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Concrete placement at Site C dam’s upper spillway buttress complete ahead of schedule After pouring more than half a million cubic metres of roller-compacted concrete this year, construction crews have finished placing the concrete for one of the Site C dam’s three main buttresses. BC Hydro said the massive concreting job was completed Oct. 30 – about seven months ahead of schedule. The upper spillway buttress is the second of the Site C project’s three main foundations to be completed. Work on its powerhouse buttress wrapped up last year. The final component, known as a dam buttress, will get underway in 2020. Together, the buttresses will measure approximately 800 metres across and
Completing all three of the dam’s main buttresses will require approximately two million cubic metres of concrete. More than a million cubic metres have already been poured. PHOTO: BC HYDRO
stretch up to 70 metres wide at the facility outside Fort St. John, B.C. They’re designed to support the hydro plant’s powerhouse, spillways and the dam itself, ensuring it remains stable even if an earthquake occurs. To date, about 1.2 million cubic metres of roller-compacted concrete have been placed. Completing the final buttress will require roughly 800,000 cubic metres more. Commonly used in dams, roller-compacted concrete is considerably stiffer than conventional mixes. The build team
on the $10.7 billion project is producing the concrete on-site and transporting it to the buttresses on trucks and conveyors. Crews have made significant progress on other aspects of the hydro project this year as well. This summer, for instance, tunnellers broke through on the dam’s two diversion tunnels. Work is now underway to line each tunnel with concrete before the river is rerouted to allow construction to begin in the river’s main channel. Site C is scheduled to be complete and producing power in 2024.
PCL tops off new 32-storey tower built alongside, over existing mixed-use building in downtown Toronto PCL Constructors Inc. has wrapped up work on the concrete skeleton for a complicated building project in busy downtown Toronto. The contractor, along with the building’s owner KingSett Capital, held a topping off celebration for the multifaceted job at 700 Bay Street on Oct. 24. Shortly before, workers completed the final concrete pour for the 32-storey renovation/expansion that includes a new tower built alongside and overtop of an existing 26-storey building. “Construction of 700 Bay at Gerrard has required precise methodology to expertly tie renovations into a new tower, while minimizing impact to tenants and properties along Toronto’s hospital row,” said Kelly Wallace, vice-president and district manager for PCL’s Toronto operations, in a release. “PCL is honoured to share this milestone with our partners, subcontractors, suppliers and over 400 workers who have all played a role in bringing KingSett’s vision for this project to life.” The wholly new part of the building rises out of what was once a seven-level parking garage on the west end of the site. Crews tore down the two above-ground levels of the parking structure and cleared the five below-grade floors to create space for the new building’s foundation. Priestly Demolition Inc. was the subcontractor for the demolition work. The top floor of the
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A pair of workers completing the final concrete pour on the 700 Bay overbuild project. PHOTO: PCL
existing tower at 700 Bay was also demolished so the building could be structurally reinforced, reshored and a crane installed on the roof. PCL and its contractors then turned their efforts to building the new tower and the six-floor overbuild of the existing building. With the concrete structure in place, interior and exterior work will be the focus during the coming months. The project is expected to be complete by next summer.
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Canadian Concrete Expo grows again heading into third year Registration for the Toronto-area show is now open
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n just a few short weeks, contractors from across the country will pour into Toronto for the third annual Canadian Concrete Expo. The show, which takes place Jan. 22 and 23, 2020 at the International Centre in Mississauga, Ont., is the country’s only national trade show dedicated entirely to the concrete construction industry. This year’s show is poised to be the biggest one yet with over 350 companies represented on the show floor. “After overwhelming support from years one and two of the show, we are proud to announce a larger show floor with more exhibitors, more equipment demos, more conferences and more networking events,” Stuart Galloway, president of 2020 Show Productions, the producers of the Canadian Concrete Expo, said in a release. The 2020 expo will be 300,000 sq. ft., 30 per cent larger than last year’s show floor. “In this digital age, very few trade shows are growing,” Galloway said. “The show’s continued growth demonstrates the value we are bringing to exhibitors and attendees.” The Canadian Concrete Expo will include multiple ongoing equipment demos, including a full-space, live and interactive demonstration from Lafarge featuring its Ultra Series FibrePlus Poly product line and the Artevia Exposed decorative concrete brand. Other demonstrations include a test pour and walk-through of the Volumetric Concrete Mixer presented by Bay-Linx. Lifting equipment dealer Manulift will demo its versatile line of Merlo material handling equipment, as well as its radio-controlled rotating telescopic handler. Finally, BIK Hydraulics Ltd. will show off its BIK Series Forming FC-67 Crane by unloading cage panels from top seat controls and radio remote controls. “Lafarge will also be launching a new ready-mixed concrete offer to the Canadian market called the CityBAG,” Galloway said. Last year more than 6,000 people from across Canada’s diverse concrete industry attended the show.
