Digital buyer journeys
What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Event overview
Overview
Concrete Days Concrete Solutions is set to take place from 23 to 25 February 2027 at the Congress Centrum Ulm, Germany. This event will gather professionals from the precast concrete industry to discuss innovations, sustainability, and the future of construction.
Attendees will experience a comprehensive program of workshops and talks, alongside a major exhibition showcasing the latest technologies and solutions in the concrete sector. Concrete Days Concrete Solutions takes place in Ulm,.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: Concrete Days Concrete Solutions runs from 23-25 February 2027 at Congress Centrum Ulm, Germany.
- 2Scale and Focus: This event is Europe's largest congress for the concrete industry, featuring innovative talks and workshops.
- 3Organiser: Hosted by the BetonTage Team, more details available at betontage.de.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include industry leaders and professionals from construction and precast concrete sectors.
- 5Entry: Registration is required; early bird tickets are available until 11 January 2027.
Why visit
Attendees will gain insights into the latest trends in precast concrete, network with industry leaders, and explore innovative solutions that drive sustainability in construction. The event features a diverse range of sessions and workshops tailored to enhance knowledge and foster collaboration among professionals.
Why exhibit
Meet qualified buyers and partners including Manufacturers of precast concrete products, Suppliers of construction machinery and tools, Providers of building materials. Attendees include industry leaders and professionals from construction and precast concrete sectors.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Construction project managers seeking innovative concrete solutions
Architects interested in sustainable building materials
Civil engineers focused on precast concrete technologies
Industry consultants providing insights into market trends
Suppliers of construction materials and equipment
Researchers and academics studying advancements in concrete technology
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Manufacturers of precast concrete products
Suppliers of construction machinery and tools
Providers of building materials and additives
Technology firms specializing in construction software
Consultants in sustainable construction practices
Innovators in concrete recycling and waste management
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Precast concrete elements for construction
Concrete additives and admixtures
Construction machinery and equipment
Sustainable building materials
Digital solutions for construction management
Recycling technologies for concrete waste
Location & Facilities
Venue
Congress Centrum Ulm
Basteistr. 40, 89073 Ulm, Germany
Facilities
Parking
Congress Centrum Ulm in Ulm typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Congress Centrum Ulm in Ulm typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Congress Centrum Ulm for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
General admission
3-Day Ticket including congress participation, exhibition access, and meals.
695General admission
2-Day Ticket including congress participation, exhibition access, and meals.
590General admission
1-Day Ticket including congress participation and exhibition access.
335
Who runs the show
Organisers
BetonTage Team
How the last edition performed
Previous edition
Next edition
Not announced yet
New this edition
- 1
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Recent Betontage editions have carried clinker-efficient cements, calcined clays and CO2-reduced mix design from a side topic into a full session block, with precast and ready-mix plants comparing real production data rather than lab curves. Check the 2027 programme on betontage.de for the confirmed line-up.
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Plant managers get a dedicated thread on moulds, battery formwork, cycle times, lifting anchors and tolerances, which keeps precast machinery and automation suppliers close to their actual buyers during the congress.
- 3
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Slipform paving, joint design, pavement durability and rehabilitation are treated as their own stream, attracting road authorities, paving contractors and testing laboratories alongside the building-focused audience.
- 4
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Batching-plant control, moisture measurement, recipe management, BIM handover data and documentation of production runs have become a recurring exhibition theme, with software and sensor suppliers presenting next to machinery makers.
- 5
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Additive concrete printing, textile reinforcement and hybrid precast systems appear as forward-looking papers and demonstrators, giving research groups and technology suppliers a platform next to established concrete technology.
