American Concrete Institute
The AMERICAN CONCRETE INSTITUTE is a nonprofit,
nonpartisan organization of engineers, architects,
scientists, constructors, and individuals associated in
their technical interest with the field of concrete and
dedicated to public service. The purpose of the Institute is
to further engineering and technical education, scientific
investigation and research, and development of standards
for the design and construction of concrete structures.
Since 1904, the objectives of the Institute have been
achieved by a combined membership effort. Individually
and through committees, and with the cooperation of many
public and private agencies, members have correlated the
results of research, from both field and laboratory, and of
practices in design, construction, and manufacture.
The work of the Institute is available through seminars,
workshops, chapter functions, publications, and
certification. The Institute publishes three periodicals and
also has an extensive nonperiodical publications program,
which includes committee reports, standards, symposia,
manuals, design handbooks, education bulletins,
certification program workbooks, and the ACI Manual of
Concrete Practice. Anyone interested in the activities of the
Institute is encouraged to seek membership. There are no
education or employment requirements.
All members are eligible and encouraged to participate in
committee activities that relate to their specific areas of
interest. Membership information, a publication catalog,
and listings of educational activities are available.
PERIODICAL PUBLICATIONS
Concrete International (CI) is a monthly magazine
for professionals interested in concrete. In addition
to providing a forum for ACIs Technical and Board
Committees, the magazine features articles contributed
by industry-respected authors on current and developing
practices in concrete technology, design, and construction;
alerts readers to calls for papers, conferences, and
educational seminars; provides news and information
on new products and practices; and provides answers
to frequently asked questions about concrete design
and construction practices. Visit Concrete Internationals
website at www.concreteinternational.com.
JournalsThe Institute publishes two bimonthly journals:
ACI Structural Journal and ACI Materials Journal. Published
papers deal with structural research, materials research,
design theory, structural analysis, and state-of-the-art
American Concrete Institute
P.O. Box 9094
Farmington Hills, MI 48333-9094
Phone: (248) 848-3700; Fax: (248) 848-3701
Website: http://www.concrete.org
reviews. All papers and reports are processed through
established Institute review procedures.
EDUCATION
ACI delivers quality educational programs in the concrete
field, and currently conducts more than 100 seminars
each year to about 3000 attendees on a variety of concrete
technology-related topics. Instructors are taken from a
large pool of ACI committee members who are educators,
engineers, contractors, consultants, material suppliers,
and others with significant expertise in the topic being
presented. The technical material presented is based on
the latest thinking on these topics by leading experts in
their field.
CONVENTIONS
Each year ACI conducts a spring and fall convention.
With an average of 1300 attendees from 34 countries,
conventions give members the opportunity to meet and
discuss areas of common interest. Conventions include
approximately 300 technical, educational, and certification-
related committee meetings and approximately 35
educational and technical sessions. ACI conventions
provide a forum for individuals an opportunity to exchange
ideas, increase their knowledge, and network with others in
the industry.
CERTIFICATION
ACI currently offers 15 certification programs:
Concrete Field Testing TechnicianGrade I
CSA-Based Concrete Field Testing
TechnicianGrade I
Concrete Flatwork Finisher & Technician
Specialty Commercial/Industrial Flatwork Finisher
& Technician
Concrete Strength Testing Technician
Concrete Laboratory Testing TechnicianGrades I &
II
Aggregate Base Testing Technician
Aggregate Testing TechnicianGrades I & II
Concrete Construction Special Inspector
CSA-Based Concrete Construction Special Inspector
Concrete Transportation Construction Inspector
Associate Concrete Transportation Construction
Inspector
Tilt-Up Supervisor & Technician
Shotcrete Nozzleman (Dry Mix Process)
Shotcrete Nozzleman (Wet Mix Process)
 BRE
BRE is the UKs leading centre of expertise on construction,
the built environment, fire in buildings and risk
management. It provides research-based consultancy,
information and testing services to customers worldwide.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
BREs reputation as a leading edge multidisciplinary
consultancy has been built up over more than 80 years. It
is founded on the expertise of the 650 staff and world-class
facilities based at Watford, Hertfordshire, England and East
Kilbride, Scotland.
As a research-based consultancy, BRE does not only
disseminate knowledge, but also creates it. BRE works
at the forefront of engineering, materials science and
process management to provide solutions for all aspects of
construction from design to end of life.
At the BRE Concrete Centre researchers constantly work
on and test (UKAS accredited laboratory) new ways of
using concrete, innovative types of concrete and concrete
structures, and new materials. They are also actively
involved in the development and revision of Standards for
concrete.
The Concrete Centre advises clients on concrete design and
choice of materials to ensure that their concrete performs
as it should. Existing concrete structures are monitored,
the risks of deterioration assessed and preventative action
taken where necessary. If problems have arisen, BRE will
diagnose the cause and advise on concrete protection and
repair.
BREs sister company, BRE Global, offers internationally
recognised third party certification and approval of
products, systems, personnel and services. Both are among
the companies owned by the BRE Trust, a registered charity
with a mission to champion excellence and innovation in
the built environment for the benefit of all.
PUBLICATIONS
BRE produces a range of books, information papers,
digests, good building guides and good repair guides, etc.
related to our areas of expertise in the built environment.
These can be purchased directly from our publishers: IHS
BRE Press, Willoughby Road, Bracknell, RG12 8FG, United
Kingdom or via our online bookshop (and that of our
publishers; www.brepress.com).
BRE WEBSITES
www.bre.co.uk gives access to the full range of BRE
activities through an a-z list of services and products, and
to BREs news, training courses, and events.
www.brebookshop.com is one of the worlds largest
online construction publications services, giving access
to thousands of books, reports, leaflets, videos and CDs
on topics relating to buildings and the built environment
from testing to sustainability, and from concrete to air
quality.
http://projects.bre.co.uk provides specific information
from past and present projects undertaken by BRE.
This site includes an extensive section on concrete and
masonry.
BREs quarterly magazine, Constructing The Future covers
a wide range of construction industry issues. It is available
from harveyt@bre.co.uk.
BRE CONNECT
BRE Connect is a monthly subscription to BRE
publications and includes BRE Digests, Good Building
Guides, Good Repair Guides, Information Papers and
other publications. Subscribers also benefit from
preferential pricing on BRE books, reports, software,
and videos. BRE Connect Online provides access to the
complete catalogue of 1400+ BRE publications. For more
information email brepress@ihs.com.

