Epoxy Interest Group

What Epoxy Interest Group does

The Epoxy Interest Group (EIG) is a not-for-profit trade association formed in March 2008 as a specialized group within the Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI, founded 1924). Headquartered at 933 North Plum Grove Road, Schaumburg, Illinois, EIG functions as the authoritative educational, technical, and promotional resource for fusion-bonded epoxy-coated steel reinforcing bars (FBECR / epoxy rebar) used in reinforced concrete construction across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Its core product is not manufactured goods but a category of specification, technical documentation, and certification programs: EIG promotes epoxy-coated rebar through standards-setting participation (ASTM A775/A775M, A934/A934M, D3963, D884), FHWA- and University of Kansas-funded life-cycle research, case-study publication, and the CRSI Fusion-Bonded Epoxy Coating Applicator Plant Certification Program (37 certified plants).

Underlying technology promoted by EIG is a four-step fusion-bonded epoxy coating process applied to steel reinforcement bars: blast-cleaning to near-white metal finish, induction heating to approximately 450°F, electrostatic application of epoxy powder, and cure hardening. The resulting dielectric coating provides multi-mechanism corrosion protection—blocking chloride ion passage and reducing corrosion rates 40-50x versus uncoated bars in dual-mat configurations. Lifecycle cost studies demonstrate $237/yd² over 75 years versus $444/yd² for uncoated steel, an ROI of roughly 2,857% versus the marginal initial cost premium.

EIG's revenue model is a non-profit trade association structure built on subscription/recurring member dues, certification program fees for the 37 CRSI-certified coating plants and certified fabricators, and CRSI-subsidized funding. Its go-to-market is sales-led through the CRSI Technical Marketing Manager, focused on relationship development with State Departments of Transportation, engineering specifiers, architects, fabricators, and end-users across the bridge, building, marine, parking, pavement, and repair verticals. Named projects illustrate demand-side concentration on State DOTs (Mississippi DOT, Caltrans, Kansas/Missouri DOT, DDOT, Naval Facilities Engineering Command) plus commercial developers (Magellan Development, Abbey Group, HARBORCENTER).

Name

Epoxy Interest Group

Legal name

Epoxy Interest Group

Website

https://epoxyinterestgroup.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Epoxy Interest Group is a not-for-profit trade association within CRSI that promotes fusion-bonded epoxy-coated steel reinforcing bars, providing technical education, standards development, and plant certification for State DOTs, engineers, and construction specifiers across North America.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Materials Trade Association

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330), Environmental Consulting Services (541620)

SIC

Services-Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management (8700)

akta.pro primary industry

Product Sustainability & LCA/EPD (Eco-design, PCF) (EUAHAJAF)

Keywords

• Epoxy-coated rebar
• Corrosion protection systems
• Concrete reinforcement materials
• Trade association services
• Plant certification programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Schaumburg

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Industry Association Services: EIG functions as a not-for-profit trade association under CRSI (Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute), providing authoritative resource for information related to epoxy-coated steel in reinforced concrete. Revenue supports education, technical support, training, and promotional activities for member companies.
2. Certification Programs: CRSI manages certification programs for epoxy-coated bar producers and fabricators. The CRSI Fusion-Bonded Epoxy Coating Applicator Plant Certification Program certifies manufacturing processes. Currently 37 plants are certified under this program.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Epoxy Interest Group (EIG) is a not-for-profit trade association operating within the Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI) that serves as the authoritative resource for information on epoxy-coated steel reinforcing bars (epoxy rebar/FBECR) used in reinforced concrete construction. The organization provides education, technical support, training, research publications, and manages the CRSI Fusion-Bonded Epoxy Coating Plant Certification Program for the construction market in the US, Canada, and Mexico.

Product overview

Epoxy Interest Group (EIG) of CRSI is a not-for-profit trade association that serves as an authoritative resource for information related to epoxy-coated steel reinforcing bars (epoxy rebar/FBECR/ECR) in reinforced concrete construction. The organization does not manufacture products but provides technical documentation, research resources, and certification programs. Its core offering is the promotion and education of epoxy-coated reinforcing steel, supplemented by technical resources such as the Cost-Effective Corrosion Repair Systems study, the Epoxy vs. Galvanized Performance Comparison, and the Parking Garage Deterioration Prevention guide. EIG also manages the CRSI Fusion-Bonded Epoxy Coating Plant Certification Program and publishes the Anti-Corrosion Times newsletter. The organization serves specifiers, engineers, architects, fabricators, and end-users in the US, Canada, and Mexico construction markets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Epoxy-Coated Steel Reinforcing Bars (Epoxy Rebar) Fusion-bonded epoxy-coated steel reinforcing bars providing corrosion protection in reinforced concrete. Used in bridges, buildings, marine structures, pavements, parking structures, and repair applications. The core product promoted and documented by EIG.
• CRSI Fusion-Bonded Epoxy Coating Plant Certification Program Voluntary certification program for epoxy-coated rebar manufacturers providing independent certification of quality control procedures, training, and compliance with industry standards. Currently 37 plants are certified under this program.
• EIG Online Resource Library Online library of resources including articles, industry links, newsletters, presentations, publications, specifications, videos, case histories, and research reports related to epoxy-coated reinforcing steel.

