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7/1/2025 The ACI Foundation is now accepting applications from graduate and undergraduate students for the 2026-2027 academic year. A total of 48 annual awards are available in this award cycle. Continue Reading »
6/12/2025 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) congratulates Dr. Antonio Nanni, FACI, for being recognized by Academic Analytics (AA), a source of faculty research data and benchmarking, for his scholarly research productivity. Continue Reading »
6/2/2025 One of my missions during my term as ACI President is to support the new ACI Strategic Plan. In that spirit, I would like to draw attention to one of the strategic goals: “Enhance the ACI Experience: attract, engage, and support young members.” Continue Reading »
4/22/2025 The ACI Foundation is pleased to announce the election of new Trustees and the re-election of an existing Trustee to its Board. Continue Reading »
4/15/2025 The industry once again reunited at the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete – the ACI Concrete Convention. From March 30 to April 2, 2025, over 2,500 professionals and students from around the world gathered in Toronto, Canada for the Spring 2025 ACI Concrete Convention. Continue Reading »
4/15/2025 The ACI Foundation is excited to announce its 2025-2026 fellowship and scholarship recipients. The ACI Foundation is a non-profit subsidiary of ACI that promotes progress, innovation, and collaboration in the concrete industry through strategic investments in ideas, research, and people to create the future of the concrete industry. Continue Reading »
4/10/2025 The recent ACI Concrete Convention made history with its highest-ever student attendance, marking a major milestone in the Institute’s ongoing efforts to engage and empower the next generation of concrete professionals. Continue Reading »
4/10/2025 New chairs have been announced for the ACI Foundation’s Concrete Innovation Council, Concrete Research Council, and Scholarship Council. Continue Reading »
4/3/2025 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces its 2025-2026 president, vice president, and four board members. Continue Reading »
4/1/2025 The ACI Foundation is excited to announce a significant transformation in its approach to funding and supporting research and innovation within the concrete industry. Continue Reading »
3/21/2025 ACI will bestow its highest honor – ACI Honorary Membership – on five individuals at the ACI Concrete Convention, March 30 - April 2, 2025. Continue Reading »
3/18/2025 ACI is pleased to recognize several professionals, groups, and companies for their outstanding contributions and dedication to ACI and the concrete industry. Continue Reading »
2/5/2025 The ACI Foundation is pleased to announce the opening of registration for the much-anticipated 2025 Concrete Innovation Forum, formerly known as the Technology Forum. Scheduled from August 12-14, 2025, at the modern and inspirational Hotel Clio, centrally located in Denver, Colorado, this event is a pivotal gathering for inventors, early adopters and other professionals within the concrete industry. Continue Reading »
1/22/2025 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is excited to announce the release of the 2025 edition of its flagship document, ACI CODE-318-25: Building Code for Structural Concrete – Code Requirements and Commentary. This updated edition is now available to ACI 318 PLUS platform subscribers and will be offered for purchase in print and digital formats through the ACI Store in early Spring 2025. Continue Reading »
10/7/2024 Seven Young Professionals represented the American Concrete Institute during the Emerging Leaders Alliance (ELA) conference September 22-25, 2024, at The Landing Hotel in Pittsburgh, PA, USA. Continue Reading »
10/1/2024 When you think of the future of the concrete industry, what image comes to mind? Is it automation, new materials, or the future workforce? For our industry to thrive and continue to advance, we need to invest in it. This is why ACI created the ACI Foundation, whose mission is to make strategic investments in ideas, research, and people to create the future of the concrete industry. The ACI Foundation partners with ACI and community donors to make Continue Reading »
9/3/2024 ACI President Michael J. Paul discusses mentoring and its importance to ACI. Opportunities exist at the chapter level; ACI Foundation; conventions and more. Continue Reading »
8/15/2024 The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Innovation Council (CIC) gathered in Santa Fe, NM, USA, to discuss technology and innovation at the 2024 Technology Forum. The event took place May 14-16, 2024, at the Hilton Santa Fe Historic Plaza. The ACI Foundation Technology Forum is an innovation focused educational and networking event for concrete professionals. Continue Reading »
7/9/2024 The ACI Foundation is now accepting applications from graduate and undergraduate students for the 2025-2026 academic year Continue Reading »
7/1/2024 We are fortunate to live in an era with innovations occurring every day. We are surrounded by opportunities in product design and improvements…and, yes, innovation in all things concrete. Continue Reading »
6/19/2024 The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Innovation Council (CIC) gathered in Santa Fe, NM to discuss technology and innovation at the 2024 Technology Forum. Continue Reading »
5/21/2024 The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Research Council (CRC) selected eight research projects to receive grants this year. Continue Reading »
4/18/2024 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces its 2024-2025 president, vice president, and four board members. Continue Reading »
4/16/2024 This year the ACI Foundation was able to award 29 fellowships and 15 scholarships to students from 35 different institutions. Continue Reading »
4/10/2024 The ACI Foundation is pleased to announce new Trustees and the re-election of an existing Trustee to its Board. Continue Reading »
3/19/2024 ACI is pleased to recognize several professionals, groups, and companies for their outstanding contributions and dedication to ACI and the concrete industry. Continue Reading »
3/18/2024 ACI will bestow its highest honor – ACI Honorary Membership – on five individuals at the ACI Concrete Convention March 24-28, 2024. Continue Reading »
2/21/2024 The ACI Foundation is pleased to partner with the ACI Houston Chapter to create a new student academic award. Continue Reading »
2/19/2024 ACI releases two new resources for fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) reinforcement. Continue Reading »
