World of Concrete
The only annual international trade show dedicated to commercial concrete and masonry construction—held in Las Vegas each January by Informa Markets with 150+ education sessions and AI technology showcases.
Definition
World of Concrete (WOC) is the only annual international event dedicated to the concrete and masonry construction industry, operated by Informa Markets and held at the Las Vegas Convention Center each January. WOC 2026 took place January 20-22 (education January 19-22), and WOC 2027 is scheduled January 19-21 (education January 18-21). The 2026 event featured 150+ education sessions—the most comprehensive in the event's 50-year history—including 60+ brand-new topics and bilingual sessions with real-time translation. Technology exhibitors at WOC 2026 included ConstructConnect (AI-assisted takeoff and estimating), Hilti (advanced construction management tools), and Samsara (Connected Operations Platform). WOC is the primary venue for concrete and masonry technology announcements from organizations including ACI, PCA, and NRMCA. The concrete and masonry products market is projected to reach $508 billion by 2030, making the sector a significant AI adoption opportunity.
Examples
Concrete contractor evaluating AI-assisted takeoff tools from ConstructConnect and three competitors at WOC 2026
Ready-mix producer attending WOC 2027 education session on AI concrete mix design optimization for low-carbon mixes
WOC 2027 featuring first large-scale 3D concrete printing demonstration from a North American manufacturer
Frequently Asked Questions
World of Concrete (WOC) is the only annual international event dedicated to the concrete and masonry construction industry, operated by Informa Markets and held at the Las Vegas Convention Center each January. WOC 2026 took place January 20-22 (education January 19-22), and WOC 2027 is scheduled January 19-21 (education January 18-21). The 2026 event featured 150+ education sessions—the most comprehensive in the event's 50-year history—including 60+ brand-new topics and bilingual sessions with real-time translation. Technology exhibitors at WOC 2026 included ConstructConnect (AI-assisted takeoff and estimating), Hilti (advanced construction management tools), and Samsara (Connected Operations Platform). WOC is the primary venue for concrete and masonry technology announcements from organizations including ACI, PCA, and NRMCA. The concrete and masonry products market is projected to reach $508 billion by 2030, making the sector a significant AI adoption opportunity.
Concrete contractor evaluating AI-assisted takeoff tools from ConstructConnect and three competitors at WOC 2026. Ready-mix producer attending WOC 2027 education session on AI concrete mix design optimization for low-carbon mixes. WOC 2027 featuring first large-scale 3D concrete printing demonstration from a North American manufacturer.
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