Technical innovation based on experience
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On 28 and 29 January 2026, Izmir became an international reference point for the precast reinforced concrete sector thanks to the 16th Concrete Prefabrication Symposium, hosted at Dokuz Eylul University.
The event brought together designers, companies and industry professionals from several countries, confirming Turkey’s strategic role in the development of seismic-resistant construction technologies and within the international precast construction landscape.
The central theme of the Symposium focused on seismic-resistant multi-storey precast structures and advanced production technologies. The programme offered a structured path combining scientific research, practical experience and future vision, providing a comprehensive overview of current developments in the sector.
Particular attention was given to the evolution of seismic-resistant construction solutions, alongside the analysis of major seismic events affecting high-risk areas.
Over the two days, speakers examined case studies and strategies adopted in different contexts, with references to countries located along major tectonic fault lines such as Japan, California, Greece, Turkey and Italy.
This international dialogue highlighted how precast concrete construction can provide a concrete response to the need for structural safety, construction quality and fast execution, especially in areas exposed to high seismic risk.
The Symposium therefore proved to be not only a technical update opportunity, but also a platform for dialogue between designers, precast manufacturers and technology companies, with the shared aim of raising safety and reliability standards in construction.
Within this context, B.S. Italia, together with its partner for the Turkish market Tanjant Makine ve Endüstriyel Yapı, took part in the Symposium with its own stand, attracting strong interest from attending professionals.
Participation in the event provided a valuable opportunity for direct discussion with designers and industry operators, strengthening dialogue on key topics such as structural continuity, connection reliability and the seismic behaviour of precast structures.
Particular attention was focused on the sleeve, a technical solution developed for the structural connection of precast elements in various applications: between precast columns and foundations, between segments of precast columns, between walls and columns, or between columns and beams.
The sleeve enables a mechanical interlocking connection, restoring the structural continuity of reinforcing bars without requiring overlap. This approach ensures effective load transfer control, enhancing the reliability of structural connections.
An innovation that helps to further improve the safety level of seismic-resistant precast constructions and opens new perspectives in the development of high-performance structural connection systems.
