Events - PCI Convention & National Bridge Conference - Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute

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Event Overview:

This is a very exciting time, as the PCI Convention and National Bridge Conference has been reinvented. This premier industry event will still have all of the education, meetings, and networking opportunities that you have come to expect and enjoy, but with a new consolidated schedule, and a larger exhibit hall.

PCI Convention and National Bridge Conference co-locates with The Precast Show. This co-location will provide many new and expanded opportunities for attendees of both shows. Highlights include:

A combined exhibit hall, creating the largest tradeshow in North America dedicated to precast concrete with more products and technology than ever before
Savings on registrations, making it possible for attendees to purchase educational offerings of both shows at member prices as long as attendee has a membership with PCI or the National Precast Concrete Association (NPCA)
Access to more knowledge and expertise from industry experts, professionals, and stakeholders, with an estimated 2500 attendees

The PCI Convention and National Bridge Conference proudly offers:

More than 35 education sessions on key areas such as technical, transportation, research, marketing, business, and productivity
More than 65 Committee and Council meetings
New PCI Welcome Program and Luncheon
Celebration of Excellence awards gala
Many networking and learning opportunities

About PCI:

Founded in 1954, the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) is the technical institute and trade association for the precast/prestressed concrete structures industry. As a technical institute, PCI develops, maintains, and disseminates the Body of Knowledge for the design, fabrication, and erection of precast concrete structures and systems by:

Conducting research and development projects in concert with universities and research laboratories nationwide
Publishing a broad array of technical resources including design manuals, state-of-the-art reports, periodicals, and more
Certifying companies and individuals involved in the manufacture and erection of precast/prestressed concrete products
Educating precast personnel and industry stakeholders on the proper specification, design, fabrication, erection, and use of precast/prestressed concrete
Representing the industry in code advocacy activities

About NCPA:

National Precast Concrete Association has represented manufacturers of plant-produced precast concrete products and the suppliers of products and services for the industry since 1965. We are dedicated to expanding the use of quality precast concrete and providing members with the programs and information required to operate a successful precast plant.

* Co-located with The Precast Show

Feb 20

Education - Workshop

8:00am - 6:30pm

PCI QC School - Level II

Meetings - Committee Meeting

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Continuing Education Committee

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Parking Structures Committee

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Plant Safety and Environmental Committee

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Quality Activities Council

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Strand Bond Advisory Committee

1:00pm - 4:30pm

Prestressed Concrete Piling Committee

3:00pm - 4:30pm

BIM Committee

3:00pm - 4:30pm

Market Research and Metrics Committee

3:00pm - 4:30pm

Online Academy Advisory Board

3:00pm - 4:30pm

Personnel Training and Certification Committee

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Ascent Advisory Committee

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Building Code Committee

5:00pm - 6:30pm

High Strength Steel and Prestressing Reinforcement Committee

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Leadership PCI Committee

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Pile Producers Committee

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Productivity Committee

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Quality Enhancement Committee

Feb 21

Education - Technical (Non-Peer Reviewed)

8:00am - 9:30am

TECH1:

Education - Workshop

8:00am - 11:30am

PCI QC School - Level II Exam

Education - Feature

9:30am - 5:00pm

FEATURE1: MC2020 Workshop: Opportunities for Future Codes

The International Federation for Structural Concrete (fib) is in the process of revising their model code for concrete structures. This workshop will provide the opportunity for concrete design professionals to learn about the development of the 2020 update to this model code and the major technical advancements which are being considered for this revision.

Meetings - Committee Meeting

8:00am - 9:30am

Architectural Precast Services and Manual Committee

8:00am - 9:30am

Connection Details Committee

8:00am - 9:30am

Digital Marketing Committee

8:00am - 9:30am

Member Recruitment Committee

8:00am - 9:30am

Tolerance Committee

8:00am - 11:30am

Blast Resistance Committee

8:00am - 11:30am

Bridge Producers Committee

8:00am - 11:30am

Fire Committee

8:00am - 11:30am

Precast Sandwich Wall Panels Committee

8:00am - 11:30am

Ties Advisory Task Group

10:00am - 11:30am

FRP Committee

10:00am - 11:30am

GFRC Committee

10:00am - 11:30am

Hollow Core Slab Committee

10:00am - 11:30am

Innovation Committee

10:00am - 11:30am

Marketing Communications Committee

10:00am - 11:30am

Member Engagement Committee

10:00am - 2:30pm

QA Architectural Certification Committee

11:30am - 1:00pm

Transportation Activities Council (TrAC)

