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The use of cast-in ferrules as structural connections
This report highlights several problems that can arise with structural connections between elements when cast-in ferrules (also known as threaded inserts) are used for the anchorage of reinforcing bars.
30 April 2021
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 993
Region: CROSS-AUS
Problem when launching a prestressed beam
When lowered onto its elastomeric bearings, a 40m span post-tensioned ‘I’ beam started to move towards the outer edge of the pier cap.
30 July 2021
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1027
Region: CROSS-UK
Fire compartmentation detailing issues
Two reports have been received concerning fire compartmentation detailing issues; one on the incorrect installation of fire batts and the other on the incorrect use of intumescent material.
18 August 2021
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1039
Region: CROSS-UK
Grouting of joints between load-bearing prefabricated concrete members
This report highlights the risk of failure if grouted joints between load-bearing prefabricated concrete members are not designed and installed correctly.
30 April 2021
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 961
Region: CROSS-AUS
Steelwork connection design
A reporter was asked to design connections for a multi-storey building for which the frame had been designed by another engineer. The result was a near collapse situation.
1 March 2006
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 25
Region: CROSS-UK
Steel portal frame erection
A reporter describes how a steel portal frame collapsed during its erection.
1 March 2006
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 20
Region: CROSS-UK
Collapse of tank falsework
This report relates to the collapse of falsework erected to construct an in situ, reinforced concrete, circular water retaining structure.
1 October 2009
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 150
Region: CROSS-UK
Safety issues with composite metal deck floors
A contractor had a near miss when pouring a concrete slab with permanent formwork.
1 January 2012
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 288
Region: CROSS-UK
Collapse of a hollow core unit
This refers to the collapse of one modest span precast hollow core concrete unit and the excessive deflection of others on a building which was under construction.
1 October 2012
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 258
Region: CROSS-UK
Falsework collapse during slab pour in SE Asia
There was a partial collapse of falsework on a project in Southeast Asia.
1 July 2013
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 337
Region: CROSS-UK
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