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The revision of Eurocode 2

The Concrete Centre

The current Eurocode 2 was published in 2004 and requires updating to reflect developments both in our understanding of concrete behaviour and in the materials we use. The update, which started several years ago, is approaching a significant milestone.

Reinforcement

The Concrete Centre

Rebar (reinforcing bar) is an important component of reinforced concrete. The steel used in UK reinforced concrete utilises 100% recycled scrap steel. At the end of its life, all reinforcing steel can be recovered, recycled and used again.

Car parks

The Concrete Centre

Concrete has many benefits which can be utilised for a car park, including edge protection, durability...

Recycling concrete

The Concrete Centre

Reduce and reuse are priorities for good circular economy practice.  When concrete does eventually reach the end of its life, it can be recycled.  

Park Hill, Sheffield (Phase 2)

The Concrete Centre

Phase two, now nearing completion, follows the first phase's successful rebrand with a more understated approach.

Sustainability Series 2023

The Concrete Centre

The Sustainability Series discusses the latest and emerging thinking on the sustainable specification, design and construction of concrete and masonry. The series includes live events, guest speakers, webinars, links to the latest guidance as well as provide insights into the innovation and research that will shape the future of concrete. 

 

 

Concrete: The Non-Combustible Material for Structures

The Concrete Centre

Concrete does not burn – it cannot be ‘set on fire’ unlike most other materials in a building and it does not emit any toxic fumes when affected by fire. It will also not produce smoke or drip molten particles, unlike many plastics and metals.

Victoria Gate, Leeds

The Concrete Centre

ACME Architects adds lustre to a Leeds department store with a seductive diagrid facade.

Engineering resources

The Concrete Centre

The Concrete Centre offers lots of useful, free resources for students and lectures inlcuding: 

  • Bespoke on demand webinars
  • In person events and networking
  • Design software and tools
  • Best practice design guidance