Conference Sessions
Building the Future: How Tilt-Up Concrete is Revolutionizing Affordable Housing in Ontario
Date & Time:
Wednesday Feb 12, 2025 at 2:45 pm
Duration:
50 minutes
Location:
Room B
Registration:
$50 plus hst
Description
As the housing crisis in Ontario continues to challenge affordability and sustainability, innovative construction methods are becoming essential. This session explores how Tilt-Up Concrete—a fast, cost-effective, and eco-friendly construction technique—can be applied to both single and multi-family residential projects. Attendees will learn how this method can reduce construction costs, speed up timelines, and lower environmental impacts, making it a viable solution for addressing housing shortages in Ontario. Whether you’re a builder, architect, or policymaker, this presentation will provide practical insights into adopting Tilt-Up Concrete for more resilient, sustainable communities.
Presented by
Len Overbeek, Business Development, Tilt Wall Ontario Inc.
Len Overbeek, a luminary in construction, boasts over 25 years of diverse experience. Introduced to tilt-up construction in 2001, he co-founded Tilt Wall Ontario in 2002, showcasing his unwavering belief in the method by residing and working in tilt-up structures. Len is not merely a practitioner; he's a thought leader, educating the industry through seminars and earning recognition as a top 20 influencer in tilt-up. His innovative approach and commitment to education earned him the Murray Parker Memorial Award, solidifying Len Overbeek as an industry leader, reshaping construction narratives, and pioneering the future of tilt-up methodology.
Sponsored by:
Tilt-Up Concrete Association