Provide technical
advocacy in
codes and standards for organizations such as ACI, ASTM, and TRB,
helping ensure that ready-mixed concrete interests are advanced.
Promote the use of
performance-based specifications through the
P2P Initiative, helping
to ensure quality results and increase the value-added qualities
of ready mixed concrete production.
Conduct concrete
research at the
NRMCA Research Laboratory, developing procedures that
advance quality and reduce costs.
Develop technical publications,
including CIPs, the esteemed
Concrete In
Practice series
of two-page briefs on important technical topics and TIPs, brief technical information topics packaged as
Technology In Practice sheets.
Coordinate technical
education
for the association's Seminar, Training & Education Programs (STEPS),
which includes a
"Concrete
Technology" career track
designation.
Facilitate
information dispersal
amongst industry members and customers, as well as
provide
consultation
on technical matters.
