Concrete Project Lifecycle is a new technical seminar developed from a conversation between Tim Mole (Saint-Gobain Construction Chemicals), Enda McKenna (McFarland Consulting), Mike Threadgold (Structural Concrete Alliance), and Wayne Annan (Beton Bauen). Their shared concern, that the industry had, in some cases, lost sight of the key principles behind successful concrete repair and restoration projects.
Their discussion highlighted the importance of viewing a project as a complete cycle, recognising that every stage plays a critical role in achieving durable, high-quality outcomes. Rather than focusing solely on the repair itself, they identified the need for a structured approach encompassing the entire project lifecycle.
Together, they developed a technical programme covering:
- Training and competency of applicators
- Site survey and condition assessment
- Specification development
- Application processes and industry best practice
The Concrete Society has helped bring the concept to life and support the sharing of knowledge through events and communications.
An inaugural pilot session was held at Saint-Gobain Construction Chemicals’ office, London in September 2026. Attendees provided positive and constructive feedback, enabling the presenters to refine and strengthen the content ahead of future events.
Tim Mole, who was instrumental in developing this seminar commented ‘The Concrete Project Lifecycle project came about as an opportunity to share experiences and reinforce the importance of professionalism within the construction industry. There is no single right or wrong way to carry out works, every job is different and comes with different challenges; however, there are clear requirements, technical standards, and professional expectations that we should all strive to uphold.
Looking ahead, I hope we can broaden these presentations to involve more contractors, manufacturers, engineers, and architects. By bringing together a wider range of industry professionals, we can deliver a consistent message about the standards, behaviours, and professionalism that everyone within the construction sector should embrace and adhere to.’
Building on the success of the launch event, the next Concrete Project Cycle seminar will take place at the Beton Bauen offices in Caerphilly, Wales, in December 2026, offering another opportunity for industry professionals to explore the collaborative approach needed to deliver successful and sustainable concrete repair projects.
