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Historical Advancements in Corrosion Control of Existing Concrete Structures: Towards a Sustainable and Viable Future
David G. Tepke PE, and Jose M. Mandry-Campbell explore impactful historical developments in maintenance and corrosion control methods for existing concrete structures in the United States in this...
Design for Longevity: A Look Back at Concrete Rehabilitation and Preservation at Shipyard Village Condominiums
SKA Consulting Engineers have been performing evaluations and long-term repair of concrete structures for 40 years and sharing that knowledge with technical associations to extend the service-life...
Looking Back to See Ahead: Durability Clues for Concrete Repairs
The use of and development of concrete, and more specifically reinforced concrete, as a durable and versatile construction material has provided many opportunities for larger and more effective...
Where Does the Water Go – Fenestration Edition
This course will assist designers and facility managers with identifying the requirements and parameters of an effective cladding water management system. This course will also review the most...
Where Does the Water Go – Roofing Edition
Design of an effective flat roof system can be challenging. With the complex transitions of today’s architecture and the ever-evolving materials in the market, it is imperative that the designer and...
TECH NOTES | Brief Case Studies Deterioration of Concrete in Building Materials
Concrete is a very durable building material when properly designed, proportioned and constructed. Unfortunately, deterioration can occur if attention is not paid to detail in the design...
TECH NOTES | Excess Salt Not Good for Our Bodies or Buildings
Coastal environments are some of the most severe for building materials such as reinforced concrete. Winds can carry ocean-borne chloride-based salts considerable heights and distances for...
TECH NOTES | You Can’t See What You Can’t See
It’s almost inevitable, roofs and fenestrations are going to leak. Extreme weather conditions, normal wear and tear over time and environmental and foreign intrusions deteriorate and penetrate even...
TECH NOTES | Not Just Another Day at the Beach
Coastal structures have increased susceptibility to corrosion, concrete distress, leaks and safety hazards due to moisture and airborne salts from the ocean. Restoration projects at beach front...
Artisans at Work
by: Mike Ranieri, PE What comes to mind when you see the word “artisan”? I immediately think of a loaf of crusty bread, freshly baked in a wood-fired oven. Of course, then thoughts of tearing...
Other types of testing and analysis
For those facilities that have exposed structures such as stadium bleachers, metal light poles, canopy structures, etc., the possibility of hidden conditions may be great. SKA has observed and...
Air and Water Intrusion Testing
The performance of building envelopes, windows and doors related to air and water intrusion is critical to maintaining the lifecycle of a building and managing costs over time. SKA works with...
Infrared Scans
Water can enter the roof system by means of condensation, damage and/or deterioration of the roofing membrane and flashing system. Moisture-laden roof materials retain more heat from the sun and...
Inventory Database Tool
SKA provides clients with the technology tools they need to organize their projects. In fact, we have provided similar services for clients like Valley Health, a building envelope commissioning...
Thermal and Vapor Transmission Computer Analysis
SKA has the capability to perform thermal and vapor transmission computer analysis of the building envelope including walls, roofs and window systems. These programs are essential tools used to...