Amcon is a proud member and supporter of several industry associations and has teamed up with strategic partners in order to help strengthen the construction industry. More information on our national and regional affiliations can be found below.
American Institute of Architects (AIA)
NCMA is the national trade association representing the producers and suppliers of concrete masonry products, including concrete block, manufactured stone veneer, segmental retaining walls, and articulating concrete block. The Association’s mission, through nearly a century of advocacy, remains to advance, protect and promote the common interests of its members. Through leadership, promotion, education, research, government relations and partnering, NCMA ensures that members’ products are the building materials of choice.
The Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association (CMHA)
The Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association (CMHA) represents a unification of the Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute (ICPI) and National Concrete Masonry Association (NCMA). CMHA is a trade association representing US and Canadian producers and suppliers in the concrete masonry and hardscape industry, as well as contractors of interlocking concrete pavement and segmental retaining walls. CMHA is the authority for segmental concrete products and systems, which are the best value and preferred choice for resilient pavement, structures, and living spaces. CMHA is dedicated to the advancement of these building systems through research, promotion, education, and the development of manufacturing guides, design codes and resources, testing standards, and construction practices.
National Concrete Masonry Association (NCMA)
NCMA is the national trade association representing the producers and suppliers of concrete masonry products, including concrete block, manufactured stone veneer, segmental retaining walls, and articulating concrete block. The Association’s mission, through nearly a century of advocacy, remains to advance, protect and promote the common interests of its members. Through leadership, promotion, education, research, government relations and partnering, NCMA ensures that members’ products are the building materials of choice.
Minnesota Concrete & Masonry Contractors Association (MC&MCA)
Formed in 1964, the Minnesota Concrete & Mason Contractors Association (MC&MCA) is a nonprofit trade association comprised of over 100 concrete and masonry contractors and related companies doing business in Minnesota. Their objectives are to develop and stimulate business opportunities, create public awareness of the advantages of industry products and services, promote masonry and concrete to design professionals, coordinate efforts to improve conditions within the industry, promote and encourage cooperation with other affiliated trade associations, and represent contractor member interests in collective bargaining.
Concrete Products Group (CPG)
The Concrete Products Group (CPG) is a national group consisting of regional market leaders in the concrete products industry. The CPG provides consistent, top-quality products to regional and national customers. Products manufactured by CPG Member Companies are designed to enhance the sustainability and performance of your project. CPG invests time and resources to make sure the color you get is what is specified. With more than 70 manufacturing and distribution locations, the Concrete Products Group is uniquely situated to serve the needs of our customers.
The National Precast Concrete Association
NCPA provides industry leadership by promoting quality precast concrete products across all markets, addressing industry challenges and developing opportunities for our members’ success. The Board and staff are committed to upholding the core values of stewardship, service, integrity, advancement and communication.
Construction Specification Institute (CSI)
The Construction Specification Institute (CSI) is a national association of more than 9,500 professionals, including specifiers, architects, engineers, contractors, facility managers, product representatives, manufacturers, owners, and others who are experts in the industry who work together to improve the quality of construction specifications. CSI members are experts in building construction and the materials used therein and are dedicated to improving the communication of construction information. The mission of CSI is to advance building information management and education of project teams to improve facility performance.
Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA)
Since 1950, the Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) has educated, trained, and represented the mason contractor. The MCAA promotes the use of masonry, recruits and assists in training of the industry’s workforce, impacts federal legislative and standard issues affecting contractors, and provides educational programs for the key employees of member firms. Through strong programs, publications, and services, the MCAA promotes the interests of its members. By promoting the use of masonry, influencing reasonable codes and standards, workforce development and public affairs, the association actively advances the use of masonry.
Minnesota Nursery & Landscape Association (MNLA)
The Minnesota Nursery & Landscape Association (MNLA) is the region’s oldest and largest horticultural trade association. The organization was originally formed in 1925 as the Minnesota State Nurseryman’s Association. In 1988, the organization’s name was changed to the Minnesota Nursery and Landscape Association to accurately reflect the diversity of its members. MNLA is dedicated to helping its members by providing continuing education, providing tools for industry marketing, monitoring and influencing government affairs, promoting professionalism, responsibly improving and maintaining our environment, providing opportunities for financial benefits, and promoting member networking.
Novabrik International
Novabrik is an international company responsible for the innovation and licensing of Novabrik Self-Ventilated Mortarless Brick Siding. Novabrik products can be found across the US and Canada on projects ranging from small residential to multi-location commercial contracts. Amcon Concrete Products, LLC is proud to be a part of Novabrik International bringing innovative products to the United States.
TCC Materials
TCC Materials runs the masonry division under the Amcon brand and a leading Midwest manufacturer of cementitious packaged products with operating facilities in Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota. TCC Materials’ brands include TCC Materials®, Spec Mix®, Quikrete®, Akona®, Sakrete®, ProSpec®, Tech-Mix®, Cherry Stone®, Nurserymen’s Preferred® and C-Cure®. We attribute our success at TCC Materials to our strong devotion to service, understanding customer needs, technical support, and complete quality assurance.