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AMERICAN COAL ASH ASSOCIATION  15200 East Girard Avenue, Suite 3050 Aurora, CO 80014 Phone: (720) 870-7897 Fax: (720) 870-7889 Thomas H. Adams, Executive Director The American Coal Ash Association advances the management and use of coal combustion products in ways that are environmentally responsible, technically sound, commercially competitive and supportive of a more sustainable global community Our members include coal-fired power utilities, non-utility CCP producers, marketing firms and other organizations worldwide, as well as individuals with commercial, academic and research interests. Among its myriad of initiatives, ACAA engages stakeholders in developing specifications and guidelines for CCP use. For example, fly ash is the most commonly used CCP, primarily in high-performance concrete. Flue gas desulfurization materials (FGD gypsum) are used in nearly 30 percent of gypsum panel (wallboard) products in the U.S.  AMERICAN CONCRETE INSTITUTE 38800 Country Club Dr / PO Box 9094 Farmington Hills, MI 48331 Phone: (248) 848-3700 Fax: (248) 848-3701 William R. Tolley, Executive Vice President The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is a technical and educational consensus organiza¬tion whose purpose is to further engi¬neering and technical education, scienti¬fic investi¬gation and research, and development of standards for the design and construction of concrete struc¬tures. The Institute gathers, correlates, and disseminates information for the improvement of the design, construction, manufacture, use and maintenance of concrete products and structures. AMERICAN CONCRETE PAVEMENT ASSOCIATION 5420 Old Orchard Road - Suite A100 Skokie, IL 60077-1059 Phone: (847) 966-2272 Fax: (847) 966-9970 Gerald F. Voigt, P.E, President & CEO The American Concrete Pavement Association is the national trade association for the concrete pavement industry. The primary mission of the ACPA is to advocate for the use of concrete pavement in highways, airfields, and roadways throughout the United States. ACPA has offices in Chicago (Skokie), Ill., Washington, D.C., and Phoenix (Mesa), Ariz. In addition to 21 state and regional promotion organizations, ACPA affiliates include the National Concrete Pavement Technology Center (CP Tech Center) and the International Grooving & Grinding Association. AMERICAN CONCRETE PIPE ASSOCIATION 1303 Walnut Hill Lane, Suite 305 Irving, TX 75039-5423 Phone: (972) 506-7216 Fax: (972) 506-7682 Matt Childs, P.E., President The American Concrete Pipe Association is an organization of companies actively engaged in the manufacture of concrete pipe, those interested in the extension of the concrete pipe industry and those contributing professionally to the welfare of the industry. The Association represents manufacturers who produce concrete pipe and products for highway culverts, sanitary and storm sewers, and irrigation and drainage. AMERICAN CONCRETE PRESSURE PIPE ASSOCIATION 11800 Sunrise Valley Drive - #309 Reston, VA 22091 Phone: (703) 391-9135 Fax: (703) 391-9136 Richard Lawhun, P.E., President The American Concrete Pressure Pipe Association is composed of companies engaged in the manufacture of concrete pressure pipe. Normal applications of these products include water transmission and distribution lines, irrigation lines, force mains, siphons, aerial lines, industrial process water lines, cooling water lines, subaqueous intakes, outfalls and crossings, and internal spillways for earthfill dams. The Association performs pipe materials performance research, prepares consumer information and standards, and operates its compliance audit and certification program. AMERICAN CONCRETE PUMPING ASSOCIATION 606 Enterprise Dr. Lewis Center, OH 43035 Phone: (614) 431-5618 Fax: (614) 431-6944 Christi E. Collins, Executive Director The mission of the American Concrete Pumping Association is to promote, expand, and improve the concrete pumping industry through progressive leadership, education, communication, and advocacy establishing concrete pumping as the preferred method of placing concrete. Established in 1974, the industry is now a respected and equal partner in the construc¬tion trade industry. The Association continually develops safety materials and seminars intended to educate all those coming in contact with a concrete pump and highlights concrete pumping techniques and applications through its magazine, Concrete Pumping. AMERICAN SEGMENTAL BRIDGE INSTITUTE 142 Cimarron Park Loop, Suite F Buda, TX 78610-2837 Phone: (512) 523-8214 