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Join our upcoming webinar and discover the fascinating history and modern applications of stainless steel reinforcement. Commonly seen as an invention from pre-World War 1, stainless steel was primarily used industrially for its corrosion resistance and aesthetic appeal during its first 30 years. However, did you know one of the earliest and most successful reinforcement applications was in the Progresso Pier in Mexico in 1942? 

Topics we will cover:  

  • Why stainless steel is used as reinforcement 
  • Corrosion and seismic reasons to use stainless steel in concrete 
  • Debunking common myths 
  • The alloys in use 
  • UK and US standards for stainless steel reinforcement 
  • Practical issues when using reinforcement 
  • Stainless whiskers for corrosion / heat resistance 
  • Selective use of stainless steel reinforcement 
  • Diverse applications: from marine to urban, with lifetime advantages including use as cabling.  

Explore the lifetime advantages and innovations in stainless steel reinforcement. 

Presenter: Dr Graham Sussex, ASSDA Technical Specialist

Graham is a materials expert with over 30 years of experience and more than 600 technical publications to his name. Stainless steel is his specialty.

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This webinar will be hosted by Zoom.