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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 »
1/9/2025 Registration Opens for Spring 2025 ACI Concrete Convention in Toronto, Canada Continue Reading »
11/13/2024 ACI is excited to announce a major upgrade to its concrete repair resources. Beginning November 12, 2024, the current ACI Concrete Repair Subscription will transition to the new ACI 562 PLUS Repair Subscription. This change is part of ACI's ongoing commitment to providing the most advanced and user-friendly resources for professionals in the concrete industry. Continue Reading »
10/17/2024 The Michel Bakhoum International Collaboration Award, founded in 2024, honors the memory of Prof. Michel Bakhoum, ACI Member, and internationally known structural engineer, researcher, and educator. Continue Reading »
6/12/2024 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is excited to host the ACI Concrete Convention in Philadelphia, PA, USA. Continue Reading »
5/1/2024 The American Concrete Institute has released the 2024 ACI Collection of Concrete Codes, Specifications, and Practices. 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 »
2/1/2024 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 »
1/30/2024 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to bring the ACI Concrete Convention to New Orleans, Louisiana, USA. Known as the world's gathering place for advancing concrete, the convention will take place March 24-28, 2024. Continue Reading »
11/20/2023 ACI Contractor Members now have access to annual subscriptions that allow free access to all ACI University webinars and on-demand courses, plus unlimited access to the Institute’s 200+ practices (including all ACI guides and reports) and symposium volumes. Continue Reading »
11/1/2023 ACI President Antonio Nanni discusses his recent travels to Australia, Indonesia, Thailand, and Bangladesh. “ACI is an international organization with a reach and influence (and with that a responsibility) that go way beyond what many may think. We must strengthen our international position not to dominate or impose but, on the contrary, to be a trustworthy and competent contributor to the betterment of our industry for a safer and cleaner world. Continue Reading »
6/20/2023 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to bring the ACI Concrete Convention to Boston, Massachusetts, USA. Continue Reading »
5/25/2023 The Institute exhibited at the Concrete Expo held at the ExCel Center in London. 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 »
5/4/2023 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the International Code Council’s (ICC) 43rd annual Building Safety Month. Continue Reading »
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 American Concrete Institute has released the 2023 ACI Collection of Concrete Codes, Specifications, and Practices. 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 »
3/16/2023 The American Concrete Institute, through the work of ACI Committee 506, has released ACI PRC-506-22: Shotcrete—Guide. The newly introduced guide provides information on materials and properties of both dry-mix and wet-mix shotcrete and covers most facets of the shotcrete process including application procedures, equipment requirements, and responsibilities of the shotcrete crew. 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 »
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 »
1/16/2023 PRO: An ACI Center of Excellence for Advancing Concrete Industry Productivity has been launched by the American Concrete Institute (ACI). As a catalyst for solving the barriers of constructability to advance concrete construction productivity, PRO will collaborate with designers, materials suppliers, and contractors to identify and resolve issues that negatively impact productivity in concrete construction. 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 »
11/15/2022 On October 23-27, 2022, the ACI Concrete Convention was attended both in-person and virtually by over 2,500 professionals and students from around the world. Continue Reading »
11/7/2022 In anticipation of the retirement of ACI Executive Vice President Ron Burg, the ACI Search Committee, and executive search firm Russell Reynolds Associates have released the position specifications for the association’s next Executive Vice President. 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 »
8/1/2022 Fibers are transforming the industry and gone are the days when phrases like “it doesn’t hurt my concrete” were used to describe fibers. So, what’s going on in the “fiber world?” Continue Reading »
7/18/2022 NEx: An ACI Center of Excellence for Nonmetallic Building Materials is eager to announce ExxonMobil Upstream Integrated Solutions Company and ExxonMobil Chemical Company – a division of ExxonMobil Corporation (hereinafter ExxonMobil) as a Gold Supporting Member. ACI and ExxonMobil organizations will work together to help drive NEx’s mission to collaborate globally on the use of nonmetallic building materials to drive research, education.... Continue Reading »
7/5/2022 In Part 1 of this President’s Memo published last month, I noted that proven supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs), such as fly ash, slag cement, silica fume, and high-reactivity metakaolin, are available and are being used to meet carbon-neutral goals of owners and the design community. This month, I’ll explore other options that are available or emerging but are not readily accepted for various reasons. Continue Reading »
