Structural condition of early cast-in-situ concrete low-rise dwellings

Report BR 275

BRE, 1996
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Abstract

Summarises the findings of structural investigations on seven forms of early cast-in-situ concrete low-rise house construction; Corolite No-Fines, Fidler, Duo-Slab, Universal Type 2, Unit No-Fines, Forrester-Marsh and Diatomite. All are wholly independent systems with their own very different forms of construction and individual characteristics. Details of the form of construction are given for each system, together with a summary of the main findings of site investigations. Conclusions are drawn with respect to the structural condition of each type of construction based on the survey findings.

Author

Reeves, B. R. and Moss, R. M.

History

Included in BRE Report 469 - Non traditional houses.

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9781860810442

Subjects

  • Fire
  • Special subject areas
  • Fire protection

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BRE is a building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps its government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities. BRE is owned by the BRE Trust, a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.

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