GLENVIEW, IL, June 1, 2018 - The Steel Tube Institute will host a webinar on "How Do Hollow Structural Sections (HSS) Fit Into the Seismic World?" on Thursday, June 7, 2018 at 11 a.m. CDT. The webinar will last for one hour and 1 AIA-accredited PDH is available per registration.

After attending the webinar, participants will be able to:

• Define how HSS can be used in seismic regions.
• Outline the requirements for connecting HSS in seismic regions for a variety of building systems.
• Provide current prequalified connections for seismic systems utilizing HSS members. 
• Analyze ongoing work on HSS-based moment frame systems.

A 15-minute Q&A session will be held with STI structural engineers at the conclusion of the webinar.

STI’s membership consists both of Active Members — producers of steel tube and pipe — and Associate Members — companies that supply raw materials, equipment and support services. Members obtain information about new products and production techniques; develop a rapport and exchange information with companies in the industry; and work to support and advance the steel tubing industry. STI is constantly evolving to best meet the needs of a sophisticated and competitive marketplace. The organization is dedicated to the betterment of our industry and our member companies.