Betonilehti magazine

Betoni is a magazine that introduces widely concrete architecture and structures, environmental and infrastructure construction, the latest information on concrete construction, research and development projects and the most interesting references from Finland and abroad. The magazine also presents the latest concrete art and design.

The features and news covered in the Magazine build up the development picture of concrete architecture and technology as well as industrial construction, both in Finland and on the international scene. Standing columns include the technical columns and training programs organized by Concrete Industry Ltd. Betoni Magazine also serves as a communication tool providing information on various events in the industry.

The Magazine is designed for developers, designers and builders in the construction trade, as well as for public employees and professionals working in business and industry. Betoni Magazine is also distributed to various research and educational institutes. Betoni Magazine was founded in 1930.

Betoni Magazine is a member of the Finnish Magazine Media Association.

It comes out four times a year, with 96-120 pages in each issue.

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Preface: Ask why instead of who

In English | ISSUE 4/2024

Preface: Ask why instead of who

The functioning of the quality chain in concrete construction was questioned in late 2010s, when two major failures occurred in the industry. In both cases, a large amount of concrete…

Durable Stone House Award 2024 goes to developer and architects of Pyynikin Trikootehdas in Tampere

In English | ISSUE 4/2024

Durable Stone House Award 2024 goes to developer and architects of Pyynikin Trikootehdas in Tampere

The old industrial buildings once occupied by the tricot manufacturers Pyynikin Trikootehdas are once again full of life – now as high-quality housing and versatile commercial facilities that form an…

Lahti Theatre House

In English | ISSUE 4/2024

Lahti Theatre House

1982 marked a kind of a turning point in the Concrete Structure of the Year competition: it was the year when architectural and aesthetic values in general played an equal…

Shear Strength in Post-tensioned Beam

In English | ISSUE 4/2024

Shear Strength in Post-tensioned Beam

The objective of the thesis is clarify shear design according to second-generation Eurocode for concrete structures (EN 1992-1-1:2023) for posttensioned beam and identify good practical solutions for shear design and…

Abstract: Evaluating Concrete Compaction: A Multi-modal Approach

In English | ISSUE 4/2024

Abstract: Evaluating Concrete Compaction: A Multi-modal Approach

Concrete compaction quality is crucial for structural strength and durability, as entrapped pores weaken concrete while segregation risks uneven material distribution. Hassan Ahmed at Aalto University analyzed compaction effectiveness by…

Physical modelling of pipecooled massive concrete.

In English | ISSUE 4/2024

Physical modelling of pipecooled massive concrete.

High temperatures due to heat of hydration are a common phenomenon in early-age massive concrete structures. As too high maximum temperatures and temperature differences may cause strength and durability problems…

Preface: Operating environment changing for construction sector

In English | ISSUE 3/2024

Preface: Operating environment changing for construction sector

The climate change will increase the severity and frequency of extreme weather phenomena, such as heavy downpours, storms, flooding conditions as well as periods of drought and heat waves. The…

76 Mannerheimintie Street in Helsinki with a green courtyard

In English | ISSUE 3/2024

76 Mannerheimintie Street in Helsinki with a green courtyard

The building, which was completed in 1979, originally as an office complex, has now been turned into a residential building with modern, functional apartments. Architectural firm Arkkitehdit Kirsi Korhonen and…

Archive of the Avant-Garde – Dresden

In English | ISSUE 3/2024

Archive of the Avant-Garde – Dresden

Through the transformation of the Blockhaus by Nieto Sobejano Arquitectos, a unique place has been created to house the donation of Egidio Marzona’s collection to the Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden. Located…

Abstract: Testing of precast concrete elements for reuse

In English | ISSUE 3/2024

Abstract: Testing of precast concrete elements for reuse

Reusing precast concrete elements is studied thorough four real-life pilots in Europe in the ReCreate project. Finnish pilot is an office building from 1982 located in Tampere. Load-bearing beams, columns…

The hidden power of recycled concrete to take on climate change

In English | ISSUE 3/2024

The hidden power of recycled concrete to take on climate change

The CO₂ncrete Solution project investigated novel solutions for concrete to work as a carbon sink and storage. The carbonation of concrete has been known as a phenomenon for a long…

National Frost Project

In English | ISSUE 3/2024

National Frost Project

National Frost Project in Finland aims to update concrete’s frost resistance requirements and testing practices as well as methods. The project is divided into a preliminary study and a main…