New guidance on reinforced concrete transfer slabs, developed with industry experts to enhance design safety. This guidance, covering concept design, robustness, and punching shear assessment, aims to address the complexities and safety implications of transfer slabs, a widely used yet challenging structural component.
The Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE), alongside the Concrete Centre and AECOM, has introduced crucial guidance for designing reinforced concrete transfer slabs. This guidance addresses the gap in knowledge surrounding transfer slabs, a structural element essential for distributing loads in mixed-use buildings.
Drafted by experts and reviewed by industry leaders, the guide offers insights into design robustness and special methods for assessing punching shear—a critical aspect distinct from other slab designs. Given their structural challenges and high carbon footprint, the use of transfer slabs is growing, necessitating standardized, safe design approaches.
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