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3/21/2025 ACI will bestow its highest honor – ACI Honorary Membership – on five individuals at the ACI Concrete Convention, March 30 - April 2, 2025. Continue Reading »
2/26/2025 This spring, 79 universities will receive recognition as an ACI Outstanding Student Chapter for activities conducted during the 2024 calendar year. The student chapter winners will be announced during the ACI Student Awards Program held on Monday morning during the upcoming ACI Concrete Convention, March 30 – April 2, 2025, in Toronto, ON, Canada. Continue Reading »
11/1/2024 One of the brilliant blessings of serving as ACI President is the opportunity to visit chapters and meet with chapter members and officers and with the leaders of local sponsoring groups (LSGs). Although this also happens at chapter roundtables during ACI Concrete Conventions, and those held regionally, there is nothing better than meeting chapter members on their home turf. Continue Reading »
10/1/2024 When you think of the future of the concrete industry, what image comes to mind? Is it automation, new materials, or the future workforce? For our industry to thrive and continue to advance, we need to invest in it. This is why ACI created the ACI Foundation, whose mission is to make strategic investments in ideas, research, and people to create the future of the concrete industry. The ACI Foundation partners with ACI and community donors to make Continue Reading »
9/3/2024 ACI President Michael J. Paul discusses mentoring and its importance to ACI. Opportunities exist at the chapter level; ACI Foundation; conventions and more. Continue Reading »
6/12/2024 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is excited to host the ACI Concrete Convention in Philadelphia, PA, USA. Continue Reading »
6/3/2024 As ACI says on our website, we are a technical organization. So, unsurprisingly, we usually dwell—and, consequently, excel—on technical matters, both great and small. Right here, right now, though, through these great photos, I would like to acknowledge and celebrate the legions of craft workers who make concrete excellence a manifest reality. Continue Reading »
5/29/2024 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces the formation of a new committee whose mission is to develop and report information on concrete made with brackish, saline, and brine water and sea aggregates. ACI Committee 243, Seawater Concrete, will host its inaugural meeting on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at the ACI Concrete Convention in Philadelphia, PA, USA. Continue Reading »
5/7/2024 This year’s event will be held in three stages on July 15, 23, and 24 Continue Reading »
5/1/2024 ACI President Michael J. Paul discusses his introduction to ACI, his experiences over the years, and what he will be focusing on in the upcoming year. Continue Reading »
3/24/2024 Strengthening of Concrete Structures Using FRP Systems was one of several sessions at the 16th International Symposium on Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Reinforcement of Concrete Structures. Continue Reading »
3/18/2024 ACI will bestow its highest honor – ACI Honorary Membership – on five individuals at the ACI Concrete Convention March 24-28, 2024. Continue Reading »
2/22/2024 A total of 100 universities around the world received recognition as a 2023 Outstanding ACI Student Chapter. Continue Reading »
2/21/2024 The ACI Foundation is pleased to partner with the ACI Houston Chapter to create a new student academic award. Continue Reading »
2/19/2024 ACI releases two new resources for fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) reinforcement. Continue Reading »
2/5/2024 Nine graduate students will receive travel stipends of $1,000 USD to attend the Spring ACI Concrete Convention in New Orleans, LA, USA. Continue Reading »
2/1/2024 The commitment and continuous presence of ACI in the MENA Region is part of the Institute’s strategic vision that started with the opening of the office in Dubai and is intended to provide technical and educational support to the thriving construction industry that has no parallel in the world. It is a multifaceted approach that includes critical components, such as the establishment of local chapters (students and professionals), training of the Continue Reading »
11/21/2023 ACI and NEU will make a key sustainability announcement at COP28, November 30 – December 12, 2023, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Continue Reading »
9/26/2023 The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Innovation Council (CIC) gathered once again with participants and presenters to discuss technology and innovation at the 2023 Technology Forum. Continue Reading »
7/21/2023 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) recently hosted the third 24 Hours of Concrete Knowledge Conference along with ACI international chapters and partners. Continue Reading »
6/20/2023 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to bring the ACI Concrete Convention to Boston, Massachusetts, USA. Continue Reading »
