Aci Develops Frp, Scc Reference Tools

The American Concrete Institute announces the availability of these publications and CD-ROMs to educate and inform industry professionals on current concrete-related

The American Concrete Institute announces the availability of these publications and CD-ROMs to educate and inform industry professionals on current concrete-related information and technology:

  • 440R-07: Report on Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Reinforcement for Concrete Structures (ISBN: 978-0-87031-259-5) Û In view of the rapidly growing application of FRP composites as reinforcement for concrete structures, discussion covers material properties of constituent materials, i.e., resins and fibers, as well as products; FRP applications; durability issues; and, the effects of extreme events, such as fire and blast. Available in traditional hard copy or downloadable PDF format (100 pages). Price: $87.50 (ACI members $53.00).

  • 548.8-07: Specification for Type EM (Epoxy Multi-Layer) Polymer Overlay for Bridge and Parking Garage Decks (ISBN: 978-0-87031-260-1) Û Applicable to bridge and parking garage deck projects, the specification covers epoxy multi-layer (EM) polymer overlays, which incorporate a low-modulus epoxy binder and selected aggregate to produce a flexible, skid-resistant, and waterproof product for use in retrofit and new construction. Included are requirements for chemical components, aggregates, storage and handling, surface preparation, surface profile, mixing, placement, and finishing. Available in traditional hard copy or downloadable PDF format (five pages) and in a metric version. Price: $27.50 (ACI members $17.00).

  • IPS-2: Seismic Rehabilitation of Concrete Structures (ISBN: 978-0-87031-256-4) Û The culmination of a team investigation, with technical review section organized into six categories: 1) state of seismic rehabilitation; 2) target performance for rehabilitation; 3) rehabilitation of members by jacketing; 4) rehabilitation of frame structures; 5) response control rehabilitation; and, 6) new seismic rehabilitation techniques. Price: $97.50 (ACI members $59.00).

  • SP-246CD: Structural Implications of Shrinkage and Creep of Concrete CD-ROM (ISBN: 0-87031-250-2) Û A collection of papers prepared for a session held at the ACI Fall 2007 Convention on the effects of concrete shrinkage and creep, the CD-ROM is organized into four sections: 1) design, construction, and behavior of bridge structures; 2) effect of concrete shrinkage and creep on the design and construction of tall buildings; 3) deflection and cracking serviceability of slabs, beams, and walls; and, 4) other problems and basic questions. Price: $70.50 (ACI members $42.00).

  • SP-247CD: Self-Consolidating Concrete for Precast Prestressed Applications CD-ROM (ISBN: 0-87031-253-7) Û A collection of papers prepared for an ACI Fall 2007 Convention session on hardened properties and performance of SCC in prestressed applications, the CD-ROM includes seven subdivisions: 1) mixture proportioning; 2) mechanical properties; 3) time-dependent deformations; 4) flexural and shear behavior; 5) bond behavior; and, 6) prestress losses. Price: $55.50 (ACI members $34.00).

  • SP-248CD: Deflection and Stiffness Issues in FRC and Thin Structural Elements CD-ROM (ISBN: 0-87031-257-X) Û Collection of papers presented during an ACI Fall 2007 Convention session discusses material behavior and the structural implications of using fiber-reinforced concrete (FRC), especially the benefits of using fibers to enhance stiffness and reduce deflection of FRC members, both with and without reinforcement, particularly in thin sections and components of cement-based composition for which geometry and profile play an important role in controlling deflection. Price: $54.50 (ACI members $32.00).

ACI members receive a special discount (up to 40 percent) on all publications, which can be ordered by calling 248/848-3800 or visiting www.concrete.org.