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Optimizing Mix Design: Part 2

Tuesday, July 8, 2025

In this article, we explore the technical and financial impacts of optimizing concrete mix design for pumpability in construction projects. We offer key insights, such as the importance of achieving an optimal aggregate gradation to minimize pump pressure, balancing paste volume within a well-graded granular skeleton, and managing risks like segregation and excessive concrete pump pressures. Proper mix design not only reduces issues like line clogging, but also ensures smoother operations, better efficiency and cost savings. By understanding and leveraging these strategies, concrete pumping professionals can achieve regulatory compliance, reduce project costs and enhance the durability of their work, solidifying their competitive edge in the industry. The graphic below offers a quick overview of paste content relative to pumping pressure and cost.

New Members from June 2025

Tuesday, July 1, 2025

Welcome to the American Concrete Pumping Association!

S&S Concrete Pumping
23-39 129th Street
College Point, NY 11356

Southwest Ohio Concrete Pumping
4401 Hamilton Cleves Road
Hamilton, OH 45013

The Professionals Concrete Pumping, Inc.
990 Peele Road
Clayton, NC 27520

 

New Members from May 2025

Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Welcome to the American Concrete Pumping Association!

 

Boomtown Concrete Pumping LLC
6650 NW Third Place
Ocala, FL 34482

Cemtech Concrete Pumping
3224 Three Bars Rd
St Geroge, UT 84790

Concrete Pumping Services CPS, LLC
615 Herrington Rd
Petal, MS 39465

Dynamic Holdings of Polk County LLC
4216 Hammond Dr
Winter Haven, FL 33881

Dave Adams

Tuesday, May 27, 2025

With great sadness and heavy hearts, we share the passing of Dave Adams, former President and CEO of Putzmeister and former ACPA Board Member, on Sunday, May 25, 2025. 

New Members from April 2025

Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Welcome to the American Concrete Pumping Association!

Absolute Group
1800 Burr Oak Blvd
Granger, IA 50109

Bryan Mann
3735 Carceacre Rd
Alpine, CA 91901

Corona Pump & Screed
4883 W. Picacho
Las Cruces, NM 88007

Jackson Concrete Pumping
2323 Brooklyn Rd
Jackson, MI 49203

Pandemonium Equipment Inc.
100 Boucle Jeanne Cir Apt 302
Maitland, FL 32751

ACPA ANNOUNCES SAFETY TRAINING FOR CONTRACTORS

Monday, April 14, 2025

During World of Concrete 2025, the concrete industry’s largest annual gathering, the American Concrete Pumping Association (ACPA) announced the launch of the Coworker Safety Training program. Designed for contractors who work with and around concrete pumps, the program aims to bolster safety and education for more than 56,000 concrete contractors across the U.S.

Weatherton Scholarship Awarded to Three Inspiring Students

Monday, April 14, 2025

The American Concrete Pumping Association is proud to present the 2024 recipients of the Bob Weatherton Scholarship: Leighton Landreth, Isabella Guerini and Katie Glasco. These students embody the leadership and spirit that is integral to the legacy of the late “Big Bob” Weatherton of The Concrete Pump Store in California. Bob served on the ACPA board of directors for more than 40 years and was one of the industry’s most avid champions.

Dale Bone, Sr. Scholarship Awarded to Two Motivated Students

Monday, April 14, 2025

Dale Bone, Sr., a pioneer in the concrete industry and co-founder of Brundage-Bone Concrete Pumping was a dedicated advocate of the industry and a long-serving ACPA Board Member. In his honor, the Bone family established a one-time scholarship fund using the generous contributions made in his memory.  This scholarship will support future generations while preserving Dale’s enduring legacy.

ACPA Announces New Board Members

Monday, April 14, 2025

The ACPA announced the election of its new executive board at the ACPA Annual Meeting and Awards Presentation on January 22, 2025, in Las Vegas, Nevada during World of Concrete 2025.  Elected to serve a one-year term, the newly elected Executive Board includes:

ACPA Honors the 2024 Safe Operator of the Year

Monday, April 14, 2025

Safety is one of ACPA’s highest priorities. Recognizing operators who exhibit exemplary practices is one way to foster a culture of safety at every level in the industry. Nominations for ACPA’s Safe Operator of the Year were submitted by member companies and included at least one recommendation from a supervisor, coworker or customer. As a condition of award consideration, all nominees held valid ACPA operator certifications. An independent safety consultant selected the winner according to the criteria of safety record, workforce development and a spirit of furthering the industry.

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