Mix Matters: Concrete Quality in Practice
Thursday, April 23, 2026 (2:00 PM - 6:00 PM) (EDT)
Description
This workshop brings together contractors, testing technicians, engineers, and suppliers to discuss best practices for sampling, curing, and testing concrete cylinders. The goal is to improve consistency in cylinder preparation and curing, reduce strength test variability caused by handling errors, and strengthen collaboration between field personnel and testing laboratories.
Featured Speaker
Julie K. Buffenbarger, Sr. Scientist & Sustainability Consultant
Technical Engineer, Beton Consulting Engineers & St. Marys Cement
Julie K. Buffenbarger is a Senior Scientist and Sustainability Principal for Beton Consulting Engineers and a Technical Engineer for St. Marys Cement. She is internationally recognized for her expertise in sustainability, durability, service life, and concrete mixture development. Julie has more than 32 years of experience working with sustainable and innovative materials for concrete construction and serves on several ASTM and American Concrete Institute committees focused on sustainability and responsible use of concrete materials.
Further Panel Discussion with Industry Experts
- Cement Expert: Jay Whitt
- Ohio Concrete Ready Mix: Brett Deters
- Hilltop Testing Lab: Ian Saucy
- SM&E Contractor: Prus Construction
Schedule
- 2:00 PM – Registration
- 2:30–3:30 PM – Julie Buffenbarger
- 3:30–3:45 PM – Break
- 3:45–4:30 PM – Panel
- 4:30–5:00 PM – Julie Buffenbarger
- 5:00–6:00 PM – Network/Happy Hour
200 3rd Street
Newport, KY 41071 United States
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