National
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CONCRETEClass1.3 – Aggregates in concrete – an appreciation of their role
Webinar Microsoft TeamsAggregates occupy the largest volume in typical concrete mixes. Despite this, they are often viewed as inert filler materials, provided for bulk and to reduce the […]
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CONCRETEFiX 5.5 – Ultra-Durable Repair and Rehabilitation using Crystalline Technology
Webinar Microsoft TeamsBy Johan van Wyk & Schalk Faber, Penetron Africa Johan van Wyk (MICT) is currently employed at Penetron Africa, rendering engineering support, as a concrete technologist. […]
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CONCRETEClass 1.4 – Alkali-Silica Reaction (ASR) in Concrete
Webinar Microsoft TeamsThis class will explore Alkali-Silica Reaction (ASR)—a chemical process that can lead to the deterioration of concrete. ASR occurs when "reactive" silica in certain aggregates reacts […]
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CONCRETEFiX 5.6 – Extrinsic Factors That Alter True Measured Concrete Strength
Webinar Microsoft TeamsBy Dr Roderick Rankine, Rod Rankine Engineering Solutions cc The measured strength of concrete has life changing implications for safety, profitability and survival of construction companies. […]
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2025 Fulton Awards Gala Event
Country Club Johannesburg, Woodmead Cnr Woodlands Drive & Lincoln Street, Woodmead, Gauteng, South AfricaThe Concrete Society of Southern Africa NPC is the proud host of the 2025 Fulton Awards Gala Dinner. Join us to celebrate the winners at this […]
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CONCRETEFiX 5.7 – The 2025 Fulton Awards Projects from the Judges’ Point of View
Webinar Microsoft TeamsBy Bryan Perrie, from Bryan Perrie Consulting One thing that has always set the Fulton Awards apart is the fact that the judges, as far as […]
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CONRETEClass 1.5 – Cracking the Code: Reliability in Structural Concrete Design
Webinar Microsoft TeamsThis presentation gives an overview of how reliability shapes structural concrete design in a South African context. It introduces reliability as a framework for achieving structural […]
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CONCRETEFiX 5.8 – Low-Carbon Binders and Concretes, with a view to their durability and adoption in construction practice
Webinar Microsoft TeamsBy Prof. Mark Alexander, University of Cape Town The presentation covers the background to low-carbon cements (binders) and concretes, and places them in a continuum of […]
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CONCRETEClass 1.6 – Supplementary cementitious materials – From origin to interpreting the notation on a cement bag
Webinar Microsoft TeamsSupplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) are typically used to replace between 6% and 65% of Portland cement (PC) to produce blended or composite cements. SCMs are often […]
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CONCRETEFiX 5.9 – Design for Additive Construction
Webinar Microsoft TeamsBy Prof. John Babafemi, Dr. Marchant van den Heever, Prof. Wibke De Villiers Additive construction, or 3D printed concrete construction, is growing globally and projected to […]
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CONCRETEClass 1.7 – Graphic Statics and its relation to Optimal Structural Form
Webinar Microsoft TeamsEfficient structures emerge when conceptual form and force are considered together. This webinar introduces graphic statics as a practical tool for visualising and designing with forces. […]
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CONCRETEFiX 5.10 – Impacts of Vibration on Concrete
Webinar Microsoft TeamsThe presentation will discuss why we vibrate concrete, best practices, and some preliminary findings on how mixture ingredients affect vibration needs. By Dr. Peter C. Taylor […]