Certifications & Affiliations

Gecan is certified by or affiliated with the following organizations:

AASHTO Materials Reference Lab (AMRL)
Through their Laboratory Assessment, Proficiency Sample, and AASHTO Accreditation programs, AMRL is a leading authority in construction materials testing.

Alberta Roadbuilders and Heavy Construction Association (ARHCA)
ARHCA is committed to ensuring a viable construction industry by actively promoting quality, cost effective, and socially responsible services for its members and the public.

Alberta Transportation
Alberta Transportation, which strives to be a centre of excellence for North American transportation, has pre-qualified Gecan to provide mix design services for their projects.

American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO)
Regarded as the voice of transportation, AASHTO works to educate the public and key decision makers about the critical role that transportation plays in securing a good quality of life and sound economy.

Asphalt Emulsions Manufacturing Association (AEMA)
AEMA is the leading international authority on the research, development, and use of asphalt emulsions.

Asphalt Institute (AI)
As the international trade association of petroleum asphalt producers, manufacturers, and associated businesses, the AI is committed to promoting the benefits of petroleum asphalt through research, development, and education.

Association of Asphalt Pavement Technologists (AAPT)
With over 800 international members, the AAPT is a central point of communication between professionals in the asphalt paving industry.

Association of Professional Engineers, Geologists, and Geophysicists of Alberta (APEGGA)
Since 1920, APEGGA has regulated engineering, geology and geophysics practice in Alberta, based on provincial statute.

Canadian Council of Independent Laboratories (CCIL)
CCIL represents the interests of Canada’s independent testing industry. Through their code of ethics and certification programs, they promote the highest possible business and testing standards.

Canadian Technical Asphalt Association (CTAA)
Comprising over 500 scientists, engineers, technicians, academics, students, contractors, consultants, and suppliers involved in the asphalt industry, the CTAA is the only Canadian forum dedicated to the discussion and advancement of the asphalt industry.

International Slurry Surfacing Association (ISSA)
ISSA is an international, non-profit association working to research, discuss, and promote the use of pavement preservation.

National Binder Technician Certification (NBTC)
The NBTC program, offered by the Asphalt Institute, ensures technicians emerge with a concise, standard interpretation of test methods and consistently precise lab practices.

Rocky Mountain Asphalt User/Producer Group (RMAUPG)
For over 20 years RMAUPG has brought together asphalt and aggregate producers, paving contractors, transportation agencies, consultants, testing equipment manufacturers and industry associations to develop and promote uniform specifications for cost effective asphalt production, as well as improved asphalt paving systems.

Western Cooperative Test Group (WCTG)
The WCTG is a North American association dedicated to promoting mutual understanding between users and producers of asphalt materials.