2/13/2024 The ACI Foundation is administering a request for proposal on behalf of ACI’s Innovation Task Group 93-12. Continue Reading »
2/1/2024 The commitment and continuous presence of ACI in the MENA Region is part of the Institute’s strategic vision that started with the opening of the office in Dubai and is intended to provide technical and educational support to the thriving construction industry that has no parallel in the world. It is a multifaceted approach that includes critical components, such as the establishment of local chapters (students and professionals), training of the Continue Reading »
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10/1/2023 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 »
9/26/2023 The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Innovation Council (CIC) gathered once again with participants and presenters to discuss technology and innovation at the 2023 Technology Forum. Continue Reading »
9/5/2023 In the context of the civil engineering ecosystem, a big challenge for professionals will be to resist embracing the ‘black box’ with machine learning and generative AI, which are powerful tools that could ‘do the work’ for us. Continue Reading »
8/21/2023 The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Research Council (CRC) annual request for proposals is open now through December 1, 2023. The CRC seeks to advance the concrete industry through the funding of concrete research projects that further the knowledge and sustainability of concrete materials, construction, and structures. Continue Reading »
7/12/2023 The ACI Foundation is pleased to announce the new ACI 201 Concrete Durability Scholarship funded by Professor Emeritus Donald J. Janssen. Continue Reading »
7/5/2023 The ACI Foundation will begin accepting applications from graduate and undergraduate students for the 2024-2025 academic year on July 5, 2023. Continue Reading »
6/15/2023 The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Research Council (CRC) selected 11 research projects to receive grants this year. Continue Reading »
5/25/2023 The ACI Foundation has created a new Fellowship to honor the retirement and legacy of ACI Executive Vice President, Ronald G. Burg. Continue Reading »
5/22/2023 The ACI Foundation is pleased to announce new Trustees and re-election of an existing Trustee to its Board. Continue Reading »
5/17/2023 The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Innovation Council (CIC) will host its next Technology Forum on August 29 - August 31, 2023, in Portland, OR. Continue Reading »
5/15/2023 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to announce Frederick H. Grubbe, MBA, CAE, currently President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Precast Concrete Association (NPCA), has been named Executive Vice President of ACI. Continue Reading »
5/2/2023 The ACI Foundation is pleased to announce its 2023-2024 fellowship and scholarship recipients. Continue Reading »
5/1/2023 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 »
4/27/2023 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces its 2023-2024 president, vice president, and four board members. Continue Reading »
4/18/2023 The concrete community once again reunited at the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete in April at the ACI Concrete Convention. Continue Reading »
4/1/2023 In his last Guest President’s Memo, ACI Executive Vice President Ronald G. Burg talks about his relationship with ACI, and his term as Executive Vice President. “My sincere wish is for everyone to take full advantage of being part of the ACI community—it’s the place to be for you and me!” Continue Reading »
3/14/2023 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to recognize several professionals, groups, and companies for their outstanding contributions and dedication to ACI and the concrete industry. The 2023 honorees include the induction of Honorary Members, ACI’s highest honor, which recognizes persons of eminence in the field of the Institute’s interest, or one who has performed extraordinary meritorious service to the Institute. Continue Reading »
3/13/2023 ACI will bestow its highest honor – ACI Honorary Membership – on the following individuals at the ACI Concrete Convention April 2-6, 2023: Continue Reading »
3/1/2023 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 »
2/9/2023 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 »
1/23/2023 The ACI Foundation has created a new Fellowship in honor of Kenneth C. Hover. Continue Reading »
11/30/2022 The American Concrete Institute, through the work of ACI Committee 440, has released ACI CODE-440.11-22: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete Reinforced with Glass Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) Bars Continue Reading »
10/24/2022 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is offering a seminar, “Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete,” during the Big 5 Construct in Dubai, UAE, December 7-8, 2022. Continue Reading »
10/3/2022 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 »
9/23/2022 For the first time in two years, the ACI Foundation’s Concrete Innovation Council (CIC) successfully hosted an in-person Technology Forum. Continue Reading »
9/1/2022 ACI President Charles Nmai discusses the ACI Foundation - ACIF is a not-for-profit organization established in 1989 to support research and innovation in concrete and, more importantly, students’ education using donations from supporters. The work of ACIF is carried out through its three councils: the Concrete Research Council (CRC), Scholarship Council (SC), and Concrete Innovation Council (CIC). Continue Reading »
8/3/2022 The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Research Council's request for proposals is open now through December 1, 2022. Continue Reading »
7/12/2022 The American Concrete Institute presents Engineering Greatness – a brand new podcast series created for young professionals by young professionals in the concrete industry. Continue Reading »
7/6/2022 The ACI Foundation is now accepting applications from graduate and undergraduate students for the 2023-2024 academic year. Continue Reading »
6/17/2022 The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Innovation Council (CIC) will host its next Technology Forum on August 30- September 1, 2022, in St. Paul, MN. Continue Reading »
6/14/2022 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 »
5/19/2022 The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Research Council (CRC) selected 10 research projects to receive grants this year. Continue Reading »
5/3/2022 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 »
4/26/2022 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 »
