We had an excellent turn out for our April 2025 North West Technical Training event at Heidelberg Material’s concrete plant in Westhoughton.
Due to the number of guests attending the event was split into two sections. One group spent the morning in the lab learning how concrete is mixed and slump and flow tested, as well as the use of admixtures and fibres and how they improve the performance and structural strength of Concrete. Also, the lab technicians went into detail explaining how concrete cubes are made and stored as well as being crush tested. The other group where in the classroom learning all about concrete production and how cement is produced and what impact GGBS has in concrete. Additionally, a fascinating talk was given by Thomas Hinch on different types of fibres and their application.
Following a lunch break, the groups switched over so all could benefit from the day.
Our guests came away with a great insight into the production of concrete and they were full of questions and compliments on the event and we hope this will encourage others to roll up for the next one.
Thanks to our hosts Heidelberg Materials UK and our speakers:
- Lee Baldwin
- Hannah Roberts
- Nick Graham MICT
- Thomas Hinch
- Robin Styles
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