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04/18/2024 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces its 2024-2025 president, vice president, and four board members. Continue Reading »
04/10/2024 The ACI Foundation is pleased to announce new Trustees and the re-election of an existing Trustee to its Board. Continue Reading »
04/05/2024 The concrete community has once again reunited at the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete – the ACI Concrete Convention. Continue Reading »
03/27/2024 The 13th ACI International Workshop on Structural Concrete took place at the ACI Concrete Convention, in New Orleans, LA, USA. Continue Reading »
03/24/2024 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 »
03/21/2024 PRO: An ACI Center of Excellence for Advancing Productivity announces Jeffrey W. Coleman and Michael J. Schneider have joined the Center’s Board of Directors. Continue Reading »
03/18/2024 ACI will bestow its highest honor – ACI Honorary Membership – on five individuals at the ACI Concrete Convention March 24-28, 2024. Continue Reading »
03/04/2024 ACI President, Dr. Antonio Nanni, recently visited several countries in Central America to meet with industry leaders, connect with ACI Members and Chapters/Partners, and host and attend various seminars and technical symposiums. Continue Reading »
03/04/2024 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) recently published a 4-part series of articles in Concrete International related to building safety. Continue Reading »
03/01/2024 ACI President Antonio Nanni discusses the importance of attending conventions to take the opportunity they provide to create new knowledge and codify it in ways that are safe and sustainable. ACI can do so much in terms of safety and sustainability of concrete construction as well as in elevating the quality of the workforce for practical outcomes but also the dignity of all who contribute. Continue Reading »
02/27/2024 The American Concrete Institute’s (ACI) annual Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards has introduced a new Bridge Category for 2024. Continue Reading »
02/21/2024 ACI has released a free Spanish Language Tools and Resources Guide to highlight the many Spanish language resources for the concrete industry. Continue Reading »
02/13/2024 The ACI Foundation is administering a request for proposal on behalf of ACI’s Innovation Task Group 93-12. Continue Reading »
02/01/2024 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 »
01/30/2024 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to bring the ACI Concrete Convention to New Orleans, Louisiana, USA. Known as the world's gathering place for advancing concrete, the convention will take place March 24-28, 2024. Continue Reading »
01/17/2024 ACI and RILEM have partnered to sponsor a Peer-to-Peer webinar that will take place on Friday February 2nd, 2024 at 10AM EST. Continue Reading »
01/09/2024 The 2023 People’s Choice Award was presented to Vermosa Land Development Project, located in Imus, Cavite, Philippines. Continue Reading »
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01/02/2024 Sustainability is at the forefront of many industries, but the concrete construction community has a remarkable, elevated opportunity to fundamentally change the way the world’s infrastructure is built. This was keenly brought into focus as ACI and NEU: An ACI Center of Excellence for Carbon Neutral Concrete (NEU) participated in the Conference of the Parties (COP), held November 30-December 12, 2023. Continue Reading »
11/22/2023 Big 5 Global, the largest and most-influential construction industry event in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) is set to take place at Dubai World Trade Centre from 4 – 7 December 202 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 »
11/13/2023 More than 2,500 professionals and students from around the world recently convened at the ACI Concrete Convention in Boston, Massachusetts, USA Continue Reading »
11/01/2023 ACI President Antonio Nanni discusses his recent travels to Australia, Indonesia, Thailand, and Bangladesh. “ACI is an international organization with a reach and influence (and with that a responsibility) that go way beyond what many may think. We must strengthen our international position not to dominate or impose but, on the contrary, to be a trustworthy and competent contributor to the betterment of our industry for a safer and cleaner world. Continue Reading »
10/31/2023 The ninth annual ACI Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards showcased dozens of innovative concrete projects from around the world. Continue Reading »
10/17/2023 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to recognize several individuals for their outstanding contributions and dedication to ACI and the concrete industry. Continue Reading »
10/09/2023 Eight Young Professionals represented the American Concrete Institute during the Emerging Leaders Alliance (ELA) conference. Continue Reading »
10/01/2023 ACI President Antonio Nanni reflects on the upcoming convention; the work of the ACI Foundation; and the importance of concrete to our modern world. “It is essential to improve concrete and the way we build to make concrete more sustainable and affordable. To do this, we must invest in our industry by encouraging and attracting young people to our industry, creating solutions to challenges, and keeping documents relevant and updated. Continue Reading »
09/28/2023 The American Concrete Institute along with the ACI Saudi Chapter will co-host the ACI Concrete Conference of Codes, Standards, and Best Practices in Riyadh, Saudi Arabi on November 28-29, 2023. Continue Reading »
08/01/2023 ACI President Antonio Nanni discusses his recent travels to Morocco, Turkey, and Italy, and stresses the importance of sharing knowledge and learning from others. Continue Reading »
07/21/2023 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) recently hosted the third 24 Hours of Concrete Knowledge Conference along with ACI international chapters and partners. Continue Reading »
07/05/2023 The ACI Foundation will begin accepting applications from graduate and undergraduate students for the 2024-2025 academic year on July 5, 2023. Continue Reading »
06/20/2023 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to bring the ACI Concrete Convention to Boston, Massachusetts, USA. Continue Reading »
06/01/2023 ACI President Antonio Nanni discusses international outreach, the spring ACI Concrete Convention, and the importance of sustainability to ACI and the industry. Continue Reading »
05/25/2023 The Institute exhibited at the Concrete Expo held at the ExCel Center in London. Continue Reading »
05/22/2023 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) has hired Mahmut Ekenel to support, promote, and assist in the development of certification and conformity assessment programs. Continue Reading »
05/05/2023 Registration is open for the third 24 Hours of Concrete Knowledge, organized by the American Concrete Institute (ACI). Continue Reading »
05/04/2023 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the International Code Council’s (ICC) 43rd annual Building Safety Month. Continue Reading »
05/01/2023 ACI President Antonio Nanni discusses new member recruitment and retention, as well as his goal as President: “To Make Concrete Better for Society and Its Industry,” and this means that we all, as professionals and as an organization, must take sustainability seriously. Continue Reading »
04/27/2023 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces its 2023-2024 president, vice president, and four board members. Continue Reading »
04/01/2023 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 »
03/13/2023 ACI will bestow its highest honor – ACI Honorary Membership – on the following individuals at the ACI Concrete Convention April 2-6, 2023: Continue Reading »
03/01/2023 My term as ACI President ends at the conclusion of the Spring Convention in San Francisco, CA, USA, on April 6, 2023. What a year it has been in living up to the Institute’s tagline of “Always advancing!” Continue Reading »
02/21/2023 The Institute has introduced a new self-nomination option for its Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards. Continue Reading »
02/09/2023 In my first President’s Memo, I stated that expediting the acceptance and use of qualified new technologies for the built environment would be a primary objective of my presidency. Subsequently, I highlighted several technologies in a number of President’s Memos last year. This month, I’ll focus on what it takes to bring a new technology to market—based on my active involvement for over 35 years with technology transfer activities for innovative Continue Reading »
02/06/2023 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to host the ACI Concrete Convention in San Francisco, CA, USA, on April 2-6, 2023. Continue Reading »
01/02/2023 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 »
12/06/2022 Starting on October 24 and ending on November 30, 2022, followers of ACI’s social media channels judged and voted for their favorite concrete project entered in the 8th Annual ACI Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards to win the People’s Choice Award. Continue Reading »
11/15/2022 On October 23-27, 2022, the ACI Concrete Convention was attended both in-person and virtually by over 2,500 professionals and students from around the world. Continue Reading »
10/27/2022 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces the availability of a new series of webinars, the ACI Building Officials Webinar Series. The webinar series will focus on highlighted topics specifically for building officials that have been approved for professional development hours from the International Code Council (ICC). Continue Reading »
10/25/2022 Chau Chak Wing Museum receives the Institue's Overall Excellence award. Continue Reading »
10/24/2022 While exhibiting and participating in PROCEMCO in Cartagena, Colombia, the American Concrete Institute (ACI) and the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) were able to formalize their cooperative efforts by signing an International Partnership Agreement (IPA). Continue Reading »
10/19/2022 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to recognize several individuals for their outstanding contributions and dedication to ACI and the concrete industry. Continue Reading »
10/05/2022 The American Concrete Institute hosted an education program, Highlights on ACI new Initiatives; 318PLUS, Sustainability, and Innovation, on June 26, 2022, at The Big 5 Construct in Egypt. Continue Reading »
10/04/2022 Six Young Professionals represented the American Concrete Institute during the Emerging Leaders Alliance (ELA) conference September 26-28, 2022, at The Omni Penn Hotel in Pittsburgh, PA, USA. Continue Reading »
10/03/2022 ACI now has nearly 100 chapters worldwide, helping fulfill ACI’s mission through activities ranging from certification programs to educational sessions. ACI also has over 250 student chapters that offer opportunities to develop leadership skills, network, and learn more about concrete. Continue Reading »
08/15/2022 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) has hired Dean A. Frank to develop programs to assist in supporting the use of nonmetallic reinforcement and reducing carbon emissions in the concrete construction industry. Continue Reading »
07/18/2022 NEx: An ACI Center of Excellence for Nonmetallic Building Materials is eager to announce ExxonMobil Upstream Integrated Solutions Company and ExxonMobil Chemical Company – a division of ExxonMobil Corporation (hereinafter ExxonMobil) as a Gold Supporting Member. ACI and ExxonMobil organizations will work together to help drive NEx’s mission to collaborate globally on the use of nonmetallic building materials to drive research, education.... Continue Reading »
07/06/2022 The ACI Foundation is now accepting applications from graduate and undergraduate students for the 2023-2024 academic year. Continue Reading »
07/05/2022 In Part 1 of this President’s Memo published last month, I noted that proven supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs), such as fly ash, slag cement, silica fume, and high-reactivity metakaolin, are available and are being used to meet carbon-neutral goals of owners and the design community. This month, I’ll explore other options that are available or emerging but are not readily accepted for various reasons. Continue Reading »
06/27/2022 Registration is now open for the Fall ACI Concrete Convention in Dallas, Texas, USA. Continue Reading »
