Over 55,000 Attend 2025 World of Concrete in Vegas
More than 56,000 trade professionals gathered in Las Vegas for the 2025 edition of World of Concrete, the world’s only annual international event dedicated to the concrete and masonry construction industries.
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| A total of 57,908 attendees were introduced to the latest tools, technologies and equipment at World of Concrete 2025. |
For over five decades, World of Concrete has brought together the newest products, industry suppliers, resources, and educational resources from around the world. It continues to be the global meeting point for professionals shaping the future of construction.
From Jan. 20-23, a total of 57,908 attendees were introduced to the latest tools, technologies and equipment inside and outside the Las Vegas Convention Center.
“This event sets the standard for excellence in construction, both excelling in size, attendance and engagement as well as the ability to deliver highly relevant and tailored content to our various audience types,” said Jackie James, vice president, World of Concrete. “It provides actionable insights and tangible takeaways that attendees can take into the real world, empowering them to thrive in their roles and stay ahead as the knowledge gained at WOC is applied in the day-to-day work.”
This year’s show featured 1,522 exhibitors across the convention center’s 750,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space. Heavy machinery, tools products and services for material handling, concrete reinforcement, concrete masonry, cement production and decorative concrete for all types of building, repair, demolition and reconstruction were showcased.
Exhibiting companies included Bobcat, DeWalt, Ford Pro, Makita, Diablo, Blaklader Workwear, Kubota and Milwaukee Tool, among others. Technology-forward solutions were also at the forefront, with Lucid Bots, Ripik AI, Procore, and Dusty Robotics among the exhibitors showcasing how construction is leveraging future-facing technologies to increase efficiency, demonstrating applications of robotics, automation, artificial intelligence and clean energy poised to revolutionize safety, performance and speed.
“DY Concrete Pumps is celebrating ten years in business, and we’ve had our best show yet,” said Braden Huggins of DY Concrete Pumps Inc. “This is our tenth year at World of Concrete as well, we love this show. If you’re in the concrete business this is where you have to be. Anybody and everybody that is in the industry is here.”
Huggins said this year was more than they could have ever expected.
“If you are thinking about World of Concrete 2026, do not hesitate,” he said. “Anybody and everybody in the concrete industry is here at this show and it pays off.”
Other than DY Concrete Pumps, other exhibitors including Mack Trucks and Caterpillar commemorated their respective 125 and 100 years of serving the construction industry during the show.
“Our mission is to equip our community with the knowledge and skills to navigate new opportunities, challenges and changes in this rapidly evolving industry while preparing current leaders to recruit and nurture the next generation of talent,” James said.
Complementing the exhibits, World of Concrete offered contractors and companies more than 180 educational sessions to help bring operations to the next level through business strategy and project management. Concrete fundamentals courses supported those entering the workforce, while leadership courses enabled participants to learn how to succeed in professional development.
In addition, experts shared insights into current industry topics such as changes in regulations, geological conditions, workforce trends and growth opportunities throughout the sector.
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| Ohio native Cole Stamper, above left takes home top honors at the SPEC MIX Bricklayer 500 World Championship, while Darian Douthit wins SPEC MIX Top Craftsman Award. |
Super Bowl of Masonry
Special events at World of Concrete had concrete and masonry masters go head-to-head to compete for championship titles, including the SPEC MIX Bricklayer 500 World Championship, assembling 27 masons from around the world competing for the title of “World’s Best Bricklayer” along with $125,000 in cash and prizes, including a new 4x4 Chevrolet truck, a Kubota RTV-X1130 utility vehicle, and an Essick Pro12 mixer.
For sixty minutes, 27 masons and tenders from across North America battled to lay as many bricks as they could, with as few errors as possible. Both working together, it’s a true test of human skill, speed and stamina designed to determine the best craftsman in the masonry industry.
Brothers Cole and Forest Stamper, mason and tender respectively, took home the grand prize, laying 738 bricks in one hour. The event’s second most coveted award, the SPEC MIX Top Craftsman, went to Darian Douthit and mason tender Trapper Reeves who laid 511 bricks. Douthit has competed in many of the SMBL500 competitions in years past, and this year he proved he laid it all on the line to win this award.
To support skill development of the next generation of builders, the Mason Contractor’s Association of America hosted the Masonry Skills Challenge, consisting of first, second- and third-year apprentices showcasing their expertise in a surprise project without any preparation or assistance.
Record breaking CIM auction
A record-breaking $2.51 million was raised at the 2025 Concrete Industry Management initiative, a program which awards students with a four-year Bachelor of Science degree in Concrete Industry Management programs at five public universities including California State University, Chico, Middle Tennessee State, New Jersey Institute of Technology, Texas State University and South Dakota State University.
"Once again, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the concrete industry for their outstanding support in making this auction a record-breaking event," said Ben Robuck, chairperson of the CIM Auction Committee. "The auction results reflect this industry's high regard for the CIM program and the pressing need for skilled leaders in the industry. This year's auction was a phenomenal success in terms of the value of donated items and the enthusiastic participation.”
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| A record-breaking $2.51 million was raised at the 2025 Concrete Industry Management live and silent auction. |
Featured donated items included a concrete mixer truck from Mack Trucks, Inc. and Revolution Concrete Mixers, a truck-mounted 38M concrete pump from Alliance Concrete Pumps, Papé Kenworth, and Kenworth Truck Company, a concrete mixer truck from Peterbilt Motors Company and Con-Tech Manufacturing, and an S-485 Laser Screed from Somero Enterprises, among many other industry-specific items.
Other live and silent auction items included cement, fly ash, aggregate, concrete saws, drills, safety equipment, training sessions, reference books and software subscriptions, laptop computers, sports travel packages and golf and vacation travel packages and much more.
"We extend our gratitude to the numerous companies and organizations whose donations helped us achieve a record-breaking auction,” said Brian Gallagher, chairperson of the CIM Marketing Committee. “This year's event showcased exciting contributions from first-time donors like Toyota and AICrete, alongside the continued generosity of our returning supporters. These donations highlight the industry's unwavering commitment to empowering students, enhancing education and advancing the future of the concrete industry."
In addition to the extensive list of items donated, several organizations made financial contributions.
World of Concrete will return to the Las Vegas Convention Center January 20-22, 2026, with education beginning January 19.
To stay up to date with all the latest information, visit worldofconcrete.com.
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