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A Conversation with incoming CFA President Ken Kurszewski
We sat down with Ken Kurszewski, president of Cru Concrete, Inc., to discuss his recent experience with low cylinder breaks. Kurszewski shared valuable insights from his career, including lessons learned and strategies for managing challenges in concrete construction. Q1: IN YOUR EXPERIENCE, HOW OFTEN DO LOW CYLINDER BREAKS OCCUR, AND WHAT CHALLENGES HAVE YOU SEEN […]
Adapting to New Materials and Industry Demands in the Concrete Industry
By CFA Staff In the concrete construction sector, each project often has at least one challenge that requires a lot of creativity and research to solve. In addition, the standards for materials, tools and methods are constantly changing. Sustainability targets, new performance expectations and operational constraints require a more adaptive mindset for planning and delivery. […]
CFACON26: Your Path to Industry Excellence
Companies attend industry events for different reasons, but the most successful share a commitment to continuous learning, adaptability and operational excellence. CFACON26 is designed to support those goals. From July 21–23, 2026, the cast-in-place concrete industry will convene in Milwaukee, Wis., for three days of education, exhibits and meaningful networking. Hosted at the Brookfield Conference […]
Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer as a Replacement for Steel: Q&A with Industry Leaders
Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) is competing with steel for the position of the preferred method of reinforcement in concrete foundations. GFRP’s high tensile strength, low weight and natural resistance to corrosion reduce maintenance, streamline installation and improve both safety and long-term ROI. We asked three leading fiberglass rebar manufacturers who are all CFA members—GatorBar, […]
Exhibitors and Sponsors Support CFA at CFACON26
This year’s CFACON will be held in Milwaukee, Wis., from July 21-23. CFACON is made possible by its sponsors and exhibitors. Here is a sample of who is sponsoring or exhibiting at CFACON26. Mateenbar Exhibitor Mateenbar Composite Reinforcements (Mateenbar) is the global leader in Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) rebar, delivering innovative, sustainable and corrosion-free […]
Logistics in Construction: A Q&A with Estes Express
Efficient logistics and shipping are the backbone of any successful construction project. From ensuring materials arrive on time to managing costs, the challenges of logistics can make or break a project’s timeline and budget. To shed light on this critical aspect of the industry, we sat down with Estes Express, the CFA’s trusted shipping partner, […]
Magazine Issues
On the Ground in Utah — CFA Executive Retreat
By Trenton Baty, Membership & Marketing Director Spring has been full speed ahead for the CFA and our members. From project backlogs to planning major events like CFACON25, the pace has been nonstop. That’s why the CFA Executive Retreat in Salt Lake City came at the perfect time—it was a chance to step away from […]
WE SEE YOU: Celebrating Our Crews for Their Commitment to Safety!
N S Giles, CFA member from Bangor, Maine, is in the middle of commercial concrete work on the Mayflower Hill Residence Hall Project where they are celebrating 130 days injury-free with a team Safety Lunch! Project Overview: Construction of a new 112,000 sq. ft. residence hall on Colby College campus, designed to house 217 juniors […]
Why Membership Matters: Capturing Concrete from a New Perspective
Featuring Nate Salter, Mint Drone Shots When Nate Salter launched Mint Drone Shots, he wasn’t just starting a business, he was stepping into a new industry, building a bridge between the concrete construction industry and the wider world. Armed with a drone, a sharp eye and a deep appreciation for the grit behind the craft, […]
Caught In Action
Often, friendly crew competition is one of the ways to inspire quality to increase within your company. Even the everyday, mundane tasks can be claimed as recognition of the great work that is accomplished for the customer. CFA contractor member, Coello & Associates from Waukesha, Wisconsin recently evidenced this through social media with the self-proclaimed […]
A Human Writer versus ChatGPT: A Live Debate
By Danny Judge, Tier 3 Technology Solutions A guy can only write so many articles about how fast AI is improving and why organizations should take precautions, so I decided to show you instead. I staged a live debate—a content writer versus ChatGPT, duking it out over who is the better writer. The Preparation: I […]
Design and Construction of GFRP Reinforced Residential Concrete
By Danielle Kleinhaus, Mateenbar Composite Reinforcements Greetings fellow CFA members! Is your crew tired of hauling steel rebar around your job sites? Are you sick of looking at rusty rebar and rust stains on your concrete? With this article, I want to introduce you to a construction innovation that you can apply to your business […]
The Limits of Colloidal Silica for Concrete Densification, Strength and Abrasion Resistance
By Derick Rainey, Vice President Nox-Crete Inc. This white paper has been reproduced with approval from Nox-Crete Inc. Executive Summary This white paper critically examines the claims surrounding colloidal silica as a densifier for Type 1L concrete, specifically regarding its efficacy for enhancing strength, densification and abrasion resistance. While colloidal silica is widely promoted for […]
Building Back Better: Concrete and Fire
The second article in a series about concrete housing By Joe Nasvik There are many ways to build a concrete home; the most popular methods today include removable form, precast concrete, grout-filled concrete block, and insulating concrete forms (ICF). Concrete homes can be very expensive modern constructions, built to look like any other house on […]
Cru Concrete Gives High School Students Hands-On Learning about Rewarding Careers in Concrete Construction
The American construction industry is one of the largest in the world, with a commitment to quality, safety and longevity. And within the United States, Wisconsin stands out as a great place to be a construction worker. According to the Associated Builders and Contractors’ 10th annual Merit Shop Scorecard released in December 2024, Wisconsin ranks […]
La Edición Primavera 2025 de la Revista Concrete Facts ya Disponible en Español
La Concrete Foundations Association (CFA) se complace en anunciar la edición en español de la última publicación de su revista sectorial, Concrete Facts. Publicada trimestralmente tanto en inglés como en español, Concrete Facts ofrece valiosos conocimientos , experiencia técnica y actualizaciones de la industria para los profesionales de concreto que hablan inglés o español en […]
Concrete Facts Magazine Spring 2025 Issue Now Available in Spanish
The Concrete Foundations Association (CFA) is excited to highlight the Spanish-language edition of the latest issue of its industry magazine, Concrete Facts. Released quarterly in both English and Spanish, Concrete Facts delivers high-value insights, technical expertise and industry updates to English- and Spanish-speaking concrete professionals across North America and beyond. According to James Baty, Executive […]
How to Rewire Your Brain for Success
The human brain is incredibly adaptable. It holds the potential to change, learn and grow throughout our lives. However, many people unknowingly sabotage this by operating with a fixed mindset, the belief that abilities and intelligence are static. Research shows that this mindset limits personal and professional success, as well as discourages positive change. On […]
