Workshop
A practical technical session exploring cast-in plate design, modelling approaches, engineering challenges and real examples using IDEA StatiCa.
IDEA StatiCa UK presents
Cast-in Plates Workshop / Forum
Workshop. Discussion. Networking.
A focused afternoon bringing structural engineers together to explore the challenges, design approaches and latest innovation in cast-in plate connections.
Wednesday, 4 November 2026
From 15:00
IStructE Headquarters
London, EC1V 3PS
Limited places available — reserve yours early
More than a workshop.
The Cast-in Plates Forum is the centre point of IDEA StatiCa UK's Cast-in Plates campaign — bringing together engineers, industry specialists and the IDEA StatiCa team for an afternoon dedicated to one of structural engineering's most challenging connection types.
The event combines a practical technical workshop with open engineering discussion and an informal networking reception, creating an opportunity to learn, exchange experience and connect with other professionals working on complex structural connections.
Who we have invited
Bringing together leading names in structural engineering.
To keep the discussion focused and genuinely useful, this is a limited-space event. Invitations have been extended to senior structural and connection-design professionals across the practices below. Final attendees will be confirmed nearer the event.
- Ove Arup and Partners Limited
- WSP Group
- Mott MacDonald
- Jacobs UK Limited
- Robert Bird Group UK
- Kilnbridge
- BG&E Pty Limited
- AtkinsRéalis UK Limited
- AKT-II
- AECOM UK
- Cundall
- Eckersley O'Callaghan Ltd.
- Pell Frischmann
- TDS (Midlands) Holdings Ltd. (Design 4 Structures)
- Crouch Waterfall & Partners Ltd
- Wentworth House Partnership
- Foster + Partners Ltd
- Pinnacle Consulting Engineers
- Kingscote Design Limited
- Sir Robert McAlpine Ltd
- McGee Group
- Andun Engineering Consultants
- Steel Construction Institute (SCI)
The list reflects organisations invited to take part, not confirmed attendees. It will be updated as registrations are confirmed.
One more innovation
One more innovation for structural engineers.
IDEA StatiCa has transformed the way engineers approach complex steel connections. Now we are extending that approach to cast-in plates.
The new solution allows engineers to model and analyse the complete connection rather than treating individual parts in isolation.
From the steelwork to the concrete — understand the complete connection in one engineering workflow.
The forum experience
Workshop. Discussion. Networking.
Discussion
An open forum for engineers to exchange experiences, ask technical questions and discuss difficult or unusual cast-in plate connections.
Networking
An informal reception bringing together structural engineers, industry professionals and the IDEA StatiCa team.
This is intentionally a small event, allowing meaningful technical discussion and interaction between attendees.
What we will explore
Focused technical ground.
A concise agenda for engineers working across steel, plate, anchorage and concrete.
01
Cast-in plate design challenges
02
Understanding the complete load path
03
Steel-to-plate behaviour
04
Anchor forces and behaviour
05
Interaction with concrete
06
Complex geometries and loading
07
Modelling strategies
08
Common engineering assumptions and mistakes
09
Interpretation of analysis results
10
Practical project examples
11
IDEA StatiCa cast-in plate workflow
12
Open technical discussion
Event programme
An afternoon with purpose.
Timings are held in one editable content structure so the programme can be updated quickly as the event is refined.
Arrival & Registration
Welcome, refreshments and introductions.
Cast-in Plates: The Engineering Challenge
Discussion of typical cast-in plate applications, design challenges and current approaches.
The New IDEA StatiCa Solution
Introduction to the new cast-in plate workflow and complete connection analysis.
Practical Workshop
Live examples, modelling approaches and engineering discussion.
Open Forum / Q&A
Technical questions, discussion and exchange of experience between attendees.
Networking Reception
Drinks, refreshments and informal networking.
Who should attend?
Built for practising engineers.
This forum is designed for:
Structural Engineers
Connection Designers
Technical Directors
Steelwork Engineers
Temporary Work Designers
Contractors & Fabricators
Whether you already use IDEA StatiCa or simply want to explore new approaches to cast-in plate design, the forum is intended to be an open technical event for the structural engineering community.
Venue
IStructE Headquarters, London
The Institution of Structural Engineers
47–58 Bastwick StreetLondon EC1V 3PSWednesday, 4 November 2026
From 15:00
Registration
Join the Cast-in Plates Workshop / Forum
Places are deliberately limited to create a focused environment for technical discussion, interaction and networking.
Register your interest below to join us at IStructE London on 4 November.
4 November 2026 · IStructE London · From 15:00
Limited places available
Be part of the discussion.
An afternoon of engineering, ideas and conversation around the future of cast-in plate design.
4 November 2026 · IStructE · London
Places are limited.