NEx: An ACI Center of Excellence for Nonmetallic Building Materials

Are you or your company interested in joining NEx on its mission? NEx partners with leading organizations focused on accelerating the use and technology of nonmetallic materials and products in construction. ➣ Find out how to become a member here: https://lnkd.in/eYUPuE2A #NEx #Nonmetallic #BuildingMaterials #Concrete #ConcreteResearch #ConcreteTechnology #ReinforcedConcrete #NonmetallicBuildingMaterials

We are proud to share that Dextra, one of our NEx Members, has successfully obtained the ICC-ES AC521 certification for their Durabar+ GFRP Rebar! This milestone reflects their dedication to quality and innovation in the non-metallic sector. Congratulations Dextra on this achievement! Learn more: https://wix.to/46QLxnu

We're proud to co-sponsor a seminar on Designing Concrete Structures Reinforced with FRP Bars at ACI Headquarters on March 12, 2025. This full-day seminar is essential for industry professionals. More details: https://wix.to/Vqvrjus #FRP #ConcreteEngineering #Seminar

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NEX funds three IRF Fellows. We are pleased to announce the recipients of NEx-IRF scholarships. NEx, with financial support from Aramco, provided funding for three International Road Federation (IRF) Fellows, Class of 2025, whose research aligns with NEx’s focus on nonmetallic materials. Earlier this month, the selected Fellows participated in an esteemed IRF Road Scholar Program. Throughout this immersive experience, they undertook rigorous leadership training, networked with global luminaries in road and transport infrastructure, and enjoyed presentations from industry experts. The program also featured field visits to cutting-edge research laboratories and prominent organizations. The selected NEx IRF Fellows 2025 are Dheeraj Adwani, Deepak Benny, and Maryam Khooshechin Gilak. Dheeraj Adwani is a PhD Student at The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX. His doctoral research primarily addresses the aging of asphalt binders and their influence on asphalt pavement cracking, as well as the development of faster evaluation methods for asphalt binders and reclaimed asphalt pavement. Deepak Benny is a PhD Student in transportation and infrastructure systems at Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN. As part of his studies at Purdue University, Benny is investigating the cost-effectiveness and performance of polymer-modified concrete overlays on in-service bridge decks using empirical data. Maryam Khooshechin Gilak is a PhD Student in the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Sustainable Engineering at Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ. Her primary research is focused on pavement material design, advanced laboratory testing, and using environmentally friendly materials in asphalt mixtures, with an emphasis on sustainable transportation infrastructure. Congratulations to all NEx IRF Fellows 2025! In the photo from left: NEx IRF Fellows 2025—Deepak Benny, Dheeraj Adwani, and Maryam Khooshechin Gilak, with Jerzy Zemajtis, NEx Executive Director.

We are thrilled to announce our partnership as a supporting partner for the 4th Annual MECOC EXPO 2025—the Middle East Metallurgy, Corrosion, and Coatings EXPO! 📅 Date: January 14–16, 2025 📍 Venue: Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi, UAE This is a premier gathering of industry leaders from the GCC and beyond. Dive into insightful discussions on the latest advancements in steel, non-metallic materials, corrosion, cathodic protection, and coatings. 💡 Expect: 🔹 Innovative technologies 🔹 Engaging sessions 🔹 Unparalleled networking opportunities Don't miss the chance to connect, learn, and innovate with the best in the industry. 👉 Visit mecocmiddleeast.com for details. Let’s shape the future together! #MECOCEXPO2025 #mecocexpo #metallurgy #corrosion #coatings #OilAndGas #AbuDhabi #innovaton #networking #MiddleEast #mecocexpo #oilandgasindustry Taglist: @MECOC EXPO 2025

We are thrilled to announce that NEx: An ACI Center of Excellence for Nonmetallic Building Materials has officially joined forces with the MECOC EXPO 2025 Expo as a Supporting Partner for the 2025 edition! This collaboration marks a significant step toward advancing the adoption of nonmetallic solutions in the oil & gas industry and beyond. At the MECOC Expo, NEx will discuss cutting-edge nonmetallic innovations, paving the way for a future of sustainability, corrosion resistance, and enhanced efficiency. As part of this collaboration, we’re proud to welcome the participation of major industry leaders including: aramco ADNOC Group OQ SABIC Sadara Chemical Company PETRONAS This partnership aligns with our mission to push the boundaries of nonmetallic applications and shape a new era of performance-driven materials. Attendees will be able to engage with global experts, explore groundbreaking technologies, and witness the latest advancements in nonmetallics that are transforming the energy sector. Join Us at MECOC Expo 2025 We invite industry professionals, researchers, and innovators to attend the MECOC Expo and join us on this transformative journey. Let’s collaborate to drive innovation, sustainability, and excellence in the oil and gas sector and beyond.

Hope you join us for the NEx-NEU Workshop during the ACI 2024 Fall Convention.

Please join us for NEx Monthly Webinar on GFRP Wire Mesh as Internal Reinforcement for SOG and Non-Structural Applications. Please join us for the NEx Monthly Webinar Session scheduled for October 30, 2024, (1:00 - 2:00 PM EST) titled GFRP Wire Mesh as Internal Reinforcement for SOG and Non-Structural Applications by Egor Litvinov - Binevir LLC, Francisco De Caso, Alvaro Ruiz Emparanza, Ph.D., P.E. at the University of Miami. Registration link: https://lnkd.in/dBkxD2rw