5/17/2023 The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Innovation Council (CIC) will host its next Technology Forum on August 29 - August 31, 2023, in Portland, OR. Continue Reading »
4/4/2023 Registration for the 2023 ACI Professors’ Workshop is now open. The Professors’ Workshop is designed to provide instructors in civil engineering, architecture, architectural engineering, materials science, and construction management programs the latest tools and teaching techniques to effectively engage students in courses that cover structural concrete design, construction, materials, and pavements. Continue Reading »
4/1/2023 In his last Guest President’s Memo, ACI Executive Vice President Ronald G. Burg talks about his relationship with ACI, and his term as Executive Vice President. “My sincere wish is for everyone to take full advantage of being part of the ACI community—it’s the place to be for you and me!” Continue Reading »
2/6/2023 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to host the ACI Concrete Convention in San Francisco, CA, USA, on April 2-6, 2023. Continue Reading »
1/2/2023 The January issue of Concrete International is always themed “Admixtures,” and having spent my career working for a specialty construction chemicals company, I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to write about admixtures, with a particular focus on their use in enabling sustainable concrete construction. Continue Reading »
8/1/2022 Fibers are transforming the industry and gone are the days when phrases like “it doesn’t hurt my concrete” were used to describe fibers. So, what’s going on in the “fiber world?” Continue Reading »
6/27/2022 Registration is now open for the Fall ACI Concrete Convention in Dallas, Texas, USA. Continue Reading »
5/10/2022 The Federacion Interamericana Del Cemento (FICEM) and the American Concrete Institute (ACI) recently completed an addendum to their International Partner Agreement which calls for a joint effort to achieve carbon neutrality in the concrete/cement sector. Continue Reading »
4/29/2022 The American Concrete Institute is seeking nominations for members, age 35 and younger, to attend the Emerging Leaders Alliance Conference as ACI representatives. Continue Reading »
1/7/2022 Engineers, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and suppliers will convene at the ACI Concrete Convention in Orlando, Florida, USA, March 27-31, 2022, to collaborate on concrete codes, specifications, and practices. Continue Reading »
10/19/2021 The What I Wish I Knew session, sponsored by ACI S806 Young Professional Activities Committee, was held Monday, October 18, 2021 during the ACI Virtual Convention. This session aims to provide insights on the life of a young professionals in the concrete industry. Continue Reading »
10/13/2021 The American Concrete Institute recently participated in the New England Building Officials Education Association (NEBOEA) conference on October 4-6 in Amherst, MA. Continue Reading »
10/12/2021 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces the formation of a new committee whose mission is to develop and maintain code requirements for concrete pools, spas, and other recreational watershapes. Continue Reading »
8/30/2021 The American Concrete Institute recently exhibited at the Structural Engineers Association of Michigan (SEAMi) annual conference on August 19, 2021, in East Lansing, Michigan. Continue Reading »
7/14/2021 Registration is now open for the ACI Concrete Convention. Select programming will also be available live or on-demand to attendees who choose to attend virtually. Highlights Include 55+ Technical Sessions, ACI Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards, Concrete Mixer, and Exhibit Hall. Continue Reading »
6/29/2021 Many local, state, national, and international building codes, specifications, and agencies require ACI-certified personnel on jobsites. With demand for these individuals strong on concrete construction projects across the globe, verifying the status of ACI certifications has never been more important. Continue Reading »
5/18/2021 The American Concrete Institute is seeking nominations for members aged 35 and younger to attend the Emerging Leaders Alliance Conference as ACI representatives. The conference will take place September 26-29, 2021, at the Omni Penn Hotel in Pittsburgh, PA, USA. Continue Reading »
5/5/2021 The ACI Foundation has established the Burg-Coleman Iowa State ‘77 Fellowship. This new fellowship is funded through a generous $75,000 donation from Ronald G. Burg, ACI Executive Vice President, and Jeffrey W. Coleman, ACI President, 2020-2021. Continue Reading »
2/15/2021 The ACI Virtual Concrete Convention – known as the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete – will be held virtually from March 28-April 1, 2021, and will feature 45 total sessions. Continue Reading »