6/27/2022 Registration is now open for the Fall ACI Concrete Convention in Dallas, Texas, USA. 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 »
4/20/2022 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces its 2022-2023 president, vice president, and four board members. Continue Reading »
4/14/2022 For the first time in two years, the concrete community reunited at the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete – the ACI Concrete Convention. The convention was held in Orlando, Florida, USA and was attended both in-person and virtually by over 2,300 students, concrete professionals, and industry leaders. Continue Reading »
3/29/2022 The American Concrete Institute has released the 2022 ACI Collection of Concrete Codes, Specifications, and Practices. 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 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 »
2/3/2022 ACI and the ACI Central Florida Chapter are proud to host the ACI Concrete Convention this spring at the Caribe Royale in Orlando, FL, United States, March 27-March 31, 2022. Continue Reading »
1/7/2022 Engineers, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and suppliers will convene at the ACI Concrete Convention in Orlando, Florida, USA, March 27-31, 2022, to collaborate on concrete codes, specifications, and practices. Continue Reading »
10/27/2021 The ACI Virtual Concrete Convention was attended by over 2,500 professionals and students from around the world. Originally scheduled to take place in Atlanta, GA, USA, as a hybrid event, the convention transitioned to fully virtual to convene leaders and practitioners throughout the concrete industry from October 17-21, 2021. Continue Reading »
10/6/2021 ACI and the ACI Georgia Chapter are proud to host the ACI Virtual Concrete Convention on October 17-21, 2021. The ACI Virtual Concrete Convention is the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete knowledge. Continue Reading »
9/9/2021 Engineers, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material representatives will convene virtually from October 17-21, 2021, at the ACI Concrete Convention, the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete. Originally scheduled as a hybrid event in Atlanta, GA, and online, the event will now be fully virtual. Continue Reading »
7/14/2021 Registration is now open for the ACI Concrete Convention. Select programming will also be available live or on-demand to attendees who choose to attend virtually. Highlights Include 55+ Technical Sessions, ACI Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards, Concrete Mixer, and Exhibit Hall. Continue Reading »
6/29/2021 Many local, state, national, and international building codes, specifications, and agencies require ACI-certified personnel on jobsites. With demand for these individuals strong on concrete construction projects across the globe, verifying the status of ACI certifications has never been more important. Continue Reading »
5/5/2021 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to be sponsoring the International Code Council’s 41st annual Building Safety Month. Building Safety Month is an international campaign celebrated in May to raise awareness about building safety. Continue Reading »
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 »
4/14/2021 The American Concrete Institute is proud to celebrate National Volunteer Week, April 18-24, 2021. National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to thank the countless volunteers who keep many organizations running, communities safe, and provide services that otherwise would not exist without volunteers. Continue Reading »
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 The new ACI 318 PLUS annual subscription provides users with convenient digital interactive access to ACI CODE-318-19 along with in-document access to related resources and enhanced digital search features through all code provisions and commentary. Continue Reading »
3/28/2021 Aramco and the American Concrete Institute (ACI) announce the launch of NEx: A Center of Excellence for Nonmetallic Building Materials to develop and promote the use of nonmetallic materials in the construction sector. Continue Reading »
3/1/2021 The American Concrete Institute has launched ACI 318 PLUS – an entirely new annual subscription that provides users with convenient digital interactive access to ACI CODE-318-19, Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary, along with in-document access to related resources, robust digital notetaking, and enhanced search. Continue Reading »
2/22/2021 The ACI Collection is the most comprehensive and largest single source of information on concrete design, construction, materials, and repair, with nearly 50 codes and specifications and more than 200 practices – including all guides and reports. 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 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 »
1/14/2021 The American Concrete Institute and International Concrete Repair Institute have published an updated “Guide to the Code for Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures.” Continue Reading »