BRE
Garston, Watford WD25 9XX
Tel: +44 (0)1923 664000, Fax: +44 (0)1923 664010, E-mail: enquiries@bre.co.uk
www.bre.co.uk www.brebookshop.com www.brepress.com
 ICRI
About ICRI
The International Concrete Repair Institute was formed
in 1988, as the International Association of Concrete Repair
Specialists, in response to the concerns of a number of
persons in the concrete repair industry who were disturbed
at the quality of many of the repairs being performed in the
industry. The object was to bring together those people who
were truly interested in improving their industry and to use
their concerted efforts to bring about meaningful change.
others. Technical Guidelines are available for direction
in the proper approach to repairs, and ICRI Technical
Committees are preparing additional guidelines for member
approval and distribution throughout the industry.
Local chapters provide their members with the
opportunity to learn from the programs presented and to
network on a local level with others in the same field. ICRI
currently has 32 local chapters around the world.

The current Mission of ICRI is to be a leading
resource for education and information to improve
the quality of repair, restoration, and protection of
concrete and other structures.
Communication among the members is one of the
primary objectives of ICRI, and it is for this purpose that
the magazine Concrete Repair Bulletin is published on a
bi-monthly basis for free distribution to any and all persons
involved or interested in the concrete repair industry.
In addition to news about ICRI, the magazine features
technical articles, case studies of completed projects,
industry news, and new product news. It serves as a forum
to seek and share solutions to miscellaneous and often
unique repair problems.
Dissemination of technical information to aid in the
concrete repair process is another very important aspect of
ICRIs activities. The ICRI Publications Catalog lists virtually
every available North American publication on concrete
repair for the ordering convenience of our members and
Education of members and those who use their
services is a primary and continuing goal of ICRI. As part
of the fulfillment of this goal, technical presentations
and demonstrations are held at conventions, and joint
seminars and workshops are held regularly with other
organizations to continue to expand our role in the
concrete industry.
ICRI is also a cosponsor of the World of Concrete, and
takes part in the planning and program activity of this
annual event, including sponsorship of multiple seminars.
ICRI also has an extensive Online Membership
Database. You can go to our web site, www.icri.org, and
find information on members that is searchable through
many different means, including company specialty,
geography, names, etc
While noteworthy, the accomplishments of the
organization to date are but a small sampling of its potential
to improve both the concrete repair industry and the ability
of its members to perform lasting, quality repairs.

