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Hot Weather Concrete Resources

6/18/2025
As the weather heats up, concrete construction professionals start to think about hot weather concreting strategies. Hot weather concreting can be a challenge – make your next hot weather concreting project a success by taking advantage of ACI’s learning tools.   Continue Reading »

ACI Foundation Celebrates New Trustees and Re-Election of an Existing Trustee

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 »

The ACI Foundation's 2025-2026 Fellowship and Scholarship Recipients

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 »

ACI Puts Spotlight on the Future with New Convention Initiatives Aimed at Engaging and Retaining Young Members

4/9/2025
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) rolled out several new initiatives at the spring ACI Convention that are designed to strengthen engagement and retention among young members. With a focus on inclusivity and mentorship, ACI aims to equip the next generation with the tools and connections that support long-term involvement in the concrete industry.   Continue Reading »

Maria Juenger Elected President of American Concrete Institute

4/3/2025
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces its 2025-2026 president, vice president, and four board members.   Continue Reading »

A Salute to Concrete Enthusiasts

3/3/2025
In his final President's Memo, ACI President Michael Paul reflects on his time as president, as well as his ACI career.   Continue Reading »

Striving to Make All of Our Infrastructure Resilient

1/31/2025
In February's President's Memo, ACI President Michael Paul discusses the importance of ACI's guidance in building concrete infrastructure essential to sustainable and resilient urban development.   Continue Reading »

PRO Announces PS=Ø® as Newest Member

1/22/2025
PRO: An ACI Center of Excellence for Advancing Productivity is pleased to welcome PS=Ø ® who have joined as its newest Bronze Member.   Continue Reading »

ACI Certification Supports Concrete Construction Worldwide

1/3/2025
ACI certifications are fundamentally important to the Institute and the concrete industry, throughout the United States and in many other countries.   Continue Reading »

American Concrete Institute Publishes Code Requirements for Low-Carbon Concrete

11/5/2024
The American Concrete Institute, through the work of ACI Committee 323, has released ACI CODE-323-24: Low-Carbon Concrete—Code Requirements and Commentary. The Code provides provisions for concrete where reduced global warming potential (GWP) is required. The Code was developed by a consensus process and provides commentary along with references for the user desiring to study individual questions in greater detail.   Continue Reading »

ACI Chapters and Sponsoring Groups Advance Concrete Excellence

11/1/2024
One of the brilliant blessings of serving as ACI President is the opportunity to visit chapters and meet with chapter members and officers and with the leaders of local sponsoring groups (LSGs). Although this also happens at chapter roundtables during ACI Concrete Conventions, and those held regionally, there is nothing better than meeting chapter members on their home turf.   Continue Reading »

“Always advancing” Concrete in Projects of All Shapes and Sizes

8/1/2024
As ACI expands and deepens its international reach, the need greatly increases for solid, relevant, and user-friendly concrete knowledge and good practices for small, ordinary projects that are fundamental and critical in emerging economies.   Continue Reading »

PRO Announces Somero® Enterprises, Inc. as Newest Center of Excellence Member

5/14/2024
PRO welcomes Somero Enterprises, Inc. as its newest Silver Member   Continue Reading »

The ACI Foundation's 2024-2025 Fellowship and Scholarship Recipients

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 »

ACI-RILEM Joint Webinar for Young Members To Highlight Cementitious Materials for Advanced Construction

1/17/2024
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 »

Working Toward a Global Consensus on Low-Carbon Concrete

1/2/2024
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 »

ACI Announces Forthcoming Low-Carbon Concrete Code at COP28

12/14/2023
The Institute recently unveiled ACI CODE-323-24 Low-Carbon Concrete at COP28 in Dubai, UAE   Continue Reading »

ACI Sustainability Efforts Unveiled at UN Climate Change Conference

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 »

American Concrete Institute Honors Outstanding Contributions to the Industry

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 »

American Concrete Institute's New Mid-Atlantic Resource Center Opening in Columbia, Maryland