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TAKING A SNEAK PEEK AT THE SHOW FLOOR Manufacturers and service providers are bringing a wide range of products to the 2020 event BAY-LYNX Capable of discharging up to 1,150 tons of material per hour, the Bay-Linx Ultralite Stone Spreader excels at aggregate delivery tasks for jobs such as concrete footings, backfill and various utility work. The spreader features an all-aluminum throw conveyor that saves on weight without sacrificing strength. An integrated dual drive conveyor system, which takes advantage of two motors, gives the Ultralite more torque to ensure high speed unloading.
GOMACO BOSCH The new X-Lock Interface from Bosch makes grinder wheel exchange fast and simple – as much as five times faster, according to the company. X-Lock wheels are ejected from a grinder with a lever pull and firmly connected without requiring any other tools. They’re also backward compatible with standard 7/8-inch mounts. Bosch says the X-Lock brings a new level of ease of use for trade pros who rely on their grinders to get the job done.
GIATEC A wireless sensor for monitoring the curing and hardening of concrete, Giatec’s SmartRock sensor is fully embedded and secured on the rebar, making its application maintenance and hassle-free. SmartRock monitors the temperature, maturity and strength of in-place concrete. The results are accessible in real-time and remotely through the SmartRock mobile app and the Giatec 360 cloud dashboard. SmartRock’s AI assistant, known as Roxi, sends smart notifications and alerts to help project managers make informed decisions and optimize their construction schedules
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Gomaco’s new Xtreme GT-3600 curb and gutter machine builds on the success of its predecessor, the GT-3600. The Xtreme package improves tight radius paving, adds G+ radius software with slew drives and smart-sensored hydraulics, among other features. The control system can make steering adjustments to all three tracks for greater accuracy, while an optional on-board camera is available to closely monitor designated areas of the slipforming process.
INTERNATIONAL POWER SYSTEMS With a powerful Kubota diesel engine the BT120H-2/5/PFY44 ride-on trowel from Beton Trowel and its Canadian distributor International Power Systems is an economic and reliable option. The trowel includes hydraulic steering to make maneuvering simple and a fully adjustable seat to improve operator comfort. Heavy-duty gearboxes with a large oil reservoir keep the machine running cool while operating.
HUSQVARNA For efficient compaction of deep or medium-depth granular soil, Husqvarna’s LG 504 is a powerful, reliable answer. The reversible plate compactor can serve as an alternative or complement to rollers when working in confined areas. It features a Hatz 1D817 diesel engine with electric start and an ergonomic, service-friendly design. Between a forward/reverse lever and vibration-damping handle, handling is easy on all surfaces. An optional indicator tells you when the ground is ideally compacted.
LIGCHINE The newest innovation from Ligchine, the SpiderScreed, will be on display at the Canadian Concrete Expo this January. A lightweight and maneuverable drive-in system designed for upper deck concrete and slab-on-grade screeding applications the machine features an entirely TIG welded tubular aluminum cage to keep weight down. With a power-toweight ratio of 25 kilograms (55 pounds) per horsepower, the SpiderScreed incorporates Ligchine’s patented machine leveling system.