06/14/2022 A generous donor made it possible for the ACI Foundation to establish the Bernard Erlin Memorial Scholarship in memory of ACI Honorary Member Bernard Erlin. Continue Reading »
05/18/2022 Registration is open for the second 24 Hours of Concrete Knowledge, organized by the American Concrete Institute (ACI). Continue Reading »
05/10/2022 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 »
05/03/2022 I’m truly honored and blessed to be the next ACI President—and for history buffs, the 99th and the first from the continent of Africa and, specifically, Ghana. I sincerely appreciate the trust that has been placed in me by the membership, and I humbly pledge to continue and build upon the excellent leadership provided by my immediate predecessors, Past Presidents Cary Kopczynski and Jeff Coleman, the “COVID-19-era Presidents.” Continue Reading »
04/27/2022 On March 9-10, 2022, the American Concrete Institute and the ACI UAE Chapter hosted the ACI Concrete Conference on Innovation in Dubai, UAE. The 2-day conference was held at Address Dubai Mall to over 200 attendees from 12 different countries. Continue Reading »
04/26/2022 The ACI Foundation is pleased to announce the selection of new chair of Trustees— Jeffrey Coleman, election of two new trustees — Khaled Awad and Keith Kesner, and the re-election of an existing trustee — Robert Frosch. Continue Reading »
04/22/2022 New chairs have been announced for the ACI Foundation’s Concrete Innovation Council, Concrete Research Council, and Scholarship Council. Continue Reading »
04/20/2022 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces its 2022-2023 president, vice president, and four board members. Continue Reading »
04/04/2022 According to some studies, the concrete industry is responsible for approximately 7% of greenhouse gases worldwide. Therefore, concrete must play a significant role in a sustainable future. Consistent with its vision, ACI is uniquely positioned to take on this challenge. Continue Reading »
03/17/2022 ACI will bestow its highest honor – ACI Honorary Membership – on the following individuals at the ACI Concrete Convention March 27 – 31, 2022 Continue Reading »
03/01/2022 ACI President Cary S. Kopczynski directs his thoughts to the future: "because envisioning the future is more important than dwelling on the past. What’s done is done. But what’s yet to be created originates from our vision and our willingness to pursue it. So instead of writing about what the Institute has accomplished, as impressive as it is, I decided to explore where it’s going." Continue Reading »
02/17/2022 The American Concrete Institute has announced an additional path for project nomination for their 2022 Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards, making it easier for companies and organizations to achieve recognition for their work. Continue Reading »
02/14/2022 The American Concrete Institute has recently approved a new position statement on the topic of civil/architectural/structural engineering curricula. Continue Reading »
02/08/2022 The request for co-hosts is now open for the 2nd annual 24 Hours of Concrete Knowledge, organized by the American Concrete Institute (ACI). Continue Reading »
02/03/2022 ACI and the ACI Central Florida Chapter are proud to host the ACI Concrete Convention this spring at the Caribe Royale in Orlando, FL, United States, March 27-March 31, 2022. Continue Reading »
01/31/2022 The American Concrete Institute along with the ACI UAE Chapter will co-host the ACI Concrete Conference on Innovation in Dubai, UAE on March 9-10, 2022. Continue Reading »
01/07/2022 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 »
11/30/2021 Earlier this year, the American Concrete Institute launched its digital subscription ACI 318 PLUS. The new subscription provides users with full digital interactive access to ACI CODE-318-19, the ACI Detailing Manual and the numerous design examples in the ACI Reinforced Concrete Design Handbook. Continue Reading »
11/09/2021 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces the second annual 24 Hours of Concrete Knowledge will take place on July 12-13, 2022. Continue Reading »
11/01/2021 The annual ACI Chapter special section in Concrete International is an opportune time to show our appreciation for the work and effort that local members of ACI chapters contribute to the mission of the Institute. Continue Reading »
10/28/2021 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to announce that Keith A. Tosolt and Lacey Stachel have been named Editor-in-Chief and Managing Editor of Concrete International (CI). Continue Reading »
10/27/2021 The ACI Virtual Concrete Convention was attended by over 2,500 professionals and students from around the world. Originally scheduled to take place in Atlanta, GA, USA, as a hybrid event, the convention transitioned to fully virtual to convene leaders and practitioners throughout the concrete industry from October 17-21, 2021. Continue Reading »
10/20/2021 The America Concrete Institute (ACI) showcased dozens of innovative concrete projects from around the world at the ACI Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards. Continue Reading »
10/19/2021 The "Overall Excellence” award was presented to Aldilonda promenade around Bastia fortress, located in Corse-du-Sud, France. 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 (ACI) is pleased to recognize several individuals for their outstanding contributions and dedication to ACI and the concrete industry. Continue Reading »
10/06/2021 ACI and the ACI Georgia Chapter are proud to host the ACI Virtual Concrete Convention on October 17-21, 2021. The ACI Virtual Concrete Convention is the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete knowledge. Continue Reading »
10/06/2021 Ten Young Professionals represented the American Concrete Institute during the Emerging Leaders Alliance (ELA) conference September 26-29, 2021, at The Omni Penn Hotel in Pittsburgh, PA, USA. Continue Reading »
10/06/2021 The American Concrete Institute recently sponsored and attended the International Code Council 2021 Annual Conference. The ICC Annual Conference was held in Pittsburgh, PA, USA, on September 18-21, 2021, and included 1,100 registered attendees and code officials from across the United States. Continue Reading »
10/01/2021 ACI President Cary S. Kopczynski discusses how people and organizations need resiliency to cope with unexpected events. Through cohesion and technology, the value ACI delivers to members will grow. Continue Reading »
09/09/2021 Engineers, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material representatives will convene virtually from October 17-21, 2021, at the ACI Concrete Convention, the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete. Originally scheduled as a hybrid event in Atlanta, GA, and online, the event will now be fully virtual. Continue Reading »
08/04/2021 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) recently hosted the first ever 24 Hours of Concrete Knowledge Conference along with ACI international chapters and partners. Continue Reading »
08/02/2021 As the global pandemic recedes and we slowly return to normal life and business operations, it‘s important to reflect on the lessons we can learn from the adversity we all endured. How can we strengthen ourselves, ACI, and our industry? Continue Reading »
07/19/2021 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to announce that Rex C. Donahey, Ph.D., will serve as the Institute’s inaugural Director of Innovative Concrete Technology. In this newly created position, Donahey will be responsible for actively providing outreach by the Institute to trade organizations, companies, and individuals to attract emerging technologies for development within ACI. Continue Reading »
07/14/2021 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 »
07/06/2021 The ACI Foundation announces that applications are now being accepted from graduate and undergraduate students for the 2022-2023 academic year. Four new fellowships and two new scholarships have been added, bringing the total of annual awards available up to 32. Continue Reading »
06/29/2021 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 »
06/07/2021 The American Concrete Institute was pleased to have been the sponsor of the International Code Council’s 41st annual Building Safety Month. The event is an international campaign celebrated to raise awareness about building safety and took place throughout May 2021. Continue Reading »
06/01/2021 We look forward to your help in embracing the younger generation of designers, builders, and engineers. Your involvement will contribute toward expanding knowledge over broad areas of concrete construction, propelling research in new and innovative areas of concrete, and informing some of the world’s most important building codes and standards. Continue Reading »
05/12/2021 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) along with ACI international chapters and partners will host “24 Hours of Concrete Knowledge,” a free conference that will bring the worldwide concrete community together. The conference is for everyone interested in learning more about concrete, from everywhere in the world. Continue Reading »
05/06/2021 The American Concrete Institute will be hosting the ACI Concrete Conference on Fiber-Reinforced Polymers virtually on June 1-2, 2021. The event will consist of six hours of technical presentations presented by industry experts over the course of two days. The conference will run from 8:00 AM EDT to 11:00 AM EDT June 1-2, 2021. Continue Reading »
05/05/2021 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to be sponsoring the International Code Council’s 41st annual Building Safety Month. Building Safety Month is an international campaign celebrated in May to raise awareness about building safety. Continue Reading »
05/05/2021 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 »
04/28/2021 The American Concrete Institute has recently approved three new position statements on the topics of construction volume, public good, and workforce development. The Institute now has a total of twelve position statements on various topics supporting policy positions along with state, federal, and international programs, rules, and regulations. Continue Reading »
04/26/2021 The ACI Foundation is pleased to announce the election of a new trustee — Jeffrey Coleman, and the re-election of two existing trustees — Michael J. Paul, and William E. Rushing. The ACI Foundation is honored to have these outstanding individuals continue the work of the ACI Foundation. Continue Reading »
04/14/2021 Advancing Organizational Excellence (AOE) has been announced as the Presenting Sponsor for the seventh-annual ACI Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards Gala, scheduled for Monday, October 18, 2021, during the ACI Concrete Convention in Atlanta, GA, USA. Continue Reading »
04/14/2021 The American Concrete Institute is proud to celebrate National Volunteer Week, April 18-24, 2021. National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to thank the countless volunteers who keep many organizations running, communities safe, and provide services that otherwise would not exist without volunteers. Continue Reading »
04/12/2021 Organized by the American Concrete Institute (ACI) and co-hosted by ACI’s International Chapters and Partners, 24 Hours of Concrete Knowledge brings to the worldwide concrete community a conference for anyone interested in learning more about concrete, from everywhere in the world. Continue Reading »
04/02/2021 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces its 2021-2022 president, vice president, and four board members. Cary S. Kopczynski has been elected to serve as president of the Institute for 2021-2022, Antonio Nanni has been elected ACI vice president for a two-year term, and Charles K. Nmai is now the Institute’s senior vice president. Continue Reading »
04/01/2021 The new ACI 318 PLUS annual subscription provides users with convenient digital interactive access to ACI CODE-318-19 along with in-document access to related resources and enhanced digital search features through all code provisions and commentary. Continue Reading »
04/01/2021 The ACI Virtual Concrete Convention offered a variety of programs and resources for students pursuing careers in the concrete industry. ACI now has more than 16,000 student members and 240+ student chapters. Continue Reading »
03/29/2021 ACI India Chapter is excited to announce the upcoming 4th R.N. Raikar Memorial International Conference on December 10-11, 2021. The event will cover Advances in Concrete: Materials, Design and Construction. Continue Reading »