4/22/2022 New chairs have been announced for the ACI Foundation’s Concrete Innovation Council, Concrete Research Council, and Scholarship Council. Continue Reading »
4/20/2022 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces its 2022-2023 president, vice president, and four board members. Continue Reading »
4/18/2022 This year the ACI Foundation was able to award 16 fellowships and nine scholarships to students from 23 different institutions. Continue Reading »
3/18/2022 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to recognize several professionals, groups, and companies for their outstanding contributions and dedication to ACI and the concrete industry. Continue Reading »
3/17/2022 ACI will bestow its highest honor – ACI Honorary Membership – on the following individuals at the ACI Concrete Convention March 27 – 31, 2022 Continue Reading »
2/3/2022 ACI President Cary Kopczynski served as an ACI Foundation Trustee in the 3 years preceding his term as president and is proud to support the mission of the ACI Foundation - investing in people, ideas, and research to build the future of the concrete industry. Continue Reading »
11/1/2021 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 »
10/27/2021 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 »
8/25/2021 The ACI Foundation is currently inviting students to apply for its 2022-2023 Middle East North Africa fellowship. Continue Reading »
8/11/2021 For the second year in a row, ACI successfully hosted the ACI Professors’ Workshop virtually. The ACI Foundation sponsored the workshop, which was held virtually on July 19-21, 2021. Continue Reading »
8/2/2021 The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Research Council seeks to advance the concrete industry through the funding of concrete research projects that further the knowledge and sustainability of concrete materials, construction, and structures. The annual request for proposals is open now through December 1, 2021. Continue Reading »
7/29/2021 In the ACI 2021 Newsletter you’ll find information on the concrete resources you need, news about new programs and educational offerings, and details about the ACI Concrete Convention, October 17-21, 2021. Continue Reading »
7/6/2021 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 »
6/23/2021 Master Builders Solutions, the ACI Georgia Chapter, and the ACI Ontario Chapter have generously funded three new awards through the ACI Foundation. The awards will further the ACI Foundation’s mission of funding students and nurturing the future of concrete. Continue Reading »
6/22/2021 The Jordan Concrete Association hosted a virtual meeting on Saturday, June 19, 2021, to mark the formation of the JCA Academic Committee. Continue Reading »
6/1/2021 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 »
5/24/2021 The ACI Foundation’s Strategic Development Council (SDC) will host its next virtual Technology Forum on August 24-26, 2021. This 50th forum will include technology showcases that highlight new materials, industry research needs and examine collaborative research models that have the potential to advance the industry. Continue Reading »
5/11/2021 The ACI Foundation is pleased to announce the recipient of the newly expanded Middle East & North Africa Fellowship for the 2021-2022 academic award year. Continue Reading »
5/10/2021 The American Concrete Institute has released the new ACI Reinforced Concrete Design Handbook as a three-volume handbook providing guidance to professionals engaged in the design of reinforced concrete structures. The ACI Reinforced Concrete Design Handbook is available in print, as a digital download, and as part of the new ACI 318 PLUS subscription. Continue Reading »
5/5/2021 The ACI Foundation has established the Burg-Coleman Iowa State ‘77 Fellowship. This new fellowship is funded through a generous $75,000 donation from Ronald G. Burg, ACI Executive Vice President, and Jeffrey W. Coleman, ACI President, 2020-2021. Continue Reading »
4/28/2021 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 »
4/26/2021 ACI Eastern Pennsylvania & Delaware Chapter (EPDACI) announced the winners of their Annual Student Beam Competition held virtually on April 10, 2021. Continue Reading »
4/26/2021 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 »
4/21/2021 The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Research Council (CRC) selected eight research projects to receive grants this year. The ACI Foundation is committed to progress in the industry by contributing financially to necessary and worthy research. Continue Reading »
4/20/2021 The American Concrete Institute will be hosting the 2021 Professors' Workshop virtually on July 19-21, 2021. The workshop is designed to provide instructors in civil engineering, architecture, architectural engineering, materials science, and construction management programs the latest tools and teaching techniques to effectively engage students in courses that cover structural concrete design, construction, materials, and pavements. Continue Reading »
4/15/2021 The ACI Foundation is pleased to announce its 2021-2022 fellowship and scholarship recipients. The ACI Foundation is a non-profit subsidiary of ACI that promotes progress, innovation, and collaboration in the concrete industry through strategic investments in research, scholarship, and ideas. Continue Reading »
4/6/2021 The recent ACI Virtual Concrete Convention was attended by about 2,800 professionals and students from 67 countries. “The ACI Virtual Concrete Convention allowed for industry professionals from around the world to share their concrete research and knowledge.” stated Ronald G. Burg, PE, Executive Vice President, American Concrete Institute. Continue Reading »
4/2/2021 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 »
4/1/2021 Through generous donations from ACI members, and the concrete industry, more than $1 million has been raised for the ACI Foundation. Continue Reading »
3/10/2021 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to recognize several professionals, groups, and companies for their outstanding contributions and dedication to ACI and the concrete industry. The 2021 honorees include the induction of Honorary Members, ACI’s highest honor. Continue Reading »
3/9/2021 During last year’s Virtual Concrete Convention, ACI President Jeffrey W. Coleman, announced a challenge to raise $1 million as part of the ACI Foundation’s annual appeal. Continue Reading »
3/3/2021 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 »
3/1/2021 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 »
