The Concrete Producer: Association News

U.S. Army Reserve signs partnership with National Precast Concrete Association

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 02:53:27 EST

Brigadier General Tammy Smith, Director, Human Capital Core Enterprise, Office of the Chief Army Reserve (OCAR), presided over a signing ceremony that initiated a partnership between the Army Reserve (AR) and the National Precast Concrete Association (NPCA) recently.

American Concrete Institute elects new officers for 2013

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 12:26:34 EST

The American Concrete Institute (ACI) introduced its 2013-2014 president, vice president, and four board members during the ACI Spring 2013 Convention in Minneapolis, Minn. this month.

ACI Foundation Announces Establishment of 'Friends of W. Gene Corley Scholarship'

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 05:04:49 EST

The ACI Foundation has announced the establishment of a scholarship fund in honor of the late Dr. W.Gene Corley, who passed away March 1.

Douglas Davidson of Lafarge Awarded "Grassroots Advocate of the Year" By the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 02:39:33 EST

The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) named Lafarge North America employee Douglas Davidson the 2012 NSSGA Grassroots Advocate of the Year at its annual convention.

NRMCA Honors Number of Industry Leaders at Annual Convention

Wed, 3 Apr 2013 04:47:11 EST

The National Ready Mixed Concrete Association has presented the following awards during its annual convention which was held last month in San Antonio, TX.

Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute Named an ANSI Accredited Standards Developer

Wed, 3 Apr 2013 11:45:24 EST

The Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI) was recently accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) as an ANSI Accredited Standards Developer (ASD).

NRMCA elects new slate of officers at annual convention

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 11:43:44 EST

The National Ready Mixed Concrete Association has elected William Childs, IV, of Chaney Enterprises, Waldorf, MD, as chairman of its Board of Directors. Association membership chose Childs earlier this month at NRMCA’s Annual Convention held in San Antonio, TX.

Stephen P. Zelnak, Jr., selected for NSSGA's 2013 Barry K. Wendt Memorial Commitment Award

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 11:47:31 EST

The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association has named Stephen P. Zelnak, Jr. as the recipient of the 16th annual Barry K. Wendt Memorial Commitment Award for his dedication to the construction aggregates industry, his family and his community.

“Masters of Pipe” Gather at ACPA Convention

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 05:34:49 EST

ACPA elects new chairman, bestows awards at 105th annual meeting in Florida.

Tom Vildibill; San Diego Precast Founder, Former NPCA Chairman, Passes at 69

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 12:45:34 EST

R. Thomas (Tom) Vildibill, founder of San Diego Precast and former NPCA chairman of the Board, has passed away at the age of 69.

ACI Foundation Announces New Director

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 12:35:58 EST

The ACI Foundation, a wholly-owned and non-profit subsidiary of the American Concrete Institute (ACI), announces the addition of a director, Tricia Ladely.

ICRI Names William “Bud” Earley 2013 President

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 12:40:21 EST

The International Concrete Repair Institute (ICRI) membership elected William “Bud” Earley, Aquafin, Inc. as its 2013 president. Mr. Earley will preside over ICRI during its 25th Anniversary Year.

ICRI Announces 2012 Project of the Year and Awards of Excellence Winners

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 12:44:07 EST

The International Concrete Repair Institute (ICRI) announced the winners of the 2012 Project Awards. The Todd Bolender Center for Dance and Creativity was chosen as the ICRI 2012 Project of the Year.

PCI accepting research fellowship proposals for the 2013-2014 academic year

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 12:20:24 EST

The Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) is now accepting research proposals for the 2013-2014 school year under the Daniel P. Jenny Fellowship program. Selected proposals will be awarded $20,000.

Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute Honors Bob Brack With First Distinguished Service Award

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 12:26:09 EST

The Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI) is pleased to announce the creation of the CRSI Distinguished Service Award and the Institute’s first recipient, Bob Brack.

Concrete Industry's Strategic Development Council Sets Spring Meeting

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 12:00:18 EST

The concrete industry’s Strategic Development Council (SDC) has announced its upcoming meeting, Technology Forum #33, this spring to continue work on several issues and initiatives facing the concrete industry.

Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute Elects Tom Kelley Chairman of the Board

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 04:11:39 EST

The Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) has elected Tom Kelley, P.E., as its chairman for 2013.

PCA Names Sullivan Group Vice Chairman

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 10:18:22 EST

The Portland Cement Association (PCA) has appointed Edward Sullivan as group vice chairman in addition to his role as chief economist.

Concrete Industry Associations Partner to Form Certification Consortium

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 11:53:35 EST

In an effort to increase the awareness of certification opportunities for concrete professionals, while promoting the advantages of such programs, nine concrete associations have joined forces to form the Concrete Industry Certification Consortium (CICC).

Concrete in Mongolia - Big Changes

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 11:53:33 EST

I began to think this trip would be unsuccessful. The start of a Mongolian Concrete Conference and an ACI chapter appeared to be premature and the people unable to make basic advancements in the concrete industry due to the remoteness of the country.