03/17/2021 The ACI Guatemala Chapter and international partner ICCG (Instituto del Cemento y del Concreto de Guatemala) hosted a virtual Student Chapter Roundtable on March 5, 2021. Continue Reading »
03/16/2021 Nearly 100 students and teachers from around the Erbil-Kurdistan region of Iraq participated in an FRC Bowling Ball Competition on March 8, 2021, at Tishk International University. Continue Reading »
03/03/2021 ACI will bestow its highest honor – ACI Honorary Membership – on six individuals at the ACI Virtual Concrete Convention March 28 – April 1, 2021. ACI is grateful to all its Honorary Members for their extraordinary contributions. Continue Reading »
03/01/2021 The American Concrete Institute has launched ACI 318 PLUS – an entirely new annual subscription that provides users with convenient digital interactive access to ACI CODE-318-19, Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary, along with in-document access to related resources, robust digital notetaking, and enhanced search. Continue Reading »
03/01/2021 President Jeffrey W. Coleman states: "ACI has navigated the COVID-19 storm. We have continued “Always Advancing.” We have demonstrated organizational resilience and durability. Finally, we have learned that by using virtual platforms, we can engage more members than ever before and in a way that will likely change our operations in the future. Thank you for the opportunity to serve." Continue Reading »
02/15/2021 This featured session titled Legal Issues in Concrete Construction – Lessons Learned is moderated by ACI President Jeffrey W. Coleman, and will bring together individuals with extensive experience in litigation related to concrete construction to share their experiences as lawyers, expert witnesses, and engineers. Continue Reading »
02/15/2021 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 »
02/01/2021 As ACI President, one of the great honors of the office is representing the Institute at meetings and events, both domestically and internationally. Our symbiotic relationships with other international organizations help us work toward the common goal of improving concrete technology throughout the world. Continue Reading »
01/15/2021 Over the last six years, the ACI Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards has grown into the Institute’s premier international project awards program. Celebrating concrete excellence from around the world, the awards provide a platform to recognize concrete projects at the forefront of innovation and technology. Continue Reading »
01/14/2021 The American Concrete Institute and International Concrete Repair Institute have published an updated “Guide to the Code for Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures.” Continue Reading »
01/07/2021 The American Concrete Institute announces that the ACI Virtual Concrete Convention will be held March 28-April 1, 2021. Originally scheduled as an in-person event in Baltimore, MD, USA, this 100% virtual event will provide ease for participation from anywhere around the world while prioritizing attendee safety. Continue Reading »
01/06/2021 To provide additional knowledge resources to members, the American Concrete Institute launched new member benefits beginning January 1, 2021. Continue Reading »
01/05/2021 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 »
12/08/2020 ACI 318 PLUS is an entirely new annual subscription that provides users with convenient digital interactive access to ACI 318-19 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary, along with in-document access to related resources and enhanced digital search features through all code provisions and commentary. Continue Reading »
12/04/2020 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) Philippines Chapter and Philippine Constructors Association (PCA), an ACI International Partner, are launching the Philippines Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards to recognize outstanding concrete projects in the Philippines. Continue Reading »
11/25/2020 The American Concrete Institute, with support from the ACI UAE Chapter and the ACI Saudi Arabian Chapter, Eastern Province, hosted the ACI Concrete Conference on Sustainability & Durability 16-17 November 2020. Continue Reading »
11/25/2020 Signed by Director General, H.E. Thabit Salim Al Turaifi, with the approval of the Sharjah Executive Council, this new agreement formalizes the desire to collaboratively develop and disseminate information on concrete and concrete structures. Continue Reading »
11/02/2020 I would like to thank ACI President Jeffrey W. Coleman for providing me the opportunity to discuss the ACI Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards. I hope you were able to join us for this year's Gala, held during the Fall ACI Virtual Concrete Convention. Continue Reading »
10/30/2020 The recent ACI Virtual Concrete Convention attracted a record attendance of 2,937 professionals and students from around the world, continuing the tradition as the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete. Continue Reading »
10/27/2020 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announced the winners of the 2020 Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards, who were honored during the Institute’s Virtual Concrete Convention, on October 26, 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 »
09/24/2020 Jeffrey W. Coleman, ACI 2020-2021 president, chats about the upcoming ACI Virtual Concrete Convention, October 25-29, 2020. “I’d like to see us achieve the highest attendance ever,” says Coleman, “and I think that’s possible” Continue Reading »
09/21/2020 Advancing Organizational Excellence (AOE), an ACI subsidiary, recently received several marketing awards for its crisis communication plans in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue Reading »
09/03/2020 n lieu of the cancellation of the 2020 Emerging Leaders Alliance Conference, the ELA Partners and trainers will be presenting a week-long FREE virtual leadership training for young professionals on September 21-25, 2020. Continue Reading »
09/02/2020 The ACI Foundation selected Emparanza as the 2019-2020 ACI Presidents’ Fellowship recipient. He decided in high school to make construction his career because of all the encouragement he was given growing up. Continue Reading »
09/02/2020 Donations to the ACI Foundation by William (Bill) Maloney and Roger S. Johnston are just two examples of the generosity of both corporate and individual donors. Every donation, small or large, enables funding for scholarships and fellowships, and moves the concrete industry forward through research. Continue Reading »
08/06/2020 The American Concrete Institute recently hosted the first ACI Middle East Student Forum in partnership with the ACI UAE Chapter and several student chapters from six different countries. Continue Reading »
07/16/2020 The ACI Foundation has announced the establishment of The Advancing Organizational Excellence Fellowship. The new fellowship, sponsored by Advancing Organizational Excellence (AOE), honors Wendy O. Ward, a member of the AOE team for more than 10 years. Continue Reading »
07/06/2020 The American Concrete Institute has transitioned the ACI Concrete Convention from an in-person event in Raleigh, NC, USA, October 25-29, 2020, to a 100% virtual event. Continue Reading »
07/01/2020 The ACI Foundation announces that applications are now being accepted from students for its Middle East & North Africa Fellowship for the 2021-2022 academic year. Continue Reading »
07/01/2020 The ACI Foundation announces that applications are now being accepted from graduate and undergraduate students for the 2021-2022 academic year. Three new fellowships and one new undergraduate scholarship have been added to the program. Continue Reading »
06/09/2020 Engineers, students, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material representatives from around the world attend the ACI Concrete Convention. This year’s convention will be held at the Raleigh Convention Center, Raleigh Marriott, and Raleigh Sheraton, Raleigh, NC, USA, October 25-29, 2020. Continue Reading »
04/14/2020 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the International Code Council’s 40th annual Building Safety Month. Building Safety Month is an international campaign celebrated in May to raise awareness about building safety. Continue Reading »
04/08/2020 In support of the American Concrete Institute’s mission, ACI has recently published three new position statements. These position statements support policy positions along with state, federal, and international programs, rules, and regulations. Continue Reading »
04/02/2020 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces its 2020-2021 president, vice president, and four board members. Jeffrey W. Coleman has been elected to serve as president of the Institute for 2020-2021, Charles K. Nmai has been elected ACI vice president for a two-year term, and Cary S. Kopczynski is now the Institute’s senior vice president, which is also a two-year term. Continue Reading »
04/01/2020 Long before ACI adopted our tagline of "Always Advancing," the Institute was called upon to help other industry associations grow and prosper. Continue Reading »
03/19/2020 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is offering a new on-demand learning course to focus on ACI 318-19, Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary. Continue Reading »
03/09/2020 ACI has announced its 2020 ACI Honorary Members. Continue Reading »
03/04/2020 ACI Illinois Chapter hosted a Fiber-Reinforced Concrete Bowling Ball Competition at their certification training center in Elmhurst, IL, on February 8, 2020. Continue Reading »
03/03/2020 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to be hosting the ACI Concrete Convention in Rosemont/Chicago, IL, USA, in just a few weeks. ACI is monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and how it may affect the convention. Continue Reading »
02/19/2020 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) has partnered with the Institute of Concrete Technology (ICT) to develop the first British Standards/European Norms-based ACI certification program, ACI-ICT EN Standards Concrete Field Testing Technician. Continue Reading »
02/13/2020 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is offering a new series of seminars to focus on the new ACI 318-19, Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary. The seminars will feature face-to-face interaction with highly recognized speakers. Continue Reading »
02/11/2020 Some of the winning teams from a Concrete Bowling Ball Competition at the FC&PA Headquarters in Orlando, FL, USA, will go on to the ACI international competition which will be held at the Spring 2020 ACI Concrete Convention in Rosemont/Chicago, IL, USA. Continue Reading »
02/07/2020 The American Concrete Institute recently completed a successful series of six seminars in South America focused on the new ACI 318-19, Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary. Continue Reading »
02/05/2020 In support of the American Concrete Institute’s mission, ACI has recently published its first six position statements. These position statements support policy positions, and state, federal, and international programs, rules, and regulations. Continue Reading »
01/30/2020 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to announce the recipients of the ACI Certification Award and the ACI Construction Award. Continue Reading »
01/22/2020 The Taiwan Concrete Institute (TCI) held the 2nd student fiber-reinforced bowling ball competition, co-sponsored by ACI Taiwan Chapter and National Taiwan University of Science and Technology (NTUST), on November 29, 2019 in Taipei, Taiwan. Continue Reading »
01/14/2020 Building Safety Month (BSM) is an international campaign spearheaded by the International Code Council (ICC) that takes place in May to raise awareness about building safety. Continue Reading »
01/13/2020 The ACI Foundation awarded the first Middle East Fellowship to Nancy Kachouh for the 2019-2020 academic year, and she felt honored to be the recipient. Continue Reading »
01/10/2020 ACI and the ACI Illinois Chapter are proud to host the ACI Concrete Convention this spring at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Rosemont/Chicago, IL, United States, March 29-April 2, 2020. The convention is the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete knowledge. Continue Reading »
01/03/2020 The TIU student chapter of ACI organized a Fiber-Reinforced Concrete (FRC) Bowling Ball Competition in cooperation with ACI Iraq Chapter on December 19, 2019 at Tishk International University Erbil Campus, Erbil, Iraq. Continue Reading »