2/15/2021 This 2-part featured session titled Impact of Hot Weather Conditions on Concrete Repair is moderated by Tarek Khan and Michael Faubel, and will assist contractors, material suppliers and specifiers with practical information on planning, constructing, and designing successful concrete repairs in hot weather. Continue Reading »
2/15/2021 The featured session titled Productivity in the Concrete Industry – Why Has it Stagnated and How Can ACI Help?is moderated by Cary S. Kopczynski, and asks why productivity in the U.S. construction industry has been flat for 50 years, while productivity of U.S. industry in general has nearly doubled in that same time frame. Why? And what can ACI do about it? Continue Reading »
1/19/2021 The ACI Foundation has established the Robert F. Mast Memorial Fellowship. This new fellowship, created through a very generous legacy donation, honors ACI Past President Robert F. Mast, who died July 13, 2020. Continue Reading »
1/15/2021 Individuals are encouraged to apply for the Young Professional Free Convention Registration Program to attend the ACI Virtual Concrete Convention, March 28 - April 1, 2021. Continue Reading »
1/5/2021 It is critical to understand the importance of having ACI codes adopted at the national, state, and local levels. The adoption of ACI 318, "Structural Concrete Building Code”; ACI 562, "Code Requirements for Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures and Commentary”; and other ACI standards into building codes around the world and in your neighborhood helps the industry achieve consistent quality and safety. Continue Reading »
11/3/2020 ACI President Jeffrey W. Coleman made a special appearance at the Young Professional Networking Event during the ACI Virtual Concrete Convention, October 25-29, 2020. Continue Reading »
10/27/2020 The "Overall Excellence” award was presented to the Kennedy Center Expansion Project, located in Washington, DC, United States. The winning concrete project was recognized at the ACI Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards during the ACI Virtual Concrete Convention on Monday, October 26, 2020. Continue Reading »
10/1/2020 ACI President Jeffrey Coleman praises the creative ways that our chapters around the world are continuing to operate in spite of the pandemic; plus the latest ACI Virtual Concrete Convention news. Continue Reading »
8/3/2020 In this President's Memo, I would like to address a second area of focus of the ACI Foundation's mission: research. The Concrete Research Council, also known as CRC, has existed since 1989 and has funded more than $2,000,000 in research over that time. Continue Reading »
6/23/2020 The ACI Iraq Chapter launched a series of free webinars on June 11. Continue Reading »
5/21/2020 The ACI Foundation announces the establishment of the Roger S. Johnston Memorial Scholarship. This new undergraduate scholarship is funded by Crimson Engineering Associates, Inc., Golden, CO, to honor the late Roger S. Johnston. Continue Reading »
5/1/2020 I am honored to be the next President of ACI. I have been an ACI member for exactly 40 years. My first convention was in the spring of 1980 at the Aladdin Hotel in Las Vegas, NV. Continue Reading »
3/13/2020 The American Concrete Institute has developed a new on-demand course for the ACI Concrete Construction Special Inspector (CCSI) certification program. Continue Reading »
12/5/2019 ACI President Randall Poston encourages every ACI member who has not had the opportunity to attend a convention to do so. Continue Reading »
11/11/2019 The Emerging Leaders Alliance held its 12th annual leadership conference November 3-6, 2019, in Falls Church, VA, USA. Continue Reading »
10/22/2019 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announced the winners of the 2019 Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards, who were honored at a Gala event during the Institute’s Concrete Convention & Exposition, October 21, 2019, in Cincinnati, OH, USA. Continue Reading »
10/22/2019 The fifth annual American Concrete Institute Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards and Gala event showcased dozens of innovative concrete projects from around the world. The highest “Excellence” award was presented to King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (ITHRA), located in Dhahran, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. Continue Reading »
10/11/2019 Five university graduate students will receive travel stipends in the amount of $1,000 to attend The Concrete Convention and Exposition October 20-24, 2019 in Cincinnati, OH, USA. Continue Reading »
8/29/2019 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) has updated the names and requirements for its Flatwork Finishing Certification program to better reflect the knowledge, skills, and responsibilities of certified personnel. Continue Reading »
7/31/2019 Information on proven teaching methods and instructional resources was presented, in addition to updates on the latest industry technical information and trends. Continue Reading »
6/27/2019 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) has released its new ACI Certification Verify app. The app allows users to quickly and easily verify the status of ACI-certified individuals through three search options... Continue Reading »
