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SHAPING THE FUTURE OF OUR INDUSTRY
In our line of work, we do not pour anything without a plan. You do not lay a foundation by guessing — and you sure do not lead an industry by chance. That is why this summer, while most folks were out on the beach soaking up the sun and sipping on something cold, your TCA board was inside — heads down, sleeves rolled, and dialed into a strategy session that is going to shape the future of this industry in Tennessee.
Led by our board facilitator, Anne Ellis, this planning session was not just a meeting. It was a reset. A recalibration. A reminder that if we want to grow, evolve, and lead — then we must be intentional about it. Your TCA board wasted no time establishing our priorities: leadership transition, market expansion, and the future of our workforce.
First, the transition. We are standing at a pivotal moment for our association and our industry. After decades of dedicated service, Alan Sparkman is preparing to retire from his position as Executive Director of the TCA. And while no one replaces a legacy like his overnight, the work of transition is already underway. This is not just about filling a seat — it is about honoring what has been built while steering toward what is next. Updating and formulating our strategic plan for the next three to five years is an important element of this leadership change and will help guide our selection. Your board is committed to getting this right.
Second, growth. There is no reason concrete should ever take a back seat. Our product is the most durable, sustainable, and versatile building
material on the planet — yet we are still fighting for space in specs and design decisions that should already be in our favor. That changes now. We are not going to let outdated perceptions or narrow specs hold us back. That means educating designers, challenging assumptions, and showing the value of concrete in every phase of construction. The board is united: it is time to ramp up our market development efforts.
Third, workforce development. This has been at the top of our list of priorities for a few years now. The next generation is not just going to walk into this industry — they must be actively recruited, properly trained, and incentivized to stay. The introductory workforce initiatives we have started are solid and will have a long-range impact in the years to come. We are keeping our foot on the gas with these initiatives while exploring new ways to introduce young people to career opportunities in the concrete industry. Concrete careers are real, valuable, and needed — and we are going to make sure that message is heard.
Lastly, we are re-examining how TCA operates as a whole. We are aligning our resources, sharpening our priorities, and making sure everything we do is laser-focused on creating collective strength, influence, and support for our members.
Your TCA board is locked in. We are not managing status quo — we are shaping what is next with purpose and grit. Strategy without followthrough is just talk, and we are not here to just talk about the future of this industry. We are here to build it. Let’s get to work.
Josh Evans 2025 TCA
Telling the Story of Concrete Telling the Story of Concrete
Alan Sparkman Executive Director
WHAT ABOUT THE NUMBERS?
Welcome to the summer edition of Tennessee Concrete magazine! This is also our Directory issue. I am pleased to report that TCA continues to add new members at a regular pace. Our total membership is now about 200 organizations that are helping to move the concrete industry forward in our great state.
We are past the halfway point for 2025. Many people expected that by this point in the year, we would have more clarity about the business and construction outlook going forward. But, the key word most are using to describe their future outlook is “Uncertain.” Contractors still report mostly healthy backlogs through 2026. One large contractor recently reported that their backlog is at the highest level ever. On the design side, architects are seeing their backlog of work decrease, especially as you look past the middle of next year. This is worrisome, especially for construction and concrete volumes going into 2027.
We do have some data from the first half of 2025. Here is what the numbers are saying so far. For concrete production in Tennessee, we have cement shipment data through the end of April. At this point our concrete production is running about 10% behind our 2024 production. We continue to see the percentage of production utilizing Type 1L cement increasing, with 95% of cement consumed in Tennessee thus far this year being Type 1L. We know that much of Tennessee experienced unusually high rainfall in the first four months of 2025, so we may see some gradual improvement in the YOY numbers as we get deeper into the construction season.
For residential housing starts we have data through the end of June 2025. As with concrete production, we are seeing a slow down in permit activity year over year compared to 2024 with a 12.2% drop in the number of permits. Market Graphics reports these numbers for five different markets in Tennessee: Nashville (50%), Knoxville (18%), Chattanooga
We will continue to track and report these numbers as we move toward the end of 2025, so stay tuned here and on the TCA website (tnconcrete.org).
2025 Membership Directory
TCA Services & STAFF
The Tennessee Concrete Association (TCA) was founded in 1986 to work on behalf of the concrete industry across Tennessee. Our mission statement is: “The TCA is the unified voice for the concrete industry to improve our image and awareness through advocacy, promotion and education that support our members, our community, and our future.” We work to fulfill this mission in all of our activities. We invite you to join us in building a concrete industry we can all be proud of. Supported by membership dues and program income, TCA is governed by a 12 member Board of Directors representing all three membership categories (Producers, Associates, and Affiliates).
Association STAFF
Alan Sparkman Executive Director
Darla Sparkman Director of Certifications & Accounts
Kate Shariati Office Manager
John E. Pearson, P.E. Director, Technical Services
Joseph McDaniel Workforce Coordinator
Drag Yarbro West TN Liaison
2025 TCA PROGRAMS
Annual Convention – Brings all members together to celebrate the year’s accomplishments and to learn about the latest issues.
Tennessee Concrete Magazine – Published three times annually with research reports and current industry articles.
Membership Directory – Published annually with information advertising your company.
Member Updates – Thoughout the year (via email), to keep you informed of Association programs, industry activities and promotional events.
Concrete Excellence Awards – Design, Construction and Environmental awards for projects and plants across Tennessee.
Product Demonstrations & Seminars – Decorative, Pervious, Insulated Concrete Forms, Whitetopping, Flowable Fill and more ….