8/17/2023
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is opening a third Resource Center, located in Columbia, MD, to serve Mid-Atlantic based communities in the concrete industry.   Continue Reading »

ACI Foundation Funds 11 New Research Projects

6/15/2023
The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Research Council (CRC) selected 11 research projects to receive grants this year.   Continue Reading »

ACI’s Big Picture

6/1/2023
ACI President Antonio Nanni discusses international outreach, the spring ACI Concrete Convention, and the importance of sustainability to ACI and the industry.   Continue Reading »

The ACI Foundation's 2023-2024 Fellowship and Scholarship Recipients

5/2/2023
The ACI Foundation is pleased to announce its 2023-2024 fellowship and scholarship recipients.   Continue Reading »

ACI Kurdistan Chapter Co-Organizes Earthquake Hazard Workshop

4/4/2023
The ACI Kurdistan Chapter and the Ministry of Housing and Construction of the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) jointly organized a one-day workshop on Protecting the Kurdistan Region from Earthquake Hazards on February 21, 2023, in Erbil, Kurdistan.   Continue Reading »

Strengthening the Foundation and Our Future Leaders

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 »

ACI Foundation Funds 10 New Research Projects

5/19/2022
The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Research Council (CRC) selected 10 research projects to receive grants this year.   Continue Reading »

American Concrete Institute Opens New Midwest Resource Center in Illinois

4/28/2022
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) has opened a second Resource Center, located in the Chicago Metropolitan Area, to serve Midwest communities in the concrete industry.   Continue Reading »

ACI Foundation Announces New Council Chairs

4/22/2022
New chairs have been announced for the ACI Foundation’s Concrete Innovation Council, Concrete Research Council, and Scholarship Council.   Continue Reading »

ACI Foundation 2022-2023 Fellowship and Scholarship Recipients

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 »

American Concrete Institute Releases New Repair Code

2/3/2022
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) has released ACI CODE-562-21 Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures - Code and Commentary in print and digital formats.   Continue Reading »

Achieving Excellence

2/1/2022
ACI President Cary Kopczynski discusses the advantages of the new ACI Centers of Excellence which are inherently nimble and more focused than ACI, and how these strategic differences will allow for rapid progress.   Continue Reading »

ACI Publishes New Concrete Field Testing Technician -- Grade I Workbook

1/11/2022
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) has released a new, 40th edition of its most popular certification publication, CP-1: Technician Workbook for ACI Certification of Concrete Field Testing Technician -- Grade I.   Continue Reading »

ACI Reintroduces Concrete Fundamentals as Softcover Book; Lowers Price

10/25/2021
The American Concrete Institute is pleased to reintroduce its popular concrete craftsmen's book, CCS-0 Concrete Fundamentals, as a softcover book with a new lower price.   Continue Reading »

Student Beam Competition Winners

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 »

The ACI Foundation's 2021-2022 Fellowship and Scholarship Recipients

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 »

ACI 123 Concrete Research Poster Session Winners

4/13/2021
ACI Committee 123, Research and Current Developments announced the winners of the Spring 2021 Concrete Research Poster Contest. A total of 16 graduate students entered the two-part virtual session on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 during the ACI Virtual Concrete Convention.   Continue Reading »

Cary S. Kopczynski Elected President of American Concrete Institute

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 »

American Concrete Institute Honors Outstanding Contributions to the Industry

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 »

ACI’s New Honorary Members

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 »

Impact of Hot Weather Conditions on Concrete Repair

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 »

Legal Issues in Concrete Construction - Lessons Learned

2/15/2021
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 »

The Concrete Industry in the Era of Artificial Intelligence

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 »

ACI Publishes 2021 Webinar Lineup

12/7/2020
The American Concrete Institute’s live webinar lineup for 2021 is now available. These webinars are presented by ACI University and offer a wide variety of high-demand concrete related topics delivered by some of the brightest minds in the field of concrete materials, design, and construction.   Continue Reading »

