Buildings do not suddenly become unsafe when they reach a particular age, but older structures deserve closer attention. Many buildings constructed in the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s are now several decades old. During that time, materials have weathered, structures have been altered, maintenance has varied and construction practices have changed. The important question is not […]
Category: Structural Repairs & Remediation
Structural repairs should address the cause of a problem, not simply its visible symptoms. Cornell Engineers discusses underpinning, strengthening, damaged structural elements, retaining wall repairs, foundation movement and practical methods of rectifying structural defects. Our emphasis is on understanding the failure mechanism before recommending a repair.
Once again we’re sharing this video by James Cook University. This time it is for #Brisbane builders and homeowners to be aware of. Also some additional resources for builders: Repairing storm-damaged roofs https://www.hpw.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0026/3959/repairing-storm-damaged-roofs.pdf Repair of sheet metal roofs in cyclonic areas https://www.timberqueensland.com.au/Docs/QBCC_TimberQLD_20150223_MetalRoofGuide[1].pdf Stay safe and I hope you don’t need our help – but we’re […]
Mr Rob Hughes, semi-retired director of engineer consultancy heavy-weight Hughes, Beal & Wright, has forgotten more about investigating structural damage than many engineers will ever know. So when Rob agreed to let Cornell Engineers share his guidelines for investigating structural damage, we were super-excited to take this opportunity to publish his truly exceptional insights. Structural […]