Floor Vibrations in Buildings: From Modern Designs to Adaptive Reuse

Floor vibration concerns in buildings can range from occupant annoyance to disruptions in the operation of sensitive equipment. These issues are becoming more common, especially when office layouts are converted to higher-density configurations, in adaptive reuse projects converting buildings into medical facilities, and in modern designs that incorporate longer spans. Determining whether a structure meets appropriate vibration performance criteria, who is responsible for resolving issues when they arise, and how to implement effective mitigation strategies can be complex. In this webinar, engineers Mohamed ElBatanouny, Christine Freisinger, and Richard Lindenberg provide a practical overview of floor vibration issues in buildings, focusing on how to evaluate and improve performance to meet a variety of occupancy and equipment needs.