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Ulm, Germany
Why it matters
On 2027-03-23 to 2027-03-25, Concrete Days Concrete Solutions in Ulm covering Precast concrete elements for construction, Concrete additives and admixtures, Construction machinery and equipment, Sus gives construction buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
Industry trends
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Sustainability in procurement
What sustainability in procurement means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Automation and labour efficiency
What automation and labour efficiency means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Regional supply-chain resilience
What regional supply-chain resilience means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Hybrid engagement models
What hybrid engagement models means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · EUR
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Stuttgart Airport
Closest large international airport to Ulm with a dense European schedule. S-Bahn lines S2/S3 run to Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, then regional or IC trains reach Ulm in roughly 50-60 minutes. Confirm connections and platform changes for your arrival time
TBA
to venue
approx. 1 h 10 min by car; approx. 1 h 30 min to Ulm by S-Bahn plus regional train
by car
Memmingen Airport (Allgäu Airport)
Serves low-cost European routes. Public transport to Ulm is limited and often involves a bus to Memmingen station, so check timings carefully if you land late or on a Sunday
TBA
to venue
approx. 45 min by car; public transport requires a bus or train change and takes considerably longer
by car
Friedrichshafen Airport
Small regional airport on Lake Constance with a limited schedule. Useful mainly if you combine Betontage with a visit to Lake Constance suppliers; rail to Ulm requires a change
TBA
to venue
approx. 1 h 15 min by car; rail connections via Friedrichshafen Stadt station
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Maritim Hotel Ulm
upscale
Congress Centrum Ulm, Basteistraße, approx. 110 m from the venue entranceUSD 150–202 / night
The only hotel physically attached to the Congress Centrum, which matters for 8:30 sessions and evening events. Ask for a room away from the tram and bus side of the building, and book six to eight weeks ahead as the congress allotment fills first.
Leonardo Royal Hotel Ulm
upscale
Ulm city centre, approx. 1.8 km from the venue (20-25 min walk)USD 150–202 / night
Good base for delegates who want the restaurants and shops of the old town and do not mind a short SWU bus ride to Basteistraße.
Hotel Motel One Ulm
midscale
Ulm city centre, walking distance to the Congress Centrum areaUSD 150–190 / night
Reliable midscale standard with compact rooms and a paid breakfast buffet; convenient for the station, the old town and the walk to Basteistraße.
B&B HOTEL Ulm
budget
Ulm, approx. 1.6 km from the venueUSD 95–122 / night
The best-value option within walking distance for visitors who will spend the budget on the congress ticket instead of the room.
B&B HOTEL Neu-Ulm
budget
Neu-Ulm, opposite Danube bank, approx. 1.4 km from the venueUSD 95–122 / night
Cross the Danube bridge on foot or take a SWU bus; a useful overflow when Ulm hotels are full during the congress week.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
SWU city bus (line E)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forUlm city centre / Hauptbahnhof to the Congress Centrum stop, direct
Line E is operated by SWU and terminates at Ulm Congress Centrum, which makes it the simplest public transport approach for delegates staying in the city centre. Buy the ticket on the app or at a machine before boarding and validate it.
SWU city bus (line 6)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forUlm toward Donaustadion, alighting at the Congress Centrum stop
Line 6 also serves the Congress Centrum stop and is a useful alternative when line E is full on congress mornings. Allow one extra bus on the first morning of the show.
tram / bus across the Danube
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forNeu-Ulm hotels to Ulm city centre, then bus line 6 or E to the Congress Centrum
Ulm and Neu-Ulm share one transport network, so a single local ticket covers the tram or bus across the river plus the connection to Basteistraße. Validate before boarding.
taxi
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forUlm Hauptbahnhof to Congress Centrum, Basteistraße 40 (approx. 2 km)
Taxi ranks sit at Ulm Hauptbahnhof and in the city centre. Useful with luggage or in rain; the ride is short, so the meter fare stays low compared with airport transfers.
regional train
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forMunich Airport (MUC) to Ulm Hauptbahnhof
S-Bahn from the airport to Munich Hauptbahnhof or Munich East, then IC/RE to Ulm in roughly 1.5 to 2 hours. Saver fares tie you to a specific train; flex fares allow changes.
regional train
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forStuttgart Airport (STR) to Ulm Hauptbahnhof via Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof
S-Bahn S2 or S3 from the airport to Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, then a regional express or IC to Ulm in about 50-60 minutes. The total door-to-door time is usually shorter than via Munich.
parking (garage)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forParkhaus Congress Centrum Nord, Wichernstraße 10 and Parkhaus CCU Süd / Maritim, Basteistraße 46
Both garages are open 24 hours and sit directly at the complex. Congress days fill the Nord garage first, so arrive before the morning keynote or use the Süd garage at the Maritim.