Fax: (512) 523-8213 William R. “Randy” Cox, P.E., Manager The American Segmental Bridge Institute was incorporated in 1989 as a nonprofit organization to provide a forum where owners, designers, constructors and suppliers can meet to further refine current design, construction and construction management procedures, and evolve new techniques that will advance the quality and use of concrete segmental bridges. AMERICAN SHOTCRETE ASSOCIATION 38800 Country Club Drive Farmington Hills, MI 48331 Phone: (248) 848-3780 Fax: (248) 848-3740 Chris Darnell, Executive Director The American Shotcrete Association (ASA) was founded in 1998 with its primary stated purpose to educate the construction community as to the benefits of the use of shotcrete; to encourage and promote the use of shotcrete by providing useful and accurate information to the concrete specifying and purchasing communities; and to support and promote the training of those in the shotcrete industry in the proper methods, materials, and technique to obtain high quality shotcrete. AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CONCRETE CONTRACTORS 2025 S. Brentwood Blvd. St Louis, MO 63144 Phone: (314) 962-0210 Fax: (314) 968-4367 Beverly A. Garnant, Executive Director The American Society of Concrete Contractors was founded in 1964 to enhance the capabilities of those who build with concrete. ASCC is dedicated to improving concrete construction quality, productivity and safety. Members of ASCC are concrete contractors, material suppliers, equipment manufacturers, and others involved in concrete construction. Activities include a business insurance program developed with the CNA Insurance Companies, an extensive Safety Manual, Concrete and Safety Hotlines, Safety Videos, Safety Bulletins, Troubleshooting Newsletters and the Contractor's Guide to Quality Concrete Construction. ARCHITECTURAL PRECAST ASSOCIATION (Managed by McGee and Associates) 6710 Winkler Road #8 Ft. Myers, FL 33919 Phone: (941) 454-6989 Fax: (941) 454-6787 Fred L. McGee, Executive Director The Architectural Precast Association serves the informational, technical and business needs of architectural precast concrete manufacturers and their suppliers and promotes high standards of workmanship throughout the industry. BRICK INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION 11490 Commerce Park Drive Reston, VA 20191-1525 Phone: (703) 620-0010 Fax: (703) 620-3928 J. Gregg Borchelt, Interim Chief Executive Officer The Brick Industry Association (BIA) is the national trade association representing distributors and manufacturers of clay brick and suppliers of related products and services. The Association is involved in a broad range of technical, research, marketing, government relations and communications activities. It is the recognized national authority on residential and commercial uses of brick. CAST STONE INSTITUTE (CSI) PO Box 68 Lebanon, PA 17042 Phone: (712) 272-3744 Fax: (712) 272-5147 Jan Boyer, Executive Director The Cast Stone Institute was formed in 1927 by a group of visionary Cast Stone producers who identified the need to have a common voice for the Cast Stone industry. Today our mission remains, not only to be the authoritative spokesperson for Cast Stone, but also to provide expert counsel to the architectural and engineering communities. Members of the Cast Stone Institute are engaged in the relentless pursuit of excellence in manufacturing. CENTER FOR ADVANCED CEMENT BASED MATERIALS (ACBM) Northwestern University - 2145 Sheridan Road, Suite A130 Evanston, IL 60208-4400 Phone: (847) 491-3858 Fax: (847) 467-1078 Dr. Surendra Shah, Director of Industrial and Educational Programs ACBM was established in 1989 as a National Science Foundation Science and Technology Center dedicated to research, education, and technology transfer for the cement and concrete industries. ACBM is a multi-institutional center that combines faculty and staff efforts at Northwestern University, The University of Illinois, Purdue University, The University of Michigan, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology. Since January 2000, ACBM's programs have been entirely supported by industrial sponsors. CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS ASSOCIATION 113 First Street / PO Box 204 Mt Vernon, IA 52314 Phone: (319) 895-6940 Fax: (319) 895-8830 J. Edward Sauter, Executive Director The Concrete Foundations Association is a non-profit association representing 400 concrete foundation contractors and suppliers in approximately 40 states and Canada. CFA produces