Every concrete frame tells a story.
On 17 June 2026, the IStructE Scotland Regional Group is bringing together leading UK speakers for an in-person CPD seminar on:
Efficient Design and Construction of Concrete Structures
https://t.co/snIHPXF26w
A significant safety concern arose when a section of underpinning of a building undergoing modifications collapsed overnight, outside of working hours, resulting in structural damage.
See more: https://t.co/YwFFxneeaE
Our next Lunchtime Presentation - Online only - is
'Creating a Sustainable Quality Culture Across Construction – Contractor Design Portion Recommendations'
Tuesday 26th May2026 : 12.30pm – 13.30pm
https://t.co/3CErDamYQz
recommended for 1 hour CPD
Every concrete frame tells a story.
On 17 June 2026, the IStructE Scotland Regional Group is bringing together leading UK speakers for an in-person CPD seminar on:
Efficient Design and Construction of Concrete Structures
https://t.co/snIHPXF26w
From behaviour to design: learn to size members, set stability systems and check analysis with quick approximate methods. Create whole‑building schemes with confidence.
Book now: https://t.co/SCYmx7DXe3
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Evening Technical Meeting - Edinburgh - 6pm - Thursday 21st May 2026.
'Performance-based design (PBD) for onshore and offshore structures'
Register here https://t.co/v3AtADduUR
Hybrid - In person and online
The reporter has observed increased corrosion rates on the steel handrail of a pedestrian footbridge that is approximately 15 years old. They are concerned that the breakdown of the paint finish may extend undetected to the bridge.
Read the full report: https://t.co/3MEX1YUVFm
Evening Technical Meeting - Edinburgh - 6pm - Thursday 21st May 2026.
'Performance-based design (PBD) for onshore and offshore structures'
Register here https://t.co/v3AtADduUR
Hybrid - In person and online
The reporter highlights a potentially widespread issue where fire-protection mortars are being applied at densities far below the product's tested values, compromising fire resistance and potentially giving contractors a commercial advantage.
Read more: https://t.co/gg0Q2qiad3
Our next Lunchtime Presentation - Online only - is
'Creating a Sustainable Quality Culture Across Construction – Contractor Design Portion Recommendations'
Tuesday 26th May2026 : 12.30pm – 13.30pm
https://t.co/3CErDamYQz
recommended for 1 hour CPD
Designer of smoke control systems expressed concerns about broad fire performance claim made by a manufacturer for an insulation product used with smoke control dampers & ducts, if those components are made from similar gauge steel.
Read the full report: https://t.co/tzEa2JFO6b