Weather
Betontage falls in early spring in the Swabian Danube valley. Expect changeable March weather: nights around 0-4 C with frost still possible, afternoons typically 8-13 C, a mix of sun, cloud and rain, and occasional wet snow early in the month. The Congress Centrum halls are heated, but the walk from hotels on Basteistraße and along the Danube bank is exposed, so plan a waterproof layer and check a seven-day forecast before packing. These are climatological bands, not a forecast for the exact congress dates.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Germany has wide 4G/5G coverage in Ulm and Neu-Ulm, and EU SIM cards roam at domestic rates under roam-like-at-home rules, so visitors from other EU countries can use their existing data plan. Non-EU visitors should check their operator's EU roaming terms or buy a prepaid data pack from a German network at Munich or Stuttgart airport. Power is 230 V at 50 Hz with type F (Schuko) sockets, so UK, US and Swiss plugs need an adapter. Congress Centrum Ulm provides conference infrastructure, but wifi capacity in a packed hall is never guaranteed - confirm network access and any exhibitor internet order with the organiser, and keep a mobile hotspot or offline copy of the programme as backup.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Congress Centrum on Basteistraße
The venue sits on Basteistraße in central Ulm, next to the Maritim Hotel Ulm and a few minutes from the Danube bank. Staying near Basteistraße covers both the congress sessions and the evening meals without a daily commute.
Ulm old town and the Muenster
Ulm's Gothic Muenster has the tallest church tower in the world at around 161 m, and the surrounding Fischerviertel quarter of half-timbered houses along the river is a 15-minute walk from the Congress Centrum. An evening walk there is the standard way delegates decompress after a session day.
Einstein's birthplace
Albert Einstein was born in Ulm in 1879, and the city keeps a small museum and memorial in the old town. Worth an hour if you build a rest day around the congress.
Language and business etiquette
Congress papers and most stand conversations run in German, and technical buyers appreciate an attempt at German greeting and titles. Punctuality matters: sessions start on time and doors close quietly. Business dress at Betontage is smart casual to business, with a jacket for the evening reception.
Food and timing
Swabian food is hearty - spaetzle, maultaschen, roast pork and pretzels - and lunch service in Ulm city-centre restaurants peaks between 12:00 and 13:00, exactly when congress breaks are short. Book a table for evening meals during congress week or eat a little later.
Parking and arrival by car
Two garages serve the complex: Congress Centrum Nord at Wichernstraße 10 and the CCU Sued / Maritim garage at Basteistraße 46, both open around the clock. On congress mornings the Nord garage fills first, so arrive early or head straight to the Sued garage.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Ulm has no commercial airport, so plan to fly into Munich (MUC), Stuttgart (STR) or, for low-cost routes, Memmingen (FMM). A captured flight search routed New York JFK to Ulm via Munich for a 23 March 2027 departure, which reflects the usual long-haul pattern: land at MUC, clear immigration, then take the S-Bahn and an IC/RE train to Ulm Hauptbahnhof followed by a local bus. Munich offers the widest long-haul choice, Stuttgart the shortest onward rail leg. Book the rail leg together with or immediately after the flight, since saver fares on German trains rise sharply close to departure and tie you to a specific service. Airline price displays usually include taxes and fees for the cheapest common payment method, but baggage, seat selection, meals and some payment types add cost, and availability shown by search engines can be less than a day old. Verify fare, baggage allowance and change rules with the airline before paying.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Stuttgart Airport: approx. 1 h 10 min by car; approx. 1 h 30 min to Ulm by S-Bahn plus regional train; Memmingen Airport (Allgäu Airport): approx. 45 min by car; public transport requires a bus or train change and takes considerably longer; Friedrichshafen Airport: approx. 1 h 15 min by car; rail connections via Friedrichshafen Stadt station. Allow road or rail time to Congress Centrum Ulm; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Congress Centrum Ulm: Congress Centrum Ulm, Basteistraße, approx. 110 m from the venue entrance: Maritim Hotel Ulm; Ulm city centre, approx. 1.8 km from the venue (20-25 min walk): Leonardo Royal Hotel Ulm; Ulm city centre, walking distance to the Congress Centrum area: Hotel Motel One Ulm.