2/15/2021 The ACI Virtual Concrete Convention – known as the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete – will be held virtually from March 28-April 1, 2021, and will feature 45 total sessions. Continue Reading »
2/15/2021 This 2-part featured session titled Impact of Hot Weather Conditions on Concrete Repair is moderated by Tarek Khan and Michael Faubel, and will assist contractors, material suppliers and specifiers with practical information on planning, constructing, and designing successful concrete repairs in hot weather. Continue Reading »
2/15/2021 The featured session titled Productivity in the Concrete Industry – Why Has it Stagnated and How Can ACI Help?is moderated by Cary S. Kopczynski, and asks why productivity in the U.S. construction industry has been flat for 50 years, while productivity of U.S. industry in general has nearly doubled in that same time frame. Why? And what can ACI do about it? Continue Reading »
2/15/2021 The featured session titled The Concrete Industry in the Era of Artificial Intelligence is moderated by M.Z. Naser, and will provide insight on the merit of using artificial intelligence (AI) in the concrete industry with focus on how to better the performance of concrete materials at ambient and elevated temperatures and showcase the substantial potential of using AI to improve design of concrete structures under traditional and fire conditions. Continue Reading »
2/1/2021 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 »
1/19/2021 The ACI Foundation has established the Robert F. Mast Memorial Fellowship. This new fellowship, created through a very generous legacy donation, honors ACI Past President Robert F. Mast, who died July 13, 2020. Continue Reading »
12/3/2020 In commemoration of a recent $50,000 donation from Surendra P. Shah., Ph.D., Hon. MACI, the ACI Foundation is pleased to announce the formation of the new S.P. Shah Fellowship. This new fellowship will be open for Ph.D. student applicants in mid-2021 for the ACI Foundation’s 2022-2023 awards cycle. Continue Reading »
12/1/2020 December is the final month of the ACI Foundation's annual appeal campaign! By contributing to the ACI Foundation's annual campaign, you can help the brightest students in the concrete industry reach their career goals with scholarships and fellowships, provide funding for a research project that will benefit our world, or support strategic innovation that will make a lasting difference in advancing the industry. 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 »
10/25/2020 Jeffrey W. Coleman, President of the American Concrete Institute (ACI) announced a challenge to raise $1 million as part of the ACI Foundation’s annual appeal. The challenge applies to the remainder of his term as president through March 2021. Continue Reading »
9/11/2020 In the ACI 2020 Newsletter you’ll find information on the concrete resources you need, news about new programs and educational offerings, and details about the ACI Virtual Concrete Convention in October, 2020. Continue Reading »
9/2/2020 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 »
9/2/2020 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 »
9/1/2020 ACI President Jeffrey W. Coleman discusses how the Strategic Development Council supports ACI and the industry in creating initiatives and programs that improve the quality and potential competitiveness of concrete in design and building, and as a building material. Continue Reading »
8/5/2020 The 2020 Professors' Workshop was held virtually on July 27-29, 2020. Co-sponsored by the ACI Foundation and the PCA Education Foundation, the workshop provided instructors with the latest tools and teaching techniques to effectively engage students in courses that cover structural concrete design, construction, materials, and pavements. Continue Reading »
8/3/2020 The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Research Council seeks to advance the concrete industry through the funding of concrete research projects that further the knowledge and sustainability of concrete materials, construction, and structures. The annual request for proposals is open now through December 1, 2020. Continue Reading »
8/3/2020 In this President's Memo, I would like to address a second area of focus of the ACI Foundation's mission: research. The Concrete Research Council, also known as CRC, has existed since 1989 and has funded more than $2,000,000 in research over that time. Continue Reading »
7/16/2020 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 »
7/10/2020 The ACI Foundation’s Strategic Development Council (SDC) will host its first virtual Technology Forum on August 25th and 27th 2020. Continue Reading »
7/2/2020 Jeffrey W. Coleman, ACI 2020-2021 president, shares information on the ACI Foundation Scholarships and Fellowships program, including letters he has received from grateful students, and details of recent donations. Continue Reading »
7/1/2020 ACI President Jeffrey Coleman discusses his goal of elevating the visibility of the ACI Foundation and its programs. Continue Reading »
7/1/2020 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 »
7/1/2020 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 »
6/8/2020 Following cancellation of the ACI Concrete Convention this past March due to COVID-19, the American Concrete Institute successfully transformed their popular concrete technical sessions into the ACI Concrete Convention’s Virtual Technical Presentations. Continue Reading »
5/21/2020 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to announce the recipient of the Middle East Fellowship for the 2020-2021 award year. Continue Reading »
5/21/2020 The ACI Foundation announces the establishment of the Roger S. Johnston Memorial Scholarship. This new undergraduate scholarship is funded by Crimson Engineering Associates, Inc., Golden, CO, to honor the late Roger S. Johnston. Continue Reading »
5/1/2020 I am honored to be the next President of ACI. I have been an ACI member for exactly 40 years. My first convention was in the spring of 1980 at the Aladdin Hotel in Las Vegas, NV. Continue Reading »
4/30/2020 The ACI Foundation is pleased to announce its 2020 awardees. Continue Reading »
4/29/2020 The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Research Council (CRC) selected eight research projects to receive grants this year. The ACI Foundation is committed to progress in the industry by contributing financially to necessary and worthy research. Continue Reading »
4/29/2020 Jeffrey W. Coleman, ACI 2020-2021 president, shares his hope for your continued safety, along with brief updates on ACI operations and business in light of the current global pandemic. Continue Reading »
