Sales Managers Mark Rhead and Brian Severson represented Bid-Well at this year’s Concrete Bridge Engineering Institute (CBEI) Conference. Mark and Brian were joined by industry experts, researchers, and transportation officials for two days of collaboration and innovation in concrete bridge engineering.

Held on 30 April 2026, the CBEI Conference brought together leading researchers, members of the Transportation Pooled Fund, Department of Transportation network, and private sector partners to explore advancements in concrete bridge design, performance, and structural behaviour.

Day Two offered an interactive experience for industry stakeholders, with attendees rotating through guided tours, live demonstrations, and technical presentations showcasing the latest advancements in concrete bridge engineering. Bid-Well’s Mark Rhead and Brian Severson engaged directly with engineers and decision-makers, gaining valuable insight into emerging technologies, evolving project requirements, and the priorities of transportation agencies across North America.

Participation in the CBEI Conference reinforces Bid-Well’s commitment to supporting advancements in concrete bridge construction and fostering close relationships with industry partners. “The conference provided valuable perspective on the challenges facing bridge engineers today, as well as the innovations being developed to overcome them,” said Mark Rhead. “Events like CBEI are essential for aligning industry expertise with the needs of transportation agencies.”

As infrastructure investment and innovation continue to accelerate, engagement in technical forums such as CBEI ensures that manufacturers, engineers, and agencies remain aligned in their efforts to build safer, more durable, and more efficient concrete bridges.