Statewide High School Concrete Essay Contest Trade Show Displays
Concrete Career Academy – Our online learning system offers prep courses to help concrete professionals prepare for certification courses in flatwork, and more. https://www.pathlms.com/cca
TCA Website – www.tnconcrete.org and visit us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/tnconcrete/
Be Pro Be Proud – Discover high demand, rewarding and stable careers.
Concrete Quest – Interactive online game developed for high school students to introduce them to a career in concrete. https://concrete-quest.com/
Skate4Concrete – S4C uses skateboarding to introduce students to concrete careers, showing them that a college degree is not the only path to success.
Training and Certification – Exams and training were also offered in the following:
• Concrete Flatwork Associate, Finisher, and Advanced Finisher
• Decorative Concrete Flatwork Finisher and Associate
• Residential Concrete Foundation Technician
• Concrete Quality Technical Manager
• Tilt-Up Supervisor and Technician
NRMCA Certification Programs
• Plant and Truck Certification
• Pervious Concrete Contractor Certification
• Certified Concrete Sales Professional (CCSP)
• Exterior Flatwork Finisher Certification
Training – TCA Staff has over 100 years of combined concrete experience and we provide specific training for several of the certifications listed above. Contact John Pearson, PE directly for more information.
Products/Services: We produce and sell concrete made in mobile volumetric mixer trucks based in Knoxville with plants in Knox, Sevier and McMinn counties.
Products/Services: Ready Mixed Concrete Sales: Shelley Parham-Tri-Cities (423)7440022, Javier Melendez-Chattanooga (423)595-0954, Derek Moore-Knoxville (865)210-0598, Mark Doty-Knoxville (423)327-1395, Adam Long
Plant Locations:
Bristol
501 Janie Hammitt Dr. Bristol, VA 24201
Phone: (276) 669-3107
Chattanooga 604 Hudson Road Chattanooga, TN 37405
Phone: (423) 892-6444
Chattanooga 2 Pelican Dr. (River Plant) Chattanooga, TN 37416
Products/Services: Full Line Admixture & Fiber Supplier
Additional Contacts: Jeff Raymer (615)5139441 jeffrey.raymer@chrysoinc.com, Tim Moss (770)786-6686 tim.moss@gcpat.com, Trevor McFarlin (205)765-5584 trevor. mcfarlin@gcpat.com
SIKA CORPORATION
1930 Sarasota Business Pkwy NW Conyers, GA 30013
Primary Contact: Jason Zelinski Phone: (864)909-0869
zelinski.jason@us.sika.com http://www.sikausa.com
Products/Services: Chemical Admixtures,
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Fibers, Decorative Color, Concrete Waterproofing, and Sustainability Admixtures
supplied to Ready Mix Producers.
Additional Contacts: Bryan Strevel-Sr. Sales Rep.(615)828-7332 strevel.bryan@us.sika.com, Paul Ramsburg-District Mgr.(864)344-4109 ramsburg.paul@us.sika.com, Patrick Armstrong-Sales/DST(423)680-0620 armstrong.patrick@us.sika.com, Rickey Swancey-Sales (615)840-3046 swancey.richard@us.sika.com
CARBON RIVERS
2409 Sycamore Dr
Knoxville, TX 37921
Primary Contact: David Morgan Phone: (813)482-8908 david.morgan@carbonrivers.com https://www.carbonrivers.com/
Products/Services: Carbon Rivers is an advanced materials engineering firm that serves the building material, infrastructure, energy, automotive, and other advanced manufacturing sectors. The Carbon Rivers Nano pristine graphene admixture for concrete block and mix designs is excellent for increased performance, lowering cement, and having an overall more sustainable concrete product.
Additional Contacts: Charles Smith (205)234-3867 smithch@vmcmail.com, Charles Vines (205)298-3722, Jeremy Allen (256)390-1981 allenje@vmcmail.com, Mike Bishop (256)366-0761 bishopme@ vmcmail.com, Shelley Wright (757)544-3495 wrightch@vmcmail.com
Products/Services: United Dredging is a family-based business specializing in skyline dredging and excavation. Using our system, we average 4,000 tons a day for our customers in the sand and gravel industry. We offer a wide range of options from dredge planning, dredging, stockpiling, aerial and bathymetric surveying, and more. We work with a wide range of customers all over the country with a focus on the Midwest.
CEMENT
CEMEX
5000 Grantswood Rd Ste.230
Irondale, AL 35210
Primary Contact: Steven George Phone: (205)777-2858
stevend.george@cemex.com
http://www.cemexusa.com
Products/Services: Portland Cement
Additional Contacts: Jonathan Culver (865)541-5525 jonathane.culver@cemex. com, Scott Showerman (336)512-3552
scotte.showerman@cemex.com, Ben Robuck (404) 456-6867 ben.robuck@cemex.com
QUIKRETE CEMENT
Primary Contact: Stewart Parker Phone: (314)406-4723
KOSMOS CEMENT CO. 15301 Dixie Hwy Louisville, KY 40272
Primary Contact: Matt Morrison Phone: (217)820-1519 mmorrison@kosmoscement.com http://kosmoscement.com
Products/Services: Kosmos Cement is a manufacturer of portland cements HQ in Louisville,KY. Type IL, Type III, packaged Type IL, Miami Masonry Cement. Additional Contacts: Matt Morrison (217)820-1519-Regional Sales Mgr. Autumn Gates (615)557-5441-Territory Sales Mgr.
