x 150 mm as long as the largest aggregate does…

10 Important Things to be Considered in Concrete Maturity Calibration

Giatec Scientific July 8, 2020

Make the Most of the Concrete Maturity Method with These Calibration TipsOne of our favorite subjects to write about is concrete maturity. One of—if not the—most important part of using concrete maturity onsite, is the calibration process. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now While concrete maturity is not a new concept in the industry, it is still one that is not fully adopted. More and more engineers are seeing the benefits of using the maturity method in their projects and are accepting that it can be the most reliable way of testing concrete strength if done properly. The method presents many advantages, including the ability to predict when your concrete will reach the required strength, allowing you to optimize your timelines. Here are 10 tips to help you with your…

Comparative Analysis and Strength Estimation of Fresh Concrete

Giatec Scientific July 2, 2020

Giatec would like to recognize Najeebullah Tareen, Junkyeong Kim, Won-Kyu Kim, and Seunghee Park of Sungkyunkwan University for their incredible research regarding the strength estimation of fresh concrete based on ultrasonic wave propagation and maturity. In their academic research, they used SmartRock® sensors to access data regarding the hydration temperature history. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now AbstractRecently, the early-age strength prediction for RC (reinforced concrete) structures has been an important topic in the construction industry, relating to project-time reduction and structural safety. To address this, numerous destructive and NDTs (non-destructive tests) are applied to monitor the early-age strength development of concrete. This study elaborates on the NDT techniques of ultrasonic wave propagation and concrete maturity for the estimation of compressive strength development. The results of these comparative estimation approaches…

The Lighter Side of Concrete

Giatec Scientific June 29, 2020

In 1971, the One Shell Plaza pierced the Texas skyline, breaking the city record for the tallest building. This 52-storey building broke another record as the world’s tallest building made of lightweight concrete. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now Today, this record has been surpassed with towers reaching far more impressive heights and standards. Most notably, Renzo Piano’s The Shard, a marvelous 95-floor structure made of lightweight concrete that took only four years to build!Suspended floors have been benefiting from lightweight concrete for years, as it reduces the weight on the structure and increases fire resistance. Because lightweight concrete is typically thinner, it is made of different ingredients from traditional concreteAlthough lightweight concrete costs more to produce, it offers numerous benefits to contractors.What Is Lightweight Concrete?The main difference between lightweight…

Electromechanical Behavior of Cementitious Materials for Diagnosing Health of Structures

Giatec Scientific October 24, 2019

Giatec continues to uphold the value of bridging the gap between academic research and sustainable construction on the jobsite. Every year, we recognize civil engineering students, researchers and faculty across Canada and the U.S. with the Giatec Best Paper Award for Sustainability in Construction. Below is a summary of the 2019 winning paper submitted by Mo Li and her team, Unveiling Electromechanical Behavior of Cementitious Materials for Diagnosing Health of Concrete Structures. Find how you can join the list of winners and showcase your research to a global audience of industry experts while receiving a monetary award of 1,000 USD here. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now SynopsisThis work elucidated the effects of damage and self-healing on the frequency-dependent electrical response of strain-hardening cementitious materials. Electrical impedance spectroscopy was conducted…

Concrete Temperature Monitoring in Cold Weather for Jobsite Optimization

Giatec Scientific October 1, 2019

Optimizing Jobsite Workflow in Cold TemperaturesFor many construction companies it is approaching the time of the year when dropping temperatures play a massive role in your workers day to day operations, especially where concrete is involved. To avoid compromising concrete production and placement, specific procedures need to be followed to ensure strength development. Concrete gains strength more slowly in colder temperatures. For this reason, accurate and consistent temperature monitoring of your in-situ slab is important so that the quality of your structure is optimal. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now What is Cold-Weather Concreting?“Cold weather concreting” is defined by the American Concrete Institute (ACI) 306: Guide to Cold Weather Concreting as the procedures relating to the placing, finishing, curing, and protection of concrete during cold weather. Monitoring temperature and meeting…

Mastering Concrete Pouring in Winter With Smart Technology

Giatec Scientific September 27, 2019

Winter construction presents unique challenges, especially when it comes to concrete pouring. Cold weather can significantly impact concrete curing, potentially leading to costly delays and structural issues. However, with the right strategies and innovative technology like Giatec’s SmartRock® sensors, concrete pouring in winter doesn’t have to slow your project down. It can be managed efficiently with real-time data and smart solutions. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now The Impact of Cold Weather on ConcreteWhen temperatures drop, the hydration process of concrete slows down, which affects both the strength development and durability of the mix. Concrete that fails to reach the necessary strength within a certain timeframe can face freezing before it properly cures, leading to cracking, reduced load-bearing capacity, and long-term durability issues. For construction teams, this means projects can…