promotional and technical publications available to the public. The association has been in existence since 1976 representing the interests of the industry in codes and standards, and providing educational and networking opportunities for its members. CONCRETE REINFORCING STEEL INSTITUTE 933 N. Plum Grove Road Schaumburg, IL 60173-4758 Phone: (847) 517-1200 x17 Fax: (847) 517-1206 Bob Risser, P.E., President & CEO Since its founding in 1924, CRSI's primary objective has been to promote the increased use of reinforced concrete construction. CRSI is a national trade association representing producers and fabricators of reinforcing steel, epoxy coaters, bar support and splice manufacturers, and other related associates and interested professional architects and engineers. All are supported through marketing, promotion, research and engineering activities and work on specifications, building codes and engineering services. Information about CRSI membership, member services, technical publications and engineering software is available at www.crsi.org. CONCRETE SAWING & DRILLING ASSOCIATION, INC. 11001 Danka Way North, Ste. 1 St. Petersburg, FL 33716 Phone: (727) 577-5004 Fax: (727) 577-5012 Patrick O’Brien, Executive Director The Concrete Sawing & Drilling Association (CSDA) is a nonprofit trade association of contractors, manufacturers and affiliated members from the concrete construction and renovation industry. The CSDA mission is to promote the selection of professional sawing and drilling contractors and their methods. Concrete cutting with diamond tools offers industry many benefits including reduced downtime, precision cutting, maintenance of structural integrity, reduced noise, dust and debris, limited-access cutting, and the ability to cut heavily-reinforced concrete. Founded in 1972, CSDA has over 550 international member companies. EXPANDED SHALE, CLAY & SLATE INSTITUTE 2225 E. Murray Holladay Road - Suite 102 Salt Lake City, UT 84117 Phone: (801) 272-7070 Fax: (801) 272-3377 John P. Ries, President The Expanded Shale, Clay & Slate Institute (ESCSI) is the international trade association for manufacturers of rotary kiln-produced expanded shale, clay and slate lightweight aggregate. ESCSI promotes the extensive use of rotary kiln-produced lightweight aggregate in the concrete masonry, ready-mix and precast markets. Based on research and development, educational material is disseminated to all phases of the building industry. The association works closely with other technical organizations to maintain product quality, life-safety and professional integrity throughout the construction industry and related building code bodies. INDIAN CONCRETE INSTITUTE Ocean Crest New #79 (Old #35) 3rd Main Road Gandhi Nagar, Adyar, Chennai-600 020, INDIA Phone: 044-24912602/24455148 Fax: 044-24455148 R.N.Krishna, Secretry General The Indian Concrete Institute is a registered professional body of more than 8000 individuals and organizations from India, devoted to better-ment of structural concrete and interested in the advancement of concrete and construction technologies, concrete products, R&D and technical education. Headquartered in Chennai, ICI has 22 centres throughout the length and breadth of India. INSULATING CONCRETE FORM ASSOCIATION 1298 Cronson Blvd. - Suite 201 Crofton, MD 21114 Phone: (888) 864-4232 Fax: (410) 451-8343 Betsy Steiner, Executive Director The Mission of the Insulating Concrete Forms Association is to promote the use of ICFs, and to help overcome obstacles to industry growth. ICFA activities include promotion, codes and standards, research, partnering and education. ICFA produces a bi-monthly newsletter, the Dialog, and a bi-weekly electronic newsletter the ICFA Informer. ICFA hosts an Annual Conference & Expo in the Fall. ICFA's Excellence Awards program promotes the best ICF projects throughout North America. INTERLOCKING CONCRETE PAVEMENT INSTITUTE 13921 Park Center Road, Suite 270 Herndon, VA 20171 Phone: (703) 657-6900 Fax: (703) 657-6901 Charles A. McGrath, CAE, Executive Director The mission of the Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute (ICPI) is to increase the use of segmental concrete pavement systems in North America. The ICPI will achieve this mission through the following association goals: increase product and system awareness, improve paver installation, enhance technical capabilities, educate users, potential users, and specifiers; develop sustainability strategy and provide membership programs and services. Membership is comprised of manufacturers, suppliers, dealers