DENVER, CO, October 10, 2024 -- XBE, a leader in operations management software for the heavy construction industry, has partnered with the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) to launch AskConcrete.com — an AI-powered tool built to answer your ready-mixed concrete industry questions.
AskConcrete serves as an answer engine for intricate questions related to ready-mixed concrete, encompassing all facets of material science, production, and logistics. Trained on hundreds of NRMCA publications, AskConcrete combines deep industry expertise with the broad general knowledge of concrete and construction topics, providing accurate, step-by-step answers to a wide range of inquiries.
Example queries might include: “How do I calculate the precise quantity of concrete needed for a project?” “How does temperature impact concrete curing times?” “What are the ASTM standards for aggregate testing?” or “How might carbon capture technology integrate into current production facilities?” AskConcrete delivers instant, reliable answers and references the NRMCA documents that form the basis of its insights.
“AskConcrete represents a step change in how our members tackle daily challenges,” said Andrew Tyrell, Executive Vice President of Government Affairs at NRMCA. “From detailed technical questions to quick operational needs, this tool offers instant insights that improve efficiency and decision-making across all levels of the industry.”
XBE’s CEO, Sean Devine, who revealed AskConcrete at NRMCA’s ConcreteWorks in Denver, CO, today, highlighted its potential: “AskConcrete is the fastest, most effective way to access NRMCA’s extensive knowledge, ensuring that our members have trusted information at their fingertips to solve problems more quickly than ever before.”
The collaboration builds on XBE’s years of leadership in AI innovation, starting with Hey Kayla, an AI tool that inspired subsequent projects like Hey NAPA (for the asphalt pavement industry) and AskConcrete. Beyond these tools, XBE has released over a dozen powerful AI-driven features and recently introduced SuperPower, a new product that leverages AI to transform how users access information and take action within XBE's platform, delivering a groundbreaking user experience.
“AskConcrete is set to become an indispensable resource for NRMCA members,” said Gregg Lewis, Chief Communications Officer at NRMCA. “It’s a tool that gives our members an edge in a competitive and complex market.”
AskConcrete is now live and accessible for free via NRMCA.org or AskConcrete.com.
About XBE
XBE is an enterprise software company that provides comprehensive operations management solutions for the horizontal construction industry. Serving vertically integrated construction companies—including those with quarries, asphalt plants, ready-mix plants, trucking companies, and construction operations—XBE delivers the most complete software platform in the industry.
About NRMCA
The National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) is a leading trade association representing the U.S. ready mixed concrete industry. Its mission is to promote quality, sustainability, and innovation in concrete production and construction. NRMCA provides technical expertise, certification, and advocacy for policies that advance the use of concrete in building and infrastructure projects, with a focus on safety and environmental responsibility.