01/02/2020 ACI and universities need to make a significant effort to better educate engineers on the strut-and-tie method, especially in the detailing of nodal regions, and practicing engineers need to step up and learn the method. Continue Reading »
12/16/2019 The American Concrete Institute is offering a series of seminars in South America, Central America and Mexico with a focus on the new ACI 318-19, Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary. Continue Reading »
12/12/2019 Known globally as the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete, ACI will host its popular convention in Rosemont/Chicago, IL, USA, March 29-April 2, 2020. Continue Reading »
12/11/2019 ACI and Jordan Concrete Association, in collaboration with the Royal Scientific Society and Jordan Engineers Association, hosted the ACI Concrete Conference on Materials & Design, 17-18 November, 2019, in Amman, Jordan. Continue Reading »
12/11/2019 The American Concrete Institute and the ACI UAE Chapter hosted a day-long education program at the Big 5 Show in Dubai, UAE, November 25-28, 2019. Continue Reading »
12/05/2019 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 »
11/01/2019 Where is ACI going to find its next generation of members? This question about where to find workers is asked in all types of businesses in the construction industry. There is no easy answer, but ACI and the construction industry must continue to develop membership and leadership for the next generation. 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 »
10/21/2019 Convention attendees from around the world gathered for ACI’s International Forum on Sunday, October 20, 2019, at The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Cincinnati, OH, USA. ACI Vice President Jeffrey W. Coleman welcomed attendees. Continue Reading »
10/20/2019 The workshop took place on the first day of The Concrete Convention and Exposition, in Cincinnati, OH, USA, October 19, 2019. Continue Reading »
10/19/2019 The International Organization for Standardization’s (ISO) technical committee 71 on “Concrete, Reinforced Concrete, and Prestressed Concrete” and it’s subcommittees met in Birmingham, Michigan, USA, near ACI’s World Headquarters on October 14-17, 2019. Continue Reading »
10/15/2019 Under the patronage of HRH Princess Sumaya Bint Al Hassan, the American Concrete Institute (ACI) and Jordan Concrete Association, in collaboration with the Royal Scientific Society and Jordan Engineers Association, announce the ACI Concrete Conference on Materials & Design to be held 17-18 November, 2019, in Amman, Jordan. 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 »
10/02/2019 ACI President Randall Poston discusses how interactions on his travels strongly support the notion that ACI is viewed as one of the premier organizations, not only with respect to concrete, but in all of the construction industry. Continue Reading »
09/03/2019 ACI President Randall Poston discusses possible improvements to the ACI Structural Journal and the ACI Materials Journal. Continue Reading »
08/15/2019 More than 2,000 engineers, students, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material representatives from around the world will convene at the Duke Energy Convention Center and Hyatt Regency Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH, USA, October 20-24, 2019, to collaborate on concrete codes, specifications, and practices. Continue Reading »
08/12/2019 The American Concrete Institute is offering a new series of seminars to focus on the new ACI 318-19, Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary. Continue Reading »
08/07/2019 ACI President Randall Poston discusses the new ACI 318-19 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete, which contains some of the most significant technical changes since the 1971 Code. Continue Reading »
08/07/2019 The new ACI 318-19 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete includes major technical changes in higher reinforcing steel yield strengths, the addition of shotcrete and deep foundation provisions, and much more. Continue Reading »
08/05/2019 The American Concrete Institute announces that ACI 318-19 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete is now available in print and digital formats. Now with full-color illustrations to improve clarity, ACI 318-19 includes major technical changes in higher reinforcing steel yield strengths, the addition of shotcrete and deep foundation provisions, and much more. Continue Reading »
07/02/2019 As part of the Second International Interactive Symposium on Ultra-High Performance Concrete (UHPC), a companion student competition was held to grow interest in the area of UHPC among engineering and architecture students. Continue Reading »
07/02/2019 The ACI Foundation announces that applications are now being accepted from graduate and undergraduate students for its 2020-2021 fellowships and scholarships. Continue Reading »
07/01/2019 ACI President Randall Poston discusses the work and history of ACI Committee 318 over the last 100 years. Continue Reading »
06/27/2019 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) recently sponsored and gave presentations at the Future Concrete Conference hosted by Advanced Construction Technology Services (ACTS) and the ACI Kuwait Chapter in Kuwait City, Kuwait. Continue Reading »
06/24/2019 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces that ACI 562-19 Code Requirements for Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures and Commentary is now available in print and digital formats. Continue Reading »
06/19/2019 ACI and the Greater Miami Valley Chapter – ACI are proud to host the ACI Convention this fall at the Duke Energy Convention Center and Hyatt Regency Cincinnati in Cincinnati, OH, USA, October 20-24, 2019. Continue Reading »
05/17/2019 Nearly 350 students from 20 Guatemalan universities met for the one-and- a-half day conference that included keynote presentations from local and international concrete experts—and a concrete football competition. Continue Reading »
04/02/2019 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) recently introduced its 2019-2020 president, vice president, and four board members during The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Quebec City, QC, Canada. Continue Reading »
04/01/2019 ACI Executive Vice President Ron Burg discusses efforts that will ensure that ACI remains relevant, financially strong, and attractive and responsive to our membership today, in 2030, and beyond. Continue Reading »
03/27/2019 For the 50th Anniversary of the local Chapter, a collective team of more than 100 persons has been assembling, during four years, the information on several important projects that by their scale and their innovation represent important milestones. Continue Reading »
03/25/2019 “Hebron Offshore Concrete Gravity-Based Structure: Novel Design and Construction Techniques” was one of several presentations kicking off the first part of a two-part session titled “Offshore and Marine Concrete Structures: Past, Present, and Future,” at The Concrete Convention and Exposition, in Québec City, QC, Canada, on March 25, 2019. Continue Reading »
03/25/2019 ACI Committee S-802 Teaching Methods & Educational Materials sponsored two sessions targeting faculty and young professionals on Monday, March 25, 2019 during The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Quebec City, QC, Canada. Continue Reading »
03/24/2019 Speakers from ACI Chapters and concrete associations around the world gathered for the International Forum at The Concrete Convention and Exposition. Continue Reading »
03/21/2019 The Florida Concrete & Products Association (FC&PA) held its 6th Annual Concrete Bowling Ball Competition on Friday, March 1, 2019 at FC&PA Headquarters. The FC&PA Education Committee works in connection with the ACI Student Competition and ACI Committee - S801 Student Competitions to bring regional competitions to Florida. Continue Reading »
03/01/2019 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 »
02/14/2019 The American Concrete Institute has submitted multiple code change proposals to reference ACI standards in the model building codes developed by the International Code Council (ICC). Proposals will be considered during the ICC Committee Action Hearings to be held in Albuquerque, NM, USA, April 28 – May 8, 2019. Continue Reading »
02/13/2019 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 »
01/30/2019 ACI will bestow its highest honor – ACI Honorary Membership – on the following individuals at The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Québec City, QC, Canada, March 24-28, 2019: Continue Reading »
01/24/2019 ACI and the Québec and Eastern Ontario Chapter-ACI are proud to host the ACI Convention this spring at the Québec City Convention Centre and Hilton Québec in Québec City, Québec, Canada, March 24-28, 2019. The ACI Convention is the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete knowledge. Continue Reading »
01/17/2019 Nearly 2,000 engineers, architects, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material representatives from around the world will convene at the Québec City Convention Centre and Hilton Québec Hotel, Québec City, QC, Canada, March 24-March 28, 2019. Continue Reading »
01/15/2019 The ACI Chapter Activities department held the Dubai Chapter Roundtable on January 6, 2019 prior to the celebration for the ACI regional office celebration in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Continue Reading »
01/10/2019 The new office will serve as a vehicle for increasing awareness of regional concrete design and construction practices, in addition to strengthening strategic relationships and increasing access to the Institute’s consensus-based technical and educational resources. Continue Reading »
01/07/2019 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces the opening of its regional office in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The grand opening celebration on January 6, 2019, marked the Institute’s first physical presence outside of the United States since its inception in 1904. Continue Reading »
01/02/2019 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 »
12/17/2018 The American Concrete Institute expects to publish “ACI 318-19: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete,” in 2019. The new edition will be the first since the reorganized format was published in 2014 and will include new and updated code provisions along with updated color illustrations for clarity. Continue Reading »
11/01/2018 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 »
10/31/2018 International cooperation resulted in success for a new Concrete Field Testing Technician certification program based on British Standards/European Norms (BS/EN). Continue Reading »
10/16/2018 Students from across the globe assembled for the ACI Student Forum held Monday, October 15, 2018 during The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. 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 »
10/14/2018 The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Las Vegas, NV, USA, recently hosted speakers from ACI Chapters and concrete associations from around the world. Continue Reading »
08/14/2018 The American Concrete Institute announces that the Ohio Building Code now references ACI 562 Code Requirements for Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures. Continue Reading »
08/08/2018 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 »
08/03/2018 Thirty-five years ago, ACI’s first certification program was launched - the Concrete Field Testing Technician program. Since that time, more than 550,000 craftsmen, technicians, inspectors, and other concrete professionals have pursued ACI Certifications, Continue Reading »
06/19/2018 The American Concrete Institute’s Annual Chapter Leadership Training Program was held May 22 – 21, 2018. Numerous chapters from around the globe were in attendance representing 18 domestic and six international local chapters. Continue Reading »
06/15/2018 The ACI Concrete Convention and Exposition attracts more than 2,000 engineers, architects, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material representatives from around the world. Attendees will convene at the Rio All-Suites Hotel, Las Vegas, NV, USA, October 14-18. Continue Reading »
06/08/2018 In an effort to ensure proper concrete testing and support safe concrete construction practices, two new amendments to the Georgia Building Code now require ACI Certification. Continue Reading »
06/01/2018 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 »
