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Implementation of structural Eurocodes in the UK

By: Language: English Publication details: London ODPM 2003Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • 692.2
Online resources: Summary: This guidance aims to explain the phased introduction of European codes of practice (Eurocodes) for civil and structural engineering. These aim to: provide common design criteria and standards; provide a common understanding of the design of structures between all parties in a construction project; facilitate the exchange of construction services within the EU; facilitate the use and marketing of construction products; enable design calculations to be made accurately; be a common basis for research and development; allow the preparation of common design aids and software; increase the competitiveness of the EU construction industry. View at www.communities.gov.uk.

This guidance aims to explain the phased introduction of European codes of practice (Eurocodes) for civil and structural engineering. These aim to: provide common design criteria and standards; provide a common understanding of the design of structures between all parties in a construction project; facilitate the exchange of construction services within the EU; facilitate the use and marketing of construction products; enable design calculations to be made accurately; be a common basis for research and development; allow the preparation of common design aids and software; increase the competitiveness of the EU construction industry. View at www.communities.gov.uk.