TCG Story Category: Innovation

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Innovation

Research for the future of concrete – Our ongoing work

2025-08-29

At Thomas Concrete Group, research and development are at the core of our mission to create a more sustainable concrete industry. Through close collaborations with universities, industry organizations, and material suppliers, we continuously explore new ways to find innovative solutions and to reduce concrete’s carbon footprint without compromising quality and durability. Currently, we are engaged in several exciting research projects focusing on alternative binders and innovative methods for evaluating concrete properties.

Sustainability, Innovation, News

Thomas Concrete Group and Boliden deepen their research collaboration

2025-04-08

Thomas Concrete Group and Boliden have signed a long-term research and development agreement with the goal of developing and optimizing an alternative binder for concrete, based on the SCMentum product concept developed by Boliden.

Sustainability, Innovation

New standard opens doors for natural pozzolans in concrete

2025-04-01

The concrete industry is facing an exciting transformation. With a new Swedish standard for natural pozzolans, there are opportunities to use materials like calcined clay and volcanic ash in concrete—something that can reduce the carbon footprint without compromising on quality.

Sustainability, Innovation

Part III: Karlatornet – The building that changed Gothenburg’s skyline

2025-03-19

Karlatornet is an impressive landmark in Gothenburg. For us at Team Thomas, it has been a fantastic opportunity to be part of this project, and we are proud to have contributed with both our expertise and innovative capabilities. Here is the final part of our article series.

Sustainability, Innovation

Part II: Karlatornet – How We Pumped Concrete 246 Meters into the Air

2025-03-12

Building the tallest structure in the Nordics required innovative technology, meticulous planning, and strong collaboration. For us at Team Thomas, the task of pumping concrete 246 meters into the air was a technical challenge that demanded customized solutions and constant ingenuity.

Sustainability, Innovation

Myths and Truths About Concrete

2025-02-24

Concrete is the world's most widely used building material and has played a central role in the construction of societies for thousands of years. Despite its extensive use, concrete is surrounded by misconceptions and false rumors. In this article, we will debunk some of the most common myths while highlighting well-substantiated facts.

Sustainability, Innovation

Part I: Karlatornet – A Stable Foundation for the Tallest Building in the Nordics

2025-02-20

Karlatornet in Gothenburg, Sweden, standing at 246 meters, is the tallest building in the Nordics and one of the tallest residential buildings in Europe. The construction required innovative thinking, meticulous planning, and above all, world-class concrete. As The Concrete Specialists, we have played a crucial role in the project.

Innovation

Smoother precast projects with new features in MinBetong®

2025-01-24

On a busy construction site, having a clear overview and streamlined planning is essential to keeping projects on track. With the latest updates to MinBetong, we’re now offering even greater support to our customers – particularly those working with precast concrete elements.

Innovation

Portland cement turns 200 – A look back and ahead

2024-12-09

This year marks the 200th anniversary of Joseph Aspdin's patent for Portland cement, filed on October 21, 1824—a material whose innovation has revolutionized the construction industry and enabled large-scale structures worldwide. However, the history of hydraulic binders dates back much further, but that’s another story.