4/21/2020 The ACI Foundation is pleased to announce its 2020-2021 fellowship and scholarship recipients. The ACI Foundation is a non-profit subsidiary of ACI that promotes progress, innovation, and collaboration in the concrete industry through strategic investments in research, scholarship, and ideas. Continue Reading »
4/13/2020 Following cancellation of the ACI Concrete Convention in Rosemont/Chicago due to COVID-19, the American Concrete Institute transitioned its spring convention into a successful virtual convention – preserving the event’s long history as the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete. Continue Reading »
4/7/2020 New vice chairs have been announced for the ACI Foundation’s Strategic Development Council, Concrete Research Council, and Scholarship Council. Continue Reading »
4/6/2020 The ACI Foundation is pleased to announce the re-election of two trustees— Joseph Bracci and Antonio Nanni. They join Michael J. Schneider, current Chair of the Board of Trustees, and six other serving trustees. Continue Reading »
4/2/2020 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 »
4/1/2020 Long before ACI adopted our tagline of "Always Advancing," the Institute was called upon to help other industry associations grow and prosper. Continue Reading »
3/31/2020 ACI President Randall Poston, and ACI Vice President Jeffrey Coleman deliver virtual greetings. Continue Reading »
3/30/2020 The American Concrete Institute just recently completed its second seminar tour titled “ACI 318-19: Changes to the Concrete Design Standard.” Continue Reading »
3/26/2020 ACI has solutions for concrete industry professionals who want to take advantage now of industry-leading digital learning programs. Continue Reading »
3/19/2020 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 »
3/10/2020 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to recognize several professionals, groups, and companies for their outstanding contributions and dedication to ACI and the concrete industry. Continue Reading »
3/9/2020 ACI has announced its 2020 ACI Honorary Members. Continue Reading »
3/3/2020 From recent discussions with concrete professionals around the world, I have learned that it may seem like ACI is not engaged on the topic of sustainability. Nothing could be further from the truth. This is my last President's Memo, so I feel it is important to end my formal communications with a discussion of what ACI is doing with respect to sustainability. Continue Reading »
2/20/2020 The Great Northern Concrete Toboggan Race (GNCTR) – the largest and longest running Canadian undergraduate Engineering Competition – celebrated its 46th year January 29 – February 2, 2020 in Toronto, ON, Canada. Continue Reading »
2/11/2020 The Certified Association Executive (CAE) accreditation was awarded recently to ACI Foundation Executive Director, Ann Masek. The CAE is the highest professional credential in the association industry. Continue Reading »
2/5/2020 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 »
1/13/2020 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 »
11/20/2019 The ACI Foundation has partnered with the Carbon Leadership Forum on the formal launch of the public beta of the Embodied Carbon in Construction Calculator (EC3) tool. Continue Reading »
11/4/2019 ACI Certification courses, seminars, and exams will be offered this coming February during World of Concrete in Las Vegas, NV, USA. ACI also offers the lowest-available rate of $25 exhibits-only admission plus discounts to seminars when you register using code A21. 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 »
10/14/2019 ACI is pleased to announce the launch of a new program for U.S. military veterans who obtain an ACI certification. This rebate program was developed to provide recognition and appreciation to U.S. veterans for their service, and to help meet the growing demand for ACI-certified personnel. Continue Reading »
10/14/2019 The ACI Foundation announces that applications are being accepted from students for its ACI Middle East Fellowship for the 2020-2021 award year. Continue Reading »
10/11/2019 Five university graduate students will receive travel stipends in the amount of $1,000 to attend The Concrete Convention and Exposition October 20-24, 2019 in Cincinnati, OH, USA. Continue Reading »
8/7/2019 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 »
8/5/2019 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 »
8/1/2019 The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Research Council (CRC) seeks to advance the concrete industry through the funding of concrete research projects that further the knowledge and sustainability of concrete materials, construction, and structures. The annual request for proposals is open now through December 2, 2019. Continue Reading »
7/31/2019 Information on proven teaching methods and instructional resources was presented, in addition to updates on the latest industry technical information and trends. Continue Reading »
7/2/2019 The ACI Foundation announces that applications are now being accepted from graduate and undergraduate students for its 2020-2021 fellowships and scholarships. Continue Reading »
6/12/2019 ACI sponsored the 32nd Annual ASCE National Concrete Canoe Competition held June 6-8, 2019 on the campus of Florida Institute of Technology in Melbourne, FL, USA. Continue Reading »
5/6/2019 The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Research Council (CRC) selected six research projects to receive grants this year. The ACI Foundation is committed to progress in the industry by contributing financially to necessary and worthy research. Continue Reading »
4/22/2019 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to announce the first recipient of the Middle East Fellowship for the 2019-2020 award year. Continue Reading »
4/2/2019 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 »
4/1/2019 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 »
3/29/2019 Through generous donations from ACI members, and the concrete industry, more than $1 million has been raised for the ACI Foundation. ACI President Jeffrey W. Coleman announced the challenge to raise $1 million in October, 2020, during his term as president. To date, over $1,320,000 has been generously contributed to the ACI Foundation. Continue Reading »
3/1/2019 What a wonderful year I have had! I've frequently described the job as being an ambassador for ACI—spreading goodwill and interacting with our chapters, international partners, and student groups. Continue Reading »
1/31/2019 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to recognize several professionals, groups, and companies for their outstanding contributions and dedication to ACI and the concrete industry. Continue Reading »