Associate Members
NATIONAL
CEMENT CO. OF ALABAMA
2000 Southbridge Pkwy. Suite 600 Birmingham, AL 35209
Products/Services: Stephens Concrete Plants, Jonel Batching Systems, Badger Meter Distributor, Scale Calibration Repairs and Certifications, Moisture Probes, Plant Parts
BUSINESS SERVICES
ALLEN-VILLERE PARTNERS
1120 West Causeway Approach Mandeville, LA 70471
Primary Contact: Pierre Villere Phone: 504.957.4389
pvillere@allenvillere.com
https://allenvillere.com/
Products/Services: Mergers and acquisition advisors to the construction materials industry, focused exclusively on selling companies in the construction aggregates, ready-mixed concrete, and concrete products industries. For over 40 years, we have developed unique skills in representing the independently owned companies in our industry, and with nearly half a century in combined experience and highly specialized industry-specific skills, Allen-Villere Partners has a national reputation for excellence in its client representation.
ALTER-XR
5905 Atlanta Highway Ste.101
Alpharetta, GA 30004
Primary Contact: Scott Thomas Phone: 404.556.9135
scott@alter-xr.com
http://www.alter-XR.com
Products/Services: At Alter-XR, we are at the forefront of revolutionizing the Building Materials industry through Extended Reality (XR) services.
FRACTAL, INC.
35 East 7th Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Primary Contact: Jason Reed Phone: 859.468.0477
jreed@fractalpay.com
http://www.fractalpay.com
Products/Services: Embedded Payments, Merchant Processing, Business Operations Management
MT&M GROUP, LLC
1201 Dotsonville Rd
Clarksville, TN 37042
Primary Contact: Charles Terry Phone: 931.801.8301
chuck@mtandm.net
http://www.mtandm.net
Products/Services: MT&M specializes in consulting & assisting employees with employee benefit programs.
ROCKET START
200 Horizon Drive Ste.100
Raleigh, NC 27615
Primary Contact: Manny Tejano Phone: 919.438.2022
manny@gorocketstart.com http://gorocketstart.com
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Products/Services: Rocket Start utilizes proven game mechanics to engage employees, create a competitive atmosphere, & provide meaningful rewards that allows not only drivers but any blue collar laborer an opportunity to be an ideal employee in the organization.
Primary Contact: Shianne Black Phone: 859.468.0477
shi@skysystemz.com https://skysystemz.com
Products/Services: Sky Systemz offers an all-in-one business operations platform or processing, invoicing, contracts, employee management, and complete oversight into your business.
Products/Services: Sysdyne Technologies shapes the future of ready-mix concrete operations with our interoperable, cloudnative platform. Our comprehensive suite of cutting-edge solutions redefines batch, dispatch, and delivery management, empowering concrete producers to rebuild legacy processes with an unparalleled competitive advantage. We offer exceptional customer service, intuitive user experience, and lightning-fast deployment, delivering outstanding value that can’t be matched.
CONCRETE POLISHING
PREMIER CONCRETE POLISHING
154 Green Street
Nashville, TN 37210
Primary Contact: Jonathan Remkus Phone: 615.838.9116
jon@polishtn.com
http://www.polishtn.com
Products/Services: Premier Concrete Polishing is well versed in concrete polishing, installation of resinous coatings, demolition, remediation of bad pours. Ask us about our innovative slab/site prep techniques that will protect your hard work through all phases of construction!
Primary Contact: Alfred Martucci Phone: 423.714.7867
officemgr@newcreationpumping.com
https://www.newcreationpumping.com/ Products/Services: Exclusively specializing in concrete pumping, NCCP refrains from engaging in flat work or block work. Our unwavering commitment lies in delivering exceptional employees, state-of-the-art equipment and unparalleled performance. Our Services include 31xt -47 Meter Schwing Pump & 3”or 4” Hose Available with Boom or Small Line.
Manufacturing is a leader in the construction equipment industry, specializing in innovative roller screed technology for concrete shaping and finishing. Our diverse product lines, attachments, and accessories are designed to meet the needs of contractors, municipalities, and construction companies. Known for our commitment to quality and exceptional customer service, we continue to innovate, driving efficiency and improved work conditions in concrete construction projects.
INSULATED CONCRETE FORMS
A.G. HEINS CO. INC.
116 Heins St. Knoxville, TN 37921
Primary Contact: A. Gordon Heins III Phone: 865.525.5363
9705 Broadway Extension Ste.150 Oklahoma City, OK 73114
Primary Contact: Frank Gordon Phone: 405.212.3144
fgordon@buildblock.com
http://www.buildblock.com
Products/Services: BuildBlock ICF forms were created to overcome many of the problems and costs encountered with other ICF forms. Extensive experience building custom homes and small commercial structures over the past 15 years combined with his 12-year involvement in ICF distribution and construction helped lay a solid foundation to create one of the most installer friendly ICF on the market today.
NUDURA/TREMCO CPG
23150 Commerce PArk Beachwood, OH 44122
Primary Contact: Michael Bruner Phone: 866.468.6299
mbruner@tremcoinc.com
http://www.nudura.com
Products/Services: NUDURA is a leading innovator of permanent concrete forming systems & accessories.
MATERIAL SUPPLIER CLEMONS CONCRETE COATINGS
505 Cave Rd. Nashville, TN 37210
Primary Contact: Rich Sanders
Phone: 615.872.9099
rich@ccc-usa.com
http://www.ccc-usa.com
Products/Services: Sealers, Retarders,Curing Compounds, Stains, and Form Release
CTS CEMENT MFG. CORP.
