While the cause of the collapse of the Champlain Towers South in Surfside, Fla. has yet to be determined, the question of safety, building codes, concrete and high-rise structures has been the topic of discussion as of late, and likely will be for some time to come.
How do we combat aging infrastructure? That’s a question on the forefront of our minds these days after watching the Champlain Towers South devastation in Surfside, Fla.
The Metal Construction Association has released the first of several industry-standard guide specifications. The first release consists of two specifications, based on criteria applicable to IMPs captured within the International Building Code or IBC
Building Owners and Managers Association International, International Code Council, and National Institute of Building Sciences will bring together experts across building safety, construction and real estate industries.