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MACK TRUCKS A new service offering that promises to increase vehicle uptime was all-new at Mack Trucks this fall. Known as dynamic maintenance, the company is using data from vehicle analytics to map out when maintenance is needed and replace traditional “set mileage” service schedules. Tied into Mack GuardDog Connect telematics and Mack ASIST, the new service is a first step toward predictive maintenance. For now, dynamic maintenance focuses on powertrain-related issues.
On jobs where dimensional stability is required to prevent shrinkage cracks in structures, the Mapecrete System offers a solution. Designed for producing shrinkage compensated concrete, the Mapei system combines a blend of three admixtures within the concrete: A water reducer developed for slabs, a shrinkage-compensating agent and a shrinkage-reducing agent. The system reduces the amount of weak points in the concrete and increases its durability, extending the service life of the structure.
SOMERO The S-940 laser screed machine from Somero pairs versatility and simplicity with increased power and productivity. Available with a fully automated self-levelling screed head and raking/fine grade head, the machine has an easy-access hinged console, helping operators feel comfortable with any job. It has a foldable elevation beam that provides a narrow profile during transport with the added benefit of providing easy entry to job sites.
MINNICH It may not be quite ready to premiere in Toronto, but Minnich Manufacturing is introducing a new 50cc gas-powered backpack concrete vibrator this winter. The vibrator unit weighs 20.5 pounds and is designed to maximize operator comfort, mobility and productivity during concrete consolidation. All core/casings and vibrator heads will be interchangeable between the company’s other flex shaft units.
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In January, the Power Curbers 5700-D will replace its predecessor the 5700-C as the “one machine solution” for concrete slipform applications. The next generation machine features a range of enhancements and excels at tasks such as curbing, sidewalk, barrier, ditches, paving, tunnel, agricultural and a range of other specialized applications.
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Updated from the original model introduced in 2016, Vacuworx is bringing its SL 2 Subcompact Vacuum Lifting System to Toronto. Compatible with a range of equipment, including skid steer loaders, small excavators, backhoes and cranes, the vacuum lifter creates enough suction to be able to lift 1,200 kilograms (2,700 pounds) while making common job site nuisances like noise, debris and vibration a non-issue.
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International concrete industry readies itself for Vegas World of Concrete 2020 follows the annual show’s biggest event in a decade
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ith a jam-packed show season, the construction industry will be getting to know Las Vegas quite well over the first few months of 2020. World of Concrete 2020 kicks off the year at the beginning of February. Doors are open at the annual show, which draws international crowds from the concrete, masonry and wider construction sector, for four days from Feb. 4 to 7. Next year’s event – the 45th iteration of World of Concrete – comes on the heels of the busiest show in a decade. Despite 10 years of growth since the 2008 recession, the 2019 show proved the construction industry is still going strong. Attendance of more than 60,000 last year outpaced 2018 by several thousand as exhibitors set up over approximately 776,800 sq. ft. of the Las Vegas Convention Center. With construction continuing to grow, much of the same is forecast for 2020. As usual, contractors that work with concrete will find a plethora of products, resources and valuable information to help them strengthen their businesses. Exhibitors include original equipment manufacturers from around the world, distributors and technology service providers. Along with the vast show floor, several demonstrations are already on the books that will put equipment such as crushers, vibrators and commercial trucks to the test. World of Concrete’s substantial educational component also returns in 2020. A long list of certification courses, hands-on training classes and seminars led by industry experts are scheduled to run all week.