1/30/2019 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 »
1/24/2019 The ACI Foundation’s Strategic Development Council (SDC) is pleased to announce that Charles S. Hanskat is the organization’s new Chair, effective January 1, 2019. Hanskat is the Executive Director of the American Shotcrete Association, (ASA), and is a former Vice Chair of SDC. Continue Reading »
1/22/2019 The American Concrete Institute (ACI), Farmington Hills, MI, and American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC), St. Louis, MO, announce the fourth edition of the best-selling Contractor’s Guide to Quality Concrete Construction is now available in printed and digital formats. Continue Reading »
1/15/2019 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 »
1/2/2019 ACI has a responsibility for ensuring public safety in concrete construction, but this goal requires that ACI aggressively meets marketplace demands for emerging technologies that improve quality and performance. Continue Reading »
12/14/2018 The American Concrete Institute (ACI), Farmington Hills, MI, and the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC), St. Louis, MO, announce the fourth edition of their best-selling Contractor’s Guide to Quality Concrete Construction will be available in late January 2019. Continue Reading »
11/29/2018 In pursuit of a future where everyone has the information needed to use concrete effectively to meet the demands of a changing world, the American Concrete Institute has increased its 2018 funding for the ACI Foundation to $1,000,000. Continue Reading »
11/12/2018 ACI courses, seminars, and exams will be offered this coming January during World of Concrete in Las Vegas, NV, USA. Find out more about World of Concrete along with ACI’s discounted registration. Continue Reading »
10/1/2018 ACI is busily training and educating the next generation of concrete professionals. It is one of the things we do the best. ACI is a better ACI when we adopt a bold and disruptive character. Continue Reading »
9/9/2018 The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Research Council (CRC) seeks to advance the concrete industry through the funding of concrete research projects that further the knowledge and sustainability of concrete materials, construction, and structures. Continue Reading »
8/1/2018 Research is essential to improve our understanding of structural mechanics, materials, and construction practices that lie at the heart of the ACI Collection as illustrated by the pyramid infographic taken from the ACI Outlook 2030 Report. Beyond that, research is one aspect of training university students who represent the next generation of leaders for the concrete industry. Continue Reading »
7/13/2018 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to announce the availability of a new fellowship specifically for students studying in the Middle East region. Funded by the American Concrete Institute and administered by the ACI Foundation, the Middle East Fellowship is open to graduate students currently attending a university in Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, or the United Arab Emirates. Continue Reading »
6/19/2018 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 »
6/14/2018 The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Research Council (CRC) will fund an unprecedented eight research projects this year. The funding displays the industry’s need for research, and the ACI Foundation’s commitment in addressing that need. Continue Reading »
6/1/2018 ACI President David Lange discusses ACI's vision for the future, and how ACI codes for building and construction must keep pace with advances. Continue Reading »
5/10/2018 The American Concrete Institute announces that it has provided the ACI Foundation with an additional one-time contribution of $360,000. These funds will be used by the ACI Foundation in 2018 and beyond to fund much-needed research in collaboration with the work of ACI committees. Continue Reading »
5/1/2018 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 »
4/30/2018 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 »
4/12/2018 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 »
4/2/2018 ACI Executive Vice President & ACI Foundation Trustee Ron Burg discusses the opportunity to make meaningful change within our industry. Continue Reading »
3/26/2018 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 »
3/8/2018 The Women in ACI (WACI) are dedicated to sharing the experience of professional and technical collaboration with emerging faces of concrete in the concrete industry by offering one full registration to The Concrete Convention and Exposition, valued at $835. Continue Reading »
3/1/2018 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 »
2/1/2018 ACI President Khaled Awad discusses how ACI is working diligently through codes, standards, and guides to integrate sustainability. Continue Reading »
1/31/2018 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 »
1/30/2018 ACI will bestow its highest honor – ACI Honorary Membership – on the following individuals at The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Salt Lake City, UT, USA, March 25-29, 2018. Continue Reading »
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 »
12/1/2017 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 »
11/1/2017 Long before Joseph Aspdin, a British bricklayer, patented portland cement in 1824, the Romans had built some of the most durable concrete structures civilizations have ever seen. But, as we look back at concrete production and delivery through the centuries and decades, it is difficult to claim that concrete has undergone radical innovation cycles. Continue Reading »
10/2/2017 The American Concrete Institute announces that it has increased its funding of the ACI Foundation by providing an additional $500,000 of annual mission funding and fully covering all operational expenses. Continue Reading »
9/19/2017 The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Research Council (CRC) seeks to advance the concrete industry through the funding of concrete research projects that further the knowledge and sustainability of concrete materials, construction, and structures. Continue Reading »
8/30/2017 Phase 2 of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA) 3-D Printed Habitat Challenge took place August 17-19, 2017, in Peoria, Illinois, USA, and ACI was on hand to speak to students and public about the institute, and the use of concrete in 3-D printing and extraterrestrial concrete. Continue Reading »
8/2/2017 A patented algae-based supplementary binder and additive for concrete is just one of the Technology Showcases scheduled for the Technology Forum 42 taking place in Reston, Virginia, USA, September 6-7, 2017. Continue Reading »