12442 Knott Street Garden Grove, CA 92841
Primary Contact: Michael Nelson
Phone: 615.961.4876
mnelson@ctscement.com
https://www.ctscement.com/komponent
Products/Services: CTS Cement Manufacturing Corp. is the largest manufacturer of advanced calcium sulfoaluminate (CSA) cement technology in the United States. Both of CTS’s product lines provide exceptional performance and value by minimizing lifecycle costs and maximizing asset life. CSA cement plays an important role in improving the sustainability of concrete materials.
FORM-A-DRAIN SOLUTIONS
2801 Post Oak Blvd Ste.6/00 Houston, TX 77056
Primary Contact: Johnny Zamora Phone: 713.293.2504
jzamora@westlake.com
http://www.formadrainsolutions.com
Products/Services: Basement Drainage System
LEGION CHEMICALS OF TENNESSEE
149 Covey Rise Circle
Clarksville, TN 37043
Primary Contact: Josh England
Phone: 909.644.2718
josh@legionchemicals.com
http://www.legionchemicals.com
Products/Services: Veteran owned and operated. Legion Chemicals provides the finest cleaning solutions and service to professionals within the concrete industry.
Products/Services: Manufacturer of Concrete Coatings to Include Sealers, WaterProofers, Stains, Releases, and Surface Retarders. Distributor of Bagged & Liquid Calcium Chloride.
SOLOMON COLORS INC.
4050 Color Plant Rd
Springfield, IL 62702
Primary Contact: Brian McCarter Phone: 865.385.6757
bmccarter@solomoncolors.com
http://www.solomoncolors.com
Products/Services: Solomon Colors is a color company that offers integral color and cellulose fiber. We also offer surface aid products with a full line of decorative stamps and sealers.
Products/Services: DUNN Utility Products is a proud manufacturer of concrete pipe and precast products for civil and sitework contractors in the Southeast. In addition to our manufacturing operations, our contractor supply store offers a variety of construction solutions for those specialty projects.
Primary Contact: Taylor Northern Phone: 615.453.6111
Taylor.Northern@oldcastle.com
http://www.crhamericas.com
Products/Services: Underground Utility Products & Construction Accessories for the Telecommunications, Energy, Transportation, Building Structures & Water Markets
Products/Services: Warrior Precast is a premier provider of high-quality precast concrete solutions. Our mission is to deliver outstanding products and services while upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and sustainability.
TRUCKS AND EQUIPMENT BECK INDUSTRIAL
13061 Veterans Memorial Hwy
Douglasville, GA 30134
Primary Contact: Mitch Herron Phone: 336.264.3308
mitch@beckindustrial.com
http://www.beckindustrial.com
Products/Services: Concrete Mixers & Parts
CON-TECH MFG.,INC.
67079 170th Ave.
Dodge Center, MN 55927
Primary Contact: Dean Bungum Phone: 507.374.2239
deanb@ctmmixers.com
http://www.ctmmixers.com
Products/Services: Manufacturing Concrete Truck Mixers Sales & Parts
INDUSTRIAL PUMP & EQUIPMENT CORPORATION
384 Highland Road East Macedonia, OH 44056
Primary Contact: Scott Gunselman Phone: 440.439.2424
scott@ipecsales.com
http://www.ipecsales.com
Products/Services: Authorized Badger Meter stocking distributor for water batching equipment in addition to the supply and repair of batch controllers, booster pumps, admix dispensers and dispenser components, water heaters, and water chillers.
IWI CONCRETE EQUIPMENT GROUP
129 Clyde Short Road Commerce, GA 30529
Primary Contact: Greg Beasley Phone: 770.840.7060
gbeasley@iwigroup.com
http://iwigroup.com
Products/Services: Bringing your new batch plant projects to life since 1985.
MCCOY CONSTRUCTION & FORESTRY
1525 J P Hennessy Dr La Vergne, TN 37086
Primary Contact: Alex Fisher Phone: 317.452.9356
alexfisher@mccoycf.com
http://www.mccoycf.com
Products/Services: John Deere dealership with CemenTech Volumetric Mixers as a part of our product line.
OSHKOSH CORP S-SERIES
1917 Four Wheel Dr OshKosh, WI 54902
Primary Contact: Brad Towler
Phone: 920.235.9151
btowler@oshkoshcorp.com
http://www.mcneiluscompanies.com
Products/Services: Distributor for Trucks and Mixers, Designed for Production & Safety
PUGMILL SYSTEMS
204 Cemetery Ave. Columbia, TN 38401
Primary Contact: Jared Allen Phone: 931.388.0626
jared.allen@pugmillsystems.com
http://www.pugmillsystems.com
Products/Services: We’ve been manufacturing pugmill plants in Columbia, TN for nearly 40 years. We excited to begin offering ready mix concrete plants as well.
TEREX ADVANCE MIXER
7727 Freedom Way
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
Primary Contact: Guy Platter
Phone: 330.204.1079
guy.platter@terex.com
http://www.terex.com/concrete
Products/Services: Front Discharge Ready Mix Trucks, Complete Parts, Accessories & Field Service Network
AL BLANKENSHIP ENTERPRISES
339 Whitecrest Drive
Maryville, TN 37801
Primary Contact: Al Blankenship Phone: 865.984.6143
al@abenterprises.com
Products/Services: Concrete Services
BAC LOCAL 8 IMTEF
501 Pulliam Street Southwest Suite 319
Atlanta, GA 30312
Primary Contact: Jack Vaughn Phone: 615.806.9263
jvaughn@bacsoutheast.org
https://baclocal8se.org/
Products/Services: Masonry & Training
BAKER CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION
1100 Kermit Dr. Nashville, TN 37217
Primary Contact: Claudia Morgan Phone: 912.414.9284
morgancl@bakerconcrete.com
http://www.bakerconcrete.com
Products/Services: Self Perform Turnkey Concrete Construction. We form the concrete, furnish & install the rebar & furnish & place the concrete. Our work includes infrastructure, industrial, high rise & higher education facilities.