05/01/2018 ACI President David A. Lange discusses ACI's noble cause that draws us together as a community with common purpose. It is noble because at the end of the day, we are all working to advance the quality of life of people all around the world. Continue Reading »
05/01/2018 The American Concrete Institute hosted the ACI Concrete Essentials Seminar Series at the Big 5 Heavy Show in Dubai, UAE, March 26-27, 2018. Continue Reading »
04/30/2018 The ACI Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2018-2019 Fellowships and Scholarships. Funded by generous donors and industry partners, a total of $155,000 in academic stipends was awarded to 19 deserving students from 17 different universities across North America. Continue Reading »
04/19/2018 The American Concrete Institute recently hosted seminars on ACI 562-16: "Code Requirements for Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures and Commentary” in Amman, Jordan: Dubai, UAE; and Doha, Qatar, with great success for attendees. Continue Reading »
04/12/2018 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) introduced its 2018-2019 president, vice president, and four board members during The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Salt Lake City, UT, USA, last month. Continue Reading »
04/12/2018 Leaders of the Saudi Building Code National Committee (SBCNC) recently entered into an agreement with the American Concrete Institute to cooperate towards a better understanding and use of concrete and cementitious materials in civil infrastructure. Continue Reading »
04/10/2018 Students from around the world participated in the ACI 2018 Fiber-Reinforced Concrete Bowling Ball Student Competition, that took place at The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Salt Lake City, USA. Continue Reading »
04/03/2018 ACI hosted a Concrete Quality Technical Manager Exam session at The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Salt Lake City, UT, on Wednesday, March 28, 2018. Continue Reading »
03/26/2018 ACI awardees are being recognized all this week at The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Salt Lake City, UT, USA, & attendees heard keynote speaker Nick Tasler on the science of decision making at the opening session. Continue Reading »
03/25/2018 The International Forum took place at The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Salt Lake City, UT, USA, March 25, 2018. Continue Reading »
03/25/2018 Professor Koichi Maekawa, Professor at the Department of Civil Engineering, University of Tokyo, Japan, gave a special lunch presentation at The Concrete Convention and Exposition, Salt Lake City, UT, USA, March 25, 2018. Continue Reading »
03/24/2018 The Intermountain Chapter of ACI is hosting the ACI Spring Concrete Convention, and they are excited to bring you a wide range of sessions and networking opportunities, with presentations by concrete industry experts. Continue Reading »
03/16/2018 Wondering When the Next ACI 318 Will be Published? Due to changes in the International Code Council’s schedule for reviewing and publishing the International Building Code, a new version of ACI 318 is on track to be published in Summer 2019. Continue Reading »
03/15/2018 ACI is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the International Code Council’s 2018 Building Safety Month. Continue Reading »
03/07/2018 An International Partnership Agreement between the Spanish Structural Engineering Association (Asociación Española de Ingeniería Estructural) and the American Concrete Institute was recently completed, as part of an international initiative to seek opportunities to advance global outreach. Continue Reading »
03/01/2018 Writing this, my last presidential memo, is bittersweet. As your outgoing ACI President, I would like to reflect on the major milestones our Institute crossed this year—accomplishments that I believe will have a great impact on its future and on the future of our industry. Continue Reading »
02/28/2018 Universities in Florida and Illinois hosted regional FRC Bowling Ball Competitions for local university students in their state. Continue Reading »
02/22/2018 The American Concrete Institute has designated 70 universities with the ACI Award for University Student Activities. Continue Reading »
02/13/2018 The ACI Concrete Essentials Seminar Series will take place at the Big 5 Heavy Show in Dubai, UAE, March 26-27, 2018. Continue Reading »
02/08/2018 As part of its international initiative to seek opportunities to advance global outreach, ACI announces that an International Partnership Agreement with the Egyptian Engineers Syndicate was recently completed. Continue Reading »
02/07/2018 "Concrete Elevated" is the theme for The Concrete Convention and Exposition, taking place at the Grand America and Little America Hotels in Salt Lake City, UT, USA, March 25-29, 2018. Continue Reading »
01/30/2018 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 »
01/29/2018 The American Concrete Institute is accepting project submissions for the 2018 Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards through Monday, April 2, 2018. Continue Reading »
01/08/2018 ACI recently signed an International Partnership Agreement with the Indonesian Society of Civil and Structural Engineers (HAKI). Continue Reading »
01/04/2018 Based on feedback indicating preference for immediate, digital access to information, ACI has structured its improved individual membership benefits around immediate digital access to ACI’s practices, while providing substantial discounts to add digital access to ACI’s codes and specifications, too. Continue Reading »
01/03/2018 To all ACI members and partners, I extend well wishes and hope for continuing success in the new year. The feeling of renewal and repurpose fostered by ringing in a new year resonates worldwide. Continue Reading »
01/03/2018 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to announce new individual membership benefits. With these new additions to ACI’s individual membership benefits, members can join the ACI community while also getting more of the tools they need to stay informed, learn, and do their jobs. Continue Reading »
01/03/2018 ACI International Partners provide access to a variety of concrete-related resources through the International Concrete Abstracts Portal. Continue Reading »
12/28/2017 More than 2,000 engineers, architects, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material representatives from around the world are expected to convene at the The Grand America Hotel & The Little America Hotel, Salt Lake City, UT, USA, March 25-29, 2018, to collaborate on concrete codes, specifications, and practices. Continue Reading »
12/18/2017 As the year end approaches, I’d like to thank you for supporting ACI, advancing our industry, and embracing ACI’s newly expanded mission. Looking forward, I am pleased to share details about some new and exciting membership additions coming in January. Continue Reading »
12/13/2017 The American Concrete Institute announces that it will host the ACI Concrete Essentials Seminar Series at the Big 5 Heavy Show in Dubai, UAE, March 26-27, 2018. The two-day seminar series will give participants an in-depth look into topics including concrete repair, self-consolidating concrete, mass concrete, and more. Continue Reading »
12/06/2017 The American Concrete Institute announces that its mission has been expanded to reflect its proactive approach to advocating the global adoption of ACI standards. Continue Reading »
12/01/2017 In last month's Memo, I shared a few of my observations regarding the impact of the Strategic Development Council (SDC) of the ACI Foundation. The recent SDC technology forum event, held last September in Reston, VA, was truly inspiring. The SDC Board usually meets the evening before the 2-day meeting starts and I had the privilege to attend. Continue Reading »
11/22/2017 World of Concrete will take place January 23-26, 2018, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. ACI will be exhibiting at the event and speaking specifically about ACI certification and membership. Continue Reading »
10/26/2017 ACI recently traveled to Malaysia for discussions on the launch of ACI Certification Concrete Flatwork Finisher and Technician program in the area. The program is a collaborative effort between the Academy of Concrete Technology and the ACI Malaysia Chapter. Continue Reading »
10/19/2017 The Concrete Convention and Exposition, held in Anaheim, CA, USA, October 15-19, 2017, attracted a record number of attendees – 2,235 to be exact. Continue Reading »
10/17/2017 The impact of civil engineering on the environment before and after natural disasters were key themes at the ACI Student Forum held during The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Anaheim, CA, USA on October 16, 2017. 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 »
10/15/2017 Seismic Resistance of Concrete Structures Using FRP Materials was one of several sessions at the 13th International Symposium on Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Reinforcement of Concrete Structures. The symposium kicked off The Concrete Convention and Exposition, in Anaheim, CA, USA, October 14, 2017. Continue Reading »
10/15/2017 Students from around the globe traveled to The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Anaheim, CA, USA, to participate in two student competitions. Continue Reading »
10/15/2017 Speakers from ACI chapters and concrete associations in ten countries traveled to The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Anaheim, CA, USA, October 15, 2017, to meet and learn with other industry professionals from around the world at the international forum. Continue Reading »
10/14/2017 Gathering and sharing information on the development and application of concrete design standards throughout the Americas and beyond was the focus of the ACI International Workshop on Structural Concrete: Technology Advancement and Adoption in the Americas. Continue Reading »
10/02/2017 The Americas are the larger home for ACI, not only because of geography but also due to many other synergies, namely cultural and linguistic ones. The Americas inject our membership with youth, a strong interest in our publications, and great recognition of ACI as the global authority in concrete. It is only fitting for ACI to invest resources in its second home. Continue Reading »
09/19/2017 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 »
09/15/2017 Due to increasing demand and growing popularity for ACI Certification programs, the American Concrete Institute has created a new graphic for organizations and individuals to show their support for ACI Certification. Continue Reading »
09/13/2017 ACI attended the International Code Council (ICC) Annual Conference on September 10-13, 2017, in Columbus, Ohio, USA. ICC is a member-focused association dedicated to developing model codes and standards used in the design, build, and compliance process to construct safe, sustainable, and affordable structures. Continue Reading »
08/02/2017 Making Connections is the theme for The Concrete Convention and Exposition, taking place at the Disneyland Hotel, Anaheim, CA, USA, October 15-19, 2017. The Southern California Chapter of ACI is proud to host the convention this fall, as an opportunity to showcase the companies, projects, current events, and landmarks that inspired the convention theme. Continue Reading »
08/01/2017 The American Concrete Institute announces the availability of $50,000 USD for student teams from international universities to participate in the Fiber-Reinforced Concrete Bowling Ball Competition during the ACI Concrete Convention & Exposition in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA, on March 25-29, 2018. Continue Reading »
07/31/2017 A delegation from Vietnam led by Dr. Le Quang Hung, Vice Minister of the Ministry of Construction, recently visited ACI Headquarters, which resulted in the signing of an agreement to translate the ACI 318 Building Code and several other ACI technical documents into Vietnamese. Continue Reading »
07/28/2017 More than 2,000 engineers, architects, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material representatives from around the world are expected to convene at the Disneyland® Hotel and Disney's Paradise Pier® Hotel, Anaheim, CA, USA, October 15-19, 2017, to collaborate on concrete codes, specifications and standards. Continue Reading »
07/11/2017 Leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council Standardization Organization recently entered into an agreement with the American Concrete Institute to cooperate towards a better understanding and use of concrete and cementitious materials in civil infrastructure. Continue Reading »
