Resources
The American Galvanizers Association’s Life-Cycle Cost Calculator helps users compare the long-term value of hot-dip galvanizing against alternative corrosion protection systems. By evaluating initial coating costs, maintenance requirements, service life expectations, and projected lifecycle expenses, the calculator provides valuable insight into the long-term economic advantages of galvanizing.
Access the calculator to evaluate corrosion protection strategies and better understand the long-term performance and maintenance value of hot-dip galvanizing.
Resources
Industry leadership backed by active industry involvement
AZZ has been a member of the American Galvanizing Association since 1991, having earned recognition for excellence in hot-dip galvanizing in a variety of industries and applications including recreation, petrochemical, industrial and agriculture.
Through participation in the AGA and other industry organizations, AZZ supports the advancement of galvanizing standards, corrosion protection education, and industry best practices. AZZ also develops and presents certified continuing education seminars for architects, engineers, fabricators, and detailers focused on galvanizing applications, corrosion protection, and infrastructure durability.
AZZ actively participates in and supports numerous industry organizations, associations, and technical groups, including:
- American Galvanizing Association
- American Institute of Architects
- American Institute of Steel Constructors
- APC/PennDOT
- American Road and Transportation Builders Association
- Bridge Preservation Partnership
- Canadian Institute of Steel Construction
- Chemical Coaters Association International
- FEMA (Farm Equipment Manufacturers Association)
- Intermodal Association of North America
- Illinois County Engineers Association
- Indiana Fabricators Association
- Iowa County Engineers Association
- Illinois Road and Transportation Builders Association
- NACE International
- NATM (National Association of Trailer Manufacturers
- NOMMA (National Ornamental and Miscellaneous Metals Association)
- NRPA (National Recreation and Parks Association)
- Ohio Steel Fabricators Association
- OSEA (Oklahoma Structural Engineers Association)
- SEAoT (Structural Engineers Association of Texas)
- Short Span Steel Bridge Alliance
- SSPC (Society for Protective Coatings)
- Stadium Managers Association
- Structural Steel Institute
- SWFA (SW Fabricators Association)
- Texas County Engineers Association
Industry accreditation
AZZ can help you earn credit hours for industry accreditation. Contact us for additional information about available programs and training opportunities.