Among other special events, the Spec Mix Bricklayer 500 will take place on day two of the show. Last year, Hamilton, Ont.’s Mario Alves topped more than two dozen competitors from the U.S., Canada and Australia to win what’s known as the “Super Bowl” of masonry. The show floor is open between 9:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. from Feb. 4 to 6. Doors on the final day are from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
SEMINARS TO WATCH Shotcrete technology for diverse and cost-saving projects Attendees will learn about the challenges associated with shotcrete, explore the cost-savings benefits of shotcrete and learn how to create the proper mix design formulation for successful results. Managing a multigenerational workforce from millennials to baby boomers The departure of baby boomers and influx of millennial workers can create confusion in the workplace. This session offers tips and tools on how the two generations can commingle. From enforcer to ally: Understanding the psychology of safety management Presented by Caterpillar, this session will focus on how to overcome the ‘safety cop’ persona by balancing leadership and collaboration to help participants create a more engaged safety culture on the job site. Sustainability of concrete structures through durability enhancing technologies Attendees will learn about innovative technologies that can enhance the durability and sustainability of concrete structures as well as techniques to preventing water damage and erosion. Hot weather: Dealing with concrete in hot, dry and windy conditions Kim Basham, president at KB Engineering will discuss how to avoid problems associated with hot weather by properly ordering, placing, finishing and curing concrete. Addressing hardened concrete problems after concrete placement Michelle Wilson, director of concrete technology for the Portland Cement Association, will cover common problems with hardened concrete as well as practical solutions to correcting existing problems. How to maintain polished concrete with composite resin abrasive pads Attendees will explore field testing reviews and compare DIP (Diamond Impregnated Pads) to a newer floor maintenance system, Composite Resin Abrasives (CRAs).
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NEW! MO07 Retail & Industrial Slabs: Polishing Processes, Productivity & Profit B. Harris
MO06 Expectations and Maintenance of Polished Concrete Slabs J.Ledger-Kalen
● TUFPE Comm/Ind Performance Exam
• TUAIW Inspector Written Exam Tues, 8:00 am - 11:30 am
WE21 How to Turn Inefficiency into Profitability B.Humphrey
WE12 Mix Design I: Evaluation of Mixtures K.Hover See Hands-On Mix Design Labs WE17 Advanced Repair: Structural Distress, Assessment & Strengthening Solutions J.Thomas
WE08 Polished Concrete Overlays: Creating a Successful Installation J. Zingale
WE04 Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures: Applications, Methods & Materials M.Wilson
8:00 AM—11:00 AM
NEW! TH22 Improving Scheduling Practices: Understand Impacts of Jobsite Productivity K.Wolfe, R.Geans
TH13 Mix Design II: Adjusting with Aggregates and Admixtures K.Hover
NEW! TH09 From Bid to Contract: Preparing for Successful Concrete Polishing Bill Bencker
NEW! TH05 Practical Concrete Specifications for Contractors, Suppliers & Design Professionals T.Ley
8:00 AM—11:00 AM
THURSDAY February 6
• THCFF Flatwork Written Exam Thurs, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
WE408 ACI Flatwork Associate & Advanced Finisher Wed, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm J.Holland, B.Simonelli
**ICRI Examinees MUST be pre-approved
• THRPE Moisture Testing 1-Hr Perf Exam ** Thurs, 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
WEDNESDAY Febrary 5
TUMD1 Tues, 8:00 am - 11:30 am TUMD2 Tues, 10:00 am - 1:30 pm TUMD3 Tues, 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
THSC1 Thurs, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
THURSDAY February 6
WEPTD1 Wed, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
WEMD1 Wed, 8:00 am - 11:30 am WEMD2 Wed, 10:00 am - 1:30 pm WEMD3 Wed, 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
THPTD1 Thurs, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm THPTD2 Thurs, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Place & Finish Floors • J.Groom, C.White , S.Lloyd
WESC1 Wed, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
WESTS1 Wed, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm - Advanced Surveying
Mix Design & Testing Labs • J.Schemmel, T.Greene
TUSC1 Tues, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Stamped Concrete • P.Schneider
TUSTS1 Tues, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm - Basics of Surveying for Beginners TUSTS2 Tues, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm - Basics of Surveying for Beginners
Surveying with Total Stations • T.Houston, P.Urbano
TUDOD Decorative Overlays Wkshp & Live Demo Tues, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm • C.Sullivan, K.Duhon, B.Farnsworth TUFPT Train-the-Trainer: Fall Protection End User Tues, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm • R.Overton TURSS Train-the-Trainer: Rigging & Signaling for Cranes Tues, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm • R.Overton
NEW! MOLW2 Field Planning & Execution Mon, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm • B.Humphrey
MOCFT Train-the-Trainer: Construction Forklift Mon, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm • R.Overton