ICRI
International Concrete Repair Institute
3166 S. River Road, Suite 132
Des Plaines, IL 60018
Phone: 847-827-0830, Fax: 847-827-0832
www.icri.org
 The Concrete Society
Founded in 1966, The Concrete Society brings together all
those with an interest in concrete to promote excellence
in its design, construction, appearance and performance.
It encourages innovation and a network exchange for
knowledge and experience across all disciplines.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION AND ADVICE
The Concrete Society is a centre of excellence for the
technical development of concrete, producing state-of-the-
art reports, recommendations and practical guides, and
initiating and undertaking research and development. It
collaborates with organisations throughout the world in
technical development programmes.
Concrete Society committees and working parties of
experts from all relevant disciplines prepare independent,
authoritative recommendations and advice, based on best
practice in the construction industry. Recent publications
have covered steel fibre reinforced concrete, macro-fibre
reinforced concrete, post-tensioned bridges, external
paving, industrial flooring and Concrete flat-slab design
and construction.
Together with a range of related titles from commercial
publishers and sector trade associations, publications
are sold through the Societys wholly owned Concrete
Bookshop (www.concretebookshop.com). Society Members
are entitled to discounts on Society publications & selected
publications from other organisations.
The Concrete Advisory Service provides prompt impar
tial technical advice on concrete and related matters to
subscribing members by phone, email and fax, and by
visits to sites.
MAGAZINES
CONCRETE, the magazine of The Concrete Society, is sent
free to all members. It is valuable reading for consultants,
specifiers, contractors and materials specialists. Each issue
covers developments in technology, materials, testing,
design, equipment, systems and project reports. Now read
in more than 60 countries, CONCRETE is the foremost UK
magazine dedicated to design, construction, technology
and use of concrete in construction. Ten issues are
published each year.
Concrete Engineering International magazine, published
four times a year by The Concrete Society, focuses on high
The Concrete Society
Riverside House, 4 Meadows Business Park, Blackwater, Camberley, Surry. GU17 9AB, United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)1276 607140, Fax: +44 (0)1276 607141,
E-mail: enquiries@concrete.org.uk
profile projects from around the world, providing up-to-
date, informative articles, and keeping readers abreast of
developments and innovations in the industry
INFORMATION SERVICES
With over 135000 titles, The Societys library resource is
arguably the largest and most comprehensive collection
of its type in the English language. A reference search of
titles is available on-line to subscribing members. Other
information services include a daily e-news alert service.
Bespoke research is undertaken on behalf of clients
AWARDS
Awards for excellence are made annually for new buildings
and civil engineering structures, and mature structures. The
Awards are featured in CONCRETE magazine each year.
WWW.CONCRETE.ORG.UK
A comprehensive and rapidly developing website providing
access to a range of support materials, world-wide events;
members directory; supplier exhibition hall; members only
download area and news update service
From 2008, Society technical reports will be available to
subscribers for viewing on-line through our CON-text
service
Discussion Forum: The opportunity to share information
and experience on-line.
EDUCATION & TRAINING
The Institute of Concrete Technology became part of The
Society during 2007 to provide a professional wing
for career development and support. Already renowned
worldwide for the ACT course, the ICT will assist the Society
develop a wide ranging portfolio of educational materials.
SPECIAL SECTOR GROUPS
The specialist Glass-Fibre reinforced concrete association
merged under the Society umbrella in 2005 and provides
a platform for technical exchange between a world-wide
network of suppliers and producers in this field.
Additionally, The Society provides support to the UK fib Group.
MEMBERSHIP
Anyone with an interest in concrete will benefit from
membership in The Concrete Society. See website for details.
 NACE INTERNATIONAL
About NACE International
Since 1943, NACE International has been dedicated to a single missionto protect people, assets, and environment from
the effects of corrosion.

From just 11 engineers, the association has grown to more than 18,000 members in 100 countries. Built upon decades
of knowledge and expertise from dedicated members all around the world, NACE International is involved in every
industry and area of corrosion prevention and control, from chemical processing and water systems to transportation and
infrastructure protection.

NACE International is the inside track to the corrosion engineering and science community, and is recognized around the
world as the premier authority for corrosion control solutions.

NACE International serves its members by:

Setting standards for the corrosion industry.
Disseminating the latest technology worldwide through peer-reviewed journals and technical papers.
Hosting and managing the most important international conferences, exhibits, and topical meetings in the
corrosion industry.
Recognizing distinguished achievement in corrosion through the presentation of well-respected awards.
Linking members to colleagues and important career information.
Enhancing programs, services, and connections with the corporate community.
Promoting the interests of the corrosion science and engineering industry through government relation activities in
Washington, D.C., as well as governments in other countries.

The NACE International mission to protect people, assets, and the environment from the effect of corrosion is global. Its
members work in corporations, educational institutions, research facilities, and the federal government. Whether you are
a scientist, engineer, contractor, student or simply someone who possesses a real commitment to the advancement of
corrosion control, you are invited to become part of this dynamic and influential organization.

For more information, visit www.nace.org.

NACE International
1440 South Creek Drive, Houston, Texas 77084-4906
Toll Free Number: 1-800-797-NACE (6223); Main Phone: +1 281-228-6200; Main Fax: +1 281-228-6300
www.nace.org
 The Society for Protective Coatings

What is SSPC?
SSPC was founded in 1950 as the Steel Structures Painting Council, a non-profit professional society concerned with
the use of coatings to protect industrial steel structures. In 1997, the name of the association was changed to SSPC: The
Society for Protective Coatings to better reflect the changing nature of coatings technology and the ever-expanding types of
construction materials.

SSPC is the only non-profit association that is focused on the protection and preservation of concrete, steel and other
industrial and marine structures and surfaces through the use of high-performance industrial coatings. SSPC is the leading
source of information on surface preparation, coating selection, coating application, environmental regulations, and health
and safety issues that affect the protective coatings industry. SSPCs mission is to advance the technology and promote the
use of protective coatings to preserve industrial, marine and commercial structures, components and substrates.

The associations many industry-specific products and services include:

standards development
technical publications (books, videotapes, CDs)
training courses
company and individual certification programs
publications
conferences
an expanding range of online resources.

Visit our website http://www.sspc.org for additional information on our publications, training, membership, certification
programs and more, or contact us at:

SSPC: The Society for Protective Coatings

40 24th Street, 6th Floor
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
PhoneUS/Canada: 1-877-281-7772 (SSPC); All Others: (412) 281-2331