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SEPTEMBER PRESENTATIONJoin us for a presentation on: Repurposing Existing Buildings, Structural Considerations and Retrofit Methods
Repurposing existing buildings has become an increasingly popular practice in urban development, driven by the need for sustainable construction practices and the efficient use of existing resources. The process involves converting buildings designed for one purpose, such as office spaces, into different uses, like residential units. Key considerations include assessing the existing structural system's capacity to accommodate new loading conditions, ensuring compliance with updated building codes, and addressing any potential deficiencies in the building's original design. To address the new loading conditions and ensure structural integrity, several strengthening methods can be employed. These include Concrete Jacketing, Steel Plate Bonding, Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) reinforcement, Post-Tensioning, and Adding New Structural Elements. Overall, proper evaluation and application of appropriate retrofit methods ensure that the repurposed building can safely and effectively serve its new purpose, providing a sustainable solution to urban development challenges.
Featuring guest speaker: Fellow ACI member Tarek Alkhrdaji is a Senior Vice President with Structural Technologies in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Alkhrdaji has been involved in more than 800 projects involving structural repair and strengthening – many of which have received awards from ACI, PTI and ICRI. Tarek is an active member of several professional committees including ACI Committee 440 (FRP Strengthening), ACI Committee 562 (Repair Code), ACI 216 (Fire Resistance), and ICRI Committee 330 (Strengthening and Stabilization). Dr. Alkhrdaji has written more than 40 papers and articles on repair and strengthening of structures and he is the current chair of ACI Subcommittee 562-F (Fire).
SCHEDULE:
6:00 PM Networking Hour
7:00 PM 3-Course Dinner
7:30 PM ACI Technical Presentation
8:45 PM Questions & Answers
LOCATION:
94th Aero Squadron Restaurant
1395 NW 57th AVE
Miami, FL 33126
Register: https://southfloridaaci.org/meetinginfo.php
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
94th Aero Squadron Restaurant Miami, 1395 NW 57th Avenue,Miami,FL,United States, West Miami