Products/Services: General Contracting, Concrete Contracting, Structural Concrete & Pervious Concrete
BELL CONSTRUCTION CO.
1000 Health Park Drive Suite 150
Brentwood, TN 37027
Primary Contact:
Phone: 615.373.4343
https://bellconstructioncompany.com/
Products/Services: Tilt-up, General Contracting, Bridges, Parking Garages
BHS CONCRETE, LLC
860 Vaughn Rd
Memphis, TN 38122
Primary Contact: Joe Brannon
Phone: 901.603.9997
joe@bhsconcrete.com
http://www.bhsconcrete.com
Products/Services: Residential & Commercial, Form & Place Concrete Foundations, Slabs, Flatwork, Walls, Patios & Driveways
BLOUNT CONTRACTORS, INC.
635 Dameron Ave.
Knoxville, TN 37921
Primary Contact: William Hall
Phone: 865.981.9090
wchall@blountcontractors.com
http://www.blountcontractors.com
Products/Services: Full Service Concrete Contractor
BURWIL CONSTRUCTION CO.
620 Locust St.
Bristol, TN 37620
Primary Contact: Nick Self
Phone: 423.968.4158
nself@burwil.com
http://www.burwil.com
Products/Services: Concrete Services
C.J. MAHAN CONST. CO.
3458 Lewis Centre Way Grove City, OH 43123
Primary Contact: Jeff North Phone: 614.875.8200
jnorth@cjmahan.com
http://www.cjmahan.com
Products/Services: Heavy civil and marine contractor specializing in major bridge structures along with experience with dams, piers, docks, loading facilities, deep heavy capacity foundations, drilled shafts, micro-piles and more.
CHARLES GOAR CONCRETE
1673 Newport Place
LaVergne, TN 37086
Primary Contact: Charles Goar
Phone: 615.459.9003
allengoar@gmail.com
Products/Services: Form Carpentry, Pour in Place, Commercial & TDOT Roadwork
Products/Services: Cypress Tenn is your trusted concrete contracting partner with divisions in Memphis, TN and Nashville, TN. We provide high quality concrete construction services covering the commercial, industrial, municipal and residential sectors.
DEMPSTER POURED FOUNDATIONS
1703 Jackson Rd
Knoxville, TN 37921
Primary Contact: Ross Dempster Phone: 865.755.0869
ross@dpfconcrete.com
http://www.dempsterpouredfoundations.com
Products/Services: Poured In Place Walls, Follow Us On Instagram Dempster Poured Foundations LLC
DENHAM-BLYTHE CO.,INC.
3030 Business Park Circle Suite 200
Goodlettsville, TN 37027
Primary Contact: Vance Hohn
Phone: 615.855.2244
vhohn@denhamblythe.com
http://www.denhamblythe.com
Products/Services: Industrial Design-Build Construction & Engineering
DENNIS CONCRETE SERVICE, INC.
140 Kender Rhea Court
Clarksville, TN 37043
Primary Contact: Josh Dennis
Contractor Members
Phone: 931.801.2565
dennisconcrete@yahoo.com
https://dennisconcreteservice.com/
Products/Services: Concrete Construction Services & Pervious Concrete
Primary Contact: Andy Mitchell Phone: 865.588.5135
andy@gemitchellco.com
http://www.gemconcrete.com
Products/Services: Foundations, Formed Walls, Fine Grading, Laser-Screeding, Place & Finish Slabs, Structural Concrete, Pervious & Tilt Walls
HAWKINS ASPHALT PAVING
6013 Hwy 64E
Wartrace, TN 37183
Primary Contact: Chris Hawkins Phone: 931.389.9671
chrishawkins6852@gmail.com
http://www.hawkinspaving.com
Products/Services: Paving of City Streets, Curbing, Excavation, Driveways & Pervious Concrete
HI-WAY
PAVING INC.
4343 Weaver Court North Hilliard, OH 43026
Primary Contact: Edward Wessel Phone: 614.876.1700
ewessel@hiwaypaving.com
http://www.hiwaypaving.com
Products/Services: Large scale concrete paving company operating in the southeast and midwestern states. Specializing in airfield and interstate slipform paving.
Products/Services: General Contractor Specializing in Downtown Improvement Projects, Certified Pervious Installer
RC CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC.
310 West Park Ave.
Greenwood, MS 38930
Primary Contact: Donald Manning Phone: 662.453.2424
dmanning@rcconst.net
http://www.rcconst.net
Products/Services: RC Construction self performs Portland Cement Concrete (PCC), Heat Resistance Concrete (HRC), Demolition, Grading, Drainage, and Base Coarse. We deliver all aspects of airport infrastructure including platforms, systems, hangars, transport roads, runways, taxiways, and aprons.
RONALD FRANKS CONSTRUCTION CO.