NEW! MOAWP Train-the-Trainer: Aerial Work Platform Mon, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm • R.Overton
Tuesday February 4
NEW! TUCEW Estimating Strategies & Risk Management Tues, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm • R.Geans, T.Ruttura
NEW! MOLW1 Effective Field Communications Mon, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm • B.Humphrey
WEDNESDAY February 5
WEVCD Vertical Concrete Wkshp & Live Demo Wed, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm • C.Sullivan, W.Ness, B.Farnsworth
WECCD Concrete Countertops Wkshp & Live Demo Wed, 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm • J.Girard
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FR23 How to Establish Teamwork on Every Crew & Job J.Stokes
FR18 Repairing Concrete Cracks: Evaluation and Selection of Repair Methods K.Basham
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FRIDAY February 7
THASD Acid Staining Wkshp & Live Demo Thurs, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm • F.Jasso, M.Zambrano
NEW! THLSW Laser Scanning for Concrete Thurs, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm • W.Paul, K. Stein
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• THTUS Tilt-Up Written Exam Thurs, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
TH410 ACI/TCA Tilt-Up Technician/Supervisor Thurs, 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm S.Hickey
• THCFA Foundation Written Exam Thurs, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
• WERCE Recertification Written Exam ** Wed, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
• WECRT Moisture Testing Written Exam
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TH409 ACI/CFA Residential Foundation Technician Thurs, 8:00 am -12:00 pm J.Baty
WEDNESDAY Febrary 5
WE407 ICRI Concrete Slab Moisture Testing Technician Wed, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm P.Craig, S.Tarr
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Wednesday, 8 am – 12 pm
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• THFTP 2-Hr Field Testing Perf Exam ** Thurs, 8:00 am -12:00 pm
• WEFTW Field Testing Written Exam Wed, 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
TU406 ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I Tues, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm M.Englestead
• TUCPE Written Exam Tues, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
TU405 ACPA Concrete Pump Operator Safety Tues, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm L.Ainsworth
WOC INTERACTIVE WORKSHOPS & LIVE DEMONSTRATIONS
• TUDCW Decorative Concrete Written Exam Tues, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
MONDAY February 3
• TUPCW Pervious Installer Written Exam Tues, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
NEW! MO404 ACI Decorative Concrete Flatwork Finisher & Associate Mon, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm C. Sullivan
Tues, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
● TUCIF Comm/Ind Written Exam
Tues, 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
MO403 ACI Advanced/Specialty Comm/Indus Concrete Flatwork Finisher/Technician Mon, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm J.Holland, B.Simonelli
MO401 ACI Post-Installed Concrete Anchor Installation Inspector Mon, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm W.Hellmer
MO402 Pervious Concrete Installer Mon, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm A.Sparkman
TUESDAY February 4
TU11 What is Wrong With My Concrete? Troubleshooting Concrete Quality T.Ley TU16 Repair II: Waterproofing, General Protection & Corrosion Prevention P.Emmons, E.Alhariri
NEW! TU03 Concrete Basics III: Troubleshooting Typical Problems, Tips & Marketplace Trends J.Groom, R.Szecsy
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WOC 4-HOUR CERTIFICATION REVIEW SEMINARS & EXAMS
NEW! MO20 Effective Communication Skills to Increase Your Personal Influence R.Anderson
NEW! MO19 Construction Field & Project Management Systems that Work G.Hedley
MONDAY February 3
MO15 Repair I: Surface Prep, Reinf. Repair, Mat'l Selection & Placement P.Emmons
MO14 Troubleshooting Concrete Cracks: Understand and Minimize Cracking K.Basham
MO10 Effective Use of Chemical Admixtures C.Nmai
NEW! MO02 Concrete Basics II: Ordering, Producing, Placing & Finishing Concrete J.Groom, R.Szecsy See Hands-On Place & Finish
1:00 PM—4:00 PM
NEW! MO01 Concrete Basics I: Concrete Materials, Mixtures & Fresh Properties J.Groom, R.Szecsy See Hands-On Mix Design Labs
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CONCRETE RECOGNITION The 2019 Ontario Concrete Awards recognize spectacular builds across Ontario 1
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he Concrete Awards celebrate the efforts of suppliers, designers, contractors and owners in Ontario. Held during the Buildings Show at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, this year’s winners were diverse, representing building projects from transit stations to modern condo complexes. 1. INFRASTRUCTURE AWARD – GUILDWOOD STATION
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Situated in the far east end of Toronto is the newly constructed Guildwood Station. Owned by Metrolinx, the $62M project contains 5,374 cubic metres of placed concrete. The project began in 2014 and was finished in June 2019, with Kenaidan Contracting Ltd. acting as general contractor.