One-part alkali-activated blast furnace slag for sustainable construction at subzero temperatures

Science Direct | March 22, 2021

Highlights OP cement and one-part alkali-activated blast furnace slag (AAS) mortars were compared. Effects of subzero temperatures on hardened-state properties were determined. One-part AAS mortar gained a higher compressive strength. Compressive strength retrieval in AAS mortar after converting it to room temperature. Construction season in cold areas could be extended by using one-part AAS materials. AbstractThe construction season is limited in northern countries due to the severe cold weather conditions and their detrimental impacts on concrete quality. Thus, there are excessive expenses required annually for insulation and energy-intensive heating systems for cold-weather concreting. This experimental study aimed to investigate the potential of using high-strength one-part alkali-activated blast furnace slag (AAS) in cold weather without the need for supplementary heating systems. Therefore, the impacts of different subzero curing temperatures on the hardened properties of one-part AAS mortar in comparison with cement…

The ConTechCrew 255: In Love with Concrete with Aali Alizadeh from Giatec

The ConTechCrew | February 19, 2021

This week’s construction tech news with James Benham (@JamesMBenham), and Rob McKinney (@ConAppGuru) Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now Featuring: Interview with Aali Alizadeh from Giatec Construction Tech News of the Week

Giatec’s AI-Based SmartMix Application Improves Concrete MIX Performance, Reduces Emissions

Heavy Equipment Guide | February 18, 2021

Giatec has announced that their artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm, Roxi, is now incorporated in SmartMix, a new web-based dashboard that enables producers to optimize concrete materials and predict the performance of their mixes. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now “The SmartMix platform has helped us communicate with our customers and provide transparency. We can give them better insights into when our mixes will achieve a specified early-age strength to help them with their construction schedule,” says Patrick Frawley, P.E., Director of Quality Assurance, Central Concrete.With the SmartMix dashboard, producers can adjust the proportions of their concrete mixes, such as the use of chemical admixtures and amount of cement. With millions of datapoints used to train the AI algorithm, the program’s suggestions ensure that these adjustments will meet a mix’s designed compressive…

Giatec Scientific Warming to the Challenge of Building a Greener Concrete Industry

Ottawa Business Journal | February 18, 2021

Pouria Ghods and his colleagues at Giatec Scientific aren’t just paying lip service to fighting climate change – they have a concrete plan of action. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now One of Ottawa’s hottest tech startups, Giatec specializes in developing wireless sensors that measure the quality and consistency of concrete during the construction process and beyond.Founded just over a decade ago, the company has evolved into a global leader in its field. Giatec appeared on OBJ’s list of fastest-growing companies three years ago, and last fall it finished in the top 100 on Canadian Business magazine’s prestigious Growth List with five-year revenue growth of nearly 1,400 per cent.Now, the engineering whizzes at Giatec have turned their attention to tackling one of the planet’s most pressing problems: global warming. They’ve created a new web-based…

Giatec’s AI-Based SmartMix Application Provides Concrete Producers Transparency

AIThority | February 17, 2021

SmartMix Online Dashboard Equips Producers with a Comprehensive Platform that Improves Concrete Mix Performance and Reduces CO2 Emissions Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now Giatec, world leader in concrete testing technologies, has announced that their artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm, Roxi, is now incorporated in SmartMix, a new web-based dashboard that enables producers to optimize concrete materials and predict the performance of their mixes.“The SmartMix platform has helped us communicate with our customers and provide transparency. We can give them better insights into when our mixes will achieve a specified early-age strength to help them with their construction schedule,” says Patrick Frawley, P.E., Director of Quality Assurance, Central Concrete.

Optimize the Performance of Your Concrete Mix with the Web-based SmartMix App Dashboard

For Construction Pros | February 16, 2021

Giatec’s SmartMix is a web-based dashboard that enables producers to optimize concrete materials and predict the performance of their mixes. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now “The SmartMix platform has helped us communicate with our customers and provide transparency. We can give them better insights into when our mixes will achieve a specified early-age strength to help them with their construction schedule,” says Patrick Frawley, P.E., Director of Quality Assurance, Central Concrete.Giatec Scientific Inc.With the SmartMix dashboard, producers can adjust the proportions of their concrete mixes, such as the use of chemical admixtures and amount of cement. With millions of datapoints used to train Roxi, Giatec’s artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm, the program’s suggestions ensure that these adjustments will meet a mix’s designed compressive strength and other performance criteria.