Ride-hail: Ulm is a mid-sized German city and ride-hailing coverage is thinner than in Berlin or Munich: taxi ranks at Ulm Hauptbahnhof and in the city centre are the reliable option, and local taxi companies take phone bookings. Ride-hailing apps that operate in Germany may show limited or no availability in Ulm, so check the app before relying on it for an airport run. A taxi from the station to Basteistraße 40 costs roughly EUR 10-13 on the meter for the short trip.
Public transit: Congress Centrum Ulm at Basteistraße 40 has its own city bus stop, served by SWU line E toward Ulm Congress Centrum and by line 6 toward Donaustadion. The SWU network covers both Ulm and Neu-Ulm across the Danube, so a single local ticket covers the tram or bus trip from central Ulm, from the Hauptbahnhof or from the Neu-Ulm hotels. Ulm sits in the DING transport network, which means regional buses and trains use the same fare zones. Expect an adult single ride of roughly EUR 3.00 and a day ticket of roughly EUR 6.50, with multi-day options available; confirm current prices in the SWU app. On congress mornings buses toward the Congress Centrum fill up, so allow one extra service and keep the timetable for the last evening connection back to your hotel.
Parking: Two multi-storey garages serve Congress Centrum Ulm: Parkhaus Congress Centrum Nord at Wichernstraße 10 and Parkhaus CCU Sued / Maritim at Basteistraße 46, both open 24 hours. Expect roughly EUR 1.60-2.00 per hour with a day cap in the EUR 12-16 range, but confirm the current Stadt Ulm tariff at the barrier or on the parking operator site, since rates change. The Nord garage fills first on congress days, so aim to arrive before the morning keynote or drive directly to the Sued garage at the Maritim. On-street parking around Basteistraße is limited and time-restricted. If you are staying at the Maritim, ask whether the hotel garage can be reserved with the room.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: March 2027 (early spring in Ulm, Bavaria/Baden-Wuerttemberg border)
Temperature: Approx. 1-13 C across the congress window: nights around 0-4 C with frost still likely, afternoons typically 8-13 C. These are climatological bands for late March in the Swabian Danube valley, not a forecast for the exact event dates - check a seven-day forecast before departure.
Seasonality: March is changeable early spring on the Danube: expect a mix of bright spells, cloud and rain, with roughly 10-12 wet days across the month and occasional wet snow early on. Rain tends to arrive in short frontal bands rather than all-day drizzle, so a compact umbrella and a waterproof jacket cover most days. The Congress Centrum halls are heated, but the walk along Basteistraße and the Danube bank is exposed to wind.
Packing: Pack layers: a warm mid-layer for air-conditioned halls, a waterproof shell and a compact umbrella for the walk between hotel and venue, and shoes that cope with wet pavements and the cobblestones of Ulm's old town. Bring a type F (Schuko) plug adapter for 230 V sockets if you are travelling from the UK, US or Switzerland, and a small bag for the congress documents and giveaways. A light scarf and gloves are useful for late-evening walks along the Danube in March.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Concrete Days Concrete Solutions usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Day 1
Register and pay for the ticket tier you need (one, two or three days) and print or download the confirmation, since the badge is collected at the Congress Centrum counter.
Day 2
Book the hotel: Maritim Hotel Ulm for a 110 m walk to the venue, or Motel One, Leonardo Royal or the B&B hotels in Ulm and Neu-Ulm for a 15-25 minute walk or short bus ride.
Day 3
Check your passport validity (three months beyond the return date for Schengen entry) and, if a visa is required, confirm the appointment slot is already booked.
Day 4
Download the congress programme and mark the concrete technology, precast, pavement and decarbonisation sessions that overlap with your own mix-design or production problems.
Day 5
Book the Munich Airport to Ulm rail leg or the Stuttgart Airport connection, and note that a saver fare is cheaper but ties you to a specific train.
Day 6
Check the seven-day forecast for Ulm and pack a waterproof jacket, warm layer and shoes suitable for the walk along Basteistraße and the Danube bank.; Confirm mobile roaming or buy an EU data package, and download the SWU timetable for bus lines E and 6 so you know the last connection back from the Congress Centrum.
Day 7
Charge devices, pack the printed ticket, passport, business cards and a notebook for the poster wall; check whether your hotel offers a late checkout for the final congress day.
Day 8
Collect the badge at the Congress Centrum, pick up the printed programme, and walk the exhibition once before sessions start to mark the stands you need to revisit.
