NEWS | September 24, 2024
Webinar Recording: Materials Selection, Substitution, and Unintended Consequences
Selecting appropriate materials is a key step in the design and construction of buildings and infrastructure. Many considerations are involved in deciding what materials to select, including cost, performance, preference, and availability. In addition, materials substitutions sometimes occur during the construction phase. At times, these selection and substitution decisions have unintended consequences for performance.
In this webinar, materials scientists Jeff Plumridge and Kimberly Steiner, and materials engineer Elizabeth Wagner examine common issues related to materials selection. Three material types are discussed in detail, germane to a range of architectural, structural, and fire protection applications. Reasons for selection or substitution and the unintended consequences of those decisions are highlighted. Finally, important points to consider when selecting materials or requesting or evaluating substitutions are discussed.
By the end of the webinar, you will be able to:
- Identify the parameters involved in materials selection
- Describe reasons why materials may be selected or substituted on a project
- Explore potential consequences of material substitution
- Explain reasons that performance may differ from that originally anticipated
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Jeffrey Plumridge, Senior AssociateWJE Northbrook MORE >People | Jeffrey Plumridge, Senior Associate -
Kimberly A. Steiner, Principal and Unit ManagerWJE Northbrook MORE >People | Kimberly A. Steiner, Principal and Unit Manager -
Elizabeth I. Wagner, Senior AssociateWJE Northbrook MORE >People | Elizabeth I. Wagner, Senior Associate -
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