and contractors. ICPI publishes a quarterly magazine, Interlocking Concrete Pavement Magazine. ICPI membership services include marketing literature to promote municipal, commercial and residential markets, technical specifications, technical papers, paver installer certification, product certification, training programs, government relations, Hardscape North America education and trade show for contactors and public relations. INTERNATIONAL CONCRETE REPAIR INSTITUTE 3166 S. River Road, Ste. 132 Des Plaines, IL 60018 Phone: (847) 827-0830 Fax: (847) 827-0832 Kelly M. Page, Executive Director The International Concrete Repair Institute (ICRI) was established to improve the quality of concrete restoration, repair and protection, through education of, and communication among, the members and those who use their services. Membership in ICRI consists of contractors, engineers, manufacturers, distributors, government agencies, facility owners, students, and others with an expressed interest in improving the quality of concrete repairs. Local chapters foster the opportunity for education and networking on a regular basis. International meetings are held each spring and fall, featuring technical sessions, interactive forums, and exhibits of members' products and services. An annual awards program is also held, recognizing outstanding restoration and repair projects. INTERNATIONAL JOINTS AND BEARINGS RESEARCH COUNCIL c/o KIP Consulting - P.O. Box 456 Picton, ON, CANADA K0K 2T0 Phone: (613) 471-1566 Fax: (613) 471-1565 Barrie Atkinson, Chairman Joints and Bearings are critical components to the proper functioning and serviceability of structures. The design, specification, fabrication, installation and maintenance of joint sealing or bearing systems require specialized skills and knowledge of both structural and materials engineering. Traditionally, this distinct body of knowledge and experience has been assembled, assessed and disseminated on a national and fragmented basis to improve present standards or identify needed research. INTERNATIONAL PACKAGED CONCRETE MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION 10228 Veranda Court Baton Rouge, LA 70810 Phone: Tel: (225) 767-7775 Fax: Fax: (225) 767-8881 Jennifer Poche, Executive Director The IPCMA is an association of businesses that produce, package and market concrete and mortar mix and complimentary products. The association's purpose is to share knowledge of and education of plant operations, equipment, production and procurement of goods. MASON CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA 33 S. Roselle Road Schaumburg, IL 60193 Phone: (847) 301-0001 or (800) 536-2225 Fax: (847) 301-1110 Jeff Buczkiewicz, Executive Director The mission of the Mason Contractors Association of America is to advance and serve the common interests of its members as well as to enhance their position as industry leaders and innovators. The Association will strive to become the sole perceived leader for the mason contractor in the construction industry. It will strive to become the leader for the mason contractor in the legislative process, education, training, research, promotion and safety. NACE INTERNATIONAL 1440 South Creek Drive Houston, TX 77084-4906 Phone: (281) 228-6200 Fax: (281) 228-6300 Del Doyle, Interim Executive Director NACE is dedicated to promoting public safety, protecting the environment and reducing the economic impact of corrosion by advancing the knowledge of corrosion engineering and science. NACE International's mission is to be the resource for industry and government as they incorporate corrosion control technology into their operations. NACE International began in 1943 with a small group of pipeline engineers who met to discuss common corrosion problems. From there, NACE expanded to include professionals in a broad spectrum of private industries, and government organizations, and now has more than 16,000 members worldwide. NATIONAL CONCRETE MASONRY ASSOCIATION 13750 Sunrise Valley Drive Herndon, VA 20171 Phone: (703) 713-1900 Fax: (703) 713-1910 Robert D. Thomas, President & CEO The National Concrete Masonry Association (NCMA) is the national trade association representing manufacturers of concrete masonry, interlocking paving and segmental retaining wall systems, along with companies supplying goods and services to the industry. NCMA conducts national marketing programs for member manufactured systems; offers a wide range of technical and engineering services; represents the industry before code bodies, government agencies, and