ACI Publishes Updated Shotcrete for the Craftsman

12/2/2020
The American Concrete Institute recently released an updated version of its popular “Shotcrete for the Craftsman” publication, one of the five titles available in the ACI Concrete Craftsman series. ACI’s “Shotcrete for the Craftsman” provides shotcrete nozzlemen with an understanding of basic concrete technology and describes and illustrates how to properly place quality shotcrete.   Continue Reading »

ACI Foundation Announces the Roger S. Johnston Memorial Scholarship

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 »

ACI Foundation Councils Announce New Vice Chairs

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 »

Jeffrey W. Coleman Elected President of American Concrete Institute

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 »

Video Greetings from Current & Incoming ACI Presidents

3/31/2020
ACI President Randall Poston, and ACI Vice President Jeffrey Coleman deliver virtual greetings.   Continue Reading »

Advance Your Skills Now Through ACI’s Digital Learning Programs

3/26/2020
ACI has solutions for concrete industry professionals who want to take advantage now of industry-leading digital learning programs.   Continue Reading »

ACI’s New Honorary Members

3/9/2020
ACI has announced its 2020 ACI Honorary Members.   Continue Reading »

Concrete Research Poster Winners

11/26/2019
ACI Committee 123, Research and Current Developments, recently announced the winners of their bi-annual poster competition held in conjunction with the ACI Concrete Convention in Cincinnati, OH, USA.   Continue Reading »

Developing New Members—and Leaders

11/1/2019
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 »

ACI Young Professionals Selected for 2019 Emerging Leaders Alliance Program

7/2/2019
Eight ACI Young Professional Members will represent the American Concrete Institute during the Emerging Leaders Alliance (ELA) conference November 3-6, 2019 at The Westin Tysons Corner in Falls Church, VA, USA.   Continue Reading »

New ACI Certificate Program Packages

5/21/2019
Take advantage of the new ACI University Certificate program packages. You can now obtain in-depth knowledge about several topics and earn a program certificate.   Continue Reading »

ACI Foundation Funds Research Projects

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 »

My ACI Journey

5/1/2019
ACI President Randall W. Poston discusses his journey in ACI, including his work as Chair of the Technical Activities Committee, and Chair of ACI Committee 318, Structural Concrete Building Code.   Continue Reading »

Randall W. Poston Elected President of American Concrete Institute

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 »

Outstanding Concrete Projects in Quebec Over the Last 50 Years

3/27/2019
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 »

Undergraduate Research Session Highlights Latest Advances in Concrete Technology and Research

3/25/2019
Undergraduate students were invited to submit an abstract describing their concrete related research on concrete materials, structural design, construction, or other concrete related issues.   Continue Reading »

ACI’s New Honorary Members

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 »

ACI Student Forum Focuses on Research and Regional Competitions

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 »

Chapter Roundtable and Competition at Reunión del Concreto 2018

10/1/2018
The grand prize winner received a $2,000 travel stipend from ACI along with financial support to attend the Spring 2019 ACI Convention in Quebec City, Canada.   Continue Reading »

Embracing Innovation in Education

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 »

Eco-Concrete Competition Winners

9/19/2018
The winners of a regional ACI Eco-Concrete Student Competition recently received their awards at the Future Concrete 2018 conference in Dbayeh, Lebanon.   Continue Reading »

2018 Young Professional Essay Contest Winner

8/8/2018
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 »

ACI Foundation Funds Unprecedented Eight Research Projects

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 »

2018-2019 ACI Foundation Fellowship and Scholarship Recipients Announced

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 »

ACI Delivers Custom Certification Program to Institute of Concrete Technology

4/27/2018
In March 2018, ACI Certification staff traveled to the U.K. for further development of a British Standards/European Norms-based ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician program in cooperation with the Institute for Concrete Technology (ICT).   Continue Reading »

