Structural investigation is all about uncovering these details. Whether you’ve misplaced the original drawings or are working with an older building, this process is a must for anyone looking to renovate, expand, or simply ensure their structure’s safety.
What is Structural Investigation?
It is like giving your building a health check-up, revealing what’s hidden inside the concrete without causing any damage. Using advanced tools like Xradar™ Concrete Scanning, we can uncover essential details about your structure. From mapping out reinforcement bars and post-tensioned cables to locating hidden conduits and voids, every layer tells a story.
We can even measure the slab thickness, analyze the grade and quality of the concrete, and identify cracks or moisture issues that could affect long-term durability. It’s all about understanding your building inside and out, ensuring you have the right insights to plan confidently for renovations, expansions, or safety upgrades.
Why is it Important?
• Rectifications
• Refurbishments
• Expansions
• Renovations
• Lost Drawings
• Older Buildings and Structures
• Informed Planning
• Safety Assurance
How does it Benefits?
• Enhanced Safety: Detect and address flaws before they escalate.
• Informed Planning: Equip architects and engineers with reliable data.
• Cost-Efficiency: Avoid unnecessary repairs or overestimations.
The Process of Structural Investigation
1. Assessment: Advanced tools like Xradar™ Concrete Scanning map out reinforcement locations, voids, and slab depths.
2. Analysis: Non-destructive testing methods analyze the structure’s condition, identifying cracks, moisture levels, and material quality.
3. Reporting: Comprehensive reports detail findings, providing actionable recommendations tailored to your building’s unique needs.
An example can be given is from our previous work with a subsea engineering factory. Visible cracks on their concrete floor raised concerns about the slab’s ability to bear additional loads for new machinery.
By employing Xradar™ scanning, core testing, and crack mapping, we pinpointed the cracks’ root cause: early design flaws. Our structural investigation not only diagnosed the problem but also provided actionable recommendations for rectification and reinforcement.
Structural investigation ensures your building’s foundation is robust and ready to face the future; it’s the key to transforming uncertainty into confidence.
