Blended Cement in Concrete: Technical Guidance and Proven Applications

Panelists:

• Michelle Wilson, American Cement Association
• Brian Killingsworth, National Ready Mixed Concrete Association
• Tom Binkowski, Barton Malow Company
• Joey Schneider, DPR Construction

Description:
This session is a recap of a panel session presented at the 2026 AGC Conference in Orlando, Florida. It will provide a comprehensive overview of blended cement use in concrete, combining technical guidance with real-world applications.

Attendees will gain insights into current cement types and specifications, practical approaches to trial batching and mixture optimization, and valuable lessons learned from large-scale construction projects. Case studies from major construction projects-including a 1.8 million sf automotive facility and multiple data centers-highlight practical challenges, solutions, and proven applications of blended cement in the field.

The program includes an opportunity for deeper dialogue and audience-driven Q&A.

Learning Objectives:

• Review current blended cement types, specifications, and their impact on the properties of concrete.
• Explore best practices for trial batching and optimizing concrete mixtures with blended cements.
• Gain insight into owner-general contractor discussions about schedule and sustainability targets, and how different cement and concrete options can be implemented to achieve their goals.
• Engage directly with experts on best practices when using blended cements through a moderated panel and audience Q&A.

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