Canadian Concrete Pipe & Precast Association - CCPPA

06/08/2026

You don't see this part on the jobsite, but it matters.

Before a concrete pipe gets buried, it has to prove it can perform.

A three-edge bearing test is used according to CSA A257.2 to verify the strength of concrete pipe before installation, helping confirm it can perform under real-world loading conditions.

Because structural performance starts long before a product reaches the ground.

The three-edge bearing test is a method that determines the strengt...

06/02/2026

Roads above get the attention.
The infrastructure below does the heavy lifting.

Concrete pipe and precast structures are part of what keeps communities functioning by supporting development and delivering essential services where they're needed most.

Reliable infrastructure starts with durable products, good design, and the people who make it happen.

A lot happens below the surface.

05/20/2026

Infrastructure isn't just about what gets installed.
It's also about where it comes from.

Precast concrete products made in Canada support local jobs, strengthen regional supply chains, and help deliver reliable infrastructure built for Canadian climates and project demands.

Specified here. Built here. Installed here.

From coast to coast, we are Canada's concrete infrastructure backbone.

Check out our video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FemDFX47SFk

A look into Canada's precast concrete industry through this coast-to-coast video showcasing the people, processes, and products that support Canada's cities,...

05/15/2026

New CCPPA Technical Resources are here.

As precast utilisation grows across Canada, our most-used technical tools have been updated and expanded to support designers, inspectors, contractors, and owners nationwide.

What's new:
- Precast TechNotes: a refreshed, national version of our Information Booklet, covering design, materials, and current industry advancements.
- Concrete Pipe & Precast Installation Pocket Guide: our most requested resource, offering clear, practical installation and inspection guidance for field teams.

These updates reflect the increasing demand for accelerated, resilient precast infrastructure solutions.

Access both updated resources on our website: www.ccppa.ca

05/07/2026

Improving communities by building safe and resilient foundations begins from the ground up.

Reinforced concrete pipe serves not only as infrastructure but also provides safe and durable foundations for our communities.

Its low maintenance requirements mean fewer disruptions and safer communities for years to come.

04/28/2026

Today, we remember those who lost their lives, were injured, or became ill because of a workplace incident, and the families whose lives were changed forever

We honour their memory, and we recognize the importance of protecting workers through a strong, ongoing commitment to safety across our industry.

04/14/2026

How do you upgrade one of Edmonton's busiest corridors without slowing it down? 🚧

The Yellowhead Trail Freeway Conversion is transforming a 24.6 km stretch that carries 80,000+ vehicles a day.

Traditional open-cut methods weren't possible for the new storm system, buried 9 to 16 metres deep.

That's where Amrize Canada stepped in.

To keep traffic flowing, the team delivered a full micro-tunnelling pipe solution alongside Shanghai Construction Group and PCL Construction, manufacturing:

- 1350 - 2500 mm diameter pipe
- Nearly 1.7 km of total pipe
- Engineered injection ports for lubrication + long-term ground stability

This project is a great example of how smart engineering and precast innovation solve massive urban challenges.

Full article here: https://bit.ly/417ixQ8

04/09/2026

Time is running out to register for the Inspector Information Session taking place in Saskatoon.

Take the opportunity to exchange knowledge and experience at this interactive and informative event.

This event is FREE, with morning or afternoon sessions to suit your schedule.

Load up and equip yourself with practical knowledge for the 2026 construction season.

Register now: https://bit.ly/4r73tMM

04/01/2026

Before any project starts, make sure you know what's below.

Whether you're excavating or breaking ground on infrastructure work, always contact your local one-call service before you dig.

April, being Dig Safe Month, is always a great reminder to: Contact. Locate. Dig.

Because safe digging starts before the first shovel hits the ground.

03/24/2026

Spring is here, and the Spring thaw begins; stormwater management systems quickly come to work.

From retention and detention structures to engineered drainage solutions, this infrastructure is designed to capture, control, and manage runoff when snowmelt and rainfall are at their peak.

Thoughtful design and properly specified systems help reduce flooding, protect waterways, and support resilient communities - not just in Spring, but year-round.

Spring is a reminder that infrastructure doesn't just support growth - it prepares for it.