Economic Advantages of High-Strength Concretes in Columns

Abstract

A study is reported which investigated the economic advantages of using high-strength concretes in columns in low-rise and medium-rise buildings. The study considered varying parameters relating to loading, geometry of the structure, and concrete strength, and costs. The cost advantages of the reduction in reinforcing steel and other costs items appear to outweigh significantly the additional costs of using high-strength concretes.