Industry Associations
Below are links to relevant organizations or associations in the concrete industry. As an active participant in several associations, Somero® believes in working together to promote education, safety, and industry best practices.
(Note: Somero® does not endorse the content of the sites linked to.)
American Society of Concrete Contractors
www.ascconline.org
The American Society of Concrete Contractors was formed by and for concrete contractors and others who provide services and goods to the industry. It is a powerful organization of contractors who share the same goals — to improve their businesses and their roles as contractors. Members include contracting firms, manufacturers, suppliers, architects, specifiers and distributors. There are over 400 member companies in the U.S. and abroad. ASCC is committed to helping members enhance the quality of their construction and their businesses. Contractors become better equipped to improve all aspects of their performance with the help of valuable information and member interaction.
Harnessing the power of construction and agriculture equipment manufacturers:
- Advocating for our members with a strong, unified voice
- Connecting members and customers
- Aggregating data to help make informed decisions
The Tilt-Up Concrete Association
www.tilt-up.org
The TCA Mission is to make a continuing and increasingly important contribution to the success of each member through the most imaginative and efficient application of every appropriate skill, tool and service of the Tilt-Up Concrete Association, and by so doing to contribute to the success of the entire Tilt-Up Concrete Industry.
National Ready Mixed Concrete Association
www.nrmca.org
Founded in 1930, the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association is the leading industry advocate. Our mission is to provide exceptional value for our members by responsibly representing and serving the entire ready mixed concrete through leadership, promotion, education, and partnering to ensure ready mixed concrete is the building material of choice.
American Concrete Institute
www.concrete.org
ACI has produced more than 400 technical documents, reports, guides, specifications, and codes for the best use of concrete; conducts more than 150 educational seminars each year; and has 13 different certification programs for concrete practitioners, as well as a scholarship program to promote careers in the industry.
American Concrete Pavement Association
www.pavement.com
ACPA is the premier national association representing concrete pavement contractors, cement companies, equipment and material manufacturers and suppliers. We are organized to address common needs, solve common problems, and accomplish goals related to research, market development, local promotion, design, construction and best practices of portland cement concrete pavements.
Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC)
http://www.abc.org
Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) is a national construction industry trade association representing nearly 21,000 chapter members. Founded on the merit shop philosophy, ABC and its 70 chapters help members develop people, win work and deliver that work safely, ethically, profitably and for the betterment of the communities in which ABC and its members work. ABC’s membership represents all specialties within the U.S. construction industry and is comprised primarily of firms that perform work in the industrial and commercial sectors.
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
Association of Concrete Industrial Flooring Contractors (ACIFC)
www.acifc.org
The Association (UK) aims to raise standards in floor construction technology and to improve the understanding of designers, specifiers and users of the importance of the floor as a component and economic asset of an industrial building.
The Concrete Society
www.concrete.org.uk
The activities of The Society’s advisory, technical development, professional/business networking, CPD and information services provide the construction industry with a major focal point for information and a proactive forum for debate and action. We play a vital role in encouraging the use and development of concrete as a uniquely versatile and competitive material.
Construction Equipment Association
www.coneq.org.uk
The Construction Equipment Association (CEA) is the Trade Association that represents the UK Construction Equipment sector. Our members are established Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), component and accessory suppliers, the trade press and specialist research companies.
Floors which is an integral part of an infrastructure and the most critical, requires a marked shift in thought process attached to its importance, the engineering, design or lack of it, the contractual arrangements, process, roles, costing, etc. Recognizing and anticipating a shift in requirements, some of the key stakeholders of the industry gathered together and worked jointly in the promotion of modern engineering practices, awareness on machines, tools, products, process, qualification, that’s how IFA was formed.
- Mission: Focuses on promoting the use of concrete in construction, specifically highlighting benefits like safety, lower fuel consumption, and durability.
- Activities: Organizes events at the European Parliament, publishes technical documents, and supports research on sustainable infrastructure.
- Network: Collaborates with organizations like the European Union Road Federation (ERF) and the World Road Association (PIARC).
