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4/2/2018
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How often have you been asked by a friend or relative what you do at ACI? Our most common answer is to launch into an esoteric description of committee meetings, technical documents, or maybe even a discussion of the building code. The typical response is a glazed-over look of wonderment that anything to do with “concrete” could be so complicated. So, the next time when someone asks you what you do at ACI, I challenge you to tell them why we do what we do. The answer to that question is rather simple and profound—we are active in and contribute to ACI because the work of ACI really makes the world a better place for everyone everywhere. As representatives of the industry, we know that concrete is the second-most consumed material by humankind after water. We understand that concrete is not only an essential component toward meeting the worldwide need for safe and resilient infrastructure but an integral part of advancing civilization. So, by participating in the work of ACI, our members (you) are continually making our communities better places. We accomplish this by creating and inspiring future leaders in the industry through empowering our best and brightest with scholarships. New, ground-breaking research on concrete and state-of-the-art technology is discovered through research grants. The great thinkers of our industry are celebrated, as are the development, dissemination, and adoption of consensus-based standards, technical resources, educational and training programs, and certification. Based on these principles and ACI’s collection of codes, standards, and documents, we lead the way to ensuring a sustainable future for the concrete industry and the greater community. Together we ensure our world is stronger, safer, and always advancing. ACI is strongly supported in achieving its mission and vision by the ACI Foundation, and its three councils—the Concrete Research Council (CRC), Scholarship Council (SC), and Strategic Development Council (SDC)—encapsulate the purpose behind the effort. By supporting the industry as a whole, the ACI Foundation demonstrates why we collectively pursue the best use of concrete…together. Without continuing research, there would be no continuing progress. CRC is uniquely positioned to be proactive in the pursuit of technical knowledge. Each year, the CRC issues an annual call for research proposals. The response to the recent call was outstanding with the CRC receiving 34 proposals. Each proposal had support from at least one ACI technical committee, demonstrating the need for research to advance consensus committee work is imperative. Through your support, the ACI Foundation can work to fund even more great projects that will undoubtedly change our industry for the better. ACI has long recognized a necessity to engage with students and encourage their development as young professionals in the field of concrete. The SC serves an important role in developing future industry leaders and researchers. ACI members have generously supported this concentrated push to enhance educational opportunities and attract the most innovative and dynamic individuals to our industry by investing in the ACI Foundation. The SDC fosters innovation in the industry. SDC’s Technology Forums provide opportunities for start-ups and researchers to showcase new technologies and processes which may eventually be adopted in ACI codes and standards. Think about how YOU can transform our industry through investing in instilling the best practices and newest innovation into the best and brightest members of our industry. You can unlock the future of the concrete industry through the ACI Foundation. Given ACI’s position as one of the leading authorities on concrete, the Institute is well known within the industry for what it does. It may be more significant—and relevant—to contemplate why ACI stridently pursues technology advancement. It is my pleasure to personally invite you to join me in transforming our communities and creating an everlasting legacy for the concrete industry, through learning more about the ACI Foundation. Please stay tuned for communication about how you can get involved with the ACI Foundation. Whether that is through an investment of passion, vision, or resources, you will have a fantastic opportunity to make meaningful change within our industry—and we are thrilled to share these opportunities with you. The advancement of our industry depends on the enthusiasm, vision, and investment of individuals and companies in our communities every day. Through investing in the ACI Foundation, we are making our world stronger and safer, and we are always advancing…together! Always Advancing, Ronald G. Burg, PE ACI Executive Vice President ACI Foundation Trustee
How often have you been asked by a friend or relative what you do at ACI? Our most common answer is to launch into an esoteric description of committee meetings, technical documents, or maybe even a discussion of the building code.
The typical response is a glazed-over look of wonderment that anything to do with “concrete” could be so complicated. So, the next time when someone asks you what you do at ACI, I challenge you to tell them why we do what we do.
The answer to that question is rather simple and profound—we are active in and contribute to ACI because the work of ACI really makes the world a better place for everyone everywhere. As representatives of the industry, we know that concrete is the second-most consumed material by humankind after water. We understand that concrete is not only an essential component toward meeting the worldwide need for safe and resilient infrastructure but an integral part of advancing civilization.
So, by participating in the work of ACI, our members (you) are continually making our communities better places. We accomplish this by creating and inspiring future leaders in the industry through empowering our best and brightest with scholarships. New, ground-breaking research on concrete and state-of-the-art technology is discovered through research grants. The great thinkers of our industry are celebrated, as are the development, dissemination, and adoption of consensus-based standards, technical resources, educational and training programs, and certification. Based on these principles and ACI’s collection of codes, standards, and documents, we lead the way to ensuring a sustainable future for the concrete industry and the greater community.
Together we ensure our world is stronger, safer, and always advancing.
ACI is strongly supported in achieving its mission and vision by the ACI Foundation, and its three councils—the Concrete Research Council (CRC), Scholarship Council (SC), and Strategic Development Council (SDC)—encapsulate the purpose behind the effort. By supporting the industry as a whole, the ACI Foundation demonstrates why we collectively pursue the best use of concrete…together.
Without continuing research, there would be no continuing progress.
CRC is uniquely positioned to be proactive in the pursuit of technical knowledge. Each year, the CRC issues an annual call for research proposals. The response to the recent call was outstanding with the CRC receiving 34 proposals. Each proposal had support from at least one ACI technical committee, demonstrating the need for research to advance consensus committee work is imperative.
Through your support, the ACI Foundation can work to fund even more great projects that will undoubtedly change our industry for the better.
ACI has long recognized a necessity to engage with students and encourage their development as young professionals in the field of concrete. The SC serves an important role in developing future industry leaders and researchers. ACI members have generously supported this concentrated push to enhance educational opportunities and attract the most innovative and dynamic individuals to our industry by investing in the ACI Foundation.
The SDC fosters innovation in the industry. SDC’s Technology Forums provide opportunities for start-ups and researchers to showcase new technologies and processes which may eventually be adopted in ACI codes and standards. Think about how YOU can transform our industry through investing in instilling the best practices and newest innovation into the best and brightest members of our industry. You can unlock the future of the concrete industry through the ACI Foundation.
Given ACI’s position as one of the leading authorities on concrete, the Institute is well known within the industry for what it does. It may be more significant—and relevant—to contemplate why ACI stridently pursues technology advancement. It is my pleasure to personally invite you to join me in transforming our communities and creating an everlasting legacy for the concrete industry, through learning more about the ACI Foundation.
Please stay tuned for communication about how you can get involved with the ACI Foundation.
Whether that is through an investment of passion, vision, or resources, you will have a fantastic opportunity to make meaningful change within our industry—and we are thrilled to share these opportunities with you.
The advancement of our industry depends on the enthusiasm, vision, and investment of individuals and companies in our communities every day. Through investing in the ACI Foundation, we are making our world stronger and safer, and we are always advancing…together!
Always Advancing,
Ronald G. Burg, PE ACI Executive Vice President ACI Foundation Trustee
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