ACI Hosts First International Seminars on Concrete Repair Code

4/19/2018
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 »

Repair of Concrete

3/28/2018
“Concrete Repairs: The Basics Still Matter: Contributions and Principles Adopted by the Industry,” was the first presentation in a two-part concrete repair session held at The Concrete Convention and Exposition, Salt Lake City, UT, USA, March 28, 2018, to honor the contributions of Tony Murray (who passed away in 2016) to ACI and the concrete repair community.   Continue Reading »

International Connections at The Concrete Convention and Exposition

3/25/2018
The International Forum took place at The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Salt Lake City, UT, USA, March 25, 2018.   Continue Reading »

Road to New Transport Infrastructure

3/25/2018
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 »

ACI to Sponsor Building Safety Month 2018

3/15/2018
ACI is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the International Code Council’s 2018 Building Safety Month.   Continue Reading »

ACI Concrete Essentials Seminar Series

2/13/2018
The ACI Concrete Essentials Seminar Series will take place at the Big 5 Heavy Show in Dubai, UAE, March 26-27, 2018.   Continue Reading »

American Concrete Institute Honors Outstanding Contributions to the Industry

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 »

ACI’s New Honorary Members

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 »

ACI Education Committee Chair Recognized as 2018 Most Influential in the Concrete Industry

1/29/2018
ACI is pleased to announce that Frances Griffith, FACI, Chair of ACI Educational Activities Committee, has been named as one of 2018’s Most Influential People in the Concrete Industry by Concrete Construction magazine.   Continue Reading »

American Concrete Institute Announces International Partnership with the Indonesian Society of Civil and Structural Engineers

1/8/2018
ACI recently signed an International Partnership Agreement with the Indonesian Society of Civil and Structural Engineers (HAKI).   Continue Reading »

ACI Launches New Concrete Construction Certificate Program

12/5/2017
The American Concrete Institute (ACI), announces the launch of a new certificate program available through ACI University.   Continue Reading »

ACI Has A New Mission ... A Bold One

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 »

ACI Headed to World of Concrete

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 »

New Improved ACI University App Available

10/27/2017
The ACI University App has new features that will help concrete industry professionals stay up-to-date, with more content and easier access to all ACI’s concrete resources.   Continue Reading »

American Concrete Institute Announces Winners of Eco Concrete, and Egg Protection Device Student Competitions

10/24/2017
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces the winners of its Egg Protection Device Competition, and Eco Concrete Competition. The competitions took place at the ACI Fall 2017 Convention in Anaheim, CA, USA.   Continue Reading »

Preserving Existing Infrastructure

10/18/2017
The 3rd ACI/JCI Joint Seminar on Existing Structures was held at The Concrete Convention and Exposition, Anaheim, CA, recently. This four-part seminar included a series of presentations that explored topics related to the challenges in the preservation of existing concrete bridges and building infrastructure.   Continue Reading »

Environmental Safety a Hot Topic During ACI Student Forum

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 »

Contractors’ Day Highlights

10/17/2017
General contractors, project managers, and concrete industry professionals gathered for sessions, a lunch presentation, and an evening networking event, as part of Contractors’ Day at The Concrete Convention and Exposition in Anaheim, CA.   Continue Reading »

Reduced Price on ACI TechNotes

8/4/2017
TechNotes are now available in the ACI store at a reduced price. TechNotes are brief, narrowly focused, single-topic guides -- are usually practice oriented and present specific direction on a particular issue, and may contain pictures, figures, tables, and numeric examples.   Continue Reading »

2017 – 2018 ACI Foundation Fellowship and Scholarship Recipients Announced

5/22/2017
The ACI Foundation is pleased to announce its 2017-2018 fellowship and scholarship winners.   Continue Reading »

Hot Weather Concreting—Methods for Success

4/28/2017
Hot weather concreting can be a challenge – to minimize the disadvantages, and make your next hot weather concreting project a success, use ACI’s resources, including ACI University online courses, free online education presentations, publications, and journal articles.   Continue Reading »

Building Codes Protect Citizens

4/25/2017
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 »

ACI Leads with Resources for the Concrete Professional at World of Concrete

1/27/2017
World of Concrete 2017 attendees were enthusiastic about the selection of ACI resources available at the show recently. ACI’s experts were on hand every day during World of Concrete 2017 answering technical questions, and guiding attendees to ACI’s many knowledge resources.   Continue Reading »

¿Qué es el concreto?

