Shinsegae Engineering & Construction announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for the development of a 'hybrid composite structure construction method (tentative name)' with KCC, POSCO, CM Partners Architectural Office, and EZ Partners.
The signing ceremony was held on 26th at the headquarters of EZ Partners in Seongsu-dong, Seoul, with key figures including Lee Jeong-won, executive director of Shinsegae Engineering & Construction; Jeon Mun-gwon, executive director of KCC; Song Yeon-kyun, head of POSCO; Kim Young-ki, CEO of EZ Partners; and Jeon Geum-seok, CEO of CM Partners in attendance.
Under the agreement, the five corporations plan to jointly develop next-generation hybrid composite structure technology based on the existing patent, 'the manufacturing method of vertical rib-mounted CFT column structures that allow easy adaptation of the thickness corresponding to the connection part based on the standard board.'
The junction between the existing concrete filled tube (CFT) columns and H-shaped beams had limited utilization due to insufficient seismic performance certification for large steel structures. However, through this joint development, it is expected that seismic performance will improve compared to existing CFT column junctions, as the intermediate moment frame seismic details can be applied regardless of the steel size.
Optimized efficient design for earthquake loads enables improvements in stability and constructability, as well as anticipated cost savings.
Participating corporations plan to accelerate collaboration to submit the new technology this year after performance testing in October, aiming for certification of the new technology in the second half of 2026.
Lee Jeong-won, executive director of Shinsegae Engineering & Construction's Future Growth Research Institute, noted, 'Shinsegae Engineering & Construction is an innovative company that continuously challenges technology development to lead the future construction market,' adding, 'The development of this hybrid composite structure construction method will not only help reduce costs and improve constructability but also enhance the competitive edge in bidding for large shopping malls and logistics centers.'