Bear Island in Northeastern Ontario is home to 244 residents as well as the Temagami First Nations community. It is also home to the newly constructed Temagami First Nations Multi-use Facility. Owned by the Temagami First Nations, Quinan Construction Ltd. acted as general contractor while Lafarge Canada supplied materials. The $5 million facility features 400 cubic metres of concrete.
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2. INSTITUTIONAL BUILDING AWARD – TEMAGAMI FIRST NATION MULTIUSE FACILITY
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3. MATERIAL DEVELOPMENT AND INNOVATION AWARD – MASTER X-SEED 55, PIER 27 Increasing concrete strength, durability and reducing environmental impact are some of the main benefits of Master X-Seed 55. Located at Pier 27 on the Toronto Harbourfront, this 36-floor complex is recognized for its innovative use of concrete. A collaborative project between contractors and engineers such as TMG Builders, BASF Canada, the Carpenters Union and Entuitive, this project features 25,000 cubic metres of concrete.
4. MID-TO-HIGH RISE RESIDENTIALPRECAST – INTERCONTINENTAL COMBO HOTEL Owned by Vrancor Group and located in picturesque Niagara-on-the-Lake, the Intercontinental Combo Hotel is a 174-room multi-purpose hotel complex. Featuring 4,553 square metres of cladding, 140 square metres of precast cornices and an impressive 11,447 square metres of precast landings and stairs, this project was created by M2Construction Management as the general contractor and M.A Steelcon Engineering Ltd. Stubbe’s Precast supplied the material for the adjoining six-story hotels.
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5. MID-TO-HIGH RISE RESIDENTIAL: CAST IN PLACE AND SUSTAINABLE CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION – RIVER CITY PHASE 3
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A series of three residential condominium buildings, known as River City Phase 1, 7 2 and 3 sit perched above the Don Valley Parkway at King and River streets in Toronto. The third and final tower, River City Phase 3, owned by Urban Capital, is this year’s winner for Mid-to-High Rise Residental: Cast in Place, as well as the Sustainable Concrete Construction category. It features a 29-storey residential tower along with a seven-storey podium. The $68 million project began in 2015 and was completed in October 2018. It features a 3,000 square-metre foot plate and 17,700 cubic metres of concrete.
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6. STRUCTURAL DESIGN INNOVATION – GAY LEA DISTRIBUTION FACILITY The Freezer Building of Gay Lea’s Brampton-based production facility has 140,000 sq. ft. of concrete flooring and features a total usage of 3,700 cubic metres of concrete, along with a Compensating Concrete slab. The project’s floor, which is owned by the Orlando Corp. and built by United Floor Ltd., was completed in 2018 and is currently an operating facility.
7. SPECIALTY CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION – DIETRICH COMMODITIES GRAIN SILO The new grain silo at Dietrich Family Farms, located in Lucan, Ont., has walls constructed of 10-inch thick concrete.
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Standing at 26.2 meters in interior diameter and 40.2 meters in height, it is this largest silo ever built by MWI Silo Systems Inc. Dufferin Concrete supplied 1,500 meters of concrete for the walls, the equivalent of 29 cubic meters per 4-foot lift. MWI served as the general contractor on the project while Stephen B Clarke and Associates Inc. were the engineers of record on the unique silo project.
Announced at the Buildings Show in Toronto Dec. 4, other winners at this year’s Ontario Concrete Awards include Stubbe’s Precast Head Office in Harley, Ont., which received the Architectural Merit Award and Marineland’s Polar Splash, which received the Architectural Hardscape Award. The award take place each year. Projects can be submitted for nomination in several different categories.
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