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Historic Concrete: The Background to Appraisal
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James Sutherland
James Sutherland
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Dawn Humm
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Emerald Publishing Limited
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.1680/hcbta.28753
ISBN electronic:
978-0-7277-3796-0
ISBN print:
978-0-7277-2875-3
Publication date:
2001
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14 The Concrete Institute 1908–23, precursor of the Institution of Structural Engineers

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Anita Witten
Anita Witten
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Anita Witten
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https://doi.org/10.1680/hcbta.28753.0014
  • Published:
    2001

The reasons for the foundation of the Concrete Institute are briefly outlined. Its organization and scope are described, and its achievements, particularly its role in drafting the London County Council Reinforced Concrete Regulations and in establishing a standard notation for reinforced concrete, are discussed. A short analysis of its membership is given.

  • Synopsis

  • Introduction

  • Events preceding the foundation

  • The new Institute

  • Administration and organization

  • Membership

  • Achievements

  • References

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