CPCI's 2024 Canadian Precast Concrete Convention will be held in-person October 7 – 10, 2024 in sunny Edmonton, Alberta!
The convention provides an excellent opportunity to network with industry professionals, stay current with what is happening in the precast prestressed concrete industry and find out more about CPCI’s many initiatives including Technical, Student Education, Marketing and Sustainability, Productivity and Safety.
Network and Meet CPCI Associate Members at the Trade Show
Visit the Associate Members tabletops throughout the duration of the Convention. Meals and breaks along with the Welcome Reception provides a great opportunity to meet CPCI Associate Members face to face, develop, and maintain important relationships, and discuss their valuable products and services.
Help Shape the Future of the Industry
Attend the various CPCI committee meetings and events to share your ideas and help CPCI strategize and determine key priorities for our industry. These meetings also afford unique opportunities to connect with a community of peers to actively influence and enhance the industry.
Stay Informed and Grow Your Business
Keep up to date on emerging business and technical advances in the precast concrete industry. Learn how CPCI’s Technical, Marketing, Sustainability, Productivity, Safety, and Student Education programs will help you strengthen and grow your business, leveraging it for success in today’s competitive marketplace.
Join us on Tuesday morning for an insightful session led by a panel of experts in the precast concrete industry. They bring a wide breadth of knowledge about the design, manufacturing and use of precast concrete systems.
Get your questions answered by some of the industry’s experts on precast concrete systems, engineering design, materials, building envelopes and sustainability!
After the session, there will be an opportunity to network with professionals from the precast concrete industry over a casual lunch.
Sponsored by: ALP Supply, BuildingPoint, Infra-Tech Steel Works and MTE Consultants
We will be hosting a full day event for students and members on Wednesday. We’ll start the day visiting some local precast projects in and around the city as we make our way to Eagle Builders. Students and members will have the opportunity to network over lunch and while travelling together.
Once we’re back in Edmonton, the day will finish with a tour of the Structures Lab as well as the Donadeo Innovation Centre for Engineering at the University of Alberta where guests will see firsthand the innovative precast elements that were used for the Centre.
Calling all plant managers and operations personnel! CM&E will be leading an interactive session about LEAN concepts that can streamline and improve your precast manufacturing operations. Join us to learn more about effective ways to deliver more value for customers and combat industry-wide labour shortage and productivity issues.
CPCI has partnered with NPCA to bring the Master Precaster Program to Canada! The first Canadian Production & Quality School Level I (PQS I) will be offered in person at the 2024 Canadian Precast Concrete Convention. PQS I is the first step toward the Master Precaster certification. The course will take you through the fundamentals of precast production such as: batching and mixing, reinforcement, production practices, and quality control.
Let loose and unwind on Tuesday night in a casual setting that honours our Canadian hockey roots. Located IN Rogers Place, home of the Edmonton Oilers, Studio 99 plays homage to the GOAT – showcasing an unparalleled collection of Wayne Gretzky memorabilia. On the night before the home opener when the Oilers take on the Jets for their first match up of the season, we’ll bask the presence of greatness and enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience in this hockey haven!
Did you know? Rogers Place Proudly bears the distinction of being the first LEED-Silver certified NHL facility in Canada!
Edmonton is made for exploring! Discover the excitement of Edmonton’s ICE District or carve out time to check out the river valley which has over 150 km of trails that are perfect for jogging, cycling, and taking in the picturesque city vistas. At the Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel, you’re just steps away from it all!
Thank you to the 2024 Canadian Precast Concrete Convention sponsors!
8:00am to 12:00pm | Exhibitor Set-Up |
12:00pm to 12:30pm | Working lunch in Exhibit area |
12:30pm to 2:30pm | CPCI Sustainability, Productivity & Safety Committee Meeting |
3:00pm to 5:00pm | CPCI Student Education Committee Meeting |
6:30pm to 7:30pm | CPCI Associate Member Welcome Reception |
8:00pm to 10:00pm | Member Welcome Dinner |
9:30am to 11:30am | Ask the Precast Experts Session |
7:00am to 4:30pm | Exhibits Open |
7:30am to 8:30am | Breakfast in exhibit area |
12:00pm to 1:30pm | Keynote Lunch |
2:00pm to 3:00pm | Lean Manufacturing Presentation |
3:30pm to 5:30pm | CPCI Technical Committee Meeting |
6:00pm to 10:00pm | Hometown Hockey Member Dinner & Social |
6:30pm to 10:00pm | CPCI Partners Awards of Excellence Reception and Dinner |
8:00am to 5:00pm | Project & Plant Tour |
8:00am to 12:00pm | Exhibits Open |
8:00am to 8:30am | Breakfast in exhibit area |
8:00am to 5:00pm | PQS 1 Course Day 1 |
9:00am to 11:00am | CPCI Marketing Committee Meeting |
12:00pm to 1:30pm | CPCI Member Award Luncheon |
2:00pm to 5:00pm | CPCI Board of Directors Meeting |
2:00pm to 5:00pm | Exhibitor Tear Down |
8:00am to 5:00pm | PQS 1 Course Day 2 and Exam |