Giatec’s New AI-Based SmartMix Application

Concrete Decor | February 16, 2021

Giatec is a world leader in concrete testing technologies. Giatec SmartMix now incorporates their artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm, Roxi. This is a new online dashboard that enables producers to optimize concrete materials and predict the performance of their mixes. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now “The SmartMix platform has helped us communicate with our customers and provide transparency. We can give them better insights into when our mixes will achieve a specified early-age strength to help them with their construction schedule.” Says Patrick Frawley, P.E., Director of Quality Assurance, Central Concrete.With the SmartMix dashboard, producers can adjust the proportions of their concrete mixes, such as the use of chemical admixtures and amount of cement. With millions of datapoints used to train the AI algorithm, the program’s suggestions ensure that these adjustments will…

Federal Government Invests $55.1 Million in 20 Cleantech Companies

betakit | February 11, 2021

The Government of Canada today announced an investment of $55.1 million to be distributed among 20 cleantech companies from across Canada. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now The funding comes from Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) and is meant to support small and medium-sized companies that are developing solutions to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, lessen the environmental impacts of conventional mining methods and support sustainable agricultural practices.Recipients of the funding include startups in the cleantech and agtech sectors.The more than $55 million is part of the federal government’s climate protection plan, with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced in December. As part of this, $750 million was allotted to re-capitalize SDTC over the next five years, with part of the goal being to help Canadian entrepreneurs commercialize clean technologies. The…

Government of Canada Invests in Canadian Clean Technology Innovations

Government of Canada | February 11, 2021

More than $55 million to support R&D on clean solutions in the energy, agricultural and resources sectors Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now The Government of Canada is making investments that will lay the groundwork for a stronger, greener and more resilient economy, which will create opportunities for all Canadians. A strong economic recovery will be built on Canada’s leadership in growing markets in the low-carbon economy. That is why the government is supporting Canadian innovators in clean technology, as the solutions they create will support well-paying jobs for Canadians and help contribute to the global fight against climate change.Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced investments of $55.1 million in 20 clean technology companies across Canada through Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC). This funding will support…

International Concrete Abstracts Portal

American Concrete Institute | February 9, 2021

Title: Numerical Simulation of Internal Relative Humidity of Concrete Exposed to Drying Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now Author(s): Sarah De Carufel, Andrew Fahim, Pouria Ghods, and Rouhollah AalizadehPublication: Materials JournalVolume: 117Issue: 6Appears on pages(s): 101-110Keywords: ASTM F2170; concrete drying; concrete relative humidity; finite element modeling; moisture transport; permeability; pore size distribution; resilient flooringDate: 11/1/2020Abstract:This paper presents a model developed to predict the internal relative humidity (RH) of concrete during drying. The model makes use of simplified inputs, including the concrete mixture design and the cement Bogue composition, thus making it accessible to engineers and practitioners. These inputs are used to separately determine the permeability of both liquid and vapor phases, hence solving for moisture transport through an empirical derivation of the (de) sorption isotherm, total porosity, and pore tortuosity. The model is validated using previously published literature…

Lafarge Canada – Roadmap to NetZero Carbon Emissions

Lafarge Canada Inc. | February 3, 2021

Join Robert Cumming, Director of Environment at Lafarge Eastern Canada, as he explains how we plan to build a world that is greener, smarter and that works for all. Learn about our efforts toward a Net Zero future and circular economy. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now

Virtual Net Zero Construction Conference on Sustainable Concrete

Construction Links | January 28, 2021

January 28 @ 11:30 am – 5:00 pmThe Net Zero Construction Conference brings together the top leaders in sustainable construction to discuss the trends and technologies that are paving the way for a net-zero future. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now Schedule11:30am (EST) Opening Remarks11:45am (EST) Sustainable Construction Practices That Pay Off12:45pm (EST) The Drive to Net Zero: Going from “Talking the Talk” to “Walking the Walk” – LaFarge Canada1:10pm (EST) Procore & Power of Platform1:30pm (EST) Break1:45pm (EST) Setting the Foundation for our Future Panel2:30pm (EST) Chair Yoga Break2:45pm (EST) Ready Mix Producer Perspective to Low Carbon Concrete – US Concrete3:05pm (EST) Top 10 Ways to Reduce Concrete’s Carbon Footprint3:35pm (EST) Embracing Sustainable Technology4:30pm (EST) NetworkingLet’s Chart the Future of Our Industry Together

