STUDENTS & FACULTY
Feb. 4-6, 2026
Kansas City
Kansas City
The Precast Show offers an incredible opportunity for students and faculty to learn more about the precast industry while making valuable connections that can profoundly affect their futures.
BUILD
Build lasting relationships with industry leaders that can foster future internships and career opportunities.
GROW
Grow your knowledge through education classes with industry and business experts.
LEARN
Learn about the latest precast products and innovations that will define the industry's future.
Student and Faculty Package Benefits
The following events are included with student and faculty full package badges. Add them to your schedule in The Precast Show app so you don't miss out on these opportunities to network and learn.
• NPCA Committee Meetings
• NPCA Foundation Board meeting and reception
• Plant Tours
• Keynote Lunch
• Trade Show Floor
• Education classes
• NPCA Foundation Student Competition
Student and Faculty Package Benefits
The following events are included with student and faculty full package badges. Add them to your schedule in The Precast Show app so you don't miss out on these opportunities to network and learn.
• NPCA Committee Meetings
• NPCA Foundation Board meeting and reception
• Plant Tours
• Keynote Lunch
• Trade Show Floor
• Education classes
• NPCA Foundation Student Design Competition
Classes You Don't Want to Miss
Students and faculty will find the following education treks beneficial to their course of study. All courses are included with a full package badge at no additional cost.
NOTE: PQS courses are available at an upcharge.
PRECAST UNIVERSITY
Starting with the fundamentals of precast concrete production and progressing through advanced technical, safety and leadership topics, NPCA’s Precast University offers a comprehensive series of precast-specific training courses for anyone who wants to advance in the industry. Precast University brings together all NPCA’s Production & Quality School (PQS) courses in a career path that concludes with an industry-recognized certification – the Master Precaster designation.
CONCRETE PRODUCTION
The Concrete Production Track explores best practices in the precast industry and strengthens attendees’ knowledge of the fundamentals of quality precast concrete. Courses are designed for those involved in the daily production of quality precast concrete products and include safety and other topics that are appropriate for those seeking a broad range of knowledge in precast production.ge.
LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT
Strong leaders never stop pursuing excellence, and one of the common traits of great leaders is continuous learning. NPCA’s Leadership & Management Track is designed for leaders like you who want to continue to grow. Courses are intended for those who have held senior leadership positions or who aspire to hold these positions in the future and are taught by leadership experts both from within and outside of the precast concrete industry.ur body of knowledge.
QUALITY CONTROL & PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT
Quality Control courses are appropriate for all levels of personnel. Because commitment to quality is crucial in the precast concrete industry, all precasters are encouraged to attend these courses. Production Management courses are intended for those who have completed concrete production track courses or PQS Level I and those who have baseline industry knowledge and would like advanced training.
NEW TECHNOLOGIES
From research and development to code development, technical sessions will keep you abreast of the latest technical information within our industry. New standards and updates on current research form the foundation for our body of knowledge.
Classes You Don't Want to Miss
Students and faculty will find the following education treks beneficial to their course of study. All courses are included with a full package badge at no additional cost.
NOTE: PQS courses are available at an upcharge.
PRECAST UNIVERSITY
Starting with the fundamentals of precast concrete production and progressing through advanced technical, safety and leadership topics, NPCA’s Precast University offers a comprehensive series of precast-specific training courses for anyone who wants to advance in the industry. Precast University brings together all NPCA’s Production & Quality School (PQS) courses in a career path that concludes with an industry-recognized certification – the Master Precaster designation.
CONCRETE PRODUCTION
The Concrete Production Track explores best practices in the precast industry and strengthens attendees’ knowledge of the fundamentals of quality precast concrete. Courses are designed for those involved in the daily production of quality precast concrete products and include safety and other topics that are appropriate for those seeking a broad range of knowledge in precast production.ge.
OPERATIONS & PLANT/INDUSTRY TECHNOLOGIES
Operations sessions offer insights to ensure employee engagement throughout your company from the weld shop to the accounting room. Emerging technologies will discuss the newest innovations that are being utilized by the precast industry.
QUALITY CONTROL & PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT
Quality Control courses are appropriate for all levels of personnel. Because commitment to quality is crucial in the precast concrete industry, all precasters are encouraged to attend these courses. Production Management courses are intended for those who have completed concrete production track courses or PQS Level I and those who have baseline industry knowledge and would like advanced training.
MARKETING & SALES
The Marketing and Sales Track is geared toward business owners, senior managers, CEOS, marketing personnel and those who aspire to hold such positions. Expert instructors in sales and marketing will provide the latest in strategy and tactics. These courses will offer the opportunity to network with fellow managers and owners to discuss common challenges.
LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT
Strong leaders never stop pursuing excellence, and one of the common traits of great leaders is continuous learning. NPCA’s Leadership & Management Track is designed for leaders like you who want to continue to grow. Courses are intended for those who have held senior leadership positions or who aspire to hold these positions in the future and are taught by leadership experts both from within and outside of the precast concrete industry.ur body of knowledge.
TECHNOLOGY
From research and development to code development, technical sessions will keep you abreast of the latest technical information within our industry. New standards and updates on current research form the foundation for our body of knowledge.
NPCA Foundation Student Competition
The NPCA Foundation Student Competition provides a unique opportunity to engage students and academia with the precast concrete industry.
Under the guidance of an academic advisor and an NPCA member mentor, students compete in teams to solve real-world problems using precast concrete as the solution. After teams submit their entries to a panel of judges for review, the top teams are invited to present their entries to the industry at The Precast Show, where a winning team is chosen.
There is opportunity waiting for you at the Precast Show.
Thank You to the Sponsors of The Precast Show!
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About US
The Precast Show provides a platform for discovering new technologies, creating new business opportunities and sharing industry knowledge.
Contact US
1320 City Center Drive
Suite 200, Carmel, IN
+800 366 7731
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