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Membership Council

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Seismic Committee

1:00pm - 4:30pm

Marketing Council

1:00pm - 4:30pm

Prestressed Concrete Poles Committee

1:00pm - 4:30pm

R&D Council

1:00pm - 6:30pm

Committee on Bridges

3:00pm - 4:30pm

Industry Handbook Committee

3:00pm - 4:30pm

Student Education Committee

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Business Performance Council

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Chapter Executives

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Educational Activities Council

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Field Safety Task Group

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Technical Activities Council

Feb 22

Education - Executive Leadership

8:00am - 11:30am

EXC2: Workforce Development

Education - Academic

8:00am - 9:30am

EDU2: Student Research I

Call for Student Research Papers Session I

10:00am - 11:30am

EDU2: Student Research II

Call for Student Research Papers Session II

Education - Marketing

8:00am - 9:30am

MKT1: Market Research - The Future Forecast

Market research is used to help companies better understand their customers and the marketplace, and to help shape their future. This presentation will include the latest construction forecast data as well as how to obtain and utilize other market resources available from PCI.

10:00am - 11:30am

MKT2: Usage, Barriers and Measurement of Social Media Marketing

This presentation will examine the use of social media precast concrete firms and explore the challenges facing marketing officers when using social media. It will address social networking practices, particularly usage, perceived barriers, and the measurement of the effectiveness of social media as a marketing tool.

Education - Technical (Non-Peer Reviewed)

10:00am - 11:30am

TECH2:

Education - Feature

10:00am - 11:30am

FEATURE 5: fib Commission 6 Prefabrication, Session 1

The International Federation for Structural Concrete (fib) will be introduced to the attendees and how PCI members can take advantage of the US delegation member of this international organization. The international speakers will share their experiences from their local country regarding the innovative uses of precast concrete.

Meetings - Committee Meeting

8:00am - 9:30am

PCI Foundation Trustees

8:00am - 9:30am

QA Supplier Committee

8:00am - 9:30am

Total Precast Systems Committee

8:00am - 11:30am

Precast Concrete Pavement Committee

8:00am - 3:00pm

AASHTO-T10

10:00am - 11:30am

Erector Committee

10:00am - 11:30am

Financial/Risk Management Committee

10:00am - 11:30am

Professional Member Committee

10:00am - 11:30am

Sustainability Committee

2:00pm - 3:30pm

Journal Advisory Committee

2:00pm - 3:30pm

Erector Certification Committee

4:00pm - 5:30pm

Concrete Materials Committee

Meetings - FIB

8:00am - 9:30am

fib USA Delegation Meeting

2:00pm - 3:30pm

fib Commission 6 - Meeting 1A

4:00pm - 5:30pm

fib Commission 6 - Meeting 1B

The Precast Show

2:00pm - 7:00pm

The Precast Show

Events

11:45am - 1:45pm

PCI Annual Membership Meeting and Awards Luncheon

7:00pm - 8:30pm

Women in Precast Reception

9:30pm - 11:30pm

PCI Foundation After Dark

Feb 23

Education - R&D

8:00am - 9:30am

R&D1: Research and Development I

10:00am - 11:30am

R&D2: Research and Development II

Education - Technical (Peer Reviewed)

8:00am - 9:30am

PAP1: Wall Construction

Insulated precast concrete walls with new materials and consideration of composite behavior plus post-tensioning in walls will be presented.

8:00am - 9:30am

PAP3: New Technologies

Many new technologies will be on the horizon for precast concrete. Papers will include 3D printing and the impact of nanotechnology on materials.

10:00am - 11:30am

PAP2: Precast Concrete Systems

Demands on precast concrete go well beyond simple gravity load resistance. Papers will include fire considerations in hollow core slabs, lighter double tees, and precast concrete frame detailing for disproportionate collapse.