Quantifiable outcome

• 75-year lifecycle cost of $237/yd² vs $444/yd² for uncoated steel - lowest among all corrosion protection systems
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and historical.

• University of Kansas Center for ResearchcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2011University of Kansas conducted extensive research for FHWA and Kansas DOT evaluating multiple corrosion protection systems including epoxy-coated, uncoated, and stainless steel reinforcing. The study provided in-depth evaluation of performance, chloride ingress, corrosion rates, and economic analysis over 75-year lifecycle.
• Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2008FHWA provided funding for University of Kansas research on corrosion protection systems for reinforced concrete bridge decks. FHWA estimated corrosion repair/replacement costs at $20+ billion annually with $500M annual increase. FHWA tests demonstrated epoxy-coated reinforcing steel has 40-50 times less corrosion rate than uncoated bars when both mats are coated.
• State Departments of TransportationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2008In 2008, more than 60,000 bridges with Epoxy-Coated Steel Reinforcing Bars were listed in the National Bridge Inventory. Many State Departments of Transportation require bars to be manufactured under CRSI certification program. Specifiers and contractors in transportation sector are key targets for EIG promotional activities.
• CRSI Certified Plant MemberscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1991EIG member companies include epoxy coating applicators and manufacturers. 37 plants currently certified under CRSI Fusion-Bonded Epoxy Coating Applicator Plant Certification Program. By 1997, 30 plants were certified. Member companies: ABC Coating Company, Akzo Nobel Powder Coatings, American Highway, Axalta Coating Systems, BL Downey Company LLC, CMC, Dimension Fabricators Inc., Green Steel Coatings, IFS Coatings, Lane Enterprises Inc., Men of Steel Rebar, Nucor Rebar Fabrication, Corrosion Control Inc./Re-Steel Supply, Sherwin-Williams, Simcote, Sioux City Foundry, Western Coating Inc.
• Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1985EIG is a not-for-profit trade association that is a subset of member companies of CRSI. CRSI was founded in 1924 and stands as the authoritative resource for information related to steel reinforced concrete construction. CRSI members are manufacturers, fabricators and placers of steel reinforcing bar and related products, as well as professionals involved in research, design and construction of reinforced concrete. In 1985, the Fusion Bonded Coaters Association (FBCA) merged with CRSI.
• National Bureau of Standards (now NIST)historicalStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1973In response to corrosion problems from deicing salts (1M to 12M tons/year between 1950-1979), the National Bureau of Standards initiated tests on various liquid and powdered coatings for corrosion protective qualities, chemical and physical durability, and chloride permeability. Based on testing, fusion-bonded epoxy coating was proposed as corrosion protection for bridge decks.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• ASTM International: Standards development organization whose specifications (A775, A934, D3963) underpin epoxy-coated rebar. Comparable as a nonprofit SDO serving construction materials with technical consensus standards.
• Steel Manufacturers Association (SMA): Trade association for electric arc furnace steel producers serving construction markets. Comparable as an industry association advocating for steel products in infrastructure, with member companies including rebar fabricators that overlap with EIG's constituency.
• American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI): Trade association representing the North American steel industry. Comparable as a construction-materials trade association developing specifications and advocating for steel products in infrastructure applications.
• Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI): Parent organization of EIG; trade association promoting steel-reinforced concrete construction since 1924. Directly comparable as a construction-materials trade association developing standards and certification programs for rebar products.
• American Concrete Institute (ACI): Leading authority on concrete design and construction standards. Comparable as a nonprofit technical society developing codes (ACI 318) and certification programs for concrete materials and practices.
• Post-Tensioning Institute (PTI): Nonprofit trade association for post-tensioned concrete construction. Comparable as a technical association developing standards, certification, and educational programs for a specialized concrete reinforcement technology.
• Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI): Technical institute for precast and prestressed concrete. Comparable as a nonprofit association developing industry standards, certification programs, and educational resources for a specific concrete construction segment.
• National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA): Trade association for ready-mixed concrete producers. Comparable as a nonprofit industry organization promoting concrete products, providing certification, and educating specifiers and end-users in the construction supply chain.
• Wire Reinforcement Institute (WRI): Trade association promoting welded wire reinforcement in concrete construction. Comparable as a niche construction-materials trade association developing specifications and promoting product adoption to specifiers.
• Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP): Formerly NACE International; global nonprofit authority on corrosion protection. Comparable as a technical society providing standards, certification, and education on corrosion-control technologies — directly addressing EIG's core problem space.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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