2020 “CRSI HONORS” Design and Construction Awards Program Call for Entries Opens
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2020 “CRSI HONORS” Design and Construction Awards Program Call for Entries Opens

(SCHAUMBURG, IL – March 16, 2020) The Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI) announces the kickoff of the popular and structures recognition program. The window for submitting entries is open from March 16 to June 1, 2020.

For 50 years CRSI has recognized excellence in the design and construction of concrete buildings and bridges. Project achievements will inspire prospective clientele and tomorrow’s design and construction leaders.

The 2020 CRSI HONORS program is open to all project team members including owners, designers, builders and structural material suppliers.

Eligible structures utilize reinforced concrete as the primary structural system, are located in the United States, Canada, or Mexico and must be completed between January 1, 2016 and December 31, 2019.

HONORS submittals are reviewed for the ways steel reinforced concrete is leveraged in an innovative or exceptional manner to improve the structure’s value, sustainability, appearance and durability. Design and/or construction approaches to which ultimate outcome objectives are achieved are also considered.

Project categories include:

Due to their entry in the HONORS program, many of the projects receive exposure in Institute promotions for steel reinforced concrete design and construction. Many entries become case studies on the CRSI website, as well as referenced in our popular university and professional development programs.

Submitting an entry for this respected award is quick and convenient! Visit the CRSI HONORS website at  honors.crsi.org for complete details. Participation is FREE for Members. Non-members pay $150 and receive complimentary Professional membership for one year. Professional membership benefits include the opportunity to participate in the Institute at the national, regional, and local levels; CRSI’s experts offer daily technical assistance; the chance to join any of the CRSI committees; and attending CRSI Region Managers’ presentations and workshops. There is no limitation on the number of project entries you can submit.

­Share the success and innovation of your project for the chance to receive some well-deserved recognition and possible CRSI membership. Enter early and often!

About the Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute

Founded in 1924, the Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI) is a technical institute and Standards Developing Organization (SDO) that stands as the authoritative resource for steel reinforced concrete construction. Among the Nation’s oldest trade associations, CRSI offers many industry-trusted technical publications, standards documents, design aids, reference materials and educational opportunities.

CRSI’s members represent over 80% of the U.S. manufacturers, fabricators and placers of steel reinforcing bar and related products with over 600 locations in 49 states, and with over 15,000 employees. Members produce, fabricate and install approximately 9 million ton of reinforcing steel per year using scrap steel in efficient manufacturing operations. It is estimated that the industry impacts over 75,000 people in steel transportation and placement in North America.

The CRSI membership also includes professionals across the country who are involved in the research, design, and construction of steel reinforced concrete. CRSI staff comprises a nationwide region network of industry professionals.