Education - Operations

8:00am - 11:30am

OPER1:

8:00am - 11:30am

OPER2:

Education - National Bridge Conference

8:00am - 9:30am

NBC1: NBC Plenary Session

10:00am - 11:30am

NBC2:

The National Bridge Conference at the PCI 2018 Convention will include over a dozen peer reviewed technical papers and several informative invited educational presentations. The bridge sessions will cover innovative improvements to existing practices as well as emerging new technologies.

1:00pm - 2:30pm

NBC3:

The National Bridge Conference at the PCI 2018 Convention will include over a dozen peer reviewed technical papers and several informative invited educational presentations. The bridge sessions will cover innovative improvements to existing practices as well as emerging new technologies.

2:45pm - 4:15pm

NBC4:

The National Bridge Conference at the PCI 2018 Convention will include over a dozen peer reviewed technical papers and several informative invited educational presentations. The bridge sessions will cover innovative improvements to existing practices as well as emerging new technologies.

4:30pm - 6:00pm

NBC5:

he National Bridge Conference at the PCI 2018 Convention will include over a dozen peer reviewed technical papers and several informative invited educational presentations. The bridge sessions will cover innovative improvements to existing practices as well as emerging new technologies.

Education - Executive Leadership

8:00am - 11:30am

EXC1: Manufacturing Engagement: A Plan For Retaining Good Talent

Attendees will discover the factors that influence employee engagement, retention and recognition. Discussion and activities on how to increase engagement levels with simple, actionable ideas that attendees can immediately put into practice.

Education - Feature

8:00am - 9:30am

FEATURE6: fib Commission 6 Prefabrication, Session 2

International speakers from different continents will share their experiences regarding the innovative uses of precast concrete in their local country.

10:00am - 11:30am

FEATURE7: fib Commission 6 Prefabrication, Session 3

International speakers from different continents will share their experiences regarding the innovative uses of precast concrete in their local country.

1:00pm - 2:30pm

FEATURE3: Precast/Prestressed Concrete Buildings in Japan

Japanese practices in precast/prestressed concrete buildings will be discussed. Several structural design and construction examples such as stadiums, office buildings, and condominiums will be addressed with newly developed precast concrete construction methods. Quality control practice in the production of precast concrete members and construction of precast concrete buildings will be introduced based on the Japan Architectural Standard and Specifications (JASS, published by the Architectural Institute of Japan) and on certificate systems.

1:00pm - 4:15pm

FEATURE2: Designing and Building with Precast Concrete

This 3 hour AIA accredited course will explore the versatility of precast concrete, including the range of building envelope systems and the infrastructure needed from the ground up. Attendees can learn about the efficiencies of precast concrete, from effective R-values and energy efficiency to time savings due to enhanced speed of construction and building occupancy schedules.

2:45pm - 4:15pm

FEATURE4: Prestressed Concrete Bridges in Japan

Recent advances in bridge construction, monitoring, and deck replacement technologies in Japan will be discussed. The attendees will see innovative construction methods of bridges and fiber sensor technology to monitor bridges. As in the U.S., bridge deck deterioration is an issue and replacing them on bridges with heavy traffic is even a bigger issue. The attendees will be exposed to the technique used in Japan to replace deteriorated and absolute bridge decks.

The Precast Show

11:00am - 5:00pm

The Precast Show

Events

5:00pm - 7:00pm

PCI Design Awards Reception

Meetings - FIB

1:00pm - 2:30pm

fib Commission 6 - Meeting 2A

1:00pm - 2:30pm

fib Commission 6 - Meeting 2B

2:45pm - 6:00pm

fib Commission 6 - Meeting 3A

2:45pm - 6:00pm

fib Commission 6 - Meeting 3B

Feb 24

Education - Academic

8:30am - 10:00am

EDU1: PCI Foundation Education Programs: Curriculum Insight

New precast curriculum is being added to schools of architecture, engineering and construction management through the US thanks to grants by the PCI Foundation. This program will explore how those programs are working and give insight to how local precast industry can work with universities to help them develop new material to help students learn about our industry.

Meetings - Committee Meeting

1:00pm - 4:30pm

LPCI Kickoff

1:00pm - 5:30pm

PCI Board of Directors

The Precast Show

10:00am 1:00pm

The Precast Show

Events

6:00pm - 10:00pm

Precast Postgame Experience at Mile High Stadium

Meetings - FIB