A Spectacular Virtual Event with 2100 Participants

CISC SteelWeek 2023, a highly anticipated virtual event, brought together the Canadian steel design, manufacturing, community. From April 23rd to 28th, professionals including engineers, architects, fabricators, and educators gathered to participate in a comprehensive program focused on various aspects of steel construction.

With an impressive attendance of 2,100 participants, CISC SteelWeek served as a platform to exchange knowledge and insights, with particular emphasis on topics such as structural steel, cold-formed steel, steel bridges, and essential tools.

If you enjoyed this virtual event, join us for the Canadian Steel Conference, happening on September 26 and 27, 2023 at the Marriot Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre. The CISC Conference offers a rich and comprehensive program of multiple business development, educational, and networking activities.We invite you to mark your calendars and join us for these exceptional opportunities to expand your knowledge and network within the steel construction industry.

For individuals seeking further courses or publications in steel construction, the CISC Steel Store is the source for steel construction publications, standards & courses.

The CISC would like to thank all the presenters who contributed their knowledge and expertise during SteelWeek 2023. Your valuable insights and engaging presentations made the event a resounding success.

Day 1 – April 24, 2023: Welcome Page. The first day of SteelWeek provided participants with a homepage showcasing participating CISC members and associates.

Day 2 – April 25, 2023: Structural Steel – Pandora’s Box.
During the second day of SteelWeek 2023, participants had the opportunity to explore a range of significant topics. These included

  • The Leaf Diversity Gardens: Elevated Performance with Steel Castings, Presented by Tarana Haque, MASc., PEng. Structural Engineering Specialist, Cast Connex Corporation 
  • The Steel Handbook – Gems and Common Questions ( CISC Handbook of Steel Construction 12th Edition ). Presented by Logan Callele, M.Sc., P.Eng. Manager, Engineering, Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC-ICCA) 
  • Understanding the Carbon Footprint of Steel – Let’s debunk the false narratives! Presented by Hellen Christodoulou, PH.D. Ing., B.C.L., LL.B, M.B.A.
    Director, Steel Market and Industry Development,
    Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC-ICCA) 
  • Structural Steel- A Viable Alternative for Open Deck Parking Structures. Presented by Michael Samuels, MASc., P.Eng. Structural Engineering Specialist,
    Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC-ICCA)

    Presented in French by Hellen Christodoulou, PH.D. Ing., B.C.L., LL.B, M.B.A.
    Directrice Développement des marchés et de l’industrie de l’acier
    Institut canadien de la construction en acier (CISC-ICCA) 
  • Top Things You Should Know About HSS Connections. Presented by R. Bradlee Fletcher, S.E. Senior Sales Engineer, Atlas Tube Canada ULC 
  • Built for an Icon- the Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts & Sciences. Presented by Tom Greenough, M.E.Sc., P.Eng. Associate, Entuitive Corporation 
  • Advances in Mid and High-Rise Coreless Steel Modular Construction. Presented by Chris Jacques, P. Eng., Struct. Eng. Principal, WSP Canada Inc. 

Day 3 – April 26, 2023: Cold-formed Steel – the W5’s: The third day of SteelWeek showcased the versatility of cold-formed steel and its significance in construction. These included

  • Cold-Formed Steel Courses: Theoretical & Practical. Presented by Brett Perras P.Eng. 

    Presented in French by Hellen Christodoulou, PH.D. Ing., B.C.L., LL.B, M.B.A.
    Directrice Développement des marchés et de l’industrie de l’acier
    Institut canadien de la construction en acier (CISC-ICCA) 

  • Metal building Through-Fastened and Standing Seam Roof (SSR). Presented by Rae Limerick, P.E.* Senior Project Engineer, American Buildings Company 
  • A Better Footprint at No Added Cost : A Steligence® Case Study on 12-Storey Light Steel Framing building. Presented by Capucine Lardinois, P.Eng. Project Manager Steligence®, ArcelorMittal Dofasco G.P. 
  • Steel Roofing and Cladding: Considerations on Costs. Presented by: Kevin Dutrisac, P.Eng, ing., Chief Engineer – Ingénieur en Chef, Technical Services – Services Techniques, Ideal Roofing Company Limited 
  • Pre-engineered Building Systems- Steel Building Systems – Frameless and Rigid Frame Pre-engineered SBS. Presented by David Forsey, CTR, Architectural Representative, Behlen Industries LP 
  • BAILEYS COMSLAB. Presented by Dan Van Gageldonk, Technical Sales Representative, Bailey Metal Products Limited 
  • UltraBond, Mega Joist and Delta Stud by Imperial Building Products Ltd. Presented by James Ram, National Technical Sales / Business Development, Imperial Building Products Ltd 

 

Day 4 – April 27, 2023: Bridge Day – like no other took center stage on the fourth day of SteelWeek and included the following:

  • Sustainable Infrastructure for Emergency Washout Applications Using Modular Bridges. Presented by Joel Vallée, M.A.Sc. , P.Eng., National Sales Manager, Algonquin Bridge Limited 
  • Renzo Piano’s New Genoa San Giorgio Bridge – Setting New Standards in the Aftermath of Tragedy. Presented by Hellen Christodoulou, PH.D. Ing., B.C.L., LL.B, M.B.A., Director, Steel Market and Industry Development, Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC-ICCA) 
  • Elevating Steel at Calgary’s Westbrook Pedestrian Bridge – A Hybrid Project Gone Right! Presented by Hellen Christodoulou, PH.D. Ing., B.C.L., LL.B, M.B.A.
    Director, Steel Market and Industry Development, Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC-ICCA) 
  • Throwing the Calgary Ring Road for a Curve! Steel Helps Bridge 36A Take Shape, Hellen Christodoulou, PH.D. Ing., B.C.L., LL.B, M.B.A.
    Director, Steel Market and Industry Development, Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC-ICCA)

 

Day 5 – April 28, 2023: Tools, Tools and more Tools, the final day of SteelWeek included

  • Do More with Less and Maximize Efficiency with SDS2, Nate Bloch Account Manager, SDS2 
  • Approche sans papier : L’utilisation judicieuse des modèles 3D de la conception à la fabrication des structures d’acier”
    Patrice Pelletier, Ing. / P. Eng.,Chef de Service / Structural Manager, BBA inc.

English version by Nicholas Dubreuil, Ing./P. Eng, Chef d’équipe/Team Leader, Ing. en structure/ Structural Eng., BBA inc.

  • Prodevco Robotics Plasma Cutting Solutions for the Structural Fabricator. Presented by Erwin Terwoord, General Manager, Prodevco Robotic Solutions Inc. and Brian Koch, Team Lead Integration, Prodevco Robotic Solutions Inc. 
  • Dass Metal Products- Life of a Stud. Presented by Reem Hassan, Dass Metal Products 
  • What’s New in Welding Automation for Steel Fabrication in 2023? Presented by Dean Bower, Sales Manager, AGT Robotics