Day 9
Confirm the exact 2027 dates and hall opening times on betontage.de, then lock train or flight times so you arrive the evening before your first session rather than on the morning of it.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Congress Centrum Ulm
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2Concrete Days Concrete Solutions registration concourse
Congress Centrum Ulm
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Congress Centrum Ulm
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
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Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights€190.00
- Per diem × 2€150.00
Estimated total€340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Cost reference
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
visitor_ticket
visitor · General admission
EUR 695 / per person
organiser_published
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
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| visitor_ticket | visitor | General admission | EUR 695 / per person | organiser_published |
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether Concrete Days Concrete Solutions fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For Concrete Days Concrete Solutions, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Precast concrete elements for construction and Concrete additives and admixtures solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Concrete Days Concrete Solutions in Ulm.
Min. budget
$1,208.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Precast concrete elements for construction and Concrete additives and admixtures products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$5,436.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Ulm show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
When and where is Betontage 2027 held?
Betontage 2027 runs in March 2027 at Congress Centrum Ulm, Basteistraße 40, 89073 Ulm, Germany. Confirm the exact dates, hall opening hours and registration deadlines on betontage.de before booking flights or hotels.
Is Betontage a trade fair or a congress?
Both. It is a technical congress for the concrete and precast industry with an accompanying exhibition in the same building, so delegates move between lecture halls and stands during breaks, poster sessions and the evening event.
Who attends Betontage?
Concrete technologists, precast plant and production managers, ready-mix producers, structural and civil engineers, contractors, concrete pavement specialists, architects working on fair-faced concrete, testing laboratories and university researchers, mainly from Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
What does a Betontage ticket cost?
Published ticket tiers are EUR 335 for one day, EUR 590 for two days and EUR 695 for three days, with congress participation, exhibition access and meals included. Check betontage.de for the current price list, group rates and cancellation terms before you commit.
Which topics does the congress cover?
Typical blocks include concrete technology and mix design, precast and semi-precast construction, fair-faced and architectural concrete, concrete pavements and infrastructure, decarbonised cements and SCMs, durability and damage cases, plus digitalisation and automation of concrete production.
What language are the sessions in?
Betontage is a German-language industry congress and most papers are delivered in German. Check the published programme for any English-language papers or international sessions and plan your visit accordingly.
How do I get from Munich Airport to the venue?
Take the S-Bahn from Munich Airport to Munich Hauptbahnhof or Munich East, then an IC/RE train to Ulm Hauptbahnhof (roughly 1.5 to 2 hours), then SWU bus line E or line 6 to the Congress Centrum stop. Allow three to three and a half hours door to door.
Are Stuttgart and Memmingen airports alternatives?
Yes. Stuttgart (STR) is the closest large airport at roughly 90 km with rail links via Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof to Ulm, and Memmingen (FMM) is roughly 55 km away but has a thin schedule and limited public transport, so check connections before booking a low-cost flight.
Is there parking at Congress Centrum Ulm?
Yes. Two garages serve the complex: Congress Centrum Nord at Wichernstraße 10 and the CCU Süd / Maritim garage at Basteistraße 46, both open around the clock. Confirm current hourly and day rates with Stadt Ulm parking before driving in.
Where should I stay for Betontage?
The Maritim Hotel Ulm is attached to the Congress Centrum on Basteistraße, which makes it the most convenient option for early sessions. City-centre and Neu-Ulm hotels such as Motel One, Leonardo Royal and B&B are a 15-25 minute walk or a short bus ride away.
Are meals included in the ticket?
The published ticket descriptions state that congress participation, exhibition access and meals are included. Confirm catering details and any dietary requirements with the organiser when you register.
Do I need a visa to attend from outside the EU?
Germany is in the Schengen area. EU/EEA nationals travel freely; many visa-waiver nationals can make short business trips under the 90/180-day rule, while other passports need a Schengen short-stay visa. Start the application six to eight weeks ahead and check the current rules with the German mission in your country.
How should I prepare for the March weather in Ulm?
Expect early-spring conditions: nights close to freezing, afternoons around 8-13 C, rain and occasional late snow. Bring a waterproof jacket, layers for the congress halls and comfortable shoes for the walk between hotels and Basteistraße.
Can I combine the congress with the exhibition only?