6/26/2019 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) has released its new ACI Certification Verify app. The app allows users to quickly and easily verify the status of ACI-certified individuals through three search options... Continue Reading »
6/10/2019 ACI has submitted a code change proposal, 7840, that would add a reference to ACI 562-19 Code Requirements for Evaluation, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Concrete Structures to the existing building requirements of the 2021 Edition of the Florida Building Code. Continue Reading »
3/27/2019 ACI honored Sami Rizkalla, FACI, Distinguished Professor Emeritus at North Carolina State University, with a reception and two-part session at The Concrete Convention and Exposition, held in Québec City, QC, Canada. Continue Reading »
3/1/2019 What a wonderful year I have had! I've frequently described the job as being an ambassador for ACI—spreading goodwill and interacting with our chapters, international partners, and student groups. Continue Reading »
2/13/2019 Three ACI/AOE staff recently received their Certified Association Executive (CAE) accreditation from the CAE Commission of American Society of Association Executives (ASAE). Continue Reading »
2/11/2019 The American Concrete Institute recently participated in the World of Concrete tradeshow in Las Vegas, NV, USA. World of Concrete is held annually and boasted over 60,000 attendees last month. Continue Reading »
1/22/2019 The American Concrete Institute (ACI), Farmington Hills, MI, and American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC), St. Louis, MO, announce the fourth edition of the best-selling Contractor’s Guide to Quality Concrete Construction is now available in printed and digital formats. Continue Reading »
1/2/2019 ACI has a responsibility for ensuring public safety in concrete construction, but this goal requires that ACI aggressively meets marketplace demands for emerging technologies that improve quality and performance. Continue Reading »
12/14/2018 The American Concrete Institute (ACI), Farmington Hills, MI, and the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC), St. Louis, MO, announce the fourth edition of their best-selling Contractor’s Guide to Quality Concrete Construction will be available in late January 2019. Continue Reading »
11/13/2018 The first of its kind, ACI 563-18 joins ACI’s growing family of concrete repair industry documents aimed at demystifying concrete repair and facilitating the delivery of high quality, well-executed, cost-effective concrete repair solutions. Continue Reading »
11/1/2018 In keeping with its central mission and vision to disseminate knowledge needed to use concrete effectively to meet the demands of a changing world, ACI has made its extensive knowledge base of concrete information even easier to access—available 24/7, and always totally up-to-date. Continue Reading »
10/15/2018 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announced the winners of the 2018 Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards, who were honored during the Institute’s Concrete Convention & Exposition, October 15, 2018, in Las Vegas, NV, USA. Continue Reading »
10/15/2018 The fourth annual American Concrete Institute Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards and Gala event showcased dozens of innovative concrete projects from around the world. The highest “Excellence” award was presented to Viaduct Over River Almonte, located in Garrovillas de Alconétar, Cáceres, Extremadura, Spain. Continue Reading »
9/18/2018 The American Concrete Institute announces the formation of a new committee whose mission is to develop and report information on three-dimensional (3-D) printing and additive manufacturing with inorganic cementitious materials. Continue Reading »
8/10/2018 The first-ever Infrastructure Imperative conference will take place this November 13-15, in Cleveland, OH, USA, and is being sponsored by ACI. This event focuses on the commercial construction and public works industries, and was created to foster innovation in the design and construction of lasting infrastructure. Continue Reading »
8/8/2018 Anahid A. Behrouzi is the winner of the 2018 American Concrete Institute Young Professional Essay Contest. Her essay, titled “Kind Gestures: Longtime ACI Members Shape the Career of Younger Generations” focuses on the impact that networking and mentorship have had on her academic career. Continue Reading »
7/10/2018 The American Concrete Institute is excited to announce that there are now 80,000 active concrete field testing technicians certified through ACI. This milestone was reached in June 2018. Continue Reading »
6/5/2018 The American Concrete Institute will participate in the Engineering & Science Career Network (ESCN) Virtual Career Fair event, September 20, 2018. Continue Reading »
