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What World of Concrete Told Us About the Future of Construction

This year’s World of Concrete expo proved there is a world of new products in the construction industry. MarketScale was in Las Vegas this week to get a firsthand look at everything that is going to be changing the way structures are built in 2019. Concrete was at the center of the show but scaffolds,…

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This year’s World of Concrete expo proved there is a world of new products in the construction industry. MarketScale was in Las Vegas this week to get a firsthand look at everything that is going to be changing the way structures are built in 2019.

Concrete was at the center of the show but scaffolds, harnesses, power tools and even construction software was on display this week in the desert.

Congratulations to everyone who competed in our Operators Challenge at @WorldofConcrete! We're proud to support ​all the great operators who use John Deere equipment every day. pic.twitter.com/kUhPMpEc6n
— John Deere (@JohnDeere) January 25, 2019

Nitrocrete, a business that cools concrete with liquid nitrogen stood out. So did ADM Inc., a company that offers a sand heater to better control mix temperature.

Sensera systems also had a noteworthy exhibit. The company provides construction jobsite monitoring software and drone photography so projects can be done more efficiently and more safely.

Our booth at the #WorldofConcrete is ready and the show has begun! Come and see us and our awesome RMX 100 in Las Vegas at N647! @ReliableMix pic.twitter.com/revwR7TS22
— Reliable Mix (@ReliableMix) January 23, 2019

Robotics seem to be on hand at every trade show these days and World of concrete was no different. Construction Robotics was in Las Vegas showing off its automation equipment that helps in several areas of the construction process.

It's day 3 of #WorldofConcrete and there's still time to find out how our financing solutions can help you acquire #heavyequipment for your next project. Visit Cat Financial at booth C6061 in the Central Hall to meet with our team and learn more! pic.twitter.com/YJIU4DG1FN
— Cat Financial (@CatFinancial) January 24, 2019

The construction industry is in a new age at the moment and this expo proved that change is coming fast, and in many respects is already here.

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