- Episode #50: Roadmap to Carbon Neutrality for the Cement and Concrete Industry Portland cement has been the default binder material in concrete for more than 100 years. The environmental impact of manufacturing portland cement is well understood and documented, and regulators impose strict requirements on all cement producers to monitor and report emissions. Listen More
- Episode #49: 3d Printing The Future Since its emergence in 1990, 3D concrete printing capabilities have grown exponentially. In this episode, we learn more about Black Buffalo 3D. They are a leading provider of 3D construction printers and materials offering the only solution in the world to meet ICC-ES AC509 criteria for printing structural walls. Listen More
- Episode #48: Innovations in Precast with OTB Materials Outside The Box Materials (OTBM) patented continuous production methods make it economically feasible to replace Portland cement in concrete without increasing costs. Listen More
- Episode #47: Welcome To The Carbon Age In this episode of The Precast Podcast we continue the discussion on sustainability and how industry partners are working to make the concrete industry more environmentally friendly. Listen More
- Episode #46: Can Concrete Be Green In this episode, we sit down with CarbonCure and learn how some newer technology can teach an old dog some new tricks. Listen More
- Episode #45: Master Precaster Program NPCA’s Master Precaster program helps position precast concrete professionals for continued career advancement. Offered as part of NPCA’s Precast University, the Master Precaster program includes precast-specific training with comprehensive education courses for production, safety, technical, quality control, and leadership. Listen More
- Episode 44: The History Of Concrete: Thousands Of Years Of Lessons Learned During this presentation we will examine the origins of concrete as a building material, and consider the milestones of development that were made to achieve the advanced concrete technology of today. We will learn about careful material selection and the importance of such concepts as water cement ratio by exploring the historic perspective of those who contributed to the progress of the concrete industry. We will examine some examples that emphasize just how durable concrete is, and take a closer look at what effects the durability of such structures. Listen More
- Episode #43: Watertight Precast Concrete Tanks… From Walls to Joints to Risers In this episode of The Precast Podcast, we dive into watertight tanks from the walls to the joints to the access risers! Listen to our 7th "Virtual" Technical Engineering Seminar today! Listen More
- Episode #42: Teamwork Makes The Dreamwork We are blessed to be having a successful year and cannot thank our employees, partners, and customers enough! Listen More
- Episode #41: Rock Solid with Recon Wall Systems We have come a long way with our partners at Recon Wall Systems and the future is bright! With 2-Million Square Feet of manufactured and installed retaining wall block throughout the New England market we are an industry leader and here to support your project from start to finish. Listen More
- Episode #40: Precast Days 2021 The National Precast Concrete Association (NPCA) and Shea Concrete Products are presenting "Precast Days" 2021. Listen More
- Episode #39: Understanding And Interpreting A Soil Test Pit Shea Concrete Products is excited to announce our 6th "Virtual" Technical Engineering Seminar. Topics include how to describe soil horizons, soil color, redoximorphic features, soil textures, soil consistence, soil structure, geomorphic descriptions, and soil taxonomy at the soil series level. Participants will learn about the basics of soil profile development and its application for soil interpretations. Listen More
- Episode #38: Everybody’s Working For The Weekend Are you interested in a new career… Are you searching for new challenges… Or are you ready to learn and grow your skill sets within the Precast Concrete industry? Listen More
- Episode #37: Precast Concrete Stairs 101 From initial handshake through final installation we have you covered with our Precast Concrete Stairs product line. In this episode, we sit down with our very own Rich Walsh and go through our Precast Concrete Stairs offering step-by-step. Listen More
- Episode #36: We Make It As Easy As 1... 2... 3 With Easi-Set Precast Concrete Buildings From initial handshake through final installation we have you covered with our Easi-Set Precast Concrete Buildings. Listen More
- Episode #35: Solid as a ReCon Retaining Wall Block Now almost 1/6th of the way into 2021 and seeing the light at the end of the tunnel through a New England Winter we have our sights set on another exciting year of retaining wall opportunities! Listen More
- Episode #34: What A Difference An Hour Can Make Not more than an hour after recording Episode 33 of the podcast our first case of COVID-19 at our headquarters facility was confirmed. What else could 2020 throw at us? Listen More
- Episode #33: A Year To Remember Where did this year go? I mean… Where did this year come from? In this episode of The Precast Podcast we sit down with Greg Stratis (President - Shea Concrete Products) to discuss 2020. Listen More
- Episode #32: Admixtures 101 Admixtures 101 will explore the basics of concrete admixtures from use, classification, and different types of technologies available in the market today. We will also look at specifications and guidelines that drive the need for the use of admixtures, to accomplish many things in both plastic and hard properties of concrete. Listen More
- Episode #31: Advanced Trenchless Rehabilitation Services For Water, Sewer & Industrial Infrastructure This presentation provides an in-depth introduction to the underground infrastructure rehabilitation market. This includes inspection and condition assessment all the way through trenchless "no-dig" repair solutions for critical storm, sewer, and water infrastructure. Listen More