Congress; serves as a clearinghouse for information of all types of member products; and is engaged in a broad array of other activities, including the operation of a complete research and development laboratory. NATIONAL PRECAST CONCRETE ASSOCIATION 10333 N. Meridian Street, Suite 272 Indianapolis, IN 46290 Phone: (317) 571-9500 or 800/366-7731 Fax: (317) 571-0041 Ty E. Gable, CAE, President An international trade association, NPCA represents manufacturers of plant produced precast concrete products and companies that provide the equipment, supplies and services to make these products. NPCA members manufacture hundreds of products for both underground and above-ground applications, from infrastructure elements to sophisticated architectural precast components. Founded in 1965, NPCA connects leaders in the precast concrete products industry through educational, leadership and networking opportunities. The association currently represents more than 1100 companies and suppliers that are committed to expanding the use of quality precast concrete. NPCA also provides technical and production information through 9 product committees, which concentrate on the development of specific product lines within the precast industry. NPCA has members in all 50 states, nine Canadian provinces and twelve other countries. NATIONAL READY MIXED CONCRETE ASSOCIATION 900 Spring Street Silver Spring, MD 20910 Phone: (301) 587-1400 or (888) 84-NRMCA Fax: (301) 585-4219 Robert A. Garbini, President The National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) founded in 1930 is an international trade association for producers of ready mixed concrete, which is a $35B industry in the US. The Association is involved in government relations, market development and promotion, engineering advances, technical research, educational seminars, workshops and conferences, and regulatory issues. The Association cosponsors the CONEXPO/CON-AGG Show. NRMCA sends to its member companies on a regular basis, Congressional Digests, Regulatory Reports, Promotion Pointers, Technical Information Letters and Executive Letters. NRMCA also provides a large publications list from which members may choose training manuals and articles on such topics as safety, financial management, maintenance, sustainable construction and driver education. NATIONAL SLAG ASSOCIATION PO Box 1197 Pleasant Grove, UT 84062 Phone: (801) 785-4535 Fax: (801) 785-4539 Karen Kiggins, President The National Slag Association is an international trade association, founded in 1918 to unite iron and steel slag processors worldwide. The primary function of NSA is to communicate and fulfill an advocate position for iron and steel slags. Slag is the non-metallic, commercial product, made in furnaces simultaneously with iron and steel and used primarily as a construction aggregate. There are approximately 85 member companies worldwide. NATIONAL STEERING COMMITTEE for CONCRETE INDUSTRY MANAGEMENT 1423 N. Plantation Dr. Cookeville, TN 38506 Phone: (615) 494-7658 or (760) 360-3958 Fax: (615) 898-5296 David L. Vickers, Executive Director The National Steering Committee (NSC) is an IRS 501 (3) (c) organization devoted to developing, supporting, promoting, and sustaining a network of higher learning institutions with programs that produce graduates with 4-year degrees in Concrete Industry Management (CIM). The NSC is composed of a broad based, national level group of concrete related industry and association leaders and works collaboratively with CIM institutions and their local industry patrons groups to accomplish this goal. NATIONAL STONE, SAND & GRAVEL ASSOCIATION 1605 King Street Alexandria, VA 22314 Phone: (703) 525-8788 Fax: (703) 525-7782 Jennifer Joy Wilson, President & CEO The National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association (NSSGA) is an international trade association for producers of construction aggregates and pulverized minerals. The Association coordinates and represents industry in product research, government relations, education and training, and regulatory issues. NSSGA is a co-owner of CONEXPO/CON-AGG. Members of NSSGA receive weekly government affairs and regulatory activity updates, bi-monthly magazine, and periodic market development and operational reports. The Association provides education and training through more than 30 meetings/conferences/workshops a year, and through publications, CD ROMS and videos. Members receive a wide variety of publications on topics including land reclamation, financial management, community relations, and safety, as