Concrete Flooring Treatment is a relatively specialized profession. Here is a list of relevant industry associations to learn about standards and methods currently used.
Australian Associations
Concrete Institute of Australia
Cement Concrete and Aggregates Australia
Concrete Masonry Association Australia
National Precast Concrete Association Australia
Concrete Sawing and Drilling Association of Australia
Australasian Concrete Repair Association
International Associations
International Grooving and Grinding Association
International Concrete Repair Institute
Concrete Sawing and Drilling Association
International Association of Drillers and Sawers
American Society of concrete contractors
American Concrete Polishing Council
American Institute of Polished Concrete