International Concrete Technology Forum 2019 – Dubai

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20 Nov 2019

Implementing smart technologies and practices in the concrete industry, surely became a must as several Mega Construction Projects are taking place in the GCC region with strict specifications and challenging requirements.

National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA), a U.S. based organization, Grey Matters, an innovative professional entity based in UAE, and Dubai Municipality are organizing the 11th International Concrete Technology Forum (ICTF) which will feature the latest advances, technical knowledge, regulations and future trends in concrete technology. The conference will take place in Dubai on the 27th and 28th of November in Roda Al Bustan Hotel.

This year and for the first time three new industries are on board, two as Platinum Sponsors in addition to the Ready-mix concrete and the Admixture sponsors. The industries are Cement Manufacturers and Concrete Ice Plants. And one as Gold sponsor from motor industry.

Local, regional and international speakers will share topics like 3d Concrete Printing, Self-Healing Concrete, Energy Efficient Concrete Cooling System, Sustainability of Concrete and Cement, Non-destructive Testing and more. A new topic will be presented targeting personal development and mindset for flexible corporate strategy through technology. The 2019 ICTF Dubai will feature a concrete plant site visit, where applied environmental solutions and systems will be demonstrated showing how it impacts positively the community surrounding the yard as well as how it leads to financial savings covering the three pillars of sustainability.

Dubai Municipality, NRMCA and Grey Matters, will delightedly carry on for the fourth year with the “Dubai Municipality Awards” for the Ready Mix Concrete and Precast companies in Dubai that was introduced for the first time during the 2016 ICTF. Companies will be rewarded for several achievements.

The 11th International Concrete Technology Forum delivers learning and networking opportunities on the latest advances, technical knowledge, research, tools and solutions for sustainable concrete manufacturing, design, and construction. Attendees will receive up to 10 professional development hours (PDH’s). Researchers, authorities, academics, students, engineers, architects, contractors, concrete producers, public works officials, material suppliers and concrete industry professionals are invited to join the ICTF and be part of this networking platform.