- Episode #30: Watertight Integrity – Damp-Proof vs. Water-Proof From joints to walls, the need for holding water in an assembled concrete structure is an increasingly necessary task. Infiltration can overload the system, and exfiltration may cause contamination of soils. This presentation will explain the differences between watertight (proof) and damp-proof. Joints are often thought of as a concern for water passage; concrete is a porous material and can contribute to leakage as well. You will learn: The types of joints available for pipe and precast -- The hydrostatic resistance of joint materials -- That concrete contains a network of pores -- The purpose of coatings to provide a barrier -- How admixtures can provide hydrostatic water resistance. Listen More
- Episode #29: Concrete Durability for 2020 and Beyond Shea Concrete Products is excited to announce our 2nd "Virtual" Technical Engineering Seminar that is available through our Podcast (The Precast Podcast) and will allow for an online library of technical seminars that professionals can access to gain industry knowledge and stay current with professional development credit hour requirements. Listen More
- Episode #28: Providing industry leading precast concrete buildings from initial concept through final installation--Easi-Set Buildings Engineered to meet your needs … In this episode of The Precast Podcast we take a deep dive into the internal and external support provided by Easi-Set Buildings and Shea Concrete Products to deliver precast concrete buildings throughout New England and beyond. Listen More
- Episode #27: Fibers in Precast Concrete Understanding design objectives and limitations with utilizing steel and synthetic fibers in precast concrete components. We review the role Micro-fibers and Macro-fibers each play in precast concrete as well as some of the design considerations for each. We also review cost analysis to consider in your bottom line. Listen More
- Episode #26: Supporting Your Retaining Wall Needs In New England & Beyond - The ReCon Retaining Wall System In this episode of The Precast Podcast, we take a deep dive into the internal support provided by ReCon Wall Systems Inc. and Shea Concrete Products. ReCon Wall Systems Inc. and Shea Concrete Products work together to deliver technical expertise, industry-leading service, and an industry-leading product line to add value to your retaining wall needs. Listen More
- Episode #25: Making Your Way In The "Precast" World Today In this episode, we talk through the many benefits the industry has offered to one of our very own young engineers who has been able to gain valuable experience in many disciplines far reaching what he thought was possible in his early career. Listen More
- Episode #24: Precast Days & The Importance Of Following-Up The NPCA "Outreach Committee" is starting to gear-up for the 2020 Precast Days initiative. The goal is to have precast facilities throughout the US participate and raise awareness for the precast concrete industry through open houses, plant tours, and educational opportunities being offered to the public. Listen More
- Episode #23: Longevity, Principles That Stick, & 2020 Projections/Goals We close out 2019 with over 122-years of precast concrete experience in the room! We are excited for what 2020 will bring and appreciate the support we have received with this podcast initiative over the past 18-months. Listen More
- Episode #22: The Current "State of the Union" Thus far, 2019 has been a fantastic year and based on current customer activity we have a lot of opportunity left. We are thankful for a robust New England economy and great partnerships. Listen More
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Episode #21: Taking Pride In Your Ride
For over 13-year’s Jody Rhine has been a trusted member as part of the Shea Concrete Products delivery and trucking team. Jody primarily operates our "Crane Trucks" as part of the companies trucking fleet and especially enjoys delivering our watertight tanks throughout New England and beyond.
Listen More - Episode #20: The Heavy-Haulers For 15-Year’s Jason Flibotte has been a trusted leader as part of the Shea Concrete Products trucking team. Jason primarily operates our "Heavy Hauler’s" as part of the companies trucking fleet and delivers products throughout New England and beyond. Listen More
- Episode #19: Welcome to "Hollywood" For over 18-Year’s Jay Bozek has been an integral part of the Shea Concrete Products team. Jay prides himself in being the very best at his craft and making sure each customer is 100% satisfied with every product installation. Listen More
- Episode #18: "Utility" Man For approximately 5-Year’s Nate Brissette has been an integral part of the Shea Concrete Products team and specifically at our Nottingham, NH facility location. Nate prides himself in being able to perform any job at any time and he leads by example on a daily basis. Listen More
- Episode 17: Who Still Uses The Radio To Get Great Marketing Results? For over 9-Year’s Shea Concrete Products has advertised on WEEI. A strong bond exists between Gerry Callahan and Greg Stratis (Shea Concrete Products – President) through marriage. As close to Brothers as you can get Gerry and Greg have a great relationship off and on the airwaves. Listen More
- Episode #16: The ReCon Retaining Wall System For over 15-Year’s the ReCon Retaining Wall System has been a strategic product line for Shea Concrete Products. Shea Concrete is the largest manufacturer of the ReCon Retaining Wall System in North America and this year is showing promise for being the most productive to-date! Listen More
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Episode #15: A Commitment To Family - The Shea Sisters
As Shea Concrete Products approaches its 70th Anniversary later this year it is being led by a very capable group! The Shea families 3rd-Generation is made up of four sisters who all work in different aspects of the business and bring a “can do” attitude to work day in and day out.