80 Industrial Road
Savannah, TN 38372
Primary Contact: Patrick Franks Phone: 731.925.7912
pfranks@rfctn.com
http://www.rfctn.com
Products/Services: Ronald Franks
Construction Company, LLC. is a second generation General Contractor serving all 48 continental states for over 25 years.
RUSHING CONCRETE CO.
3100 38th Street
Northport, AL 35473
Primary Contact: Hunter Rushing
Phone: 205.339.1180
hunter@rushingconcrete.com
https://www.rushingconcrete.com/
Products/Services: Rushing Concrete Company is a turnkey commercial and industrial concrete contractor with more than 50 years experience. We specialize in slabs on grade, paving, and foundation work.
SERENITY HARDSCAPES, LLC
1174 Midas Cove
Cordova, TN 38018
Primary Contact: Rocky Wisley Phone: 901.610.4676
rocky@serenityhardscapes.com
http://www.serenityhardscapes.com
Products/Services: Serenity Hardscapes
LLC is a design , build, and service company specializing in the complete outdoor living concept. We focus on swimming pool construction and all the features around the pool. Our crews dig, form, steel, shotcrete application and plumbing. We are a licensed General Contractor in Tennessee and Arkansas. We have ACI Certified Nozzleman and Serenity is a ASA Qualified Shotcrete Contractor.
Products/Services: Engineering, Construction Materials Testing, and Surveying
THE BARTLEY CORPORATION
1932 Old Greenbrier Pike
Greenbrier, TN 37073
Primary Contact: Tom Bartley Phone: 240.357.6793
tom@bartleycorp.com
https://bartleycorp.com/
Products/Services: We are a Concrete Construction Company with Focus on Residential and Commercial builds. Excavation, Footers, Walls, Slabs, Waterproofing and Drain Tile and Retaining Walls
WEG ELECTRIC CORP
6655 Sugarloaf Parkway Duluth, GA 30097
Primary Contact: Landon Cooper Phone: 615.424.6659
Lcooper@weg.net
Products/Services: WEG Electric is worldwide known electric motor and automation manufacturer. WEG is a primary supplier to the concrete industry by providing robust
electric motors and enclosed motor starters that were designed for rigorous applications. Along with our primary material supplied to the industry; WEG manufactures gear boxes, electric panel components, and coatings.
WILSON CONSTRUCTION GROUP
129 Lions Park Rd. Athens, TN 37303
Primary Contact: Keith Wilson Phone: 423.745.0600
info@wilsonbuilds.com
http://www.wilsonbuilds.com
Products/Services: New Building Construction, Bridge Rehabilitation, Hanger Construction, Streetscape Construction, Construction of Building Additions
Engineer Firms/Testing Labs
2MNEXT
3715 Northside Parkway Northwest Bldg. 300 Atlanta, GA 30327
Primary Contact: Patrick Palmer Phone: 678.525.7665
ppalmer@2mnext.com
http://www.2mnext.com
Products/Services: Geotechnical engineering and construction project management services in Atlanta, Georgia, and the Southeastern United States. Our specialists also work regularly with contractors, manufacturers, and utilities. We take great pride in providing continued professional services with developers, architects, engineers, and owners.
ALPHA ENVIRONMENTAL & ENG.
204 Patton Avenue Asheville, NC 28801
Primary Contact: Edward Dzierzynski Phone: 828.398.2040 admin@alphaenviron.com
http://www.alphaenviron.com
Products/Services: Construction Materials Testing & Inspection, Geotechnical Services, Phase I/II/III Environmental Assessments, Solar Site Development, Industrial/ Residential Asbestos & Lead Services
AMERICAN ENGINEERS, INC.
65 Aberdeen Dr. Glasgow, KY 42141
Primary Contact: Dennis Mitchell
Phone: 270.651.7220
dennis.mitchell@stvinc.com
http://www.aei.cc
Products/Services: American Engineers is a full-service, civil engineering firm. We provide A/E/ services including site civil, geotechnical, geospatial/surveying/ geophysical, transportation, structural, environmental. Our staff of over 100 engineers, geologists, surveyors, engineering technicains, landscape architects, & CADD specialists serve clients from offices in Glasgow, Louisville, Lexington, Owensboro, Kentucky & Acworth, Georgia.
ANDERSON PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
1060 Elizabeth Street Nicholasville, KY 40356
Primary Contact: Justin Anderson Phone: 859.354.3498
justin.anderson@apsgeo.com
http://www.apsgeo.com
Products/Services: APS strives to combine industry-leading expertise with innovation and unparalleled work ethic. We endeavor to seamlessly integrate into your project team and save you time and money. Our team possesses a unique combination of geotechnical engineering and design-build construction design experience.
Primary Contact: Allen Browning Phone: 865.573.6122
abrowning@cmllabtechs.com
http://www.cmllabtechs.com
Products/Services: Geotechnical Drilling & Rock Coring, Construction Materials Testing, Concrete Testing,QA/QC Fill Placement & Density Testing, AMRL Accredited
CORNERSTONE ENGINEERING, INC.
