The Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE)

The Institution of Structural Engineers prepares technical reports that provide essential construction information for structural engineers.

Founded in 1908, The Institution now has more than 25,000 members in over 100 countries. Its aim is to promote excellence in structural engineering, and its members are recognised as leaders for their technical and professional expertise.

The Institution develops critical publications, such as:

• Standard method of detailing structural concrete 
• Design recommendations for multi-storey and underground car parks 
• Appraisal of existing structures 
• Manual for the design of plain masonry in building structures 
• Design and construction of deep basements including cut-and-cover structures

The most downloaded The Institution of Structural Engineers documents from The Construction Information Services

• Manual for the Design of Concrete Building Structures to Eurocode 2 (amended September 2007, March 2008, March 2009 and August 2009) 
• Standard Method of Detailing Structural Concrete: A Manual for Best Practice. 3rd Edition (includes amendment November 2006) 
• Manual for the Design of Steelwork Building Structures. 3rd Edition (including amendment December 2008) 
• Design and Construction of Deep Basements Including Cut-and-Cover Structures 
• Guide to Surveys and Inspections of Buildings and Associated Structures

The Institution has a dual role and twin aims; those of a learned society and as a qualifying body for the profession. Its aims are to promote the science and art of structural engineering and the achievement of excellence in construction and to further the education and competence of its members.

A special price is now available for The Institution of Structural Engineers' members to subscribe to one of four Construction Information Service options. This offer applies to The Institution of Structural Engineers' members taking new subscriptions to The Construction Information Service and to those renewing existing subscriptions.

To qualify for these discounts, an Institution  member's organisation must have:

• A maximum of ten employees in the organisation, with a minimum of one Institution member, either UK or international. 
• A license for one site and one simultaneous user.

Qualifying Institution members will be entitled to receive up to 50% discount on The Construction Information Service. Please call IHS direct on 01344 328170 to discuss your individual requirements or request a quote.

Useful Links: 
View The Structural Engineer magazine online.

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