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SUMMARY:CONCRETEFiX 5.13 - TMH7 Earthquake Loading: Practical Insights on Plastic Hinge Confinement for Bridge Columns
DESCRIPTION:Balancing Safety and Cost for Resilient Bridge Design in Low-Seismic Regions\nBy Wandie Olivier\, Associate Bridge Engineer\, AECOM \nEarthquake resilience in bridge design is critical for ensuring safety and functionality during seismic events. This presentation explores the TMH7 guidelines for seismic design\, with a specific focus on confinement in the plastic hinge regions of bridge columns—a key factor in ductility and energy dissipation. We will discuss the principles behind confinement detailing\, review practical design considerations\, and highlight common challenges encountered in applying TMH7 provisions. Through examples and insights from real-world projects\, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how proper confinement strategies enhance structural performance under earthquake loading\, ultimately contributing to safer and more resilient transport infrastructure. \nDATE: Thursday\, 19 February 2026\nvia Teams @ 15:00 SAST (UTC+2 hours)\nAttendance Free \nECSA CPD accreditation applied for\nOnly CSSA Members qualify to receive ECSA CPD points. To become a Member visit our website: www.concretesocietysa.org.za \nRSVP:\nNatasja Pols on or before Wednesday\, 18 February 2026\nnatasja.pols@concretesocietysa.org.za \n  \nRSVP HERE
URL:https://concretesocietysa.org.za/event/concretefix-5-13-tmh7-earthquake-loading-practical-insights-on-plastic-hinge-confinement-for-bridge-columns/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Microsoft Teams
CATEGORIES:National
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Durability - WC
DESCRIPTION:PURPOSE OF THE WORKSHOP\nThe purpose of the workshop is to introduce or refresh key aspects of the Durability Index (DI) test methods\, which are often specified for concrete durability. The tests are: the Oxygen Permeability Index (OPI)\, the Water Sorptivity Index (WSI)\, and the Chloride Conductivity Index (CCI). Technical and practical aspects of the DI test methods\, from specification to specimen manufacturing\, testing\, and interpretation of test results\, will be presented\, providing attendees with a holistic understanding of this unique South African approach to achieving durable concrete. \n  \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nThe workshop should be attended by all involved with concrete\, specifically:\nConcrete suppliers\nContractors\nEngineers\nStudents\nTechnicians – from testing laboratories \n  \nWORKSHOP PROGRAMME\n– Welcome by CSSA Branch Chair\n– Introduction: Development and objectives of the DI test method\n   Presenter: PROF. MARK ALEXANDER\n– The COTO specification\, requirements\, and interpretation for quality assurance\n   Presenter: PHILIP RONNÉ\n– Lab demonstration: Manufacturing\, preparation and testing of specimens\n   Presenter: NICHOLAS JARRATT\n– Panel discussion \n  \nDATE Thursday\, 26 February 2026\nTIME 15:00 to 17:00\nVENUE Snape Building\, Upper Campus\, University of Cape Town\nCOST CSSA Members: Free\nNon-members: R 1\,000.00 \n  \nRSVP Nicholas Jarratt: jrrnic001@myuct.ac.za on or before Tuesday\, 24 February 2026 \n  \nRSVP HERE
URL:https://concretesocietysa.org.za/event/workshop-durability-wc/
LOCATION:Snape Building\, Upper Campus\, University of Cape Town\, Snape Building\, Rondebosch\, Cape Town\, Western Cape\, 7700\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:WC Branch
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