6/1/2018 This premier event will celebrate the concrete industry’s most prestigious and innovative projects from around the globe. The Gala will be held on Monday evening, October 15, 2018, in Las Vegas, NV, USA, at the American Concrete Institute’s Concrete Convention & Exposition. Continue Reading »
5/2/2018 The American Concrete Institute will begin offering all ACI inspector certification program exams at ACI Concrete Conventions & Expositions, starting at the convention in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA on Wednesday, October 17, 2018. Continue Reading »
4/18/2018 The American Concrete Institute and American Society of Concrete Contractors are pleased to announce that ACI Committee 310, Decorative Concrete, has become a joint ACI-ASCC committee. Continue Reading »
3/7/2018 The American Concrete Institute will select eight young members, age 35 and younger, to attend the Emerging Leaders Alliance conference to represent ACI. Continue Reading »
2/22/2018 The American Concrete Institute has designated 70 universities with the ACI Award for University Student Activities. Continue Reading »
1/30/2018 ACI will bestow its highest honor – ACI Honorary Membership – on the following individuals at The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Salt Lake City, UT, USA, March 25-29, 2018. Continue Reading »
1/29/2018 The American Concrete Institute is accepting project submissions for the 2018 Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards through Monday, April 2, 2018. Continue Reading »
11/27/2017 The American Concrete Institute announces its first virtual career fair has been scheduled for February 27, 2018, from Noon – 5:00 p.m. EST. Continue Reading »
11/1/2017 Long before Joseph Aspdin, a British bricklayer, patented portland cement in 1824, the Romans had built some of the most durable concrete structures civilizations have ever seen. But, as we look back at concrete production and delivery through the centuries and decades, it is difficult to claim that concrete has undergone radical innovation cycles. Continue Reading »
10/16/2017 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announced the winners of the 2017 Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards, who were honored during the Institute’s Concrete Convention & Exposition, October 16, 2017 in Anaheim, CA, USA. Continue Reading »
10/16/2017 Global concrete excellence was celebrated at the American Concrete Institute Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards, on Monday, October 16, 2017. The highest “Excellence” award was presented to R·torso·C located in Tokyo, Japan. Continue Reading »
9/19/2017 The International Concrete Repair Institute (ICRI) and the American Concrete Institute (ACI) recently completed a memorandum of understanding (MoU). The MoU will encourage cooperation in areas of technical committees, educational products, publications, and other related activities. Continue Reading »
8/7/2017 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to announce that Lauren Mentz, ACI’s Director of Event Services, has been recognized as one of the “Rising Leaders for 2017” by the Michigan Society of Association Executives (MSAE), at their annual convention, June 10-12 in Lansing, Michigan. Continue Reading »
6/23/2017 ACI traveled to the Colorado School of Mines in Golden, CO, USA, last week to connect with students, faculty advisors, and young professionals at the 30th Annual National Concrete Canoe Competition. Continue Reading »
6/1/2017 ACI is incorrectly perceived sometimes as a U.S.-focused association, or more generally as a North American Institute. It is very true that the American Concrete Institute, as the name and the history suggest, has strong roots in the United States and North America, but it is equally true that ACI is a global organization. Continue Reading »
5/4/2017 ACI President Khaled Awad talks about his path so far, and his expectations for the upcoming year. Continue Reading »
4/28/2017 Hot weather concreting can be a challenge – to minimize the disadvantages, and make your next hot weather concreting project a success, use ACI’s resources, including ACI University online courses, free online education presentations, publications, and journal articles. Continue Reading »
3/31/2017 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) introduced its 2017-2018 president, vice president, and four board members during The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Detroit, MI, USA, this month. Khaled W. Awad has been elected to serve as president of the Institute for 2017-2018. Continue Reading »
2/27/2017 ACI will bestow its highest honor – ACI Honorary Membership – on the following individuals at The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Detroit, MI, USA, March 26-30, 2017 - David W. Fowler; Luis E. García; Satyendra K. Ghosh; and Koji Sakai. Continue Reading »
2/2/2017 In conjunction with the Women in Concrete Alliance (WICA), the American Concrete Institute (ACI) will host a Workforce Innovation Summit at the upcoming Concrete Convention and Exposition in Detroit, Mich., on Wed., March 29. Addressing the question, “Do we have the right labor force for the jobs that will exist in 10 years?” attendees will learn about an effective diversity strategy – what is working and what is hurting progress. Continue Reading »
