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2/13/2026
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The ACI Foundation has announced that registration is now open for the 2026 Concrete Innovation Forum, taking place August 18-20, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency in Columbus, Ohio. This event offers a unique opportunity for professionals across the concrete industry to connect, collaborate, and explore the future of concrete innovation and technology.
Powered by the ACI Foundation’s Concrete Innovation Council (CIC), the forum is designed to bring together representatives from material suppliers, architecture and engineering firms, contractors, academics, and regulatory agencies. The event is known for its intimate and targeted setting, which attendees have consistently praised for fostering high-quality networking and valuable discussions. The forum provides a platform for industry leaders to learn from experts about current trends, emerging technologies, and new product innovations that are shaping the industry.
This year's agenda features a lineup of speakers and presentations covering critical industry topics. Sessions will explore the future of nuclear power plant construction, new admixtures for low-carbon concrete, and advancements in embedded sensor technology for measuring concrete durability. The forum aims to drive the adoption of innovative solutions by showcasing cutting-edge research and real-world case studies.
To view the full agenda and register for the 2026 Concrete Innovation Forum, please visit acifoundation.org/innovation/forums.
The ACI Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that supports a wide range of research and educational initiatives that contribute to keeping the concrete industry at the forefront of technological advances in material composition, design, and construction. We engage with industry partners, invest in students and research, share knowledge, and provide programs to encourage innovation and new technology. The American Concrete Institute established the ACI Foundation in 1989 to promote progress, innovation, and collaboration in the industry.
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stacey.mccann@acifoundation.org Marketing Manager p +1.248.848.3758 ACI Foundation | Building the Future acifoundation.org
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