ACI Introduces Flatwork Certification

FRIDAY, JULY 27, 2018

Industry professionals will now be able to achieve two new designations through the American Concrete Institute, according to a news release from the organization last week.

ACI has introduced two new decorative concrete flatwork certification programs: Decorative Concrete Flatwork Finisher and Decorative Concrete Flatwork Associate.

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Industry professionals will now be able to achieve two new designations through the American Concrete Institute, according to a new release from the organization last week.

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Industry professionals will now be able to achieve two new designations through the American Concrete Institute, according to a new release from the organization last week.

Both certifications require individuals to complete a written exam and maintain current certifications as an appropriate ACI-certified concrete flatwork finisher or technician.

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The exam covers basic knowledge of various topics including:

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• Coloring: Applying and finishing dry-shake hardeners, finishing integral color;
• Stamping: Form layout, squaring formwork, pattern layout, release agents, texturing tool, finishing for texture application;
• Exposed Finishes: Seeding aggregate, finishing for top surface retarder application, applying top surface retarders, washing the surface;
• Stairs: Forming, stamped finish, exposed finish, colored finish; and
• Cleaning/Sealing: Applying curing compounds and sealers, surface preparation for sealers.

ACI notes that an associate can upgrade to finisher at any time during the five-year certification period by fulfilling the work experience requirements—1,500 hours.

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The certifications are offered through ACI’s network of more than 120 sponsoring groups and will also be offered at the American Society of Concrete Contractors annual conference on Sept. 20-23, in Charlotte, North Carolina.