1/26/2017 The American Concrete Institute’s two masonry testing certification programs are now cited in the new TMS 402/602-16: Building Code Requirements and Specifications for Masonry Structures. Details were unveiled at a press conference at the recent World of Concrete show in Las Vegas, NV, USA. Continue Reading »
1/18/2017 The American Concrete Institute’s two masonry testing certification programs are now cited in TMS 402/602-16: Building Code Requirements and Specifications for Masonry Structures. Published in December 2016, the newly updated Masonry documents include language referencing certification in accordance with the Masonry Field Testing Technician and Masonry Laboratory Testing Technician programs. Continue Reading »
12/1/2016 ACI President Mike Schneider discusses recent changes to the website that make searching for answers to technical questions regarding concrete construction, materials, and design, easier than ever. Continue Reading »
11/3/2016 Nearly 2,000 attendees and guests gathered for The Concrete Convention and Exposition, October 23-27, 2016, Philadelphia, PA, USA, joining colleagues for sessions, committee meetings, a student competition, awards, networking, social events, and the much-anticipated ACI Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards. Continue Reading »
10/24/2016 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announced the winners of the 2016 Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards, who were honored during the ACI Awards Gala at the Concrete Convention & Exposition, October 24, 2016 in Philadelphia, PA, USA. Continue Reading »
10/24/2016 The American Concrete Institute Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards have been the subject of great excitement in the concrete industry for many months now, and on the evening of Monday, October 24, 2016, the highest “Excellence” award was presented to Palazzo Italia (Italian Pavilion Expo 2015) located in Milan, Italy. Continue Reading »
10/22/2016 With so many sessions and events to choose from at The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Philadelphia, PA, USA this week, make sure to keep organized with the ACI Convention App. Continue Reading »
7/7/2016 Constructing quality structures that are durable, sustainable, and energy efficient is a priority for construction professionals. A new report on designing and building Insulating Concrete Form structures details how the construction method can help achieve these goals. Continue Reading »
7/6/2016 The American Concrete Institute announces the availability of an important new publication for concrete industry professionals—ACI 560R-16 Report on Design and Construction with Insulating Concrete Forms (ICFs). This new document is a comprehensive introduction to the design and construction of reinforced concrete structures with insulating concrete forms focusing on ICFs for walls. Continue Reading »
7/1/2016 ACI President Michael J. Schneider discusses how chapters play an important role strengthening the relationships between chapters, ACI national members, and staff. Local chapters are often the initial ACI experience for many members, and they are critical for ACI to carry out its mission. Continue Reading »
6/1/2016 The mission of ACI is to develop and disseminate consensus-based knowledge on concrete and its uses. How does this happen? Here is a brief summary of a very daunting task. ACI is a Standards Developing Organization (SDO), which means we must follow generally accepted consensus guidelines. The Technical Activities Committee (TAC) is the group that manages these consensus guidelines and therefore manages ACI's mission. Continue Reading »
5/23/2016 ACI welcomed representatives from 21 domestic and international ACI chapters for the Spring Chapter Leadership Training at ACI headquarters on May 16-17, 2016. The two-day event included presentations on value proposition, the importance of leading locally, understanding the audience, developing a plan based on that audience, bridging communication gaps, and making volunteering a positive experience. Continue Reading »
5/12/2016 This year, the Portland Cement Association is celebrating its centennial year. The organization sees its centennial year as an opportunity to celebrate not only the association itself, but also the great progress the industry has made and the role that concrete will continue to have in building a resilient, sustainable world. Continue Reading »
5/2/2016 I am truly honored and humbled to have been elected as the 93rd President of ACI. I thank the Institute, and you the members, for this privilege to serve. As I look at the list of ACI Past Presidents, I am aware that I have some very large shoes to fill. They collectively had the vision, wisdom, and fortitude to help create what ACI is today. Continue Reading »