12/20/2016
What is Concrete? This basic question and many more are answered in the CCS-0S(16) Concrete Fundamentals - Spanish Language Version. In full color, with updated content and dual units, Fundamentos del concreto is intended for anyone who wants an introduction to concrete and concrete construction. Chapters cover concrete basics, materials, construction practices, testing, and more.   Continue Reading »

Celebrate the Success of 2016

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 »

Durable Concrete

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 »

Successful Cold Weather Concreting

12/6/2016
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 »

American Concrete Institute Announces Winners of Annual Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards

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 »

ACI Presents "Excellence" Award to Palazzo Italia (Italian Pavilion Expo 2015) in Milan, Italy

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 »

Latest Research Highlights Unique Efforts in Concrete Sustainability

10/18/2016
Waste tires used in self-compacting concrete. Oil industry waste used as a partial replacement of cement. Ground granulated blast furnace slag used in place of natural coarse aggregates. These concepts are just a few examples of current research into sustainable technologies in the concrete industry, available through ACI’s Materials Journal.   Continue Reading »

Learn Online at ACI University

8/1/2016
In my 40+ years in the construction industry, I have come to understand the value and importance of lifelong learning. ACI University is a training resource that provides online access to a wide range of concrete topics and the opportunity to earn CEU/PDH credits. The content of ACI University has greatly increased since its launch.   Continue Reading »

American Concrete Institute Announces New Concrete Repair Code

6/13/2016
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 »

100 Years and Counting

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 »

Repair and Recycle

4/21/2016
The themes of repair and recycle were dominant at the "ACI 562 Concrete Repair Code, Applicability, and Use” session held at The Concrete Convention and Exposition, Milwaukee, WI, USA, on Wednesday, April 20, 2016.   Continue Reading »

Sharing and Learning at the International Forum

4/17/2016
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 »

Advancing Seismic Research, Education, and Practice

4/6/2016
Global seismic research is enabling ACI to proactively gather and share information on transformational ideas, practices, and techniques.   Continue Reading »

ACI Vice President Keynotes Regional Concrete Conference

3/21/2016
The ACI Dakota Chapter co-sponsored the 52nd Annual Concrete Conference held on Friday, March 4, 2016 at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology attracting over 100 concrete experts from all over the country.   Continue Reading »

American Concrete Institute Expands its Concrete Craftsman Series with New Books on Concrete Fundamentals and Decorative Concrete

2/3/2016
The American Concrete Institute expands its Concrete Craftsman Series with two new books for concrete industry professionals—Concrete Fundamentals and Placing and Finishing Decorative Concrete Flatwork.   Continue Reading »

ACI Expands its Concrete Craftsman Series with New Books on Concrete Fundamentals and Decorative Concrete

1/28/2016
In direct response to feedback from members and customers, the American Concrete Institute has published two new books as part of its Concrete Craftsman Series to provide guidance and best practices to concrete contractors. The new Concrete Fundamentals and Placing and Finishing Decorative Concrete Flatwork books provide concrete industry professionals with indispensable information.   Continue Reading »

ACI Team Conducts Research Following 2015 Earthquake in Nepal

1/22/2016
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 »

ACI University App—Increasing Your Concrete Education

1/13/2016
Access to ACI University and all its online courses and webinars is now easier than ever. The updated ACI University App provides access to information on over 100 online courses, education publications, and free publications, and includes expanded categories, a new search function, automatic course update, and additional courses.   Continue Reading »

