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What are Roof Trusses? 🏗 Roof trusses are strong, rigid frames made from wood members and metal plates, designed like triangles. These geometric designs support the roof and roofing materials, just like the principles used in bridge construction. 🌲 #RoofTrussesExplained #StructuralDesign #Engineering #BuildingBlocks

Last call out for the Concrete Institute of Australia, Victorian seminar tomorrow 17 April 2024, on the topic of lateral floorplate design of buildings. There is more to it than you might think, especially for seismic design. Lots to learn and bring yourself up-to-date with this aspect of structural design. https://lnkd.in/gxNH3kh2

Did you know? Butler® offers #hybrid construction solutions for buildings requiring a mix of materials for a successful outcome. Butler's hybrid building solution integrates three types of primary structural steel with secondary structural members, and allows any wall material – including masonry, EIFS, concrete or Butler metal wall systems – to be used with a conventional or Butler structural system to create the desired architectural effect. #ButlerBuilder

A simple, repetitive concrete design increased construction efficiency and reduced costs while promoting quality and durability for the new Nice-Middleton Bridge project. Read how precast helped make this $436 million project a success → https://bit.ly/4fZ5Z2l

Understanding Post-Tension Slabs in Construction 🔧 Today, I'm on-site where we're working on a post-tension slab, a crucial element in modern construction. What is a Post-Tension Slab? A post-tension slab is a method of reinforcing concrete with high-strength steel strands or cables, known as tendons, that are tensioned after the concrete has set. This technique allows for greater spans and load capacities without the need for additional columns or supports. Key Benefits: 1) Enhanced Strength and Durability: Post-tensioning provides superior tensile strength and durability compared to traditional reinforced concrete. 2) Reduced Material Usage: This method can reduce the amount of concrete and rebar needed, leading to cost savings and environmental benefits. 3) Flexibility in Design: Architects and engineers can design larger open spaces with fewer supporting columns, providing greater design flexibility. Stay tuned for more insights from the field as we continue to build and innovate! Question : For those in the construction field, what challenges have you faced with post-tensioning, and how did you overcome them? #Engineering #Construction #PostTension #CivilEngineering #BuildingTheFuture

🔩🏗️ Navigating Fixings in New and Existing Concrete Structures 🏗️🔩 In new build concrete structures, the option to use cast-in fixings is straightforward. But what about when we’re retrofitting existing structures? The concrete is already there, often standing the test of time for decades. In our latest case study, we explored a building that has been standing strong for the last 60 years. When selecting fixings and designing connections, numerous factors come into play, from edge clearance distances to the precise location of rebars within the existing concrete. These considerations are critical not just for existing buildings but are equally vital for new builds. Most new rainscreen facades rely on expansion anchors and chemical anchors, but there’s more to the story. In our Retrofitting Brutalism course, we also delve into the use of screw anchors, highlighting instances where these are appropriate in facade design. Understanding the nuances of fixings and connections is essential for both new and existing structures. Join us in exploring the best practices and innovative solutions that ensure robust and reliable facades. 📽️ Take the course to dive deeper into this topic and enhance your understanding of facade engineering in both new and retrofit projects. Institute for Architectural Science and Technology (IAST) #FacadeEngineering #ConcreteStructures #Retrofitting #BuildingRestoration #SustainableDesign

Cast-in loops are concrete element lifting anchors, which as opposed to conventional Threaded steel loops, are not visible after assembly. They are especially well suited for lifting foundation elements, concrete beams and hollow-core slab transportation. This lifting System is comprised of steel wire, oval shaped lifting anchors and pocket formers that are used for fixing the wire loops to the concrete for lifting.

Construction of precast segmental box girder Bridge! the construction of precast segmental box girder bridges provides the following advantages: Enhanced Structural Integrity: Precast segments ensure uniformity and precision in construction, guaranteeing a strong and stable bridge structure. Reduced Dead Load: Optimization of design minimizes unnecessary weight on the bridge, leading to cost savings and improved overall performance. Flexible Design: Precast segments allow for customization of spans, alignments, and configurations to suit specific project requirements, enhancing versatility and adaptability. Improved Long-Term Performance: Durable materials and construction methods increase resistance to environmental factors, ensuring longevity and reliability. Ease of Maintenance: Modular construction simplifies inspection and upkeep, minimizing disruption and extending the bridge's service life. #architect #civil #structural #mep #mechanical #qualitymanagement

The Ingalls Building (Cincinnati, OH) was the first reinforced concrete skyscraper in the world. The 16-story Ingalls Building, still in use today, was the world's first reinforced concrete skyscraper. Its success led to the acceptance of high-rise concrete construction in the United States.   Melville E. Ingalls, for whom the building is named, spent two years convincing city officials to issue a building permit. Skepticism was high, because the existing height record for a concrete building was only six stories. Ingalls knew that Ernest L. Ransome had been using reinforced concrete since the mid-1800s, analyzing ways to increase its strength. In 1884, Ransome patented the use of twisted steel bars for the reinforcing of concrete. His pioneering efforts helped establish the viability of concrete for large, multi-level buildings.   The 210-foot-high building was designed to act as a monolithic unit, with each floor slab providing a rigid diaphragm to steady the building from wind loads. . . . #historicbuildings #rebar #rebardetailer #steelreinforcement #rebarplacer #concreteconstruction #structuralengineering #rebarsplicing #StructuralEngineer #concretedesign #rebardetailing #StructuralStrength #BuiltToLast #drafting #detailing #concreteindustry #rebarfabrication #rebarfabricator #rebarinstallation #rebarconstruction #rodbuster #ironworker #jobsite #steelRebar

Steel reinforcement bars, or rebars, are crucial in construction, providing the tensile strength that concrete alone cannot offer. Different types of rebars are used based on specific project needs and environmental conditions. 👉 Swipe through the carousel to explore the different types of steel reinforcement bars and discover which one is right for your next project! #SteelReinforcementBars #ConstructionMaterials #ConcreteStrength #BuildingBetter #StructuralIntegrity #connectionstructures #constructionprojects #connectiondesign #steeldetailing #steeldetail #steelfabrication #kdr #kdrdraftingservices #design #estimation #estimationservices #draftingservices #detailing #SteeldratingEstimation #SteelEstimation #steelstructures #powerfulSteelDrafting #tekla #structraldesign