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Explore the article, “Seismic Matters”, bit.ly/3LzlYqM in the special issue of Precast Protects Life.    In California and Nevada, where earthquakes pose significant threats to lives, communities, and buildings, designing for life safety and resilience is paramount. Precast concrete producers in seismic zones have repeatedly showcased why precast, prestressed concrete is an optimal choice for such projects.    The core objective of seismic design is to safeguard lives by preventing structural collapse. While some damage to the building may occur, the primary goal is to ensure it functions as a shield, protecting occupants from harm and returns to service quickly.     #SeismicDesign #HowPrecastBuilds #DesignforSafety #PrecastProtectsLife 

What is the benefit of having a comprehensive steel structure assessment and restoration program? Aside from ensuring structural integrity and longevity, it also delivers long-term cost savings by addressing issues before they escalate into costly repairs or replacements. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/eGRZzjyM #SteelInfrastructure #AssetLifeExtension #CorrosionProtection #Osmose #GridResilience #resiliency

From shingles to structural integrity, discover the must-knows of keeping your roof in top shape. (c/o @ComingHomeMag). #RoofInspection #HomeMaintenance

An interesting project that we are working on is structural alterations to a welcome break building.

𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 When it comes to construction, the foundation is everything. It's the bedrock upon which every structure stands. But why is it so crucial? • 𝑺𝒖𝒑𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕: A strong foundation distributes the weight of the building evenly, preventing settlement and ensuring structural integrity. • 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚: Foundations anchor the building against external forces like wind, earthquakes, and soil movement, keeping occupants safe. • 𝑫𝒖𝒓𝒂𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚: Properly designed and constructed foundations reduce the risk of cracks, leaks, and other costly repairs, extending the lifespan of the building. • 𝑾𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒐𝒇𝒊𝒏𝒈: Well-built foundations incorporate waterproofing techniques to keep moisture out, preventing mold growth and water damage. Remember, investing in a quality foundation is investing in the longevity and safety of your structure. #ConstructionTips #BuildingFoundations #KenyaConstruction #StructuralIntegrity #BuildingSafety #FoundationDesign #NairobiBuilders #KenyaArchitecture #SynergeticDevelopmentGroup

Structures tall, foundations deep, Safety's root, in every keep. Water flows, through pipes below, Your expertise, makes cities glow. #CivilEngineering, #Skyscrapper #Tallstructure.

Drift of building is code measure of lateral stiffness to limit the damage of non structural elements.

There is a myth in the construction industry: Pressure treated beams are impervious to water. This is not true! We're seeing more and more projects that have pressure treated lumber that was not otherwise protected from the elements, and they are failing. The biggest problem with these rotting structural components is that the damage is virtually undetectable from the outside. We do have some tips for you to spot symptoms of hidden damage, and advice on what to do next if you find these symptoms on your building. Attend this month's webinar on BEAMS to find out all the tips for spotting hidden damage! https://bit.ly/3IzLoDq #buildingdoctors #buildingdoctorshow

Apart from the numerous waterproofing, structural, and hydraulic defects we identified in this relatively new building, we were amazed at how some issues could have been avoided with simple common-sense judgment. For instance, the poorly flashed skylight is lower than the roof hob. Notably, this roof lacks any means of overflow. As a result, the skylight acted as an overflow, causing significant damage to our client's apartment. #Hydraulic #waterproofing #structure #strata #apartmentbuildings #remdialengineering #buildingdiagnostics #defects #engineers #wateringress

A Florida #municipality faced a critical situation with the severe #deterioration of a master #lift #station and an adjacent collector #manhole. Both #structures were in a state of advanced #decay, with a previously-applied non-Sprayroq liner that failed along with significant #concrete #erosion, jeopardizing their #functionality and #structural integrity. This project showcased the effectiveness and cost-efficiency of #SprayWall in addressing critical #infrastructure challenges, providing a #sustainable and long-lasting #solution for the municipality’s master lift station and collector manhole. Read more below about the project in our latest case study! Engineered Spray Solutions, LLC