IStructE

The Institution of Structural Engineers is the largest membership organisation dedicated to the art and science of structural engineering

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A Reporter raises concerns about an occupied, mid‑nineteenth century listed building where severe timber deterioration has been identified beneath a commercial unit. Despite professional advice only inadequate temporary measures in place.

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Published today - a new CROSS Topic Paper: Fire Test Evidence and Product Assurance
This Paper considers how fire test evidence is interpreted in practice, and looks at the broader issue of product assurance in the built environment.
Read more: https://t.co/CxBH7RWEl0

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⚠️ E-book update: from 16 Dec 2026, downloaded e-books must be read using the Ebook Central Reader App instead of Adobe Digital Editions. Details and instructions in the Nov/Dec issue of #TheStructuralEngineer. #ebooks #IStructELibrary

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The Reporter highlights concerns that reaction-to-fire classifications for asymmetrical construction products are often based on testing a single orientation. This may not represent credible fire exposure scenarios in external wall systems.

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In Structural Design for Architecture: The Work of Frank Newby, David Yeomans examines the career, design methods and legacy of Frank Newby: https://t.co/BCamn0VO6X

#StructuralEngineering

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A Reporter describes the challenges, from a regulator's perspective, regarding proposals to maintain the original hardwood doors/window shutters on the face of a historic building being developed for use as flats.
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A Reporter has identified a recurring approach in the fire design of RC columns in residential buildings, where slender columns are treated as walls based on geometric proportions. They have concerns about inadequate fire resistance.
Read more: https://t.co/BpsYqDHZfe

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How can façades help shape a more resilient built environment? This book brings together leading international experts to explore performance-based façade design. #ebooks #IStructELibrary

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A fire in a modern residential dwelling demonstrated rapid fire development, failure of a protected stair enclosure, and significant structural degradation within a short time. A reporter raises concerns about lightweight timber construction.
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The reported safety issue concerns the risk of sudden ceiling collapse in occupied school buildings due to overstressed and poorly supported ceiling structures. Identifying risks early and acting decisively is critical to occupant safety.

Read more: https://t.co/ycFpJKn58g

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The Reporter highlights recurring issues across multiple buildings relating to the specification and construction of smoke shafts and smoke control ducts. These issues are said to compromise performance of smoke ventilation systems.
Read more: https://t.co/Bk6D0uhWx4

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Third and final volume of the ICE Manual of Health and Safety in Construction now available on our EBSCOhost platform. #ebooks #OccupationalHealth #IStructELibrary

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A Reporter says structural risk assessments are a fundamental requirement in the safety case submission process for higher-risk buildings. However, ambiguous guidance lead to instances where non-structural engineers conducted assessments.

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New volume in the Modern Concrete Technology series available on our EBSCOhost platform. #ebooks #3Dprinting #IStructELibrary

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EEFIT has been shortlisted for the Project Team Excellence Award at the British Construction Industry Awards for its mission to Morocco following the 2023 earthquake.

Congratulations to everyone involved in this well-deserved recognition.

#BCIAwards #EEFIT

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Our upcoming online webinar: Ground investigations for effective basement waterproofing

Secure your place for our webinar on 29 September 2026: https://t.co/cZJw37QBnC

#IStructE #Webinar #BuiltEnvironment #BasementDesign #FoundationEngineering

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The Reporter highlights concerns about the long-term condition of intumescent fire-protective coatings applied to structural steelwork in multi-storey car parks. Deterioration of coatings may reduce fire resistance if it's not addressed.

Read more: https://t.co/rfy8MkVgrn

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A Reporter is concerned that an architect relied heavily on AI-generated calculations to justify additional roof loading, without competent engineering verification. The case highlights the need for robust professional oversight and validation.
Read more: https://t.co/mxZqNyrNvl

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A report was received concerning maintenance works to a dry riser system within a high-rise residential building that resulted in the system being left temporarily inoperable, highlighting risks involving critical firefighting facilities.
Read more: https://t.co/cPybu533oF

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Check out these 25 peer-reviewed papers from the Structures Congress 2026. Topics include blast loading, bridges and careers. #ebooks #IStructELibrary

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