Listen More - Episode #14: Prefabricated Precast Concrete Buildings Done “Right” – Easi-Set With the acquisition of Utility Precast in 2010 Shea Concrete Products continued to complement its product line offering with Prefabricated Precast Concrete Buildings by Easi-Set. Listen More
- Episode #13: A Focus On Utility Products With the acquisition of Utility Precast in 2010 Shea Concrete Products continued to complement its product line offering while taking up a physical presence in the Southeastern portion of Massachusetts. Listen More
- Episode #12: Adding-Value One ReCon Retaining Wall Block At A Time Shea Concrete Products is the largest manufacturer of the ReCon Retaining Wall System in North America. We produce an exceptional product, provide industry-leading service, and go the extra mile to help all involved bring a retaining wall project from conceptual design to completion with on-site construction support. Listen More
- Episode #11: Richie “Boomer” Walsh Rich Walsh has been a trusted employee of Shea Concrete Products since 1984. Rich began his career as a driver and transitioned to a sales specific focus shortly thereafter. Listen More
- Episode #10: Teamwork Makes The Dream Work With a combined 56-years of experience at Shea Concrete Products Jamey Robichaud (22-years) and Mark Burns (34-years) keep the Wilmington, MA facility running like a well-oiled machine. Listen More
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Episode #9: NPCA 53rd Annual Convention Wrap-Up
Having the NPCA 53rd Annual Convention in Providence, RI was great being close to home and allowing us to provide multiple manufacturing plant tours. Being the 2nd most attended Convention in history all attendees were able to benefit and learn from each other’s experiences and market trends.
Listen More - Episode #8: Bob "The Wolf" Lopez Bob Lopez has been a loyal employee of Shea Concrete Products since 1977. Bob has worked in all disciplines for the company and performed almost all production tasks including form preparation, pouring concrete, manufacturing bricked stairs, and welding rebar cages to name a few. Listen More
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Episode #7: Commitment to Company & Community
Since 1949 Shea Concrete Products has been a proud family owned and operated business. The right mix of old-fashioned family values, unmatched customer services, and first-rate products continue as company pillars into our 70th Anniversary celebration that will take place in 2019. Our secret weapon continues to be our committed and knowledgeable employees and communities that we operate within. Our focus on employees, local communities, and customer-centered values will continue to serve us well and protect our mission and core values for generations to come.
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Episode #6: The NPCA - Take a New Look at Precast
The National Precast Concrete Association (NPCA): The NPCA has represented manufacturers of plant-produced precast concrete products and the suppliers of products and services for the industry since 1965. They 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. The NPCA 53rd Annual Convention comes to Providence, RI over October 4-6, 2018 and we are excited to be an active part of the agenda! We are also excited to announce our Rochester, MA facility has recently become an NPCA Certified Plant!
Listen More - Episode #5: Striving For Continuous Improvement Instead Of Perfection Our new headquarters facility is nearing completion and our goal is to receive a LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Certification rating once complete. We are constantly working to provide our staff with the best working environment possible and with that will continue to add new options that will enhance the facility. Listen More
- Episode #4: An Eye Toward The Future This podcast episode concentrates on the 2010 acquisition of Utility Precast in Rochester, Massachusetts to the present day. Listen More
- Episode #3: The Shea Way This podcast episode concentrates on the rebranding of the company under the name Shea Concrete Products, growth in the precast concrete industry through product lines manufactured and facility acquisition (New England Precast) in MA (Amesbury) & NH (Nottingham) in 1999, and the origin of "The Shea Way". Listen More
- Episode #2: The Early Years This podcast episode dives into the early history of the company with the origination of E.F. Shea in 1949 to the rebranding of the company in 1975 to Shea Concrete Products. We sit down with Ed Shea (Owner), Bob Flores (General Manager), and Greg Stratis (President) to discuss the “Early Days” of the company. Listen More
- Episode #1: Welcome To The Precast Podcast This podcast episode sets the tone for "The Precast Podcast", provides "the why" behind our goals and intentions in starting the first podcast specific to the precast concrete industry, and provides a high-level overview of Shea Concrete Products from how the company started to where it is today. Listen More
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