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CONCRETEFiX 4:5
Recent research into Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete
by Professor Chris Goodier
Professor Chris Goodier shares insights in the use of Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete in the light of the UK Department for Education’s announcement earlier this year not to open some schools containing RAAC, which put concrete in the media spotlight like never before.
SEASON 4
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S4: E1 - 3D TERRESTRIAL SCANNING AND AS-BUILT REALITY MODELING
Thursday, 19 January 2023
Presenters: Hugh Fraser (Hugh Fraser Architects), Enslin Gardiner (Professional Land Surveyor with 5D Geo), Nina Vermaak (Draughting Office Supervisor with 5D Geo)
For those of us in the built environment profession who are continually challenged by the frustrating situation of no or lost as-built drawings. The evolution of technology in geomatics, allows us to cost-efficiently 3D scan buildings and generate Revit models and traditional 2-dimensional drawings that are accurate within millimetres.
Attendees can claim their ECSA CPD points here: CPD Records
S4: E2 - THE RENAISSANCE OF THE GRANDFATHER OF CONCRETE
Thursday, 23 March 2023
Presented by Dr Roderick Rankine
Rod talks about the environmental and economic benefits of Rubble Masonry for use in dams, culverts, bridges, causeways etc.
Attendees can claim their ECSA CPD points here: CPD Records
S4: E3 - CONCRETE FLOOR PREPARATION AND POLISHING
Thursday, 18 May 2023
by Richard Hugh
(Superb Flooring Systems / PMSA – Sales Manager:Africa)
Achieving a durable, glossy concrete floor that complements modern design trends, depends greatly on the preparation of the surface.
Attendees can claim their ECSA CPD points here: CPD Records
S4: E4 - DO’S AND DON’TS TO MINIMISE DELAMINATION OF POWER-FLOATED CONCRETE FLOORS
Wednesday, 16 August 2023
by Dr Roderick Rankine
Delamination of power-floated concrete floors is a problem often encountered, necessitating costly repairs to rectify these failures. This talk entails a description of the mechanisms as practical guidelines to preventing delamination in the first place. Rod also touches on available repair options.
Attendees can claim their ECSA CPD points here: CPD Records
S4: E5 - Recent research into Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete
Thursday, 16 November 2023
by Professor Chris Goodier
Professor Chris Goodier shares insights in the use of Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete in the light of the UK Department for Education’s announcement earlier this year not to open some schools containing RAAC, which put concrete in the media spotlight like never before.
Attendees can claim their ECSA CPD points here: CPD Records