ABOUT THE MCC
The Minnesota Concrete Council (MCC) is a non-profit organization that was founded in 1989. MCC is dedicated to advancing education, technical practice, scientific investigation and research into cast-in-place construction by organizing the efforts of its members for a non-profit public service. MCC’s membership base represents design, construction and support industries associated with reinforced and post-tensioned concrete construction. MCC is proud of its growing and diverse membership. Its broad-based membership rivals that of any other local or regional association in the cast-in-place concrete industry. MCC is made up of representatives from the design, construction and support industries related to the reinforced and post-tensioned concrete construction industry.
Education & Events
Presenters are brought in to address items of specific interest and need pertinent to the local area. Monthly breakfast meetings, half-day symposiums and hands-on educational opportunities are offered throughout the calendar year. MCC isn't only about excellent educational opportunities. Two scholarship fundraising events our held every year. Join us in August for our sell-out golf outing and in September for our wildly popular sporting clay shoot.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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June Breakfast Meeting – What Everyone Receiving Fresh Concrete at the Jobsite Should Know
Learn more104 June Breakfast Meeting – What Everyone Receiving Fresh Concrete at the Jobsite Should Know 2019-06-20 07:00:00 2019-06-20 09:00:00 #f57921All too often concrete construction projects are like a game of Hot Potato. Everyone tries to hand off the concrete to the next player before the music stops and someone is stuck with potential liability. Learn how ACI 318 and 301 and ASTM C94 define who is responsible for different aspects of the concrete in the hand-off from the concrete producer to the contractor. Jay Shilstone, FACI (The Shilstone Companies, Inc.) will be the presenter.
Attendees will receive a certificate of attendance for one professional development hour at the conclusion of the event.
Registration opens at 7:00 am. A full hot breakfast buffet will be served beginning at 7:15 am. The presentation will begin at 8:00 am and will conclude by 9:00 am.
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Board of Directors Meeting
Learn more90 Board of Directors Meeting 2019-07-11 07:30:00 2019-07-11 09:00:00 #778286This meeting is intended for members of the MCC Board of Directors and the Chairs of MCC Committees. It is an "invite only" meeting. Questions? Contact Margaret Mills.
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Board of Directors Meeting
Learn more91 Board of Directors Meeting 2019-08-08 07:30:00 2019-08-08 09:00:00 #778286This meeting is intended for members of the MCC Board of Directors and the Chairs of MCC Committees. It is an "invite only" meeting. Questions? Contact Margaret Mills.
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Tech Talk Tuesday: Current Trends in Rebar Detailing
Learn more111 Tech Talk Tuesday: Current Trends in Rebar Detailing 2019-08-13 11:30:00 2019-08-13 13:30:00 #f57921A proper detailing of reinforcement in concrete structures is very important with regards to structural behavior, safety and good performance. However, rules in codes for detailing and minimum reinforcement ratios are not always easy to understand and interpret, since there is very limited or no background information explaining the function and providing motivations. The aim of this presentation is to discuss current trends in rebar detailing and what should be expected from rebar detailers regarding shop drawings quality, presentation and content.
Learning Objectives
1. By the end of the presentation, attendees will be able to list the “10 Tips on Rebar Detailing.”
2. At the conclusion of the event, participants will understand the current trends in rebar detailing, what should be expected from rebar detailers regarding shop drawings quality, presentation and content.
3. By the conclusion of the presentation, attendees will be able to identify the common rebar detailing items often missing on structural details.
4. By the end of the event, participants will have a basic understanding of 3D rebar modeling and general understanding of where the industry is on this topic.
Presenter:
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Dan Yerks
Branch Manager
Harris Rebar
History
Prior to the Minnesota Concrete Council, there was not a good local, single-source of unbiased information on how we can do a better job of designing and building with cast-in-place concrete.
MCC was created to bring proven methods and new ideas together, to educate its members on how to improve the quality and use of concrete in our structures, and to educate decision-makers on the benefits of quality concrete construction.
Initial meetings regarding the concept of a cast-in-place concrete group occurred in the fall of 1988. The construction industry was quite robust and other organizations were actively promoting their delivery systems as being the best in terms durability, speed, economics and schedule. Many felt the advantages of cast-in-place concrete outnumbered and outweighed those other systems and the group was formed in early 1989.
The founders had a multifold vision as to the shape and needs of the industry and setup the organization to meet those future needs. Several areas were ear-marked for development:
1. Continuing education for professionals was coming and MCC could be the organization that could readily provide training and education for these new requirements. Similar training requirements now apply to construction superintendents.
2. Technical advances in the concrete industry were occurring and a forum was needed to present the results and educate the stakeholders of the industry.
3. An organization was needed to design and undertake future research projects related to CIP.
4. Environmental impacts on the construction industry were eminent and the organization could address the purposeful reuse of waste-stream materials.
5. Conservation of energy was coming to the fore and green thinking has now overtaken the industry in conjunction with Item 4 above.
MCC's first educational meeting consisted of about 20 people. MCC educational meetings now currently average 125 people including architects, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, ready-mix producers, testing labs, attorneys and materials suppliers!
MCC has been a major force in training, improving and evolving the technical practices and the competence of the CIP industry. All and all, the organization has been quite successful and has tremendous potential for even more success in the future. New technology develops quickly, and the organization provides a forum for presentation, review and evaluation of the pros and cons of these new developments.