7/12/2017 ACI is a global authority in research and innovation in concrete, and is committed to leading the way in disseminating research knowledge to benefit all participants in the concrete industry, with the vision to provide everyone with the knowledge needed to use concrete effectively to meet the demands of a changing world. Continue Reading »
6/23/2017 ACI traveled to the Colorado School of Mines in Golden, CO, USA, last week to connect with students, faculty advisors, and young professionals at the 30th Annual National Concrete Canoe Competition. Continue Reading »
6/12/2017 The ACI Foundation will provide $200,000 of research funding through four $50,000 research grants this year. Projects are vetted and selected by the Foundation’s working group on research, the Concrete Research Council. Continue Reading »
5/22/2017 The ACI Foundation is pleased to announce its 2017-2018 fellowship and scholarship winners. Continue Reading »
5/2/2017 The Don Marks Memorial Fellowship will honor Marks’ legacy by providing support to an undergraduate or master’s student seeking a builder’s “hands on” career in the concrete construction industry. Continue Reading »
4/4/2017 ACI Executive Vice President Ron Burg talks about some recent organizational activities undertaken and research conducted under the auspices of the ACI Foundation that need to be—and should be—recognized. Continue Reading »
4/4/2017 Further cementing its place as a staple event during ACI's annual Spring Convention and Exposition, the fifth annual Stehly Memorial Hockey Game took place this past week in Detroit, MI, USA. Continue Reading »
3/31/2017 Attendees to the ACI Concrete Convention and Exposition in Detroit on March 25-29, 2017, learned about the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA) multi-phase challenge to build a 3-D printed habitat on Mars. Continue Reading »
3/31/2017 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) introduced its 2017-2018 president, vice president, and four board members during The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Detroit, MI, USA, this month. Khaled W. Awad has been elected to serve as president of the Institute for 2017-2018. Continue Reading »
3/27/2017 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 »
3/27/2017 Tom Flick was the keynote speaker at The Concrete Convention and Exposition, Detroit, MI, USA, and he challenged attendees to be leaders in a keynote presentation titled “Leadership in a Faster Moving World.” Continue Reading »
3/25/2017 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to recognize several professionals, groups, and companies for their outstanding contributions and dedication to ACI and the concrete industry. Continue Reading »
3/14/2017 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to recognize several professionals, groups, and companies for their outstanding contributions and dedication to ACI and the concrete industry. Continue Reading »
3/1/2017 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 »
2/27/2017 ACI will bestow its highest honor – ACI Honorary Membership – on the following individuals at The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Detroit, MI, USA, March 26-30, 2017 - David W. Fowler; Luis E. García; Satyendra K. Ghosh; and Koji Sakai. Continue Reading »
2/1/2017 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 »
12/19/2016 As another year of our 113-year history comes to a close, I’d like to take a moment to share with you some of the many highlights from within our member community – because only through our collective accomplishments are we able to truly realize the strength of our membership. Continue Reading »
12/6/2016 The design, detailing, and execution of concrete to resist weathering action, chemical attack, abrasion, and other processes of deterioration over its intended service life determines its durability. The new ACI 201.2R-16 Guide to Durable Concrete discusses the important mechanisms of concrete deterioration. Continue Reading »
11/3/2016 Nearly 2,000 attendees and guests gathered for The Concrete Convention and Exposition, October 23-27, 2016, Philadelphia, PA, USA, joining colleagues for sessions, committee meetings, a student competition, awards, networking, social events, and the much-anticipated ACI Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards. Continue Reading »
11/2/2016 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 »
11/1/2016 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 »
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 »
10/23/2016 On Sunday, October 23, 2016, the American Concrete Institute presented four awards during The Concrete Convention and Exposition, in Philadelphia, PA, USA. 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 »
9/1/2016 ACI President Michael Schneider discusses how Building Information Modeling (BIM) use is increasing in all sectors of the Architecture, Engineering and Construction Industry, government agencies (both foreign and domestic), and institutional-type owners. ACI's goal is to assist the Cast-in-Place concrete industry in moving forward with BIM. Continue Reading »
5/12/2016 This year, the Portland Cement Association is celebrating its centennial year. The organization sees its centennial year as an opportunity to celebrate not only the association itself, but also the great progress the industry has made and the role that concrete will continue to have in building a resilient, sustainable world. Continue Reading »
4/25/2016 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 »
4/19/2016 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 »
4/19/2016 The fourth installment of the Richard D. Stehly Memorial Hockey Game took place as American Concrete Institute members and staff skated to honor the late former ACI President and raise funds for the Richard D. Stehly Memorial Scholarship. Continue Reading »
4/18/2016 The American Concrete Institute announces that the ACI Foundation has exceeded its original fundraising goal for its Daniel W. Falconer Memorial Fellowship. The Falconer Fellowship will be offered through the ACI Foundation, a non-profit subsidiary of ACI and will be first awarded during the 2017-2018 school year. Continue Reading »
3/1/2016 It has been my honor to represent the American Concrete Institute as its 92nd President during the past year. I have interacted with members from across the Institute and met people from around the world, and they all shared a vision for improving our infrastructure, and the overall quality of life, through the use of concrete. Continue Reading »
3/1/2016 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 »