1/8/2021 This Concrete Contractor magazine article explains the new ACI Polished Concrete Slab Finishes Specifications. Continue Reading »
1/7/2021 The American Concrete Institute announces that the ACI Virtual Concrete Convention will be held March 28-April 1, 2021. Originally scheduled as an in-person event in Baltimore, MD, USA, this 100% virtual event will provide ease for participation from anywhere around the world while prioritizing attendee safety. Continue Reading »
12/18/2020 To increase clarity about the American Concrete Institute’s document types, the Institute has updated its product designations assigned to already published and forthcoming codes, specifications, guides, reports, and TechNotes. Continue Reading »
12/9/2020 The American Concrete Institute has released the new ACI 301-20, Specifications for Concrete Construction, along with the companion ACI Field Reference Manual. Continue Reading »
12/9/2020 The American Concrete Institute has transitioned the ACI Concrete Convention from an in-person event in Baltimore, Maryland, USA, to a 100% virtual event. Please plan to join ACI in spring 2021 for the ACI Virtual Concrete Convention, March 28-April 1, 2020. 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 »
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 »
9/1/2020 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 »
7/7/2020 Due to local, state, and federal regulations, and to protect the health and safety of attendees, the American Concrete Institute announces the transition of the ACI Concrete Convention from an in-person event in Raleigh, NC, USA, this October, to a 100% virtual event. Continue Reading »
6/9/2020 Engineers, students, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material representatives from around the world attend the ACI Concrete Convention. This year’s convention will be held at the Raleigh Convention Center, Raleigh Marriott, and Raleigh Sheraton, Raleigh, NC, USA, October 25-29, 2020. Continue Reading »
6/1/2020 The ACI Board of Direction and Technical Activities Committee (TAC) have been reviewing how codes are processed within the Institute. Over the past year, the Board has been discussing how ACI can change to accomplish our Vision to provide the knowledge needed to use concrete effectively for a changing world. 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 »
4/14/2020 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the International Code Council’s 40th annual Building Safety Month. Building Safety Month is an international campaign celebrated in May to raise awareness about building safety. Continue Reading »
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 »
4/2/2020 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 »
3/31/2020 We’re sharing our ACI Top 10 Digital Products and Digital Subscriptions – so that you can get the tools you need to stay ahead, and keep advancing your concrete knowledge. Continue Reading »
3/13/2020 The American Concrete Institute has developed a new on-demand course for the ACI Concrete Construction Special Inspector (CCSI) certification program. Continue Reading »
2/14/2020 The ACI Collection is the most comprehensive and largest single source of information on concrete design, construction, and materials, with nearly 50 codes and specifications and more than 200 practices – including all guides and reports. Continue Reading »
1/10/2020 ACI and the ACI Illinois Chapter are proud to host the ACI Concrete Convention this spring at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Rosemont/Chicago, IL, United States, March 29-April 2, 2020. The convention is the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete knowledge. Continue Reading »
1/2/2020 ACI and universities need to make a significant effort to better educate engineers on the strut-and-tie method, especially in the detailing of nodal regions, and practicing engineers need to step up and learn the method. Continue Reading »
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 »
9/3/2019 ACI President Randall Poston discusses possible improvements to the ACI Structural Journal and the ACI Materials Journal. Continue Reading »
8/15/2019 More than 2,000 engineers, students, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material representatives from around the world will convene at the Duke Energy Convention Center and Hyatt Regency Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH, USA, October 20-24, 2019, to collaborate on concrete codes, specifications, and practices. Continue Reading »
8/7/2019 ACI President Randall Poston discusses the new ACI 318-19 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete, which contains some of the most significant technical changes since the 1971 Code. Continue Reading »
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 »
7/1/2019 ACI President Randall Poston discusses the work and history of ACI Committee 318 over the last 100 years. Continue Reading »
6/27/2019 The American Concrete Institute attended the Construction Specifications Institute Master Specifiers Retreat on June 19-21 in Chicago, IL, USA, to advocate for and educate on the importance of ACI specifications. Continue Reading »
6/24/2019 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces that ACI 562-19 Code Requirements for Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures and Commentary is now available in print and digital formats. Continue Reading »
