In our Damaged/Defective Structures Investigation and Assessment, we leverage the combined expertise of civil engineering and legal services to provide clients with unique forensic investigation solutions. Our meticulous approach involves identifying the causes of defects and failures across diverse construction projects. We develop detailed scopes and accurate cost estimates for repairs or reconstruction, addressing issues ranging from design flaws to construction deficiencies and external factors like excessive loading or disasters.
Our investigations encompass thorough examinations of construction materials, structural analyses using advanced tools, and on-site inspections. We specialize in various structures, including industrial complexes, commercial buildings, bridges, roads, dams, public buildings, marine structures, and vessels. Key questions about the incident are addressed: What happened? Why did it happen? How can we prevent recurrence? Is there a responsible party? What are the costs and timeframe for rebuilding? We meticulously assess the reasonableness of reported repair costs.
HEC provides earthquake engineering services for both new and existing structures. Our professionals possess practical expertise in earthquake motions and structural response, conducting seismic performance evaluations beyond standard practices and building codes. We offer realistic seismic assessments and cost-effective upgrade designs, tailored to specific needs. Leveraging advanced materials and technologies, our solutions aim to minimize disruption and avoid unnecessary changes to buildings or structures. Our focus is on creating safer structures, limiting earthquake damage, and facilitating a swift return to normal operations for our clients.
HEC brings substantial expertise to Structural Design Audits. Architects and engineers must adhere to the standard of care in construction projects. In cases of suspected negligence, legal claims may arise. HEC professionals aid clients in disputes, leveraging their depth of knowledge and expertise to offer objective expert analysis.
Our repair and retrofit approach cover the entire project lifecycle, starting from the initial assessment to the design of repairs, production of repair documents, and construction observation. Drawing on the knowledge acquired through assessing various building-related issues, our firm is adept at developing practical and cost-effective solutions
We provide services for evaluation and strengthening of deteriorating structures.
- Strength evaluation using
- NDT in the US
- Rehabilitation of heritage buildings
- Seismic retrofitting
- Epoxy treatment
- FRPC wrapping
Leveraging profound expertise in materials behaviour and analytical capabilities, we specialize in crafting blast designs aimed at minimizing damage and preventing progressive collapse. Our analysis capabilities enable accurate simulation of structural and architectural systems’ response to blast loads, ensuring robust and resilient designs.
- Seismic risk assessment
- Seismic performance evaluation
- Earthquake damage assessment
- Peer review of new design and retrofit design
- Seismic repair and retrofit design
- Blast design for new or existing structures or structural elements
HEC provides earthquake engineering services for both new and existing structures. Our professionals possess practical expertise in earthquake motions and structural response, conducting seismic performance evaluations beyond standard practices and building codes. We offer realistic seismic assessments and cost-effective upgrade designs, tailored to specific needs. Leveraging advanced materials and technologies, our solutions aim to minimize disruption and avoid unnecessary changes to buildings or structures. Our focus is on creating safer structures, limiting earthquake damage, and facilitating a swift return to normal operations for our clients.
A successful resolution begins with an accurate diagnosis of the issue. HEC CONSULTANTS and technicians excel in hands-on diagnostic techniques for assessing structural distress and deterioration. We employ diverse load test methods to verify structural performance, and leverage the latest software and modelling techniques to assess behaviour and strength. With our expertise, we can determine the fitness for use and the intended performance of your structure.
Structural condition assessment
- Identification of distress mechanism
- Design of repairs/retrofits
- Instrumentation and load testing
- Load rating
- Field monitoring
- Structural component testing
- Design review
Assessing the environmental impact of civil engineering
projects and determining whether any environmental factors contributed to failures or issues
EVALUATION of STRUCTURAL SOUNDNESS
A successful solution starts with a reliable diagnosis of the problem. HEC engineers and technicians are skilled in hands-on diagnostic techniques to evaluate structural distress and deterioration, and we use a variety of load test methods to verify structural performance. The latest software and modeling techniques are also used to assess structural behavior and strength.
HEC has the skill and experience to determine if your structure is fit for use and will perform as
intended.
● Structural condition assessment
● Identification of distress mechanism
● Design of repairs/retrofits
● Instrumentation and load testing
● Load rating
● Field monitoring
● Structural component testing
● Design review