World Concrete Competitors

The American Concrete Institute is a leading authority and resource worldwide for the development and distribution of consensus-based standards, technical resources, educational & training programs, certification programs, and proven expertise for individuals and organizations involved in concrete design, construction, materials, and repair who share a commitment to pursuing the best use of concrete. Founded in 1904, ACI is headquartered in Farmington Hills, Michigan, USA, with a regional office in Dubai, UAE, and Resource Centers located in Southern California, the Midwest (Chicago, IL area), and the Mid-Atlantic (Baltimore, MD area). ACI has more than 90 chapters, 350 student chapters, and 40,000+ members spanning over 120 countries. The American Concrete Institute – Always advancing®. Visit concrete.org for additional information.

The Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute is a unique organization of producers, suppliers and professionals. PCI is dedicated to fostering greater understanding of the design and use of precast and prestressed concrete. It also encourages and recognizes excellence in the manufacture and use of these materials. Our professional members guide the Institute's efforts in product innovation, new technology adaptation, design methods development, training and quality assurance. Since its inception in 1954, PCI has been a dynamic force in the steady growth and the current position of this expanding industry. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @pciprecast

National Cement Company of Alabama, Inc. has been producing high-quality cement products in St. Clair County, Alabama for over a century. Operations began in July 1910 at our current site in Ragland, and the plant has served as a key supplier for regional infrastructure and development ever since. In 1974, National Cement became part of the Vicat Group of France, a global leader in cement manufacturing with a long-standing commitment to innovation, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence. Today, the Ragland plant supplies a diverse customer base across Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Mississippi, and Florida. Cement is shipped via truck and rail from Ragland and through a growing network of distribution terminals located in Georgia, Tennessee, and South Carolina. Our experienced territory managers are strategically located throughout the Southeast to provide prompt service, technical support, and reliable delivery. We are committed to delivering the highest quality cement at a competitive price, while upholding our core values of integrity, customer focus, and sustainable progress. As an employer and corporate citizen in Alabama, we take pride in operating responsibly, improving continuously, and contributing to the long-term health of the communities we serve. Our Ragland plant has been recognized by the U.S. EPA with ENERGY STAR certification and continues to lead the way in the use of alternative fuels and the production of low-carbon cement technologies. In addition to cement manufacturing, National Cement of Alabama is vertically integrated through its ready-mix subsidiaries — Kirkpatrick Concrete and Walker Concrete — which provide residential, commercial, and infrastructure concrete solutions across Alabama and Georgia through an extensive network of modern batch plants. Together with our customers, partners, and communities, we are proud to build what’s next for the Southeast.