6/19/2019 ACI and the Greater Miami Valley Chapter – ACI are proud to host the ACI Convention this fall at the Duke Energy Convention Center and Hyatt Regency Cincinnati in Cincinnati, OH, USA, October 20-24, 2019. Continue Reading »
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 »
3/13/2019 The ACI Cement Physical Tester certification is intended for laboratory staff that test cement and cementitious materials, including new and experienced laboratory staff members, QA/QC supervisors and managers, laboratory supervisors, project managers, or anyone interested in the basics of testing cementitious materials. Continue Reading »
2/11/2019 The American Concrete Institute recently participated in the World of Concrete tradeshow in Las Vegas, NV, USA. World of Concrete is held annually and boasted over 60,000 attendees last month. Continue Reading »
2/4/2019 Continuing to build on the nearly 100 years of ACI’s concrete repair knowledge, ACI has launched a new Concrete Repair Subscription. 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 ACI and the Québec and Eastern Ontario Chapter-ACI are proud to host the ACI Convention this spring at the Québec City Convention Centre and Hilton Québec in Québec City, Québec, Canada, March 24-28, 2019. The ACI Convention is the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete knowledge. Continue Reading »
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 announces the launch of its new Concrete Repair Subscription. The online subscription includes digital access to the American Concrete Institute’s technical and education content on concrete assessment, repair, rehabilitation, and more. 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 »
1/17/2019 Nearly 2,000 engineers, architects, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material representatives from around the world will convene at the Québec City Convention Centre and Hilton Québec Hotel, Québec City, QC, Canada, March 24-March 28, 2019. Continue Reading »
12/17/2018 The American Concrete Institute expects to publish “ACI 318-19: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete,” in 2019. The new edition will be the first since the reorganized format was published in 2014 and will include new and updated code provisions along with updated color illustrations for clarity. Continue Reading »
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 »
11/13/2018 The first of its kind, ACI 563-18 joins ACI’s growing family of concrete repair industry documents aimed at demystifying concrete repair and facilitating the delivery of high quality, well-executed, cost-effective concrete repair solutions. Continue Reading »
11/1/2018 In keeping with its central mission and vision to disseminate knowledge needed to use concrete effectively to meet the demands of a changing world, ACI has made its extensive knowledge base of concrete information even easier to access—available 24/7, and always totally up-to-date. Continue Reading »
10/15/2018 Load and Resistance Factors for Concrete Bridges and Buildings was one of several presentations kicking off the first part of the Dennis Mertz Symposium on Design and Evaluation of Concrete Bridges at The Concrete Convention and Exposition, in Las Vegas, NV, USA, October 14, 2018. Continue Reading »
8/3/2018 Thirty-five years ago, ACI’s first certification program was launched - the Concrete Field Testing Technician program. Since that time, more than 550,000 craftsmen, technicians, inspectors, and other concrete professionals have pursued ACI Certifications, Continue Reading »
6/25/2018 ACI and the Las Vegas Chapter – ACI are proud to host the Concrete Convention and Exposition this fall at the Rio All-Suites Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, October 14-18, 2018. Continue Reading »
6/15/2018 The ACI Concrete Convention and Exposition attracts more than 2,000 engineers, architects, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material representatives from around the world. Attendees will convene at the Rio All-Suites Hotel, Las Vegas, NV, USA, October 14-18. Continue Reading »
5/9/2018 The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) has included a requirement for ACI Adhesive Anchor Installation Certification in the eighth edition of its Load and Resistance Factor Design Bridge Design Specifications. Continue Reading »
5/1/2018 The American Concrete Institute hosted the ACI Concrete Essentials Seminar Series at the Big 5 Heavy Show in Dubai, UAE, March 26-27, 2018. Continue Reading »
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 »
4/12/2018 Leaders of the Saudi Building Code National Committee (SBCNC) recently entered into an agreement with the American Concrete Institute to cooperate towards a better understanding and use of concrete and cementitious materials in civil infrastructure. Continue Reading »
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 »
3/15/2018 ACI is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the International Code Council’s 2018 Building Safety Month. Continue Reading »
3/5/2018 The American Concrete Institute recently approved the development of new standards from ACI Committee 201, Durability, and ACI Committee 365, Service Life Prediction. Continue Reading »
