GPH ispat hosts seminar on high-strength steel

FE Team | Published: May 08, 2024 00:22:59

Prof. Dr. M Shamim Z. Bosunia presented a keynote paper at the seminar.

GPH ispat Ltd hosted a seminar titled 'Country's only high-strength and high-performing steel GPH Quantum B600C-R & B600D-R: Improving earthquake resilience' for structural engineers at the Kushiara International Convention Hall in Sylhet recently, says a press release.
The seminar covered a range of topics, including the properties of high-strength steel, its advantages over conventional steel, and its potential applications in seismic-resistant design.
Discussions also included case studies and real-world examples showcasing the use of high-strength steel to enhance earthquake resilience.
At the seminar, Prof. Dr. M Shamim Z. Bosunia presented the keynote paper, stressing the need for using quality steel and concrete to make the structures strong and durable.
He highlighted the critical issues that engineers need to focus on while designing sustainable structures.
Prof. Dr. Mushtaq Ahmed, faculty member of Shahjalal University of Science & Technology, was also present. Engineers and architects from various areas within the Sylhet division participated in the seminar.
Engr. Md Musharraf Hussain, Advisor-Technical Support, and Engr. Md Saiful Islam, Head of Research and Development, Engr. Partha Karmoker, Manager, Technical Support, along with other officials from the Sales & Marketing departments of GPH ispat, were also present.