ACI Press Release
AMERICAN CONCRETE INSTITUTE ANNOUNCES NEW PUBLICATIONS AND CD-ROMS
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. (Nov. 5, 2007) – The American Concrete Institute announces the availability of several new publications and CD-ROMs to educate and inform industry professionals on the newest concrete-related information and technology. As always, ACI members receive a special discount (up to 40 percent) on all publications. Publications can be ordered by calling 248-848-3800 or online at www.concrete.org.
440R-07: Report on Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Reinforcement for Concrete Structures
Applications of fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites as reinforcement for concrete structures have been growing rapidly in recent years. In addition to the material properties of the constituent materials (that is, resins and fibers) and products, current knowledge of FRP applications, such as internal reinforcement including prestressing, external strengthening of concrete and masonry structures, and structural systems, is discussed in detail. The document also addresses durability issues and the effects of extreme events, such as fire and blast. This publication can be ordered in traditional hard copy or downloaded instantly to your computer in PDF format.
Publisher: American Concrete Institute
Publishing date: Sept. 2007
ISBN: 978-0-87031-259-5
Number of pages: 100
Price: $87.50 (ACI members $53.00)
548.8-07: Specification for Type EM (Epoxy Multi-Layer) Polymer Overlay for Bridge and Parking Garage Decks
This Specification covers epoxy multi-layer (EM) polymer overlays for bridge and parking garage decks. Type EM polymer overlays incorporate a low-modulus epoxy binder and selected aggregate to produce a flexible, skid-resistant, and waterproof overlay. The overlay may be used for both new construction and rehabilitation. The overlay is placed by applying the neat epoxy binder to the surface and broadcasting aggregate. This Specification includes requirements for chemical components, aggregates, storage and handling, surface preparation, surface profile, mixing, placement, and finishing. This publication can be ordered in traditional hard copy or downloaded instantly to your computer in PDF format. This publication is also available in a metric version.
Publisher: American Concrete Institute
Publishing date: Oct. 2007
ISBN: 978-0-87031-260-1
Number of pages: 5
Price: $27.50 (ACI members $17.00)
IPS-2: Seismic Rehabilitation of Concrete Structures
This publication is the work of a dedicated team that arranged the results of its investigation of the present state of seismic rehabilitation methods and its subsequent research of various evaluation methods. It is believed that this report will become a foundation to develop additional research in this field. The technical review section is organized into six categories as follows: 1) state of seismic rehabilitation; 2) target performance for rehabilitation; 3) rehabilitation of members by jacketing; 4) rehabilitation of frame structures; 5) response control rehabilitation; and 6) new seismic rehabilitation techniques. This publication also includes 16 research papers presented in June 2000 at a technical meeting held in Japan on the Evaluation of Seismic Rehabilitation.
Publisher: American Concrete Institute and Japan Concrete Institute
Publishing date: Oct. 2007
ISBN: 978-0-87031-256-4
Number of pages: 554
Price: $97.50 (ACI members $59.00)
SP-246CD: Structural Implications of Shrinkage and Creep of Concrete CD-ROM
This CD-ROM is a collection of papers prepared for a session held at the ACI Fall 2007 Convention in Puerto Rico on the effects of shrinkage and creep of concrete. The papers are organized into four groups: 1) design, construction, and behavior of bridge structures; 2) effect of concrete shrinkage and creep on the design and construction of tall buildings; 3) deflection and cracking serviceability of slabs, beams, and walls; and 4) other problems and basic questions.
Publisher: American Concrete Institute
Publishing date: Sept. 2007
ISBN: 0-87031-250-2
Price: $70.50 (ACI members $42.00)
SP-247CD: Self-Consolidating Concrete for Precast Prestressed Applications CD-ROM
This CD-ROM is a collection of papers prepared for a session held at the ACI Fall 2007 Convention in Puerto Rico on the hardened properties and performance of SCC developed for use in precast prestressed applications. The papers relate to SCC in prestressed applications and are organized as follows: 1) mixture proportioning; 2) mechanical properties; 3) time-dependent deformations; 4) flexural and shear behavior; 5) bond behavior; 6) prestress losses; and 7) the structural behavior of full-scale precast prestressed elements made with SCC.
Publisher: American Concrete Institute
Publishing date: Sept. 2007
ISBN: 0-87031-253-7
Price: $55.50 (ACI members $34.00)
SP-248CD: Deflection and Stiffness Issues in FRC and Thin Structural Elements CD-ROM
This CD-ROM is a collection of papers organized for a session held at the ACI Fall 2007 Convention in Puerto Rico. Papers relate to material behavior and the structural implications of using fiber-reinforced concrete (FRC), and focus on the benefits of using fibers to enhance stiffness and reduce deflection of FRC members both with and without reinforcement. Used in combination with conventional reinforcement, FRC can increase stiffness and reduce deflection of cracked members as well as decrease the stress in the reinforcement. This is particularly important in thin sections and cement-based products where the geometry and profile play an important role in controlling deflection.
Publisher: American Concrete Institute
Publishing date: Sept. 2007
ISBN: 0-87031-257-X
Price: $54.50 (ACI members $32.00)
For more information, contact:
Sara Steptoe
Marketing Communications Specialist
248-848-3148
Sara.steptoe@concrete.org
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