Add Ten Gallons Concrete Podcast

In this conversation, Joey and Paul interview Dustin "Ox" Heiland, a quality manager at Concrete Supply Company. They discuss his journey from college to a leadership role in the concrete industry. The conversation explores the industry's evolution, the challenges of managing quality in concrete production, and the importance of sustainability in construction. They also highlight the impact of pop...

Joey and Paul interview Ben Lentine at Concrete Works 2024 in this conversation. They discuss the show's atmosphere, the importance of networking, and the exciting developments in the concrete industry, particularly the collaboration among different stakeholders. Ben shares his experiences at the event, including the driver championship and the overall energy of the venue, highlighting the signifi...

In this conversation from ConcreteWorks 2024, the team interviews Justin Lazenby from Thomas Concrete. They discuss the importance of innovation and sustainability in the concrete industry. They reflect on their long-standing relationship and the evolution of concrete practices, emphasizing the need for open-mindedness and effective communication in adapting to new technologies. The conversation a...

In an exciting special episode from ConcreteWorks 2024, the hosts and Lee Thrasher talk about their love for college football, focusing on recent games and their experiences at ConcreteWorks. They also discuss the industry's recovery post-COVID, Lee's move from the ready-mix business to CTS, and the innovative uses of CTS's shrinkage-compensating concrete. The conversation emphasizes the significa...

On this episode of the Add 10 Gallons Concrete Podcast, hosts Joey and Paul discuss college football rivalries and innovations in the concrete industry, including electric concrete trucks and manufactured sand. They interview Scott Kelly, a prominent figure in the Southeast concrete industry, and discuss the challenges and experiences, emphasizing the importance of quality control and understandin...

In this episode, Joey and Paul discuss college football blowouts, construction projects, and the global demand for sand and its environmental impact. They also discuss the Bell family's farming experiences and challenges. Later, Paul and Ali Biparva from Kryton International talk about waterproofing in concrete structures and the solutions offered by Kryton International. They cover topics such as...

In this conversation, Paul and Joey discuss the dry-pour method of pouring concrete. They explore the process of pouring bagged concrete without mixing it in a wheelbarrow, instead pouring it directly into a form and adding water on top. They discuss the strength and durability of dry-pour concrete, as well as its limitations and applications. They also touch on the importance of proper curing and...

In this episode, Joey and Paul discuss their experiences with ordering from Amazon and reveal the staggering number of orders their families have placed over the years. They also discuss the upcoming college football season and their expectations for their favorite teams. The conversation then shifts to discussing a Construction Dive article highlighting the increase in abandoned private construct...

In this episode of the Add 10 Gallons Concrete Podcast, Joey and Paul discuss the potential of 3D-printed concrete homes and their benefits. They highlight the durability and energy efficiency of concrete homes and the potential to address housing affordability issues. The conversation references Thomas Edison's interest in concrete homes in the early 1900s and draws parallels to current advanceme...

Summary After a year-long hiatus, the Add 10 Gallons Concrete Podcast is back. The hosts, Joey and Paul, catch up on what has happened in the concrete industry and their personal lives. They discuss Huber's acquisition of Active Minerals, their new customers and projects, and their travels worldwide. They also talk about the coaching changes in college football and the upcoming 12-team playoff. Th...

In this episode the Add 10 guys talk with Billy Ripple (Solutions Specialist at Command Alkon) about the importance of IT in the concrete industry.  There have been huge advancements in technology within the concrete industry and Command Alkon has been at the tip of the spear with innovation, implementation, and communication. Billy comes on the podcast to discuss the inner workings of how technol...

In this bonus content episode the Add 10 Guys talk about the political, economic, and industry struggles related to a port in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico. Vulcan owns it, Cemex uses it, and the Mexican Government is highly involved with it.  This episode will take a deep dive into the players involved, their history, what this means for the concrete industry moving forward, and everything you need to...

In this episode the guys talk about OSHA... it goes exactly how you think it would. Then Conor Cooper (Business Development - Ultra Low Carbon Concrete) joins the podcast to talk about Carbonbuilt's  XPRIZE-winning technology that reduces concrete’s embodied carbon by 70% to over 100%. Paul and Josh ask pressing questions regarding Carbon Credits, sustainability of resources, viability of eco-frie...

Joey joins the podcast to catch up with Paul and Josh to put a bow on the 2023 edition of the ConExpo. Joey asks some great questions about the show from a perspective of someone who wasn't able to attend this year. The guys talk about the best parts of the show and what can be improved, as well as what the industry can look forward to in 2026 for the next edition of ConExpo.  Enjoy! 

Josh and Paul have survived day 2 and are here to tell the tale. Topics include their first trip in the Vegas Loop Tunnel, all of the in-person interviews and booth tours that will be published for the pod audience, emerging engine technology, tires, grease, and anything else you can think of. Wish you were here! 

Paul and Josh discuss all that they were able to take in on a busy first day at the 2023 version of ConExpo in Las Vegas. Tune in to get a first hand recollection of all there is to see, hear, and do at the largest Construction Expo in the Western Hemisphere. 

In this episode of the Add 10 Podcast the guys are joined by Scott Brown, part owner of Construction Technology Partners. Scott brings his vast wealth of knowledge about construction technology, and its ever changing landscape to the podcast. The conversation takes a deep dive into how Scott and his business partner service small to medium size contractors with their tech servicing and training ne...

In this edition of the Add 10 Podcast the guys talk about the current economic status as well as concrete made with edible materials! Afterwards they bring on Ryan Penlerick, Program Director of the Texas State Concrete Industry Management Program. Ryan discusses the many aspects of this position and his steps in the concrete industry leading up to Program Director. He gives an overview of TSU's b...

In the first installment of the Add 10 More segment Paul, Joey, and Josh talk about the New Jersey Low Embodied Carbon Concrete Leadership Act. A bill promoted as a financial performance bonus for concrete producers that provide product with quantifiable embodied-carbon reductions on state projects.  The bill is set to take effect in 2024, but the benchmarks producers have to reach to gain federal...

Ron Macken is the owner and founder of "Lightwave Laser," a precision artistry laser cutting company based in California Wine Country. Following a round of devastating wildfires that shocked the region, Ron began his quest to build a home that would stand the test of time, as well as whatever else nature could throw at it. His journey, undoubtedly led him to concrete as the source of construction...

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Joey and Josh have survived their second day at the World of Concrete. Hear what they had to say about what was seen, heard, and talked about at the concrete industries largest trade show.

Joey and Josh discuss their concluding thoughts on what was an eventful day one of walking the floor at the 2023 World of Concrete Convention. They discuss the massive increase in attendance, new industry trends, and some great presentations given throughout the day.

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