Canadian Concrete Pumpers 2021 edition

Canadian Concrete Pumpers | January 21, 2021

The 2021 issue of the Canadian Concrete Pumpers magazine includes features on Edmonton’s LRT project, wind farm projects that Lafarge is working on in the Canadian Prairies, and more. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now

How COVID-19 will change the construction industry in 2021: Giatec’s review

Heavy Equipment Guide | January 13, 2021

Giatec, a global company known for the first wireless concrete testing sensor and artificial intelligence (AI), unveils their predictions for the construction industry in 2021 including a significant increase in the use of labour-saving tools, digital technologies and software, and growth in online learning. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now Jobsites are trying to adapt and find solutions to the challenges presented by the pandemic since it began in late 2019. It is predicted that the use of new technologies and construction automation software will increase because it will assist in reducing the amount of close contact between individuals onsite and follow health and safety guidelines in an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19. These trends will help offset setbacks resulting from new working conditions and counter construction slowdown. “As…

Ottawa Business Journal Winter 2021

Issuu | January 6, 2021

Ottawa’s tech firms to watchThe companies that will make their mark on the post-pandemic economy. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now Ottawa’s authoritative source of business news, covering tech, tourism, real estate and other key economic sectors in Canada’s capital.

Organizations – December 2020

Concrete Products | December 21, 2020

The American Society of Concrete Contractors has named Cleveland general contractor Donley’s Inc. and Davidson, N.C. specialty contractor Wayne Brothers Inc. as W. Burr Bennett Award for Safety Excellence recipients, based on 2019 metrics. The ASCC Safety & Risk Management Council presents the honor in partnership with major underwriter CNA, judging candidates on three years of performance indicators; a self-assessment checklist of company practices; and, detailed descriptions of safety plans and culture. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now Among top-performing general contractors, Donley’s also earned an Outstanding Safety Achievement Award for lowest incident rate (160,000-650,000 work hours), joining Sundt Construction Inc., Tempe, Ariz. (> 650,000 work hours) and Quesenberry’s Inc., Big Stone Gap, Va. (> 160,000 work hours). Leading Outstanding Safety Achievement Award recipients among specialty contractors are TAS Commercial…

The Role Wireless Concrete Sensors Can Play During the Pandemic

For Construction Pros | December 18, 2020

Giatec is emphasizing safety on construction jobsites during COVID-19 with wireless concrete monitoring sensors, SmartRock. These award-winning sensors give contractors access to a comprehensive analysis of their concrete’s performance directly on their mobile devices. This speeds up and enhances the process of collecting, analyzing, and sharing important data without the need to be in close contact with other workers on the jobsite. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now Since the global pandemic began in late 2019 construction projects around the world have been decreasing the number of workers onsite, or shutting down altogether, in an effort to reduce contact between individuals and prevent the spread of COVID-19. Project managers are turning to advanced technologies to offset resulting setbacks while continuing to meet the housing, building, and infrastructure needs of the…

Make the Future – Industry Insights, a new web series featuring engineering alumni

University of Ottawa - Faculty of Engineering | December 15, 2020

The Faculty of Engineering at uOttawa presents Make the Future Industry Insights, a new web series hosted by Zoya Abou-Jaish, a fourth year Electrical Engineering student. While respecting social distancing, Zoya virtually met with faculty alumni to get a better idea of what’s going on in their industry. She also took this opportunity to ask them questions about their career path since graduation. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now Thanks to their knowledge and experience, alumni offer precious advice to students and young alumni as part of this web series. They reflect about what they could have done differently if they could go back in time. In conclusion, there are certainly some lessons to be learned from past economic crises.In this episode of the Make the Future Industry Insights web…

About Giatec

Giatec is a global company revolutionizing the construction industry by bringing smart testing technologies and real-time data collection to the forefront of every jobsite. Giatec’s suite of hardware and software products has leveraged advanced technologies such as AI and the Internet of Things (IoT), including wireless concrete sensors, mobile apps, and advanced non-destructive technologies (NDT) to drive innovation throughout concrete’s lifecycle and reduce concrete’s carbon footprint.

Our suite of hardware and software products has leveraged advanced technologies such as; Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Internet of Things (IoT), including; wireless concrete sensors, mobile apps, and advanced non-destructive technologies (NDT) to drive innovation throughout concrete’s lifecycle.

Combining wireless concrete sensors and mobile apps, Giatec has developed smart IoT-based technologies, like SmartRock® concrete maturity sensors, for real-time monitoring of concrete properties. This provides critical information to contractors so they can make efficient and informed decisions on the jobsite, ultimately saving time and money. Ready-mix producers also leverage the SmartRock® Plus cloud, which gives them access to concrete performance data to optimize their mix designs.

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