06/27/2017 Tickets are now available for the American Concrete Institute’s third annual Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards Gala taking place during the Fall Concrete Convention & Exposition in Anaheim, CA, USA. Continue Reading »
06/05/2017 As part of its international initiative to seek opportunities to advance global outreach, ACI announces that an International Partnership Agreement with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) was recently completed. Continue Reading »
06/01/2017 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 »
05/31/2017 Prof. David A. Lange, ACI Vice President, gave a keynote lecture as an ACI Ambassador Speaker at the International Conference on Advances in Sustainable Construction Materials & Civil Engineering Systems (ASCMCES-17) in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, on 18-20 April 2017. Continue Reading »
04/25/2017 May is Building Safety Month, organized by the International Code Council. As a major sponsor, ACI supports the organizers’ statement - “All communities need building codes to protect their citizens from disasters like fires, weather-related events, and structural collapse.” Continue Reading »
04/10/2017 ACI recently formalized International Partnership Agreements with the Jordan Concrete Association, and the Mongolian Concrete Association. Continue Reading »
04/07/2017 Representatives from International Union of Laboratories and Experts in Construction Materials, Systems and Structures (RILEM), recently visited ACI Headquarters to find out more about ACI activities, and opportunities for closer cooperation. Continue Reading »
03/31/2017 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 »
03/31/2017 Student speakers representing eight domestic and international universities participated in the first ever ACI Student Forum at The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Detroit, MI, USA, March 27, 2017. Continue Reading »
03/27/2017 Speakers from ACI chapters and concrete associations in nine countries traveled to meet and learn with other industry professionals from around the world. Continue Reading »
03/25/2017 Be ready this week at The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Detroit, MI, USA, for a busy schedule of international concrete industry experts presenting technical and educational sessions that will provide you with the latest research, case studies, best practices, and the opportunity to earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Continue Reading »
03/01/2017 Mike Schneider reflects on his year as ACI President, including his presidential objective "to strengthen the relationship between chapters, Institute members, and staff," and the workforce of the future. Continue Reading »
02/27/2017 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 »
02/02/2017 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 »
02/01/2017 Students and young professionals are critical to the continued success of any organization. ACI President Mike Schneider discusses the tremendous opportunities for young professionals (millennials). "Today's young members are the future of our industry, and it is our responsibility to provide them with meaningful and informative engagements in ACI." Continue Reading »
02/01/2017 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to announce that Kanette Worlds has been promoted to Student, Faculty, and Young Professional Activities Coordinator. She began working for the American Concrete Institute in 2015, focusing on marketing outreach, building relationships, and improving two-way communication between ACI and its 200-plus domestic and international chapters. Continue Reading »
01/31/2017 Detroit is the location for the next ACI Concrete Convention and Exposition. ACI will hold over 300 committee meetings, 30+ technical sessions, an industry trade exhibition, networking events, and more. Continue Reading »
01/26/2017 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 »
01/18/2017 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 »
01/12/2017 Nearly 2,000 engineers, architects, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material representatives from around the world will convene at the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center in Detroit, MI, USA, March 26-March 30, 2017, to collaborate on concrete codes, specifications and standards. Continue Reading »
01/09/2017 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to announce the promotion of Danielle R. Harris to International Marketing Coordinator, as ACI accelerates efforts to connect with individuals and organizations around the world. Continue Reading »
01/03/2017 ACI President Mike Schneider focuses on ACI's global endeavors, Industry Critical Technologies, and how ACI is truly committed to an "envisioned future where everyone has the knowledge needed to use concrete effectively to meet the demands of a changing world." Continue Reading »
12/08/2016 ACI leadership recently traveled through a number of South-East Asian countries to further ACI’s strategic plan to actively seek opportunities to advance national and global outreach. Continue Reading »
12/06/2016 Cold weather need not be a deterrent in producing strong, durable concrete, if properly proportioned, produced, placed, and protected. The new ACI 306R-16 Guide to Cold Weather Concreting guides specifiers, contractors, and concrete producers through the selection processes that identify methods for cold weather concreting. Continue Reading »
12/01/2016 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 »
11/28/2016 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to announce that Stephen S. Szoke will join the staff in January, 2017, in a new position concentrating on global efforts to disseminate and position ACI’s codes, standards, and certification programs for the benefit of both the industry and public at large. Continue Reading »
11/18/2016 ACI recently traveled to Vietnam for the Asian Concrete Federation Conference 2016, and to sign cooperation agreements with the National University of Civil Engineering; Ministry of Construction; and the Vietnam Institute for Building Science and Technology. Discussion centered around future education opportunities, technical activities, document exchange, and mutual learning through cooperation. Continue Reading »
11/07/2016 The Simplified Chinese translation of ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary was presented at the ACI International Forum on Sunday, October 26, at The Concrete Convention and Exposition, Philadelphia, PA, USA. Continue Reading »
11/03/2016 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 »
11/02/2016 The American Concrete Institute announces the availability of a new invaluable publication for concrete industry professionals—Guide to the Code for Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Buildings. Continue Reading »
11/01/2016 The genesis of ACI's current emphasis on sustainability and resilience goes back to the "Concrete Summit on Sustainable Development," which was held March 29-30, 2007, in conjunction with the ACI Foundation Strategic Development Council's Session #21 in Washington, DC. Continue Reading »
11/01/2016 On Tuesday, October 25, 2016, leaders from the American Concrete Institute and the Institute of Concrete Technology signed an International Partnership Agreement. Continue Reading »
10/27/2016 Shredded cars turned into aggregate for concrete. This interesting research was presented on Contractors’ Day at The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Philadelphia, PA, USA, recently. The session titled, “Mechanical Properties of Concrete Made with Fluff,” explained how materials derived from the shredding of automobiles results in a mixture of ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal and shredder waste, called automotive shredder residue (ASR). Continue Reading »
10/25/2016 Described by many as one of the greatest and most inventive designers and builders of the 20th century, Pier Luigi Nervi contributed to a glorious period for structural architecture. Examples of his work were on display at an international exhibition focusing on Nervi’s life and work at The Concrete Convention and Exposition, Philadelphia, PA, USA recently. 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 »
10/23/2016 Speakers from ACI chapters and concrete associations in Europe, Australia, Canada, and Central America gathered at the ACI Convention in Philadelphia to meet and learn with other concrete industry professionals from around the world at the International Forum. 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 »
10/21/2016 The American Concrete Institute announces the availability of a new report for concrete industry professionals— ACI ITG-9R-16: Report on Design of Concrete Wind Turbine Towers. Continue Reading »
10/14/2016 ACI recently formalized an International Partnership Agreement with the Thailand Concrete Association. ACI’s international activities are a major force in creating and maintaining a worldwide community of individuals and organizations supplying and accessing knowledge on concrete. Continue Reading »
10/04/2016 Reunion del Concreto 2016 took place recently at The Asociación Colombiana de Productores de Concreto (ASOCRETO) in Cartagena de India, Colombia. Delegates from more than 15 countries gathered for discussions, seminars, and special events, including a seminar on ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary. Continue Reading »
10/01/2016 We know that an effective quality control program in the concrete industry requires accurate and consistent testing procedures, performed by knowledgeable technicians. ACI does a thorough job of ensuring that the industry has these key people in place through our certification programs. Continue Reading »
09/27/2016 The American Concrete Institute is honored to welcome Andreas Tselebidis to the ACI Fall 2016 Convention in Philadelphia, PA, USA, as the International Lunch Guest Speaker. Continue Reading »
08/18/2016 A joint ACI-fédération internationale du beton (fib) international symposium, Punching Shear of Structural Concrete Slabs, will take place at the Concrete Convention and Exposition, Philadelphia, PA, USA, October 23-27, 2016. Continue Reading »
07/20/2016 The American Concrete Institute recently joined a group of companies and organizations throughout the concrete and cement sector as a founding member of the Concrete Sustainability Council. The Council aims to develop an international responsible sourcing certification system for the cement and concrete sector. Continue Reading »
07/08/2016 ACI has created a new way to honor its Honorary Members, in keeping with the prestigious nature of the award. In addition to recognition at the ACI Spring Convention each year, and inclusion in Concrete International magazine, Honorary Members now have a dedicated display at ACI Headquarters. This new arrangement is part of building-wide enhancements in line with ACI’s branding efforts. Continue Reading »
07/01/2016 The Institut Supérieur des Etudes Technologiques de Sfax (ISET Sfax), in Sfax, Tunisia, participated in its first ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I certification, in March 2016. The training was conducted by Luke Snell, FACI, with the class comprising of six members of the university staff and faculty and six representatives from the concrete industry. Continue Reading »
07/01/2016 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 »
06/27/2016 Nearly 2,000 engineers, architects, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material representatives from around the world will convene at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown Hotel in Philadelphia, PA, USA, October 23-27, 2016, to collaborate on concrete codes, specifications and standards. Continue Reading »
06/20/2016 On June 13-15, over 200 concrete professionals gathered in Madrid, Spain, to hear the latest research and trends in concrete sustainability. Topics included environmental impact reduction technologies, durability, environmental design, evaluation and systems, socio-economic aspects and case studies on sustainable concrete materials and structures. Continue Reading »
06/13/2016 The American Concrete Institute announces the availability of the new ACI 562-16: Code Requirements for Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures and Commentary. Based on nearly one century of content from ACI, these new code requirements combine the Institute’s historical knowledge with state-of-the-art resources on the evaluation, repair, and rehabilitation of concrete buildings. Continue Reading »