2214 Plantside Drive Louisville, KY 40299
Primary Contact: Willard Black Phone: 270.348.0531
Products/Services: Cornerstone Engineering has over 50 years of experience performing Geotechnical and Material Testing. All of our field technicians are ACI Grade I Certified or beyond that (i.e., ICC, or equal).Our team combines cutting-edge technology and software with years of expertise to deliver accurate and reliable results you can depend on. With our new lab, you gain the confidence and peace of mind that materials
are meeting specifications while compiling with the latest International Building Code Requirements
DDS ENGINEERING, PLLC
148 Chester Court
Bowling Green, KY 42103
Primary Contact: Matt Rogers
Phone: 270.843.2247
matt.rogers@ddsengineering.com
http://www.ddsengineering.com
Products/Services: Land Surveying, 3D Laser
Scanning, Aerial Mapping, Civil and Geo-technical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing, and Special Inspection Services
Products/Services: Architecture, Consulting, Electrical, Environmental, Industrial Process, Land Development, Land Planning, Structures, Survey, Transportation/CEI, Water/Wastewater
GEO SOLUTIONS, LLC
7201 Opportunity Blvd
Huntsville, AL 35810
Primary Contact: Matt Barnes
Phone: 256.837.6708
mbarnes@teamues.com
http://www.geo-solutions.net
Products/Services: Engineering Services
GEO-TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATES
230 Great Circle Rd Ste.211
Nashville, TN 37228
Primary Contact: Daniel Terranova Phone: 615.804.6335
DTerranova@gtaeng.com
https://www.gtaeng.com/
Products/Services: Geo-Technology Associates, Inc. is proud to be one of the leading geotechnical engineering and environmental service firms in the midAtlantic Area. With more than 500 employees and 21 offices, GTA continues to grow and expand our geographic footprint.
Primary Contact: Christopher Haynes Phone: 865.803.9395 chaynes@karsteng.com https://karsteng.com
Products/Services: Karst Engineering range of services includes:Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Consulting, & Construction Materials Testing.
OMI,
INC.
5151 Research Dr. NW Huntsville, AL 35805
Primary Contact: Jeff Smith Phone: 256.837.7664 jsmith@omi-eng.com http://www.omi-eng.com
Products/Services: Geotechnical engineering is a fundamental strength of OMI, complemented by civil engineering and environmental services. OMI also provides construction support services including laboratory testing and drilling.
Primary Contact: Jeremiah Davis Phone: 865.209.9486
jdavis@rkk.com
https://www.rkk.com/
Products/Services: Rummel, Klepper & Kahl, LLP (RK&K) is a full-service transportation firm. Construction Management and Inspection Services for
transportation improvement projects. With four Tennessee offices supporting TDOT and municipal contracts throughout the state including design-build, CMGC, progressive design-build, and P3.
RONALD JOHNSON AND ASSOCIATES
24 W Center St. Madisonville, KY 42431
Primary Contact: Keri Dunbar Phone: 270.399.0034
kdunbar@rjaengineering.com
http://www.rjengineering.com
Products/Services: We are a civil, geotechnical, and environmental engineering com-
pany who offer some quality control services.
ROSS BRYAN ASSOCIATES,INC.
1 Vantage Way Ste.B-400 Nashville, TN 37228
Primary Contact: Michael Paris
Phone: 615.329.1300
paris@rossbryan.com
http://www.rossbryan.com
Products/Services: Structural Engineering
S&ME, INC.
5801 Middlebrook Pike Knoxville, TN 37921
Primary Contact: Nicole Franse Phone: 865.970.0003
nfranse@smeinc.com
http://www.smeinc.com
Products/Services: Concrete Testing, Soil & Rock Testing, Aggregate Testing, Construction Monitoring Services, Geotechnical Engineering
SMITH SECKMAN REID
2995 Sidco Dr. Nashville, TN 37204
Primary Contact: David Donoho Phone: 615.383.1113
ddonoho@ssr-inc.com
http://www.ssr-inc.com
Products/Services: Engineering Services to Private & Public Entities, Pervious Certified
TERRACON
1922 Old Murfreesboro Pike Bldg 900 Nashville, TN 37217
Primary Contact: Patrick O’Leary Phone: 615.333.6444
Products/Services: WSP is a globally recognized professional services firm providing strategic advisory, engineering and design services to clients in the transportation, infrastructure, environment, building, power, energy, water, and mining sectors. Our trusted professionals are united by a shared goal: to create positive, longlasting impacts on the communities we serve.
LTECHNICAL DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE — JOHN B.
PEARSON, P.E.
CARBONATION RESEARCH PROJECT A ONE-YEAR UPDATE
ast year in my summer column I talked to you about the kickoff of our Concrete Carbonation Research Project that is being funded by the Concrete Advancement Foundation. TCA has just completed the 1-year readings for that study. Twentyeight surfaces of concrete core and cylinder specimens were tested for depth of carbonation. The study looks at how concrete carbonation is affected by surface orientation (vertical versus horizontal), exposure to rain, the application of surface treatments such as acrylic and penetrating sealers, and varying amounts of supplementary cementitious materials. In general, the carbonation testing was performed by applying a 1% phenolphthalein solution to a freshly fractured surface of each test specimen. The portion of the fractured surface that turned dark pink/purple was considered non-carbonated. The portion of the concrete that is considered carbonated undergoes no color change. The carbonation depths were determined by measuring from the finished or formed surface down to the pink/purple non-carbonated concrete. I will not go into detailed results in this article; however, the one-year readings have led to some interesting observations. The data is currently under review and once finalized we can provide you with more detail. Our results to date further support some anticipated outcomes such as the following:
The carbonation rate of a dry concrete was higher than the same concrete exposed to rain/water.
The carbonation rate of the low embodied carbon mix was higher than a similar mix using lower replacement rates of supplementary cementitious materials.
Sealers applied to concrete flatwork did have an impact on measured carbonation.
