I STRUCTURAL ASSESSMENT I
It is a fact that all concrete structures deteriorate with time with
the only variable factor being the rate of deterioration.
Deterioration can simply have an effect on appearance or be as
dramatic as to raise concerns over structural integrity.
ALR Consulting Engineers identify and evaluates structural
deterioration causes through visual inspection and study of any
existing documentation. Study on such, would need designing the
complete plan and comparing designs, the report would focus on
findings from the existing design.
The accompanying report details observations and discusses the defect
and its cause and suggests remedial work to rectify the problem. In
some cases, further investigations may be required and this would be
discussed within the report.
I Feasibility Study and Risk Assessment I
Before changing the mode of use, a building needs to be assessed for
suitability of purpose.
After an initial survey the property owner or tenant may ask to assess
the condition of an existing structure. Combined with visual
assessment and study of existing building plans, the Structural
Engineer would make recommendations for further steps.
Typically we,
take instructions and read any relevant previous reports. Visit the
site for visual inspection, take photos and notes as necessary. Report
on the structural defects visible on the structure. Report our opinion
on the causes of the structural defects. Recommend further testing
that may be required e.g. bore hole tests, concrete tests in few
cases. Recommend repair and other actions. If structure is found
inadequate for additional loading, additional strengthening works
would be recommended by a Structural Engineer.
I Types of Reports I
- Assessment Report
-
Leakage Rectification Report
- Feasibility Study
- Stability Certificate
Typical Clients seeking reports are MNCs who require assessments and
certificates for corporate compliance. Office and Factory Structures
constructed of RCC or Steel both can be evaluated for structural
integrity.
A sample of structural assessment reports and feasibility studies are
given below.
Deflection Failure of Steel Structure
Client : Intek DMLS Pvt Ltd
Location : Peenya, Bangalore
Construction of Mezzanine Floor
Client : Equiniti India
Location : E-City, Bangalore
Stability Certificate for a Tower
Client : Mars Pvt. Ltd (Wrigley)
Location : Rajanakunte, Bangalore
Distressed Construction
Client : Mr. Ranganath
Location : Koramangala, Bangalore
Structural Stability of Commercial Building
Client : Mr. Jayaram Reddy
Location : Bellandur, Bangalore
Stability Certificate for Fire Escape
Client : Maintec Technologies Pvt. Ltd
Location : Kasturi Nagar, Bangalore
Stability Certificate
Client : Saman POS Container Boxes
Location : Dommasandra, Bangalore
Structural Failure
Client : Oleo Buffers
Location : KIADB Hi Tech Hardware Park
Feasibility Study
Client : Fossil India
Location : Indiranagar, Bangalore
Report for Leakage Rectification of Podium
Client : Prestige Shantiniketan Apartments Owners Welfare
Association
Location : Whitefield, Bangalore
Report for Leakage Rectification
Client : Bharat Golf View Apartments Owners Association
Location : Rustom Bagh Road, Bangalore
Safety Assessment
Client : Ametek Instruments India Pvt Ltd
Location : Divyasree NR Enclave, Whitefiled, Bangalore