06/08/2016 The publication of the new Chinese version of ACI 318-14, Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary, Traditional Chinese version, marks a new step in ACI’s continuing efforts to provide concrete industry professionals around the world with the tools to succeed. Continue Reading »
05/23/2016 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 »
04/25/2016 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) introduced its 2016-2017 president, vice president, and four board members during The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, this month. Continue Reading »
04/19/2016 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces the winners of its 2016 Fiber-Reinforced Concrete Bowling Ball Competition. The competition took place at The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Milwaukee, WI, USA. The first, second, and third place teams received cash awards of $750, $500, and $250, respectively. Continue Reading »
04/19/2016 The American Concrete Institute’s (ACI) Concrete Convention & Exposition provides its members and concrete industry professionals an avenue to meet with committees, make important decisions, learn about industry updates during technical sessions, and network with peers. This year’s spring convention in Milwaukee, WI also played host to the Slag Cement Association (SCA) 2015 Project of the Year Awards. Continue Reading »
04/17/2016 Attendees gathered at the International Forum at The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Milwaukee, WI, USA, to meet and learn with other industry professionals from around the world. Continue Reading »
04/06/2016 Global seismic research is enabling ACI to proactively gather and share information on transformational ideas, practices, and techniques. Continue Reading »
03/28/2016 Nine student chapter members from North Carolina State University (NCSU) along with their faculty advisor, Roberto Nunez, and John Conn, ACI Director of Chapter Activities embarked on an international education experience to Panama City, Panama from March 9-11, 2016. Continue Reading »
03/23/2016 One of ACI’s objectives is to establish and expand strong and productive relationships with external organizations and individuals. Recently, ACI and four international concrete organizations formalized their relationship, positively impacting the global concrete community. Continue Reading »
03/17/2016 ACI’s Ambassador Program provides speakers for international conferences, and an unparalleled learning experience for the speaker. Information gathered at the conferences is then shared with ACI and its committees, resulting in a mutually beneficial relationship. This two-way communication of knowledge is part of ACI’s strategic plan to establish and expand strong and productive relationships with external organizations and individuals. Continue Reading »
03/10/2016 The American Concrete Institute’s seminar on ACI 318-14: "Reorganized for Design" held on March 3, 2016, in Dubai, UAE, proved to be a great success with attendees. The one-day seminar covered the overall organizational philosophy of the new 318-14 Building Code, and the various technical changes. Continue Reading »
03/01/2016 The strength of the American Concrete Institute is its membership. During more than 100 years of operation, ACI, through its members, has contributed to the progress of construction technology. ACI members share a global vision for improving infrastructure, and the overall quality of life, through the use of concrete. Continue Reading »
02/25/2016 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 »
02/23/2016 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 »
02/12/2016 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 »
02/01/2016 ACI President Sharon Wood discusses how ACI is focusing on eliminating language barriers for its members and customers from around the world. The common language of ACI will always be "concrete," and through translations ACI is striving to make that language universal. Continue Reading »
01/27/2016 The ACI Foundation’s Strategic Development Council (SDC) has announced a donation matching campaign to support funding for the next phase of developing industry standards for Building Information Modeling (BIM) systems. SDC will commit up to $100,000 for this project by matching dollar-for-dollar commitments in support of Phase 3 of ongoing research to develop industry standards for exchanging digital information for cast-in-place concrete. Continue Reading »
01/22/2016 ACI Committee 133 Disaster Reconnaissance, deployed a team of researchers to investigate and publish a report for the Nepal government on the earthquake that took place in April 2015. Continue Reading »
12/16/2015 As a result of the dedication and collective wisdom of the American Concrete Institute’s 18,000 members and 20,000 chapter members, 2015 was a successful year that energized and advanced the concrete industry. We're excited for the year ahead, and hope that you’ll join us on the journey. Continue Reading »
12/09/2015 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 »
11/19/2015 Over 2,000 attendees and guests gathered in Denver, CO, USA, for the ACI Concrete Convention, November 8-12, 2015, joining colleagues for sessions, committee meetings, a student competition, personal awards, networking and social events, and the highlight of the convention—the ACI Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards Continue Reading »
11/18/2015 Five engineering professors from the Building and Construction Engineering Department, University of Technology – Baghdad, visited ACI Headquarters to participate in the Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I and Concrete Construction Special Inspector programs. Continue Reading »
11/16/2015 The ACI Chapter Roundtable held on Wednesday, November 11, 2015, during the ACI Convention in Denver saw a record number of first-time domestic and international attendees. Approximately, 40 chapter officers and directors were present for the one-day event. Continue Reading »
11/11/2015 In conjunction with the Concrete Sustainability Forum 8, held during the American Concrete Institute Concrete Convention and Exposition, Denver, CO, ACI hosted a tour of the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) outside Boulder, Colorado. Continue Reading »
11/09/2015 Top “Excellence” award and nine additional global projects recognized during inaugural ACI Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards. Continue Reading »
11/09/2015 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 »
11/08/2015 Convention attendees from around the world gathered for ACI’s International Forum on Sunday, November 8, 2015, at The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Denver, CO, USA. Continue Reading »
11/08/2015 On Sunday, November 8, 2015, leaders from the American Concrete Institute and Fédération Internationale du Béton (fib) signed a Memorandum of Cooperation to formalize their relationship. While the two organizations and their members have worked together for years, this agreement memorializes both Institutes’ desires to collaboratively develop and disseminate technical information on concrete and concrete structures. Continue Reading »
11/07/2015 Approximately every 18-24 months, the American Concrete Institute hosts a special workshop before its Concrete Convention & Exposition to highlight key topics affecting the industry. The two-day event features eight sessions, keynote luncheon speakers, and a poster session. Continue Reading »
11/04/2015 My first experience with ACI was at the Spring Convention in 1989 in Atlanta, GA. I was in the United States as a post-doc and had the pleasure of spending 6 months in Austin, TX, and Urbana-Champaign, IL. My supervisor Sven Sahlin introduced me to his friends Jim Jirsa and Mete Sozen and they introduced me to ACI. Continue Reading »
10/19/2015 Research published in ACI’s Structural Journal last month explores how recycled concrete aggregate can reduce the environmental impact of concrete. Continue Reading »
10/07/2015 October 18, 2015 is the application deadline for ACI Foundation's 2016-2017 Student Fellowship and Scholarship program. This year, the ACI Foundation is offering eleven fellowships for undergraduate and graduate students, eight scholarships for graduate students, and one scholarship for undergraduates. Continue Reading »
10/01/2015 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 »
09/29/2015 The American Concrete Institute announces the availability of a new invaluable publication for concrete industry professionals—Guide to the Code for Evaluation, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Concrete Buildings. An invaluable companion to ACI 562-13 Code Requirements for Evaluation, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Concrete Buildings. Continue Reading »
09/18/2015 Improving the quality of concrete testing can be achieved by stressing education and quality, according to the authors of a recent article on concrete testing in Concrete International magazine. Continue Reading »
09/10/2015 The American Concrete Institute announces key staff promotions aimed at increasing alignment and flow from ACI’s technical documents to educational products. Michael L. Tholen has been named the Institute’s new Managing Director of Engineering and Professional Development, Claire A. Hiltz has been named Manager of Professional Development, and Matthew R. Senecal has been named as Manager, Engineering. Continue Reading »
09/09/2015 Concrete International, the monthly magazine of the American Concrete Institute (ACI), recently launched a new website aimed at improving navigation and user experience. Continue Reading »
09/03/2015 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 »
08/27/2015 Representatives from the China Concrete and Cement-Based Products Association and the Chinese Ceramic Society recently visited ACI Headquarters, and met with ACI staff to discuss international partnership with ACI, and plans for closer cooperation. Continue Reading »
08/24/2015 The American Concrete Institute is excited to be exhibiting at the 2015 National Council of Structural Engineers Associations (NCSEA) Structural Engineering Summit, at the Red Rock Resort, Las Vegas, NV, September 30 – October 3, 2015. Continue Reading »
08/17/2015 The ACI Rocky Mountain Chapter has created an exceptional technical and educational program for The Concrete Convention and Exposition, Denver, CO, USA, November 8-12, 2015. Continue Reading »
08/13/2015 Good news for ACI members, industry leaders, chapter leaders, partner associations, and international partners—ACI has launched a Marketing Toolkit. Continue Reading »
08/03/2015 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 »
08/01/2015 The ACI Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards Gala will be an event unlike any ACI has hosted before -- with a focus on global excellence, this is the first project-based award program ACI has created. Continue Reading »
07/30/2015 The new “Guide to the Code for Evaluation, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Concrete Buildings,” published jointly by the American Concrete Institute and the International Concrete Repair Institute, provides guidance and assistance to professionals engaged in the repair of concrete buildings. Continue Reading »
07/28/2015 ACI’s new Guide to Concrete Floor and Slab Construction will help you design and construct successful quality projects, and more. Continue Reading »
07/17/2015 Japan Concrete Institute (JCI), an international partner with ACI, recently celebrated its 50th anniversary, and ACI was there to celebrate. Continue Reading »
07/07/2015 The ACI Lebanon chapter challenged students to make art out of concrete. The competition attracted 17 groups from seven Lebanon-based universities, showcasing the artistic nature of concrete, and challenged the students to create their original works of art and display concrete’s many varieties of form, function, and beauty. Continue Reading »
07/01/2015 As ACI increases its ties to international chapters and expands global outreach efforts, the possibility of reducing risks to natural disasters is greatly enhanced. Developing sustainable, resilient, and affordable options for residential construction is a grand challenge—and one that we should undertake. Continue Reading »
06/22/2015 As part of its international initiative to seek opportunities to advance global outreach, ACI announces that ACI document and journal abstracts will now be available in the China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI) database. Continue Reading »
