Tall buildings: Structural design of concrete buildings up to 300 m tall

The Concrete Centre, 2014
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Current

Supplement

Civil & Structural Supplement

Abstract

Sets the context of design and engineering issues and strategies relating to designing and constructing tall buildings, looking at different types of framing systems, expanding on the performance requirements of the structural elements. Highlights the need for assessment and investigation of the ground conditions, briefly discussing issues relating to basements. Provides 12 case studies of tall buildings using concrete through a range of storey heights and construction methods.

History

Reference: CCIP-058 Published by The Concrete Centre, part of the Mineral Products Association and Fédération Internationale du béton (fib). A Cement and Concrete Industry Publication (CCIP).

ISBN

9781908257147

Subjects

  • Building systems/frame
  • Materials
  • In situ concrete/cement
  • Building structure
  • Concrete building systems/frame

Publisher History

The Concrete Centre is the central development organisation for the UK concrete sector and provides material, design and construction guidance. Their aim is to enable all those involved in the design, use and performance of concrete to realise the potential of the material. Funded by 15 major cement and concrete organisations, the Concrete Centre works alongside the British Cement Association, The Concrete Society, and the ready mix and precast concrete industries to ensure an integrated approach from the concrete sector to technical support, research, education, training and information services. The Reinforced Concrete Council and the Ready Mixed Concrete Bureau are now part of The Concrete Centre.

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NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.

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