Moderators: Dr Mervyn J Kowalsky, Dr Lee Marsh
Describe the new collaborative effort between ACI/NCBC/AASHTO regarding bridge code development. Presentations will cover overview of the goals, NCBC membership, workflow options flowcharts, example collaboration, future collaborations, and panel discussion.
Moderator: Mr Michael G Hernandez
High rise concrete constructability - challenges and success stories. The construction of high rise buildings, particularly in dense urban environments, comes with multiple constructability challenges including formwork movement, schedules, concrete conveying hundreds of feet vertically, high strength concrete, site logistics and manpower movement. This session will be presented by the designers and builders that have overcome these potential issues in structures up to 868 ft tall.
Learning Objectives:
(1) Understand the principles unique to construction of high rise concrete structures;
(2) Describe frequent issues occurring on concrete projects that negatively impact constructability, schedules and project budgets;
(3) Identify potential constructability pain points and acquire proven strategies to prevent them from occurring;
(4) Understand the design behind complicated project elements and alternative methods to construct them.
Moderator: Mr Nick H Brimley
Moderators: Dr Paul Schuman, PhD, Javier Arnez
This session will provide an opportunity for practitioners and researchers to share examples of the use of finite element models to solve complex problems. Presenters will discuss why finite element modeling was chosen and how they implemented the modeling. The primary goal will be to share experiences and lessons learned regarding finite element modeling of reinforced concrete structures.
Learning Objectives:
(1) Explore the use of finite element modeling techniques for a wide variety or problems;
(2) Share lessons learned from finite element modeling;
(3) Share best practices in modeling of concrete structures with finite elements;
(4) Provide examples of presenting finite element modeling results.
This session will take a look at best practices for constructability and quality assurance in Tilt-up concrete. It will be a collaboration between 134 Constructability, 551 Tilt-up, and 121 Quality Assurance Systems for Concrete. Constructability refers to the ease, efficiency, and practicality of constructing a tilt-up project. The goal is to minimize errors, reduce waste, and ensure the project stays on schedule and within budget. Quality assurance is a proactive process focused on preventing defects by establishing systems, standards, and procedures. The speakers will discuss how these two ideas tie together and if properly implemented, will improve the overall project.
Learning Objectives:
(1) Understand the principles of constructability in Tilt-up construction;
(2) Identify key quality assurance processes for tilt-up concrete;
(3) Apply constructability and QA strategies to real-world tilt-up scenarios;
(4) Evaluate the impact of constructability and QA on project outcomes.
Moderators: Dr Paul Schuman, PhD, Javier Arnez
This session will provide an opportunity for practitioners and researchers to share examples of the use of finite element models to solve complex problems. Presenters will discuss why finite element modeling was chosen and how they implemented the modeling. The primary goal will be to share experiences and lessons learned regarding finite element modeling of reinforced concrete structures.
ACI President Maria Juenger invites all ACI Convention attendees to the President’s Reception, where you’ll have the opportunity to network with committee Chairs, ACI Chapter Presidents, and international attendees. An assortment of food and a hosted bar will be available.