| 1. | NAME |
The name of this organisation is the International Association of Automation and Robotics In Construction (IAARC) and it was established in June 1991.
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| 2. | PURPOSE |
| 2.1 | The application of automation, in the broader sense, and robotics and the associated Information Technology in building and civil engineering construction is very important to the future of the industry. Throughout the world, research and development are in progress in varying degrees related to automation and robotics.
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| 2.2 | The Association will assist in creating an "automation and robotics community" with specific application to all fields of construction, operation and maintenance including nuclear and offshore structures, roads and transport systems and construction in space.
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| 2.3 | The membership will include researchers, manufacturers and users.
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| 2.4 | The Association will assist in the dissemination of information and publicising the importance of applying automation and robotics in improving the environment, quality, safety and reducing costs.
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| 2.5 | The International Symposium on Automation and Robotics In Construction will be under the auspices of the Association and will be organised in collaboration with the Association's Board.
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| 3. | MAIN OBJECTIVES |
The Association will, in furtherance of its purpose, have the following main objectives:
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| 3.1 | To encourage, facilitate and promote the co-ordination of scientific and technical development in the area of automation and robotics in construction worldwide, through its membership.
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| 3.2 | To facilitate the collection, compilation, publication, exchange and dissemination of scientific and technical data, and of information on automation and robotics, research, development and use in construction worldwide. Application will include building and civil engineering construction, incorporating on and off site activities, robotics for infrastructure projects, nuclear, offshore, environmental and projects in space.
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| 3.3 | To encourage the execution of fundamental studies, advanced research, laboratory investigation, field tests and other activities of general interest for the international community which may result in the facilitation and acceleration of worldwide use of automation and robotics in construction.
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| 3.4 | To assist with the application of automation and robotics technology with fields set out in 2.2 above.
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| 4. | MEMBERSHIP |
The Association will operate as a scientific, technical and educational organisation.
Its membership shall be open to all persons and organisations who have an interest in carrying out the objectives in 3 above.
Applications for membership shall be made to the Secretariat for consideration by the Board.
Membership may be in the form of
- Personal membership
- Corporate membership, for companies and organisations.
- Educational organization membership
- Student membership.
Members will pay the annual membership fees. Full members will have the voting rights provided for under 6 below. Additional charges may be payable for special services.
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| 5. | NATIONAL GROUPS |
As the Association develops the Board of Directors will consider the formation of national groups having the objectives set out in 3 above.
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| 6. | VOTING RIGHTS |
Only paid up full members are eligible for voting by post, in person or by proxy.
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| 7. | TERMINATION OF MEMBERSHIP |
Voluntary termination of membership shall be by notice in writing to the Secretariat.
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| 8. | MEMBERSHIP FEES |
The annual membership fees will be established periodically by the Board of Directors and Membership will lapse if fees are not paid within three months of the due date.
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| 9. | OFFICERS |
The Officers shall be the President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer; these and others as required shall be elected by the Board. Officers are normally approved for a three year term.
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| 10. | BOARD OF DIRECTORS |
| 10.1 | The IAARC shall have a Board of Directors consisting of a President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Immediate Past President and up to 27 additional members of whom not more than three shall come from any single country.
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| 10.2 | The Board of Directors shall be elected for a three year term by postal ballot amongst the membership. Candidates standing for re-election shall secure the nomination of at least two members.
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| 10.3 | The Board of Directors may appoint such committees (including co - opted members) as it determines from time to time.
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| 10.4 | The members of the Board of Directors shall hold office until the election of successors, except in the case of resignation, death or expulsion.
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| 11. | GENERAL MEETINGS |
| 11.1 | The Annual General Meeting shall be held at a place and time designated by the Board. At least four weeks notice shall be given to the membership.
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| 11.2 | A General or Extraordinary General Meetings may be held at such time as the Board of Directors determine.
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| 12. | BOARD OF DIRECTORS' MEETINGS |
| 12.1 | The Board of Directors shall meet at least annually The meeting may take place at the International Symposium.
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| 12.2 | A Special Meeting of the Board can be called by not less than ten Board members.
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| 13. | ASSOCIATION YEAR |
The financial year shall be from January 1st each year to the following 31 December.
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| 14. | BOARD OF DIRECTORS' MEETINGS |
| 14.1 | All money received by, or on behalf of, the Association shall forthwith be paid to the credit of the Association in an account of such a trading bank as the Board of Directors may from time to time determine.
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| 14.2 | All cheques or withdrawal slips drawn on such account or accounts shall be signed by any two of the following: President or Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer or additional signatories as agreed by the Board.
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| 14.3 | The Board of Directors shall approve the audit account before presentation at the Annual General Meeting.
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| 15. | AUDIT |
An audited balance sheet shall be presented at the Annual General Meeting.
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| 16. | PERMANENT SECRETARIAT |
The Board shall establish a Permanent Secretariat at a suitable organisation and this will provide a focal point for general communicationl
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| 17. | COMMUNICATION AND PUBLICATIONS |
The Board will establish means for the Association to publicise its activities and communicate with its members. These may include a newsletter, regular and special publications, workshops, conferences and seminars, journals and such other activities as the Board may determine.
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| 18. | AMENDMENTS |
The Constitution/By Laws may be amended by a simple majority of the members. Proposals for amendments should be supported by at least five members and submitted in writing to the Secretariat at least sixty days before the Annual General Meeting. In addition to those present at the Meeting, all full members shall be consulted.
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| 19. | DISSOLUTION |
The Association shall not be dissolved except by a majority of two thirds of the Members present and entitled to vote at an Annual General Meeting or Special General Meeting called for the Purpose. After the payment of all debts, any assets remaining shall be distributed as the meeting shall determine to such other charitable organisations having similar aims and objectives an, if and insofar as the effect cannot be given to the provision, then to some charitable purposes.
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