2/25/2016 The American Concrete Institute has recently enhanced its two scholarly journals – the ACI Materials Journal and the ACI Structural Journal – with expanded content and greater digital accessibility. Continue Reading »
2/23/2016 The American Concrete Institute announced the deadline to submit projects for the 2016 Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards has been extended to Tuesday, March 15, 2016. The global competition is open to those who have won awards at a local level through a sponsoring ACI Chapter or nominated by an ACI International Partner. Continue Reading »
2/12/2016 From committee meetings and technical sessions, to networking events and an industry tradeshow, The Concrete Convention and Exposition offers a place to engage with industry leaders and experts from around the globe. Online registration is open through March 31st, 2016. Continue Reading »
1/4/2016 Many new ideas are in the works to bring the best and most current education to concrete professionals. I encourage everyone to visit an educational committee meeting the next time you attend The Concrete Convention and Exposition. Your participation in ACI educational programs can help turn great ideas into reality. Continue Reading »
12/9/2015 Over 200 Convention attendees joined their fellow colleagues for an evening of food, laughter, fellowship, and high-energy video celebrations at the inaugural ACI Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards Gala. Continue Reading »
11/9/2015 Top “Excellence” award and nine additional global projects recognized during inaugural ACI Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards. Continue Reading »
11/9/2015 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announced the winners of the 2015 Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards, who were honored during the ACI Awards Gala at the Concrete Convention & Exposition, November 9, 2015 in Denver, CO. Continue Reading »
10/1/2015 In the October 2014 issue of Concrete International, I had the privilege of writing a guest President's Memo ("318-14 Will Be Available Soon") about ACI Committee 318's efforts to reorganize the "Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete." Nearly one year later, I am pleased to report that engineers across the United States and around the world are using ACI 318-14 and have provided ACI with extremely positive feedback. Continue Reading »
9/3/2015 For the first time, ACI is bringing together winning projects from across the globe for an event unlike any we’ve hosted before – the Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards Gala held Monday, November 9, 2015 during the Fall Concrete Convention & Exposition in Denver, CO, USA. Continue Reading »
8/3/2015 Shane M. Maxemow is the winner of the 2015 American Concrete Institute Young Professional Essay Contest. His essay, titled “Listen, Learn, and Pass it On” focuses on how young professionals can be a key factor in the concrete industry’s goal of collaboration and sharing of knowledge. Continue Reading »
6/18/2015 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to announce that Kevin Mlutkowski, ACI’s Director of Sustainability and Marketing, has been recognized as one of the “Rising Leaders for 2015” by the Michigan Society of Association Executives (MSAE), at their annual convention ORGPRO, June 10-12 in Lansing, Michigan. Continue Reading »
4/30/2015 ACI’s “Train-the-Administrator” program arrives in Canada and South America to assist in launching the Adhesive Anchor Installer Certification Program. Continue Reading »
4/23/2015 The recent Concrete Convention and Exposition in Kansas City, MO, USA, provided concrete professionals with numerous learning and social events. Continue Reading »
4/14/2015 Session attendees have a wide range of sessions to choose from at the Concrete Convention and Exposition in Kansas City, MO, and many of those presentations have a core theme of resilience. Session attendees are discussing everything from the impact of climate change on concrete structures to resilience as a design objective. Continue Reading »
4/11/2015 Convention attendees at The Concrete Convention and Exposition will be hearing and seeing a lot about the ACI Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards throughout the week. That’s no accident – the Excellence Awards are taking the spotlight to raise awareness and excitement about the inaugural Awards Gala taking place November 9, 2015 in Denver, CO, USA. Continue Reading »
3/26/2015 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to announce that SP-4(14) Formwork for Concrete Manual has been recognized by 2015 World of Concrete experts and the Hanley Wood editorial staff as one of the “Most Innovative Products, Industry Choices” of the year. Continue Reading »
2/26/2015 ACI’s new Masonry Testing Certification Programs will be presented at two conferences in the next few months. The Structures Congress, April 23-25, 2015, and the 12th North American Masonry Conference, May 17-20, 2015, will both include the informational presentation, “New Programs for Educating and Certifying Masonry Testing Technicians.” Continue Reading »
