Cement & Concrete Applications

The use of cement and concrete is essential to build reliable and resilient structures,
transportation networks, water resources facilities that support all aspects of life in the United
States. When one component of the system fails to serve its purpose, such as a bridge or
dam, the impacts are felt immediately. 

Cement-based infrastructure applications have proven to be safe, sustainable, and

economically sound solutions for the vertical and horizontal construction markets. The fact
that cement and concrete are readily available with exceptional properties makes it an ideal
solution for nearly every construction application.

PCA’s Market Development Department is staffed with engineers experienced in the

use of cement-based technologies for a wide variety of infrastructure applications,
and they are available to answer your questions.
Learn more about their expertise and how to contact them here: 

Manager Water Resources & Geotechnical Markets

 Roller-Compacted Concrete
 Soil-Cement
 Controlled Low-Strength Material
 Slurry Cutoff Wall
 Grouting

Joshua Gilman, P.E., is the manager of water resources and geotechnical markets
for PCA. He is responsible for market development and expanding the use of
concrete and other cement-based materials for water resources and geotechnical
applications including roller-compacted concrete, soil-cement and waste
stabilization. 

Gilman has more than 10 years of experience in the geotechnical and water
resources markets. Prior to joining PCA, Gilman held geotechnical engineering
positions with consulting firms in the Northeastern and Southeastern United States,
and most-recently managed a satellite office for a large firm performing geotechnical
and construction materials testing services. Water resources, especially dam
engineering and dam safety, have been a focus throughout Gilman’s career including
employment with a multi-discipline consulting firm that served the hydropower
industry.

Gilman holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Norwich

University, and is a licensed professional engineer in the state of North Carolina.

Meet the Experts.

WHAT IS CONCRETE: CONCRETE & CEMENT DEFINED

Contrary to popular belief, concrete and cement are not the same thing; cement is
actually just a component of concrete. Concrete is made up of three basic
components: water, aggregate (rock, sand, or gravel) and Portland cement. Cement,
usually in powder form, acts as a binding agent when mixed with water and
aggregates. This combination, or concrete mix, will be poured and harden into the
durable material with which we are all familiar.

Following is a group of articles that will be helpful when trying to understand more
about concrete and cement. Other items that might be of interest to you include
concrete basics such as mix design, and cement information.