Collapse of tall reinforcement cages

Author: Alastair Soane

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25 June 2013

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Collapse of tall reinforcement cages

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Alastair Soane

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The Structural Engineer, Volume 91, Issue 7, 2013, Page(s) 33

Date published

25 June 2013

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Alastair Soane

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The Structural Engineer, Volume 91, Issue 7, 2013, Page(s) 33

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Standard: £9.95 + VAT
Members/Subscribers: Free

Following several instances of reinforcement cages collapsing, Alastair Soane suggests that incidents might be reduced through more regular inspection and clearer delineation of responsibilities during the transition from temporary works to permanent construction.

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