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Floor vibration in a gym
Vibration within the floor structure of a second floor gym gives rise to concern of structural resonance and possible fatigue of structural members.
26 August 2022
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1106
Region: CROSS-UK
Misleading instructions for a structural component
A reporter confirms the difficulty encountered whilst endeavouring to ensure cast-in insulated connectors supporting a parapet wall and balustrade were properly fixed.
26 August 2022
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1127
Region: CROSS-UK
Further example of incorrect finite element modelling
Concerns in respect of the sufficiency of finite element modelling of masonry walls as part of a reinforced concrete framed building.
20 February 2023
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1145
Region: CROSS-UK
Concern about rebending starter bars
This report concerns the bending and rebending of starter bars on site during the construction of a multi storey tower. The reporter considered that such a practice could compromise the structure under extreme load conditions.
24 May 2023
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1164
Region: CROSS-UK
Temporary movement joint in slabs not installed correctly
Dowels in temporary movement joints for a slab were not installed correctly, impacting the structural behaviour.
29 March 2021
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 998
Region: CROSS-UK
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
Structural corrosion in a swimming pool building causes concern
A survey showed severe corrosion of previously repaired steelwork columns adjacent to a public swimming pool.
30 July 2021
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1004
Region: CROSS-UK
Waterproofing exposed concrete slabs
This report highlights that water ingress into buildings continues to be a problem and discusses the role of the structural engineer when dealing with waterproofing of exposed concrete slabs. It shows how this can be achieved by careful design and detailing of the reinforced concrete structure and by close collaboration of all parties involved.
25 November 2021
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 959
Region: CROSS-AUS
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
Concrete half joints
Poor reinforcement detailing and installation in a half joint led to the collapse of a series of beams and precast concrete slabs.
1 January 2008
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 88
Region: CROSS-UK
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