In Memoriam - Robert Lopez
The CCT's longtime executive director (ret.), Bob Lopez, passed away this past December. CCT staff and members are deeply saddened by this loss. Read more...
Announcements
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May 11, 2012
New Pervious Concrete Resources Offered
New state-of-the-art technical resources on pervious concrete pavements are being offered by the National Pavement Technology Center and the American Concrete Institute.
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May 2, 2012
FHWA and TxDOT Showcase Innovations in Westlake
FHWA and TxDOT hosted an innovation showcase in Westlake, TX, that highlighted five cutting-edge technologies that are being demonstrated on the construction of FM 1938.
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April 18, 2012
TxDOT-CCT Concrete Conference Registration is Open!
The official TxDOT-CCT Concrete Conference registration website is now open for attendees, sponsors, and exhibitors. Sign up now!
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March 27, 2012
ACI Pavement Symposium Presentations Available for Download
The American Concrete Institute, at its recent Dallas Spring Meeting, held the "Symposium on Cement-Based Integrated Pavement Solutions," with three technical sessions on concrete pavements in Texas, roller compacted concrete, and soil cement. Downloads of the technical presentations are now available for all.
Media Mentions...
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April 25, 2012
Arlington Concrete Church Will Offer Refuge From Tornados
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March 29, 2012
Diamond Grinding Saves TxDOT $3M on I-35W
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March 17, 2012
Nation's First All-Concrete Drag Racing Track Still Going Strong
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March 13, 2012
Texas is Top State for Portland Cement
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March 8, 2012
TxDOT Has $2 Billion More for Roads
About Us
Cement Council of Texas
1820 Harwood Court
Hurst, TX 76054
817-540-4437 (office)
817-545-7254 (fax)
www.cementx.org
The Cement Council of Texas represents manufacturers of portland cement in Texas. We promote cement and concrete solutions to engineers, architects, contractors, owners, community leaders, and other stakeholders in targeted markets. Additionally, we educate the public about the economic, performance, and sustainability benefits of cement and concrete. We do this through communication, education, and technical service by our highly skilled staff of industry professionals.
In the Spotlight...
CCT Receives ACI's Distinguished Achievement Award
The Cement Council of Texas was presented the American Concrete Institute's Distinguished Achievement Award at the ACI Spring Convention in Dallas on March 18, 2012. The ACI cited CCT "for sustained advocacy of the advancement of concrete technology in Texas through promotional events, legislative activities, educational seminars, and publications." Read more...
Projects and Solutions...
Austin's Hornsby Bend Facility Garners ACPA Award
Austin's Hornsby Bend Biosolids Management Facility expanded its existing 25 acre roller compacted concrete pavement processing pad in 2011, with an additional 16 acres of continuously reinforced concrete. The innovative design by HVJ Associates, and fast, high-quality construction by Chasco Constructors, resulted in a national Gold Excellence in Concrete Paving Award from the American Concrete Pavement Association. Read more...
Upcoming Events
- June 6-9: 2012 TPWA Annual Public Works Conference in Mesquite at the Mesquite Convention Center & Exhibit Hall. Visit CCT at our exhibit.
- Dec. 3-5: TxDOT/CCT Concrete Conference in Austin. This is the only venue in Texas where TxDOT engineers and administrators, metropolitan planning organizations, local road agencies, consultants, contractors, and suppliers gather together to discuss the latest advances, concerns, and hot topics, related to concrete and the Texas Department of Transportation.
The list above shows events, webinars, seminars, and conferences organized by the Cement Council of Texas and other industry groups. Click on the following links for a monthly combined CCT/Industry calendar, a CCT-only calendar, or an industry-only calendar.
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