Other preliminary observations although understandable, were not necessarily expected:
Although theoretical carbonation rates commonly used to predict carbonation depths for concrete exposed to rain do not differentiate between vertical and horizontal surfaces, in our study the vertical surfaces exhibited a higher carbonation rate than comparable flatwork using the same mix. This may not be unreasonable since the degree of saturation and time that the surfaces are dry versus damp may vary because of the surface orientation and potential differences in direct sun and rain exposure.
Acrylic sealers and penetrating sealers seem to affect measured carbonation in different ways. One year carbonation depths for concrete sealed with acrylic sealer were almost negligible. Penetrating sealers on the other hand, resulted in higher carbonation depth results. These observed higher readings, however, may be due in part to the hydrophobic nature or chemical make-up of the sealer. If the sealer prevents the indicator solution from absorbing and reacting with the penetrating sealer affected zone the color change from the indicator solution may be prevented or reduced even on uncarbonated concrete thus providing skewed carbonation results. Future year testing should help to provide a clearer picture of how the sealers are affecting long term carbonation.
We will continue to provide updates on this research as the study continues. We would like to thank the Concrete Research Foundation for providing funding for this project and Wiss, Janney Elstner Associates for assisting TCA with the carbonation testing protocols.
TWORKING TO
GROW THE
WORKFORCE OF THE TENNESSEE CONCRETE INDUSTRY
he Tennessee Concrete Association is continuing to have success with workforce initiatives designed to attract the next generation of professionals in the concrete industry. One of our most successful programs, “Skate4Concrete,” continues to see buy-in with over 50 schools incorporating it into their curriculums last year.
S4C uses skateboarding to introduce students to concrete careers, showing them that a college degree is not the only path to success. Students can earn a “Concrete Certificate” upon completion, and can choose to compete in the Mini Concrete Skatepark Competition. Teams apply their knowledge in a Concrete Quiz Bowl and build their own mini concrete skateparks to present to a panel of industry judges.
This year’s competition was held in April at our very own Concrete Industry Management facility at MTSU. Students had a blast competing and received a tour of the CIM program and facilities. Treadwell Middle School (AKA: Half-pipe Kids) took home first place overall. As we ramp up again for this year, we continually seek the support of our members to provide kits and be a resource for high schools competing in your area. Please contact Joseph at jmcdaniel@tnconcrete.org to support a school near you.
Complementing Skate4Concrete is “Concrete Quest,” an interactive online game developed for high school students. This gamified learning experience allows students to explore the concrete industry with three engaging levels, each focusing on a specific section of the concrete industry. As students complete all of the levels, they earn a certificate, which can help them stand out to future employers.
Concrete Quest also offers incentives like gift cards and hats for completing levels, further encouraging participation and sparking interest in the career opportunities within the concrete industry. As of now, we have around 250 students signed up for CQ in Tennessee. Our goal is to keep them engaged and sharing it with friends.
These initiatives, alongside partnerships like “Be Pro Be Proud TN,” demonstrate TCA’s commitment to building a skilled and sustainable workforce for Tennessee’s concrete industry.
CIM UPDATE
by Jon Huddleston, Associate Professor & CIM Director
EMPOWERING THE FUTURE: A MILESTONE YEAR FOR THE CONCRETE INDUSTRY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM AT MTSU
It’s been an exciting Summer of progress, partnerships, and purpose for the Concrete Industry Management (CIM) Program at Middle Tennessee State University. Among the many highlights, one event stood out as a true milestone: the CIM Ladies in Concrete Experiential Workshop — a day dedicated to empowering the next
generation of women in the concrete industry. The CIM Program proudly welcomed over 325 students from 12 schools to campus for a full day of discovery, innovation, and inspiration. The Ladies in Concrete Experiential Workshop gave these young women the chance to get their hands dirty and their imaginations fired up through engaging, hands-on learning stations. From welding and precast concrete to cutting-edge 3D concrete printing, participants experienced the versatility and excitement of the industry up close.
The day also featured empowering conversations with CIM alumnae and industry leaders, who shared their personal journeys and insights about building successful careers in what has traditionally been a male-dominated field. Their stories resonated deeply, proving that not only is there space for women in concrete — there’s opportunity, innovation, and leadership waiting for them.
BUILDING MOMENTUM THROUGH PARTNERSHIPS
This summer CIM continued to deepen its commitment to community outreach and industry engagement. CIM hosted summer STEM camps for five school districts and welcomed cadets from the Civil Air Patrol, introducing hundreds of students to the science, technology, and leadership opportunities tied to concrete. These camps not only support STEM education but help inspire future CIM students to see the material in new and unexpected ways — from infrastructure and architecture to aerospace and sustainability.
LOOKING AHEAD: GROWTH, SCHOLARSHIPS, AND WORLD OF CONCRETE 2026
As we prepare to welcome students back for the fall semester, we’re already anticipating another record-setting year for scholarships thanks to the generosity of our industry supporters and alumni network. These scholarships are vital in helping CIM students access education, hands-on training, and internship experiences that lead directly to successful careers.
We’re also ramping up preparations for the CIM Auction at World of Concrete, set for January 21, 2026. This annual event is the cornerstone of our fundraising efforts, bringing together leaders across the construction, concrete, and business sectors to support the next generation of CIM professionals.
With each workshop, partnership, and event, the CIM Program at MTSU continues to grow as a national leader in concrete industry education. From classrooms to job sites, from STEM camps to national conferences — we’re paving the way for a stronger, more diverse, and more innovative future. Here’s to another year of breaking records, building leaders, and shaping the world — one concrete experience at a time.
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