Ideas Matter—Guest Author Frances Griffith

1/4/2016
Many new ideas are in the works to bring the best and most current education to concrete professionals. I encourage everyone to visit an educational committee meeting the next time you attend The Concrete Convention and Exposition. Your participation in ACI educational programs can help turn great ideas into reality.   Continue Reading »

American Concrete Institute Hosts 9th International Workshop ‘Structural Concrete in the Americas and Beyond’ before The Concrete Convention & Exposition

11/7/2015
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 »

Recycled Concrete–A Sustainable Choice

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 »

American Concrete Institute Announces Key Staff Promotions

9/10/2015
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 »

Constructability in the Mile-High City

8/17/2015
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 »

Addressing Grand Challenges

7/1/2015
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 »

Chill Out–The Challenge of Hot Weather Concreting

5/13/2015
As the weather heats up, concrete construction professionals start to think about hot weather concreting strategies. Hot weather concreting can be a challenge – make your next hot weather concreting project a success by taking advantage of ACI’s learning tools.   Continue Reading »

ACI Visits India to Exchange Technical Knowledge; Build Alliances

5/7/2015
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 »

American Concrete Institute Honors Outstanding Contributions to the Industry

4/12/2015
On Sunday, April 12, 2015, the American Concrete Institute (ACI) recognized over 100 professionals, groups, and companies for their outstanding contributions and dedication to ACI and the concrete industry. Awards were presented during The Concrete Convention and Exposition Opening Session and Awards Program, in Kansas City, Missouri.   Continue Reading »

American Concrete Institute Launches ACI University and New Certificate Program

2/2/2015
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 »

ACI Launches University and Certificate Program

2/1/2015
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 »

American Concrete Institute Lanza la Edición Español de Código de Construcción del ACI 318-14

1/12/2015
El Instituto Americano del Concreto (ACI) se complace en anunciar el lanzamiento de la edición en español del ACI 318-14: Requisitos del Código de Construcción para Concreto Estructural. El 2015 Código Internacional de Construcción hace referencia 318-14. Una pulgada-libra versión en español también ha sido lanzado.   Continue Reading »

Always Advancing Education

1/5/2015
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 »

American Concrete Institute Announces New International Business Development Director

6/5/2014
The American Concrete Institute announces the addition of its new International Business Development Director, Bernard A. Pekor.   Continue Reading »

A Legacy of Codes

12/1/2013
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when someone men­tions the American Concrete Institute?   Continue Reading »

Dedicated to Concrete Repair

11/27/2013
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Reorganized for the Future of Structural Concrete

11/27/2013
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What about the Concrete Apps? (Guest Author William E. Rushing Jr., ACI Senior Vice President)

9/1/2013
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Frame the Future

6/1/2013
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Over the Horizon

3/1/2013
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Advancing Concrete Knowledge

12/1/2012
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A Whole Lotta Performance Goin' On

4/1/2011
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ACI’s Nimbleness (or its Flexible Strength)

6/1/2010
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Can We Improve School Safety in Earthquakes?

7/1/2008
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We're Still ACI International

1/1/2008
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It's Time to Invest

10/1/2007
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To Create Opportunity for Concrete Construction Competitiveness and Innovation-Think like a Master Builder

7/1/2006
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Togetherness Wins

7/1/2005
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A Delicate Balance

8/1/2004
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Breaking Down Silos

7/1/2004
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Conventions and Chapters: How ACI Works

6/1/2000
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Living and Working Underground

2/1/2000
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Protecting the Public

12/1/1999
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South America Visits

11/1/1999
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A Swan Song

3/1/1999
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ACI and Engineering Education

1/1/1999
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Summer Days at ACI

8/1/1998
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Exit FIP, Exit CEB — Enter fib!

7/1/1998
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For Starters

5/1/1998
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Stimulating R&D in the Concrete Industry; ACI's Strategic Development Council

7/1/1997
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