A technical seminar was jointly organized by GPH Ispat Limited, the country's leading rebar manufacturer, and the Public Works Department (PWD) recently at the PWD Conference Hall.
The seminar highlighted the results of collaborative research involving the application of high-strength rebar B600D-R and optimum concrete in RCC building design. Renowned engineers from across the country participated in the seminar, says a press release.
The discussion focused on how high-strength rebar B600D-R contribute to cost-effective and efficient in RCC construction. Additionally, the seminar emphasized the eco-friendly nature and sustainability potential of "Rebar Grade B600D-R."
The seminar was graced by the Chief Engineer of the Public Works Department, Mohammad Shamim Akhtar, as the chief guest. Also present were additional chief engineers, executive engineers, superintending engineers, and other senior officials from various departments. Mohammed Almas Shimul, Additional Managing Director of GPH Ispat Limited, attended as a special guest. Among other notable attendees were Dr. Raquib Ahsan, Professor at BUET, former Professor Dr. Syed Fakhrul Ameen, and other professors from various universities. Also present were former Additional Chief Engineer of PWD A.H. Mohammad Motiur Rahman (PEng.),Engineer Abul Faraj Khan (P.Eng.), former Chief Engineer of the Public Works Design Division Md. Ahsan Habib (P.Eng.), and former Director General of the Housing and Building Research Institute (HBRI),Mohammad Abu Sadeque (P.Eng.).
Engineers from various public and private organizations also participated in the seminar.
Two research papers were presented during the seminar. Sub-Divisional Engineer Md. Kamruzzaman (P.Eng.) demonstrated how the use of high-strength rebar can be highly effective in RCC building design. High-strength rebars reduce rebar congestion and significantly lowers construction costs. Furthermore, the use of such rebars contributes to reduced carbon emissions and greenhouse gases, supporting sustainable development.
The second paper was presented by Md. Zahid Hasnain explained the strength compatibility of desired concrete with high-strength rebar and discussed various aspects of using these rebars in construction. Professors Dr. Raquib Ahsan and Dr. Fakhrul Ameen emphasized the usage of high-strength rebars as per Clause 2.1.1 of Part 5, Chapter 2 of the current BNBC 2020.
