Shotcrete magazine, the quarterly publication of ASA, is the leading magazine of the shotcrete industry, and is designed to educate and promote the use of shotcrete as a method of placing concrete. To view the full issue and to subscribe for free, click here .

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Interesting and informative papers for the shotcrete industry are always welcome! Topics for consideration should be submitted to lacey.stachel@shotcrete.org .
Committee Chair Memo
ASA member Ted Sofis discusses the history of the ASA Publications Committee, highlighting the growth of Shotcrete magazine over the years. He recognizes the contributions from the dedicated committee members who volunteered their time to educate the construction industry about shotcrete through the magazine. As the Publications Committee fulfilled its mission and officially disbanded at the Fall 2019 committee meetings, ASA thanks the Publications Committee members for their efforts over the years as well as Ted Sofis for his leadership to the committee. ASA would not have come this far without your dedication! To read the full memo, click here.
New Dates for Upcoming ASA Education Opportunities
ASA Shotcrete Contractor Education
September 28, 2019 | ASA Headquarters, Farmington Hills, MI

This seminar has been rescheduled to better accommodate the needs of contractors' schedules. A requirement for the ASA Contractor Qualification Program (CQP), this seminar covers the best practices of being a shotcrete contractor. Topics include materials, equipment, personnel, application, QC/QA, curing, protection, and project management. It is also a required first step in the CQP, providing the opportunity to take the required written exam. This is a valuable course for contractors to learn more about the details and requirements for quality shotcrete placement, regardless of their intent to pursue qualification. For more information, click here .
ASA Shotcrete Inspector Education
October 23, 2019 | ACI Convention,
Cincinnati, OH,

This seminar has been rescheduled to be available at The ACI Concrete Convention and Exposition. Shotcrete’s growing use in construction and its soon to be released inclusion in ACI 318 "Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete" necessitates on-site inspectors who are knowledgeable about shotcrete materials, application, and quality. This course is the recommended educational component to ACI’s new Shotcrete Inspector Certification Program that is expected to be launched in 2019. The seminar will count as a portion of the work experience required for the ACI certification.
For more information, click here .
Save the Date for ASA Fall 2019
Committee Meetings
ASA Fall Committee Meetings will be held Saturday, October 19, 2019, at the Duke Energy Convention Center in Cincinnati, OH, prior to The ACI Concrete Convention and Exposition, October 20-24. ASA meetings are open and are key to advancing the use of shotcrete in the construction industry. No registration is required to attend these ASA meetings. ASA welcomes and encourages participation from new faces. For more information, click here.
Chicago Build 2019
 ASA is pleased to be an event partner of Chicago Build 2019. Hosted at the McCormick Place, Chicago, IL, this event will be held September 19-20, 2019. Chicago Build is free to attend and features 200+ exhibitors showcasing the latest products and innovations,150+ speakers, AIA CES training workshops, networking opportunities, Women in Construction and M/WBE networking events, and entertainment. For more information, click here .
Shotcrete Nozzleman Certification in Australia
Hosted by the Concrete Pumping Association of Australia, the Shotcrete Nozzleman Certification will be available in Melbourne, VIC, Australia, July 9-10, 2019. Shotcrete Nozzleman Education is a prerequisite for those pursuing ACI Shotcrete Nozzleman Certification. It is also a great resource for all seeking a better understanding of the shotcrete process, from concrete chemistry to safety tips. For more information, click here .
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About ASA
The American Shotcrete Association (ASA), headquartered in Farmington Hills, MI, is a non-profit organization of contractors, suppliers, manufacturers, designers, engineers, owners, and others with a common interest in advancing the use of shotcrete. Founded in 1998, ASA increases awareness of the shotcrete process in concrete construction.