2/7/2018 "Concrete Elevated" is the theme for The Concrete Convention and Exposition, taking place at the Grand America and Little America Hotels in Salt Lake City, UT, USA, March 25-29, 2018. Continue Reading »
1/11/2018 The American Concrete Institute has released the 2018 ACI Collection of Concrete Codes, Specifications, and Practices. The ACI Collection is the most comprehensive and largest single source of information on concrete design, construction, and materials, with nearly 50 codes and specifications and more than 200 practices – including all guides and reports. Continue Reading »
1/4/2018 Based on feedback indicating preference for immediate, digital access to information, ACI has structured its improved individual membership benefits around immediate digital access to ACI’s practices, while providing substantial discounts to add digital access to ACI’s codes and specifications, too. Continue Reading »
1/3/2018 To all ACI members and partners, I extend well wishes and hope for continuing success in the new year. The feeling of renewal and repurpose fostered by ringing in a new year resonates worldwide. Continue Reading »
1/3/2018 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to announce new individual membership benefits. With these new additions to ACI’s individual membership benefits, members can join the ACI community while also getting more of the tools they need to stay informed, learn, and do their jobs. Continue Reading »
12/28/2017 More than 2,000 engineers, architects, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material representatives from around the world are expected to convene at the The Grand America Hotel & The Little America Hotel, Salt Lake City, UT, USA, March 25-29, 2018, to collaborate on concrete codes, specifications, and practices. Continue Reading »
12/18/2017 As the year end approaches, I’d like to thank you for supporting ACI, advancing our industry, and embracing ACI’s newly expanded mission. Looking forward, I am pleased to share details about some new and exciting membership additions coming in January. Continue Reading »
12/1/2017 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 »
10/19/2017 The Concrete Convention and Exposition, held in Anaheim, CA, USA, October 15-19, 2017, attracted a record number of attendees – 2,235 to be exact. Continue Reading »
10/9/2017 The American Concrete Institute announces the formation of Editorial Boards to oversee the ACI Materials Journal and the ACI Structural Journal, making and keeping ACI’s serial publications the premier place to publish for academic researchers in the field of concrete. Continue Reading »
9/15/2017 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) recently launched three new certification programs: Adhesive Anchor Installation Inspector, Cement Physical Tester, and Concrete Quality Technical Manager. The programs are now being offered globally through the ACI sponsoring group network. Continue Reading »
8/2/2017 Making Connections is the theme for The Concrete Convention and Exposition, taking place at the Disneyland Hotel, Anaheim, CA, USA, October 15-19, 2017. The Southern California Chapter of ACI is proud to host the convention this fall, as an opportunity to showcase the companies, projects, current events, and landmarks that inspired the convention theme. Continue Reading »
7/28/2017 More than 2,000 engineers, architects, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material representatives from around the world are expected to convene at the Disneyland® Hotel and Disney's Paradise Pier® Hotel, Anaheim, CA, USA, October 15-19, 2017, to collaborate on concrete codes, specifications and standards. Continue Reading »
7/11/2017 Leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council Standardization Organization recently entered into an agreement with the American Concrete Institute to cooperate towards a better understanding and use of concrete and cementitious materials in civil infrastructure. Continue Reading »
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 »
4/7/2017 Representatives from International Union of Laboratories and Experts in Construction Materials, Systems and Structures (RILEM), recently visited ACI Headquarters to find out more about ACI activities, and opportunities for closer cooperation. Continue Reading »
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 »
3/30/2017 Learning and networking events were available for general contractors, project managers, and concrete industry professionals, at the recent Concrete Convention and Exposition, in Detroit, MI, USA. Continue Reading »
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2/27/2017 ACI’s 2017 program of monthly webinars will have topics of interest for all concrete industry professionals, and this year features a special Presidents Series of Webinars. This new concept aims to provide concrete industry professionals with the knowledge they need, presented by industry experts. Continue Reading »
2/13/2017 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) will host a Twitter chat to highlight the new ACI 301-16 Specifications for Structural Concrete, and answer users’ questions. Everyone can follow the conversation and contribute using the #ACI301 hashtag on Twitter. Continue Reading »