well as technical reports on aggregate uses in concrete and bituminous materials. PORTLAND CEMENT ASSOCIATION 5420 Old Orchard Road Skokie, IL 60077 Phone: (847) 972-9000 Fax: (847) 966-8389 Brian McCarthy, President The Portland Cement Association (PCA) represents cement companies in Canada and the United States. PCA was founded in 1916 to "improve and extend the uses of cement and concrete." Today this mandate is unchanged and PCA serves as the nucleus of the cement industry's work in research, promotion, education, and public affairs. PCA's wholly owned subsidiary, Construction Technology Laboratories, Inc., provides a wide range of research, testing, and consulting services. PCA also maintains a Washington, D.C office. In Canada, the Association operates as the Cement Association of Canada. POST-TENSIONING INSTITUTE 38800 Country Club Drive Farmington Hills, MI 48331 Phone: (248) 848-3180 Fax: (248) 848-3181 Theodore L. Neff, Executive Director The Post-Tensioning Institute (PTI) represents all segments of the post-tensioning industry including major post-tensioning companies, suppliers, contractors and design professionals. Established in 1976, PTI is dedicated to expanding the growth and quality of post-tensioning construction technology through research, education, code development and marketing. The Institute develops specifications, design recommendations, and practical field installation procedures for various market segments including Cable Stay Bridges, Parking Structures, Slabs-on-Ground and Prestressed Rock and Soil Anchors. A variety of design aids and resources are also available including technical publications, technical notes, technical updates and various computer programs. In addition, the Institute offers design seminars, workshops for certification of field personnel, and operates a Plant Certification Program for Unbonded Tendon Fabrication. PRECAST/PRESTRESSED CONCRETE INSTITUTE 209 W. Jackson Blvd., Ste. 500 Chicago, IL 60606-6938 Phone: (312) 786-0300 Fax: (312) 786-0353 James G. Toscas, President The Precast / Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI), founded in 1954, fosters the development, deployment, and continuous improvement of building systems utilizing plant-manufactured concrete components. To this end PCI publishes an outstanding technical journal, a wide variety of technical and informational documents, and an industry-leading promotional magazine; conducts conventions, exhibitions, and technical conferences; and administers certification programs, marketing programs, and awards programs. PCI members include businesses comprising this industry as well as architects, consultants, contractors, developers, educators, engineers, materials suppliers, service providers, and students. PCI also maintains affiliations with other organizations, both national and worldwide, having interest in precast / prestressed concrete. READY MIXED CONCRETE RESEARCH & EDUCATION FOUNDATION 900 Spring Street Silver Spring, MD 20910 Phone: (240) 485-1150 Fax: (301) 565-8200 Julie Garbini, Executive Director The RMC Research & Education Foundation is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization with a mission of supporting research and education programs to improve the quality and professionalism of the ready mixed concrete industry. RILEM 157 rue des Blains F-92220 Bagneux, FRANCE Phone: 33 1 45 36 10 20 Fax: 33 1 45 36 63 20 sg@rilem.org, RILEM is the International Union of Laboratories and Experts in Construction Materials, Systems and Structures. RILEM was founded in June 1947. RILEM is the French acronym for 'Réunion Internationale des Laboratoires et Experts des Matériaux, Systèmes de Constructions et Ouvrages'. The mission of the association is to advance scientific knowledge related to construction materials, systems and structures and to encourage transfer and application of this knowledge world-wide. This mission is achieved through collaboration of leading experts in construction practice and science including academics, researchers, testing laboratories and authorities. The main goals of RILEM are: 1) to promote sustainable and safe construction, and improved performance and cost benefit for society, 2) to stimulate new directions of research and its applications, promoting excellence in construction, 3) to favour and promote cooperation at international scale by general access to advanced knowledge SCAFFOLDING, SHORING & FORMING INSTITUTE, INC. 1300 Sumner Avenue Cleveland, OH 44115-2851 Phone: (216) 241-7333 Fax: (216) 241-0105 R. Christopher