Join us to learn about the "New ACI Code 440.11-22: Building Code Requirements for
Structural Concrete Reinforced with Glass Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (GRFP) Bars"

with William Gold, P.E., FACI

at Penny's Concrete on October 23rd, 2024, from 4 to 6 pm
appetizers will be served

Approved for 0.1 Continuing Education Unit (CEU) / 1 Professional Development Hour / 1 AIA LU Hour
Provide name and email address during registration - certificates mailed within 1 week

This presentation will identify the basic material performance properties of GFRP reinforcing bars; how they compare to traditional steel reinforcement, and how they should be used. It will discuss the basic code requirements for GFRP reinforced concrete, and how the new code relates to other key codes and standards from ACI, ASTM, and ICC. 

William J. Gold, P.E., FACI is a Senior Engineer at the American Concrete Institute.  He has over 25 years of experience in the concrete and construction chemicals industry.  His interests and expertise includes structural engineering, FRP materials, concrete repair and rehabilitation, and building envelopes.  He holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Kansas in Architectural Engineering and completed post-graduate work at Penn State University and the Missouri University of Science and Technology.  Mr. Gold is former Chairman of ACI Committee 440 on FRP Reinforcement of Concrete Structures and is active in ASTM and the Canadian Standards Association.  He is a registered Professional Engineer in the State of Ohio.

The speaker will be drawing a name from the registrations during the talk for a gift from ACI!