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Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI)

CRSI represents the reinforcing steel industry in North America and is the technical expert and prom CRSI’s members represent over 80% of the U.S.

Founded in 1924, the Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI) is a technical institute and Standards Developing Organization (SDO) that stands as the authoritative resource 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 opportunit

ies. 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. The CRSI website contains free technical information and document downloads as well as online tools to aid in project development and design.

06/12/2026

Registration is now open for the 2026 CRSI Northeast Region Conference, taking place August 26–27 at the Omni Homestead Resort & Spa in Hot Springs, VA. Register by July 24 to save $100. Join industry colleagues for two days of networking, regional updates, hosted receptions, bourbon tasting, golf, fly fishing, clay shooting, and more. Register today: https://bit.ly/4e8e3QA

Additional 2026 Region Conferences are coming soon:
- Western Region Conference | September 9–10 | South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Midwest Region Conference | September 16–17 | Milwaukee, WI
- Greater Southwestern & Southeast Region Conference | September 23–24 | Bentonville, AR

06/10/2026

FAQ: Why are mechanical splices used?

A: Mechanical splices are used in reinforced concrete construction for several practical reasons:

- Congestion mitigation: In heavily reinforced areas, there may not be enough space to properly place lap splices. Mechanical splices help reduce congestion and make reinforcement easier to install.

- Code or design requirements: For larger reinforcing bars, such as #14 or #18 bars, lap splices are not permitted by code. Mechanical or welded splices are required instead.

- Improved structural integrity: Mechanical splices do not rely on bond with the surrounding concrete to develop strength. This can be especially important in structures expected to behave inelastically, such as seismic applications.

- Reduced formwork damage: Dowel bar mechanical splices can be used in place of standard dowels, helping contractors reuse forms and improve construction efficiency.

- Jobsite safety: Mechanical splices can reduce or eliminate exposed reinforcing bar ends, helping create safer conditions for workers on site.

Learn more at: https://bit.ly/4xlkwz4

06/08/2026

Designing for seismic performance requires trusted, practical guidance. CRSI’s “Seismic Design Guide for Steel Reinforced Concrete Buildings” provides engineers, architects, construction, and design professionals with a comprehensive resource for applying steel reinforced concrete solutions in seismic design. Explore guidance, examples, and industry expertise to support resilient steel reinforced concrete buildings. Shop now: https://bit.ly/4g28T9W

06/04/2026

Need trusted guidance in the field? Shop now at https://bit.ly/4xa5bRO
CRSI’s essential field resources are available in print and digital formats, giving contractors, inspectors, engineers, and industry professionals practical guidance for steel reinforced concrete construction. Explore resources including the Manual of Standard Practice, Reinforcing Bars: Anchorages and Splices, Placing Reinforcing Bars, and Field Inspection of Reinforcing Bars.

06/03/2026

Cal Poly’s $96M Frost Center harnesses the raw strength of steel-reinforced concrete, turning structural necessity into high architectural art. To meet the hyper-strict vibration demands of 22 state-of-the-art wet and dry labs, engineers utilized a massive 12-inch concrete flat slab and 2,000 cubic yards of Self-Consolidating Concrete. The poetic irony? Tons of structural mass were deployed to create a sense of weightless, open, and light-filled interdisciplinary flow. Read how this award-winning, steel-reinforced concrete masterpiece solved a complex hillside puzzle and set a new gold standard for institutional design: https://bit.ly/4ufJ61x

06/01/2026

Your summer starts here with CRSI’s 2026 Chapter Events. Join fellow members, colleagues, and industry partners for golf outings, chapter meetings, networking, and regional updates designed to build stronger business connections while supporting the steel reinforced concrete community. Reserve your spot today and make the most of the season. https://bit.ly/437CoPO

2026 Summer Chapter Lineup:
- Pioneer Chapter — June 17 | Lemont, IL
- Great Lakes Chapter — June 25 | Cincinnati, OH
- Knickerbocker & Pilgrim Chapters, July 9 | Galloway, NJ
- Heart of America Chapter — July 22–23 | Lake Ozark, MO
- Viking Chapter — July 30 | Lake Elmo, MN
- Pacific Northwest Chapter — July 30 | Yakima, WA
- with even more opportunities to connect, compete, and engage still to come!

05/29/2026

Welcome Speedway Construction Products (Fort Wayne, IN) to CRSI. https://www.speedwaycp.com/ We’re excited to have them join the CRSI community and look forward to the experience and perspective they bring to the network. Please join us in giving them a warm welcome.

Interested in membership? Learn more: bit.ly/3pgRi6j

05/28/2026

Reinforcing Steel is the product of choice thanks to these specific advantages over other materials:

* Ability to be recycled
* Compatibility with concrete
* Ability to be bent
* Robustness
* Availability

Learn more at: https://bit.ly/3FW842W

05/27/2026

CRSI Honors Awards entry deadline extended to July 3. Submit your project: https://bit.ly/4lgqjQH

The Honors Awards program highlights outstanding reinforced concrete design and construction while providing visibility for the teams behind the work. If your team delivered a standout project in steel reinforced concrete between 2022–2025, now is the time to get it recognized. Submissions are open to owners, designers, contractors, and material suppliers. If your work pushed the boundaries of design or solved complex challenges, it deserves to be seen.

05/26/2026

The CRSI Rebar Reference Mobile App is available for download: https://bit.ly/3YBNiv5

The app provides quick access to valuable steel-reinforced concrete information, including reinforcing steel details, splice information, safety resources, shop and field guidance, signage materials, and other practical tools designed to support professionals across the industry. Whether you’re on the jobsite, in the shop, or at your workstation, the CRSI Rebar Reference App serves as a convenient, free resource for reinforced concrete construction information. Available on Apple iOS and Google Android.

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933 N Plum Grove Rd
Schaumburg, IL
60173

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Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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(847) 517-1200

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http://www.crsi.org/

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