1/31/2017 Detroit is the location for the next ACI Concrete Convention and Exposition. ACI will hold over 300 committee meetings, 30+ technical sessions, an industry trade exhibition, networking events, and more. Continue Reading »
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 »
1/26/2017 The American Concrete Institute’s two masonry testing certification programs are now cited in the new TMS 402/602-16: Building Code Requirements and Specifications for Masonry Structures. Details were unveiled at a press conference at the recent World of Concrete show in Las Vegas, NV, USA. Continue Reading »
1/18/2017 The American Concrete Institute’s two masonry testing certification programs are now cited in TMS 402/602-16: Building Code Requirements and Specifications for Masonry Structures. Published in December 2016, the newly updated Masonry documents include language referencing certification in accordance with the Masonry Field Testing Technician and Masonry Laboratory Testing Technician programs. Continue Reading »
1/12/2017 Nearly 2,000 engineers, architects, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material representatives from around the world will convene at the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center in Detroit, MI, USA, March 26-March 30, 2017, to collaborate on concrete codes, specifications and standards. Continue Reading »
1/6/2017 The American Concrete Institute announces the availability of a new Presidents Series of webinars. The first webinar— “ACI 318: What’s in Your Spec?”—will be presented by William E. Rushing Jr., P.E., FACI, and ACI Past President. Continue Reading »
12/1/2016 ACI President Mike Schneider discusses recent changes to the website that make searching for answers to technical questions regarding concrete construction, materials, and design, easier than ever. Continue Reading »
11/28/2016 The American Concrete Institute is pleased to announce that Stephen S. Szoke will join the staff in January, 2017, in a new position concentrating on global efforts to disseminate and position ACI’s codes, standards, and certification programs for the benefit of both the industry and public at large. Continue Reading »
10/1/2016 We know that an effective quality control program in the concrete industry requires accurate and consistent testing procedures, performed by knowledgeable technicians. ACI does a thorough job of ensuring that the industry has these key people in place through our certification programs. Continue Reading »
9/15/2016 In early September, the American Concrete Institute attended the CONSTRUCT Show sponsored by Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) to promote the newly updated ACI 301-16 Specifications for Structural Concrete, and the ACI Field Reference Manual in Austin, Texas, USA. Continue Reading »
8/18/2016 A joint ACI-fédération internationale du beton (fib) international symposium, Punching Shear of Structural Concrete Slabs, will take place at the Concrete Convention and Exposition, Philadelphia, PA, USA, October 23-27, 2016. Continue Reading »
8/3/2016 ACI reference specifications provide a basic specification that will produce quality construction and are nearly complete for most projects. For more complex projects, the reference specification provides a solid base to build a specification on because they are up to date and fully coordinated. Continue Reading »
7/22/2016 The American Concrete Institute announces the availability of two important new documents for concrete industry professionals: ACI 301-16 Specifications for Structural Concrete, and the ACI Field Reference Manual. ACI 301-16 complements the completely reorganized ACI 318-14 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete. Continue Reading »
7/20/2016 The American Concrete Institute recently joined a group of companies and organizations throughout the concrete and cement sector as a founding member of the Concrete Sustainability Council. The Council aims to develop an international responsible sourcing certification system for the cement and concrete sector. Continue Reading »
6/27/2016 Nearly 2,000 engineers, architects, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material representatives from around the world will convene at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown Hotel in Philadelphia, PA, USA, October 23-27, 2016, to collaborate on concrete codes, specifications and standards. Continue Reading »
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 »
4/21/2016 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 »
4/20/2016 “Avoiding Problems through Sound Prevention Methods.” This session at Contractors’ Day on Tuesday, April 19, 2016, in Milwaukee, WI, USA, saw four speakers presenting information that focused on various proactive methods, techniques, and technologies that help identify and prevent problems from occurring with projects. Continue Reading »
4/18/2016 ACI knows that Student Members and Young Professionals value their membership and want to actively engage in expanding their professional careers. A perfect opportunity for this engagement was the convention session—Undergraduate Research on Concrete Materials, Structural Design, or Construction. Continue Reading »
4/16/2016 Can’t decide which session to attend at The Concrete Convention and Exposition being held in Milwaukee, WI, USA, this week? There will be a wide range of sessions available, with concrete industry experts presenting on topics of global significance as well as more localized topics. 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 »