Johnson, Managing Director The Scaffolding, Shoring & Forming Institute (SSFI) is a trade association of leading manufacturers of scaffolding, suspended scaffolding, shoring, forming, planks, platforms and related components. The institute focuses on the technical aspects and safe use of scope products. SILICA FUME ASSOCIATION c/o Elkem Materials - PO Box 266 Pittsburgh, PA 15230 Phone: (540) 822-9455 Fax: (540) 822-9456 Tony Kojundic, Executive Director The Silica Fume Association (SFA) was formed in 1998 to assist the producers of silica fume in promoting its usage in concrete. Silica fume, a by-product of silicon and ferro-silicon metal production, is a highly-reactive pozzolan and a key ingredient in high-performance concrete, dramatically increasing the service-life of structures. SLAG CEMENT ASSOCIATION Suite 349, 2516 Waukegan Road Glenview, IL 60025 Phone: (847) 977-6920 Fax: Anthony E. Fiorato, Executive Director The Slag Cement Association (SCA) is an organization of companies that ships slag cement in the United States. We represent over 95% of all slag cement shipped in the U.S. The SCA is the leading source of knowledge on blast furnace slag-based cementitious products. We promote the increased use and acceptance of these products by educating customers, specifiers and other end-users on their varied attributes, benefits and uses. We strive to advance the state-of-the-art through increased knowledge and research. THE MASONRY SOCIETY 3970 Broadway, Suite 201D Boulder, CO 80304-1135 Phone: (303) 939-9700 Fax: (303) 541-9215 Phillip J. Samblanet, Executive Director The Masonry Society (TMS) is a gathering of people interested in the art and science of masonry. It is a professional, technical, and educational association (501[c][3]) dedicated to the advancement of the knowledge of masonry. TMS members are design engineers, architects, builders, researchers, building officials, material suppliers, manufacturers, and others who wish to contribute to and benefit from the pool of information on masonry. TMS gathers and disseminates technical information through its committees, publications, codes and standards, slide sets, videotapes, newsletter, referred journal, educational programs, professors' workshop, conferences, and Annual Meeting. We provide support to the masonry community through scholarships, education and training programs, and our Disaster Investigation Team, which evaluates the performance of masonry after disasters. TILE ROOFING INSTITUTE 230 East Ohio Street, Suite 400 Chicago, IL 60611 Phone: (312) 670-4177 Fax: (312) 644-8557 Jeanne Sheehy, Managing Director The Tile Roofing Institute is a non-profit association of producers, contractors and associates of concrete and clay tile roofing systems. The association is dedicated to increasing the awareness and market demand for tile roofing, and to continuous improvements in product quality and installation practices. TRI manufacturer members produce 95 percent of the tile roofing installed in North America, and actively work with research and testing organizations and local code bodies to improve the quality, durability and affordability of tile roof systems. TRI is a non-profit trade association and membership is open to all those involved in the production, distribution and installation of clay and concrete tile roof systems. TILT-UP CONCRETE ASSOCIATION PO Box 204 Mt Vernon, IA 52314 Phone: (319) 895-6911 Fax: (319) 895-8830 J. Edward Sauter, Executive Director The Tilt-Up Concrete Association is a non-profit association of 450 member companies representing architects, engineers, contractors and suppliers who are active in tilt-up design and construction. The association was founded in 1986 to promote the use of tilt-up construction, educate the profession and stimulate research. It also acts as a clearing house of up-to-date information on technical matters and on designers and contractors proficient in the system. The TCA has representatives in 42 states and 17 countries. WIRE REINFORCEMENT INSTITUTE, INC. 1250 Eye Street, N.W., Suite 650 Washington, DC 20005-3922 Phone: (202) 296 5680 Fax: (202) 331 8049 Robert J. Weil, General Counsel The Wire Reinforcement Institute is an association of producers of welded wire rein¬forcement and wire products for concrete structures and precast/prestressed components. The purpose of the Institute is to advance the industry through scientific research, educational activities, engineering, product development and general con¬struction technology. |
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