September 8 Dinner Presentation: The Alchemy of Admixtures – Modern Concrete Admixtures and Their Use

Professional development opportunity, jointly produced by ICRI-NE and ACI-NE, for members and non-members to learn from two industry experts about incorporating concrete admixtures for successful project results.

When:

September 8 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Location: 480 Totten Pond Road Waltham, 02451

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NE-ICRI & ACI-New England Members

$100.00

70 available

Non-Members

$120.00

70 available

$400 for 5 people ($80 ea./5th person FREE)

$400.00

70 available

Sponsor Table (1 meal included) $400

$400.00

70 available

Event Details

Our Dinner Presentation on Monday, September 8, 2025, a joint event produced by ICRI-NE and ACI-NE, will feature two local industry experts who will share their deep knowledge and insights regarding the appropriate materials, techniques and processes for effective concrete admixtures. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn directly from practicing professionals and ask questions about incorporating concrete admixtures into your projects for successful results.

OVERVIEW: The rapid evolution of chemical admixtures is bringing new opportunities and new challenges to the concrete marketplace through our ability to modify and enhance the plastic and hardened properties of concrete. Admixtures have evolved from simple air entrainers and water reducers to now include corrosion inhibitors, shrinkage reducers, waterproofers, and even ASR-mitigators. As the industry incorporates and adapts to these admixtures and the ever-evolving cement market, navigating this new landscape can seem like it requires studying chemistry, physics, and even a little bit of alchemy.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: In this session, we will explore the common types of chemical admixtures, including their benefits and limitations for plastic and hardened properties, how they should be used, and how they work. Using project examples, we will also discuss the roles of the engineer, contractor, and concrete supplier in the specification, development, submittal, and placement of concrete mixtures.

SCHEDULE: 5:30 p.m. Networking & Cocktails | 6:00 p.m. Buffet Dinner | 6:30 p.m. Presentation (60 minutes)
LOCATION: Office of Simpson, Gumpertz & Heger, 480 Totten Pond Rd, Waltham, MA 02451

PRESENTERS

Brett Holland, PE, SEAssociate Principal | Simpson Gumpertz & Heger, Inc.Brett Holland is an Associate Principal with Simpson Gumpertz & Heger, Inc. of Waltham, Massachusetts. Brett has over 15 years of research and industry experience. He specializes in developing and implementing concrete for high-performance applications, concrete placement troubleshooting, specialized durability requirements, and investigating and repairing structures. He has investigated, designed, and rehabilitated a variety of structures, including historic stadiums, mechanically stabilized earth walls, precast concrete, concrete overlays, solid waste transfer facilities, and large bridge and port structures. Brett is a registered Professional Engineer and Structural Engineer. He received his B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology. Brett is an active member and fellow of the American Concrete Institute (ACI) and is the President of the ACI New England Chapter. Brett is also active with the American Shotcrete Association (ASA) and Precast / Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI).

Brian BarryKey Account Manager | Chryso-GCPBrian is the Key Account Manager for Chryso-GCP. Prior to entering the admixture industry, he was the Technical Service Engineer for Holcim, where he specialized in mix design & optimization, process control, and troubleshooting issues for the ready mix and precast industry throughout the Northeast. He has 40 years in the industry in both ready mix and cement production and has assisted countless contractors, owners, engineers, and others with concrete related issues and has been involved with projects such as the Zakim Bridge, Pulaski Skyway Rehabilitation, Penobscot Narrows Bridge, I-91 Brattleboro Bridge, and The Tappan Zee. Brian holds a BS in Civil Engineering from the University of New Hampshire and several ACI & NRMCA certifications including Level 3 Technologist. He is also the instructor for several ACI courses for Northern New England Concrete Association and has received several nominations & awards for his promotional work from the Portland Cement Association. He is currently Chairman of the Massachusetts Aggregate & Concrete Promotional Association’s Technical Committee and Treasurer for ACI-New England.