2/16/2016 On March 3, 2016 a one-day ACI 318-14 seminar will be held in Dubai, UAE. Sponsored by Advanced Construction Technology Services the seminar will include coverage of overall organizational philosophy of the new code; scope, hierarchy, interpretation, and types of ACI documents; and much more. Continue Reading »
1/27/2016 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 »
1/11/2016 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to announce the promotion of Christopher J. Darnell to Managing Director, Customer & Product Strategy. In support of ACI’s strategic goal of being more efficient, agile, and effective, Darnell will focus efforts on improving the member and customer experience by aligning Institute products and services with user expectations, market demand, and communication channels. 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 »
11/9/2015 On Sunday, November 8, 2015, the American Concrete Institute presented six awards and delivered the next presentation of the Katharine and Bryant Mather Commemorative Lecture Series during The Concrete Convention and Exposition. Continue Reading »
10/7/2015 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 »
10/1/2015 The ACI Foundation, a non-profit subsidiary of the American Concrete Institute, has announced the formation of the Daniel W. Falconer Memorial Fellowship, created in honor of the late Dan Falconer, who passed away July 29, 2015 after a courageous battle with cancer. Dan served as ACI’s Managing Director of Engineering for more than 17 years. Continue Reading »
9/24/2015 Every year, a substantial amount of ready-mixed concrete is returned to concrete plants for disposal due to many reasons, such as excessive slump loss during transport, surplus production and trial batches. One of the main reasons for rejecting a great number of truckloads of concrete every year is due to the strict accordance to the 90-minute time limit. Continue Reading »
8/13/2015 Good news for ACI members, industry leaders, chapter leaders, partner associations, and international partners—ACI has launched a Marketing Toolkit. Continue Reading »
6/1/2015 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 »
5/29/2015 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 »
4/23/2015 The recent Concrete Convention and Exposition in Kansas City, MO, USA, provided concrete professionals with numerous learning and social events. Continue Reading »
4/16/2015 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 »
3/10/2015 The Concrete Joint Sustainability Initiative (CJSI) announced the appointment of Julie Buffenbarger as chair of CJSI. The coalition also elected James Toscas and Kevin Mlutkowski as vice chairs focusing on advocacy and operations, respectively. Continue Reading »
2/1/2015 Making a difference in the concrete industry can be a difficult task. To do so requires research on new methods, techniques, and materials. But it also means changing the way we think about that construction material called concrete. And to cultivate new thinking, we need experienced engineers to be adaptable and willing to accept change. Continue Reading »
1/26/2015 The American Concrete Institute is excited to be part of the Concrete Industry Management (CIM) tenth annual fundraising auction, to be held at the World of Concrete on Wednesday, February 4, 2015, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. ACI will be exhibiting at the World of Concrete at Booth S10339. Continue Reading »
1/7/2015 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 »
11/6/2014 The ACI Foundation has announced the establishment of a new fellowship – the Barbara S. and W. Calvin McCall Carolinas Fellowship. Continue Reading »
10/22/2014 On Sunday, October 26, 2014, the American Concrete Institute (ACI) presents six awards and delivers the next presentation of the Katharine and Bryant Mather Commemorative Lecture Series during the ACI Fall 2014 Convention Opening Session. Continue Reading »
8/11/2014 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 »
8/5/2014 In its quest to align donors, researchers, and funders with concrete research projects, the ACI Foundation has united with several industry partners by formal Memoranda of Agreements to form the Concrete Research Network (CRN). Continue Reading »
7/2/2014 The ACI Foundation announces leadership changes for its Board, the Strategic Development Council (SDC), and the Concrete Research Council (CRC). Continue Reading »
6/25/2014 The ACI Foundation, a wholly-owned and non-profit subsidiary of the American Concrete Institute (ACI), has awarded seven Student Fellowships and eight Graduate Scholarships for the 2014-2015 academic year Continue Reading »
6/19/2014 This year, the ACI Foundation is offering ten fellowships for undergraduate and graduate students, eight scholarships for graduate students and one scholarship for undergraduate students studying concrete, through funds from the American Concrete Institute, ACI members, and corporate donors. Continue Reading »
6/10/2014 The ACI Foundation, a wholly-owned and non-profit subsidiary of the American Concrete Institute (ACI), announces the opening of its student Fellowship and Scholarship program for the 2015-2016 academic year. Continue Reading »
4/11/2014 Take a look at all the excitement that took place at the ACI Spring 2014 Convention in Reno, Nevada, March 23-27, 2014. Continue Reading »
4/3/2014 The ACI Foundation has announced the establishment of a new fellowship in honor of the founders of the ACI Foundation Fellowship Program Continue Reading »
3/27/2014 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 »
3/10/2014 The ACI Foundation has unveiled an updated identity that more accurately represents its strong connection to ACI while driving progress, innovation, and collaboration in the concrete industry Continue Reading »
3/1/2014 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 »
2/10/2014 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 »
2/4/2014 The ACI Foundation is pleased to present a "Tribute to the Fellowship Founders," a gala dinner event to acknowledge and thank the founders of the ACI Foundation’s Student Fellowship Program and all who have generously helped fund the ACI Foundation’s scholarships and fellowships. Continue Reading »
2/3/2014 I invite you to participate in a very special event. On Monday, March 24, at the ACI Spring 2014 convention in Reno, NV, the ACI Foundation will host a dinner to express gratitude to the founders and funders of one of the Institute’s most successful programs: the ACI Student Fellowship Program. Continue Reading »
1/17/2014 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 »
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