2/12/2016 From committee meetings and technical sessions, to networking events and an industry tradeshow, The Concrete Convention and Exposition offers a place to engage with industry leaders and experts from around the globe. Online registration is open through March 31st, 2016. Continue Reading »
11/11/2015 ACI's eighth annual Concrete Sustainability Forum was held on Wednesday, November 11, 2015, at the ACI Convention in Denver, CO, USA. During the Forum, global experts provided an update on new technologies, sustainability assessment systems, and sustainable design taking place in countries around the world. Continue Reading »
9/18/2015 Improving the quality of concrete testing can be achieved by stressing education and quality, according to the authors of a recent article on concrete testing in Concrete International magazine. Continue Reading »
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 »
8/5/2015 It is with great sadness that the American Concrete Institute mourns Daniel W. Falconer, ACI Managing Director of Engineering who passed away peacefully on July 29, 2015, at age 59, in his Hartland, MI, home surrounded by his family, after a 26-month battle with colon cancer. 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 »
4/15/2015 Concrete industry professionals had multiple choices on Contractors’ Day at the Concrete Convention and Exposition in Kansas City, MO, USA. Featuring sessions, a lunch presentation, and an evening networking event, it's always a hit with general contractors, project managers, and concrete industry professionals. Continue Reading »
2/26/2015 ACI’s new Masonry Testing Certification Programs will be presented at two conferences in the next few months. The Structures Congress, April 23-25, 2015, and the 12th North American Masonry Conference, May 17-20, 2015, will both include the informational presentation, “New Programs for Educating and Certifying Masonry Testing Technicians.” Continue Reading »
1/31/2015 ACI’s Certification Department has introduced two new masonry-related certification programs: the Masonry Field Testing Technician and the Masonry Laboratory Testing Technician. Both programs fill an important need within the testing and inspection community Continue Reading »
11/7/2014 ACI Conventions—a place for professionals interested in concrete. The recent fall convention in Washington D.C. exceeded expectations with leading technical presentations, development of committee reports/codes, and enjoyable social events. Continue Reading »
10/27/2014 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) has presented its Distinguished Achievement Award to the Maryland Ready Mix Concrete Association (MRMCA). MRMCA is a proactive trade association that represents every ready mixed concrete producer in Maryland in the areas of promotion, government relations, technical matters, training, and education. The award was presented at the ACI Fall 2014 Convention in Washington DC, October 26, 2014. Continue Reading »
7/14/2014 If you’re in the business of saving money and time, while increasing your productivity and competitiveness, the American Concrete Institute is the right place to find the answers you need. Continue Reading »
If you’re in the business of saving money and time, while increasing your productivity and competitiveness, the American Concrete Institute is the right place to find the answers you need.
7/11/2014 Nearly 2,000 engineers, architects, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material representatives from around the world will convene at the Washington Hilton Hotel in Washington, DC this October to collaborate on concrete codes, specifications and standards. Continue Reading »
7/1/2014 What makes ACI one of the foremost organizations actively advancing technology? It’s the people, of course! Continue Reading »
5/1/2014 Stay at the center of it all! ACI attendees can reserve a hotel room at the Washington Hilton, location of all convention events. Continue Reading »
Stay at the center of it all! ACI attendees can reserve a hotel room at the Washington Hilton, location of all convention events.
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 »
3/24/2014 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) has presented its Distinguished Achievement Award to the California Construction and Industrial Materials Association (CalCIMA). The award was presented at the ACI Spring 2014 Convention in Reno, Nevada, March 23. Continue Reading »
2/10/2014 From committee meetings and technical sessions, to networking events and an industry tradeshow, the ACI Spring 2014 Convention in Reno, NV, offers a place to engage with industry leaders and experts from around the globe from March 23-27, 2014. Online registration is open through March 2, 2014! 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 »
2/3/2014 The American Concrete Institute has launched two new masonry-related certification programs: the Masonry Field Testing Technician and the Masonry Laboratory Testing Technician. Continue Reading »
12/19/2013 The American Concrete Institute (ACI) recently launched its completely new website at www.concrete.org. Continue Reading »
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