One of the highest rated breakout sessions at ConcreteWorks 2013 was "Concrete Buildings Redefined," presented by Kentucky Ready-Mixed Concrete Association’s (KRMCA) Brett Ruffing. For those who could not attend, NRMCA will host an encore presentation as a Webinar on Tuesday, February 11, at 2 p.m. Eastern time. The Webinar will be offered at no charge.

"Concrete Buildings Redefined takes a look at meeting modern construction goals and construction code requirements with an ancient material," says Ruffing. "Many in-place concrete structures stand as testaments to concrete's durability and show that, with concrete construction, disaster resilience is a possibility. But concrete buildings can also be energy efficient, and possibly net-zero energy buildings. This Webinar explores how Insulating Concrete Forms (ICF) can offer the historic benefits of concrete construction while also meeting the latest requirements for sustainability and resilience."

Ruffing reports that there have been well over 100 projects in Kentucky in the last five years that have utilized ICF construction. A good number of those projects have been school buildings, including three Net-Zero Energy schools. Additionally, the city of Bowling Green has been showing a preference for ICF construction for all municipal building projects.

"This is a must-see presentation for everyone in the design community," says NRMCA Senior National Resource Director Phil Kresge. "Brett is an exceptional presenter and his program is eye-opening." The presentation includes case studies of completed ICF projects and cost comparisons to steel and wood construction practices.

"Presenting this program in a Webinar format provides promoters an opportunity to host an educational seminar for their local architects, engineers and developers," adds Kresge. "And best of all, it’s free." The one-hour presentation qualifies for one continuing education learning unit from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) or one Professional Development Hour (PDH) for engineers. 

Register online or, for more information, contact Phil Kresge at pkresge@nrmca.org.