2/23/2015 From committee meetings and technical sessions, to networking events and an industry tradeshow, The Concrete Convention and Exposition offers a place to engage with industry leaders and experts from around the globe. Online registration is open through March 26, 2015! Continue Reading »
2/9/2015 ACI is excited to announce the 2015 Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards program created to honor the visions of some of the most creative projects the concrete world has to offer. Submit entries before February 15, 2015. Continue Reading »
2/1/2015 ACI University—a new global, online learning resource, providing on-demand access to a wide range of topics on concrete materials, design, and construction, conveniently accessible through desktop and mobile devices. Continue Reading »
1/31/2015 ACI’s Certification Department has introduced two new masonry-related certification programs: the Masonry Field Testing Technician and the Masonry Laboratory Testing Technician. Both programs fill an important need within the testing and inspection community Continue Reading »
1/26/2015 ACI is pleased to announce that Randall W. Poston, Ph.D., P.E., S.E., Chair, ACI Committee 318, 2008-2014, has been named as one of Engineering News Record’s Top 25 Newsmakers of 2014. Continue Reading »
1/23/2015 New in 2015, the ACI Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards will celebrate innovation and inspire excellence throughout the global concrete design and construction community. Continue Reading »
1/5/2015 In the fall of 2009, Dick Stehly, in anticipation of his upcoming presidency of ACI, went to the Educational Activities Committee (EAC) and challenged them to provide more "tools" for the concrete professional. He wanted EAC to create more "touches" to the educational offerings of ACI. EAC responded to the challenge in a number of ways. Continue Reading »
11/7/2014 ACI Conventions—a place for professionals interested in concrete. The recent fall convention in Washington D.C. exceeded expectations with leading technical presentations, development of committee reports/codes, and enjoyable social events. Continue Reading »
11/1/2014 We often spend time discussing the role of the “member” within the Institute. While we certainly understand the reasons behind our recurring emphasis on this issue, it is imperative to also remember we have another group within ACI that is just as important–our Chapter Members. Continue Reading »
10/26/2014 The American Concrete Institute (ACI), an organization whose mission is to develop and disseminate consensus-based knowledge on concrete and its uses, officially released the completely reorganized ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete. The 2015 International Building Code will reference 318-14 Continue Reading »
10/15/2014 Formwork design and construction challenges like those faced at Cathedral of Christ the Light, Oakland, CA, USA, are discussed in ACI's formwork resources. Continue Reading »
8/26/2014 ACI is working with its members and partners around the world to face industry challenges and achieve its goal of facilitating and communicating the sustainable and environmental benefits of concrete structures. Continue Reading »
7/29/2014 ACI’s “Train-the-Administrator” program arrives in Bolivia to assist Institute Boliviano del Cemento y el Hormigon (IBCH) launch Field Testing Technician—Grade I and Concrete Construction Special Inspector Certifications. Continue Reading »
6/19/2014 This year, the ACI Foundation is offering ten fellowships for undergraduate and graduate students, eight scholarships for graduate students and one scholarship for undergraduate students studying concrete, through funds from the American Concrete Institute, ACI members, and corporate donors. Continue Reading »
6/10/2014 The ACI Foundation, a wholly-owned and non-profit subsidiary of the American Concrete Institute (ACI), announces the opening of its student Fellowship and Scholarship program for the 2015-2016 academic year. Continue Reading »
5/1/2014 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces the opening of public discussion for its completely reorganized ACI 318-14, “Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary.” Continue Reading »
4/3/2014 The ACI Foundation has announced the establishment of a new fellowship in honor of the founders of the ACI Foundation Fellowship Program Continue Reading »
2/3/2014 I invite you to participate in a very special event. On Monday, March 24, at the ACI Spring 2014 convention in Reno, NV, the ACI Foundation will host a dinner to express gratitude to the founders and funders of one of the Institute’s most successful programs: the ACI Student Fellowship Program. Continue Reading »
1/15/2014 At the October 24, 2013 meeting of the ACI Board of Direction and under unanimous agreement, the ACI Board took an extremely bold step and voted to adopt a new ACI logo and tagline. Continue Reading »
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