Publication 68/23 National structural steelwork specification for building construction. 7th Edition, 1st Revision

Publication Year

2023

Document Status

Current

Abstract

The Specification aligns with various Eurocode 3 standards and BS 5950-1 for structural steelwork design, suitable for a range of construction types up to steel grade S460, excluding S235 which is rarely used in the UK. It governs steelwork execution in accordance with BS EN 1090 standards, focusing on conformity, technical requirements, and cold-formed structures. Execution Class 2 is the baseline, with additional provisions for Class 3 detailed in annexes. The Specification outlines project specifications, material handling, fabrication, erection, and protective treatments. It should be incorporated into steelwork contracts through a Project Specification, which may include unique employer requirements.

Document History

Supersedes the 7th edition, 2020, from 2nd October 2023. First edition: March 1989. Second edition: October 1991. Third edition: July 1994, second impression March 1998. Fourth edition: May 2002. Fifth edition: January 2007. CE Marking version: October 2010. 6th edition: May 2017. 7th edition: September 2020. (RICW BCSA Publications 65/22 Annex J - Sustainability Specification, and 67/23 Corrigendum, first revision to the National structural steelwork specification 7th edition). 7th Edition, 1st Revision: April 2023

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