Concept Design Tool - Version 3

Concept is an invaluable tool for the conceptual design of reinforced concrete frames which enables the comparison and determination of the optimum structural solution. It assists with concrete frame choice, member sizes and reinforcement estimates.

How to achieve acoustic perfomance in masonry homes

This guide provides information relating to the acoustic design of attached masonry homes, and will assist home builders, developers, architects and specifiers in improving sound insulation and achieving good levels of acoustic performance in attached houses and apartments.

Dynamic Thermal Properties Calculator

A free tool for calculating the thermal properties of construction elements has been launched by The Concrete Centre following development by Arup.

nu-Trenchfloor - Insulated Ground Floor Solutions:1

A guide for house builders: using in-situ concrete to meet the Building Regulations.

Worked Examples to Eurocode 2: Volume 1

The aim of this publication is to illustrate through worked examples how BS EN 1992-1-1 (Eurocode 2) may be used in practice to design in-situ concrete building structures. It is intended that these worked examples will explain how calculations to Eurocode 2 may be performed. To download the Errata document for this publication visit www.concretecentre.com/errata

Hybrid Concrete Construction

Hybrid concrete construction embraces a number of different forms of structural frame, but in all cases precast concrete and cast in situ concrete elements are used where they are most appropriate for the project. HCC produces simple, buildable and economic structures which result in faster, safer construction and reduced costs. This publication reveals the many benefits of HCC and includes case studies which demonstrate its effectiveness.

The Concrete Industry Sustainability Performance Report

In March 2009 the concrete industry published its first Concrete Industry Sustainability Performance Report and marked the event with a launch to key stakeholders. This second report, published in March 2010, signifies another industry milestone; the agreement to publish performance targets. With 12 targets published in this report and more in development, this document reflects a commitment to transparency and continual improvement.

Material Efficiency

Minimising the production of waste is an important factor in material resource efficiency. The concrete industry is a net user of waste, thereby diverting significant amounts of waste from potential land fill and reducing depletion of natural resources.

Concrete Quarterly - spring 2010

Concrete Quarterly provides a showcase of concrete design and construction. Published as an insert in Building Design, CQ is aimed at all members of the project team. It demonstrates the potential of concrete in terms of architectural vision, structural solutions, best practice and performance. In addition to covering concrete projects, large and small but always innovative and interesting, CQ provides a regular update of industry news and viewpoints from recognised industry figures. To view the archive of CQ, from 1947 to date, please visit www.concretecentre.com/cq