Quality control at WPC is more than just following specs — it’s about turning raw materials into safe, lasting infrastructure. That means daily testing for slump, temperature, and strength. It means checking drawings, inspecting dimensions, and making sure every piece of concrete matches what the client ordered — down to the last inch.
One major challenge? The heat.
El Paso’s dry desert climate makes summertime pours particularly tricky.
“When it’s over 100°F, the concrete starts curing way too fast. If you don’t control it, you’ll get cracks or poor finishes,” Joe explains.
To counteract that, WPC uses a combination of admixtures:
- R100, a retarder, slows the curing process so finishers have time to work.
- SPC, a high-range water reducer, improves flowability without weakening the mix.
- Moisture-controlled aggregates prevent materials from absorbing too much water.
The QC team also uses thermometers to monitor real-time temperatures of forms and materials. If concrete temps rise above 95°F, pouring stops.
“Sometimes we pour early in the morning to beat the heat,” Joe says.