06/11/2015 American Concrete Institute leaders encouraged the concrete industry to lead the way in construction business diversity at a recent forum. Continue Reading »
06/10/2015 ACI staff recently traveled to India as part of a global effort to share technology with and learn from other concrete organizations. Continue Reading »
06/01/2015 ACI is known internationally for disseminating consensus-based knowledge, yet it is also changing. The change may not be evident when evaluated from convention to convention, but the differences between the two conventions in Kansas City were striking. Continue Reading »
06/01/2015 To advance its vision of a world where everyone has the knowledge needed to use concrete effectively, the American Concrete Institute has announced several key staff appointments aimed at strengthening the relationships between the Institute and its chapter members. Continue Reading »
05/29/2015 The recent Chapter Training and Roundtable provided an opportunity to exchange ideas with other chapters and ACI staff, update chapters on ACI’s activities, and assist in the development of chapter officers. Continue Reading »
05/11/2015 Craig Heidrich, Secretary/Treasurer for the Concrete Institute of Australia recently stopped by ACI Headquarters on his way to the World of Coal Ash Conference, KY, USA, to discuss CIA’s international partnership with ACI, and plans for closer cooperation. Continue Reading »
05/07/2015 Currently exhibiting as a supporting organization at the Concrete India Show in Mumbai, India, visitors can explore ACI’s technical and educational offerings at booth E88 in the Exhibit Hall. Continue Reading »
04/30/2015 ACI’s “Train-the-Administrator” program arrives in Canada and South America to assist in launching the Adhesive Anchor Installer Certification Program. Continue Reading »
04/29/2015 The Concrete Convention and Exposition is set to take place in Denver, CO, USA, at the Denver Sheraton, November 8-12, 2015, featuring more than 300 committee meetings, over 40 technical and education sessions, special tours, and networking with concrete professionals from all over the world. Continue Reading »
04/23/2015 The recent Concrete Convention and Exposition in Kansas City, MO, USA, provided concrete professionals with numerous learning and social events. Continue Reading »
04/16/2015 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) introduced its 2015-2016 president, vice president, and four board members during The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Kansas City, Missouri, USA, this month. Continue Reading »
04/12/2015 Convention attendees from around the world gathered for ACI’s International Forum on Sunday, April 12, 2015 at The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Kansas City, MO. Continue Reading »
03/12/2015 A strategic initiative to expand accessibility of concrete knowledge is achieved through new translation efforts. Continue Reading »
03/01/2015 Well, it is almost "my time"—the time when I conclude my term as ACI President. It is truly a humbling experience to be able to speak on behalf of all the people who make up ACI. In my travels this past year, the worldwide respect and admiration I've seen for our products, services, codes, and standards is beyond description. Continue Reading »
02/26/2015 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 »
02/09/2015 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 »
02/02/2015 The American Concrete Institute (ACI), announces the launch of ACI University – a global, online learning resource, providing on-demand access to a wide range of topics on concrete materials, design, and construction, appealing to everyone from testing technicians to practicing engineers. Continue Reading »
02/01/2015 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 »
01/31/2015 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 »
01/23/2015 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 »
01/12/2015 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to announce the release of the Spanish edition of ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete. The 2015 International Building Code references 318-14. A Spanish language inch-pound version has also been released. Continue Reading »
01/07/2015 Self-Consolidating Concrete has many advantages for concrete applications where flowing concrete is beneficial to concrete placement. Properly proportioned and placed self-consolidating concrete can result in both economic and technological benefits for the end user. Continue Reading »
01/05/2015 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 »
11/10/2014 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) will host a Twitter Chat to answer users’ questions about formwork issues including selecting, designing, and specifying formwork systems for concrete structures, and the new Formwork for Concrete Manual, on Tuesday November 18, 2014. Continue Reading »
11/07/2014 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 »
11/01/2014 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 »
10/28/2014 The American Concrete Institute honored Prof. James K. Wight, ACI Past President, with a three part symposium at the ACI Fall 2014 Convention in Washington D.C. Continue Reading »
10/26/2014 Completely reorganized structural concrete building code ushers in a new era of ease, increased confidence, and improved logic and flow of information. Designers, engineers, contractors, and construction professionals will have increased confidence that a design satisfies all code requirements. 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 »
10/26/2014 Convention attendees travel from over 40 countries and many of them attended ACI’s International Forum on Sunday, October 2, 2014 at the ACI Fall Convention in Washington DC. 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 »
10/09/2014 The American Concrete Institute will honor Prof. James K. Wight, ACI Past President, with a three part symposium and reception at the ACI Fall 2014 Convention in Washington D.C. Continue Reading »
09/01/2014 As part of ACI’s new strategic plan, an objective ACI wishes to achieve is to collaborate on a global basis with other concrete organizations to share technology. In keeping with our goal to be one of the sources of concrete knowledge, we should be open to sharing knowledge from other organizations that develop concrete information. Continue Reading »
08/26/2014 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 »
08/11/2014 Concrete is the world’s first choice of material in many construction efforts. To continually improve the quality of concrete knowledge, research is needed on a continual basis, particularly at a time when energy and sustainability issues are major factors. Continue Reading »
08/01/2014 Around the world, magnificent buildings, roads, and bridges are being constructed using concrete—a material that allows engineers and architects to explore an infinite variety of forms. Continue Reading »
07/29/2014 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 »
07/28/2014 Special Lunches and Tours are on the agenda at the ACI Fall Convention in Washington D.C. in October 2014. Continue Reading »
07/14/2014 If you’re in the business of saving money and time, while increasing your productivity and competitiveness, the American Concrete Institute is the right place to find the answers you need. Continue Reading »
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07/11/2014 Nearly 2,000 engineers, architects, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material representatives from around the world will convene at the Washington Hilton Hotel in Washington, DC this October to collaborate on concrete codes, specifications and standards. Continue Reading »
07/02/2014 The ACI Foundation announces leadership changes for its Board, the Strategic Development Council (SDC), and the Concrete Research Council (CRC). Continue Reading »
06/26/2014 As of November 2013, ACI’s Certification department had 33 Sponsoring Groups offering the ACI/CRSI Adhesive Anchor Installer (AAI) program, and over 400 people have participated. Demand for this important program is growing because ACI 318-11 has been adopted by the 2012 International Building Code (IBC). Continue Reading »
06/19/2014 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 »
06/05/2014 The American Concrete Institute announces the addition of its new International Business Development Director, Bernard A. Pekor. Continue Reading »
06/02/2014 Sessions at the ACI Fall 2014 Convention October 26-30, 2014 in Washington DC, USA, will highlight the legacy and distinctive work of architectural concrete and ACI pioneer John J. Earley. Continue Reading »
05/01/2014 To be named the 91st President of ACI and appointed to represent the extraordinary people who make up the Institute and concrete professionals around the world is an honor beyond words. Continue Reading »
05/01/2014 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 »
05/01/2014 Stay at the center of it all! ACI attendees can reserve a hotel room at the Washington Hilton, location of all convention events. Continue Reading »
Stay at the center of it all! ACI attendees can reserve a hotel room at the Washington Hilton, location of all convention events.
04/30/2014 After nearly a decade, dozens of meetings, and scores of ballots, the reorganized ACI 318-14, “Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete,” is nearing completion as it enters the public discussion period. Standardization is the most rigorous consensus process used by ACI, providing the widest input and the highest overall quality assurance for a document. Continue Reading »
After nearly a decade, dozens of meetings, and scores of ballots, the reorganized ACI 318-14, “Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete,” is nearing completion as it enters the public discussion period. Standardization is the most rigorous consensus process used by ACI, providing the widest input and the highest overall quality assurance for a document.
03/27/2014 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) introduced its 2014-2015 president, vice president, and four board members during the ACI Spring 2014 Convention in Reno, Nevada this month. Continue Reading »
03/24/2014 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces the winners of its 2014 Fiber-Reinforced Concrete (FCR) Bowling Ball Competition. The competition took place at the ACI Spring 2014 Convention in Reno, Nevada, USA. Continue Reading »
03/19/2014 The American Concrete Institute announces the addition of referenced provisions in the International Code Council Evaluation Service “Acceptance Criteria for Post-Installed Adhesive Anchors in Concrete Elements, Subject AC308-0631-R1 (AHG/HS).” Continue Reading »
03/01/2014 In April of 2013, I began my term as ACI President with great aspirations as outlined in my Presidential objectives. These objectives reflected the aspirations of our membership and staff: Go Global, Be Relevant, and Celebrate Our Legacy. There is a risk when one puts objectives on the table, but I did so with confidence in the amazing community known as ACI. Collectively, we undertook an ambitious work plan. Continue Reading »
02/10/2014 An estimated 1,600 engineers, architects, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material representatives from around the world will convene at the Grand Sierra Resort, Reno, NV, USA, March 23-27, to collaborate on concrete codes, specifications and standards Continue Reading »
02/07/2014 The American Concrete Institute is honored to welcome Gordon Clark to the ACI Spring 2014 Convention in Reno, NV, USA, as the International Lunch Guest Speaker. Clark will present his vision on Making Our Concrete Structures Last Longer – A Global Challenge that will explore how one could approach the design of new concrete structures and the repair of old ones to achieve endurance through the 21st century and beyond. Continue Reading »
01/22/2014 The American Concrete Institute (ACI), an organization whose mission is to develop and disseminate consensus-based knowledge on concrete and its uses, is finalizing a completely reorganized ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete. Continue Reading »
01/17/2014 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to unveil its new logo. This refreshed identity signifies the next step forward in the evolution of the ACI brand and serves as the foundation for consistent design and messaging across all ACI communications Continue Reading »
12/19/2013 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) recently launched its completely new website at www.concrete.org. Continue Reading »
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