The exhibition is integrated into the congress flow, and the published ticket tiers bundle congress participation with exhibition access. If you only want to walk the stands, ask the organiser directly whether a separate exhibition pass exists for 2027.
Glossary
- Precast concrete element
- A structural or architectural component cast and cured in a plant (walls, slabs, columns, tunnel segments) rather than on site, then transported to the build. Precast production, moulds and handling are a core Betontage topic.
- Ready-mix concrete
- Concrete batched in a central plant to a specified mix and delivered by truck mixer within its workability window. Ready-mix producers are a main visitor group at the Ulm congress.
- CEM I / CEM II / CEM III
- European cement classification under EN 197-1 by constituent content: CEM I is near-pure Portland cement, CEM II blends in limestone, slag or pozzolana, CEM III is blastfurnace cement with high slag content and lower clinker factor.
- Supplementary cementitious material (SCM)
- Reactive or filler additions such as fly ash, ground granulated blastfurnace slag, limestone powder or calcined clay used to cut clinker content and heat of hydration in a concrete mix.
- Calcined clay
- Clay heated to roughly 600-850 C to activate its metakaolin fraction, used as a clinker substitute in limestone calcined clay cements (LC3). One of the decarbonisation routes discussed in Betontage technology tracks.
- Concrete admixture
- A chemical added in small dosage to modify fresh or hardened concrete: plasticisers and superplasticisers for workability, retarders and accelerators for setting, air entrainers for freeze-thaw resistance.
- Water-cement ratio (w/c)
- Mass of water divided by mass of cement in a mix. It governs strength, porosity and durability, and is the first number most concrete technologists ask about a proposed mix.
- Exposure class
- The EN 206 / DIN 1045-2 classification (XC, XD, XS, XF, XA) describing the environmental attack a concrete element must resist: carbonation, chlorides, freeze-thaw, chemical attack. It sets minimum cement content, w/c limit and cover.
- Curing
- Moisture and temperature control after casting so cement hydration can continue. Methods include water curing, curing compounds, insulated formwork and steam curing in precast plants.
- Formwork and mould
- The temporary or reusable negative shape that holds fresh concrete. In precast plants, steel and battery moulds determine cycle time, surface quality and dimensional tolerance.
- Fair-faced concrete (Sichtbeton)
- Architectural concrete left exposed, judged on surface uniformity, tie-hole pattern, colour and texture. German practice classifies the finish level in the Sichtbeton guidelines.
- Carbonation
- CO2 from air reacting with calcium hydroxide in concrete, lowering pH and - if it reaches the reinforcement - removing the passivation layer. Carbonation depth is a standard durability check at Betontage technical sessions.
- Alkali-silica reaction (ASR)
- A damaging reaction between alkalis in pore solution and reactive silica in aggregates, producing a swelling gel that cracks concrete. Relevant to pavement and infrastructure mixes.
- UHPC
- Ultra-high performance concrete: a dense mix with very low w/c, high binder content, silica fume and often steel fibres, reaching compressive strengths well above normal structural concrete.
- 3D concrete printing
- Additive extrusion of a thixotropic cementitious mortar layer by layer to build structural or architectural elements without formwork, currently moving from demonstrators to plant and site pilots.
- Semi-precast slab
- A thin precast bottom layer with exposed lattice girder, lifted into place and completed with in-situ concrete to form the final slab - a standard hybrid system in German building practice.
- Batching plant
- The mixing installation where aggregates, cement, water and admixtures are weighed and mixed to a specified recipe. Automation, moisture probes and recipe control are recurring exhibition themes.
- Slump and flow test
- Fresh-concrete workability tests: the slump cone test for normal concrete and the flow-table test for highly fluid or self-compacting mixes.
- Concrete pavement
- Cement concrete road, apron or industrial surface, typically built with slipform or fixed-form pavers and jointed to control cracking. Concrete pavements have their own Betontage session block.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- Concrete Days 2027
- Precast Concrete Germany
- Construction Innovations 2027
- Concrete Days Concrete Solutions 2027
- Concrete Days Concrete Solutions Ulm 2027
- Ulm Germany
- Building Materials
- Sustainability
- Precast concrete elements for construction
Digital business cards for the show floor
Display a free company card at your booth, or share your professional card on the show floor.