FIB (Federation Internationale du Beton)
http://fib.epfl.ch
The International Federation for Structural Concrete (fib - fédération internationale du béton) is a non-profit organisation created in 1998 from the merger of the Euro-International Concrete Committee (CEB - Comité Euro-International du Béton) and the International Federation for Prestressing (FIP - Fédération Internationale de la Précontrainte). The parent organisations CEB and FIP existed independently since 1952.
The objectives of fib as given in the statutes are to develop at an international level the study of scientific and practical matters capable of advancing the technical, economic, aesthetic and environmental performance of concrete construction.
These objectives shall be achieved by
- the stimulation of research,
- the synthesis of findings from research and practice,
- the dissemination of the results by way of publications, guidance documents and the organisation of international congresses and symposia,
- the production of recommendations for the design and construction of concrete structures,
- the information of members on the latest developments.
The objectives shall be pursued in conjunction with the existing international technical associations and regional standardisation organisations.
RILEM
http://www.rilem.net
The mission of RILEM is to advance scientific knowledge related to construction materials, systems and structures and to encourage transfer and application of this knowledge world-wide.
This mission is achieved through collaboration of leading experts in construction practice and science including academics, researchers, testing laboratories and authorities.
The three main goals of RILEM are:
- to promote sustainable and safe construction, and improved performance and cost benefit for society,
- to stimulate new directions of research and its applications, promoting excellence in construction,
- to favour and promote cooperation at international scale by general access to advanced knowledge.
JCI (Japan Concrete Institute)
http://www.jci-net.or.jp/e/jci
The Institute was originally established in July 1965 as the "Japan National Council on Concrete" with "Japan ACI" the Japan Chapter of the American Concrete Institute formed in 1962 as a nucleus. Approval for incorporation was received from the Minister of Construction in 1967. The name of the organization was changed in May 1975 to "Japan Concrete Institute (JCI)" as it is known today.
The organization is a nonprofit corporate body as defined in Article 34 of the Civil Code and is under the jurisdictin of Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport Government of Japan..
The Institute, as the parent body for promoting research concerning concrete, has the purpose of carrying out investigation and research on concrete, reinforced concrete, other types of concrete and varius materials and equipment related to concrete, and through coordination of investigations and research and dissemination of the results, aims to further research and advances in technology concerning concrete.
ACI (American Concrete Institute)
http://www.concrete.org
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is a nonprofit technical and educational society organized in 1904 and is one of the world's leading authorities on concrete technology. ACI is a forum for the discussion of all matters related to concrete and the development of solutions to problems. ACI conducts this forum through conventions and meetings; the
ACI Structural Journal, the
ACI Materials Journal,
Concrete International, and technical publications; chapter activities; and technical committee work. As its chartered objective states, its purpose is
"to provide a comradeship in finding the best ways to do concrete work of all kinds and in spreading that knowledge."
This implies a willingness on the part of each member to contribute from his or her training and knowledge to the benefit of the public at large. By maintaining a high standard of professional and technical ability in its committee memberships and in the authorship of papers and publications, as well as in local chapter programs, ACI has contributed to a detailed knowledge of materials and their resulting structures.
ACI publishes reliable information on concrete and its applications, conducts educational seminars, provides a standard certification program for the industry, provides local forums for discussion through the Chapter program, and encourages student involvement in the concrete field. Committee members involved with these activities meet at bi-annual conventions.
JSCE (Japan Society of Civil Engineers)
http://www.jsce-int.org
Japan Society of Civil Engineers (JSCE) was established as an incorporated association in 1914 entrusted with the mission to contribute to the advancement of scientific culture by promoting the filed of civil engineering and the expansion of civil engineering activities. Since its establishment, JSCE has endeavored to achieve the above mission, through extensive activities including scientific exchange among members, researchers / promotion of science and technologies relating to the filed of civil engineering, social involvement, etc. Over the years, the JSCE membership has increased significantly from the initial 443 members to approximately 39,000 members at present, and is currently engaged in various wide-ranged activities around the world.
With the birth of the 21st century, JSCE has reconfirmed its goals to exert perpetual efforts
1) to propose an idea for social infrastructure development in the future from civil engineers' perspective,
2) to acquire a steadfast relationship of mutual trust with the society,
3) to promote scientific and technological researches/studies with a high degree of transparency, and
4) to evaluate public works from a neutral standpoint, and to reach a social consensus on those proper standards.
Furthermore, JSCE will implement such new indispensable programs as Civil Engineers' Qualification System, Continuing Professional Development, etc., for the benefit of creating an environment where civil engineers can widely taka on an active role in the international community, and where civil engineering technologies may contribute to the amenity of the people both in and outside of Japan.
Concrete Institute of Australia
http://www.coninst.com.au
The Concrete Institute of Australia is an independent, non-profit organisation made up of many members who share a common interest in staying at the forefront of concrete technology, design & construction in this country.
In order to effectively communicate with and react to the needs of its members the Institute operates through six State Branch Committees and a number of Regional Groups guided by a Council of elected members. This structure, established from the Institute's beginnings in 1970, continues to provide the most effective method for direct communication and networking among members.
The Concrete Institute's Goals Are:
» To provide a forum for the sharing of knowledge and experience between members and to disseminate this information for the benefit of the concrete and construction industry in general.
» To increase membership to ensure representation and support from all segments of the concrete and construction industry.
» To facilitate communications and encourage participation for all members through technical meetings, seminars and publications, and, in particular, through the magazine Concrete in Australia.
» To raise the profile of the Institute, and increase public awareness and definition of its place in the construction industry through a clearly identified image.
» To provide industry representation on behalf of the membership through promotion of good concrete construction, and to establish and maintain relations with appropriate local, national and international bodies.