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Document:
SP85-05
Date:
April 1, 1985
Author(s):
James G. Gross
Publication:
Symposium Papers
Volume:
85
Abstract:
This paper provides an overview of building regulations applied to rehabilitation. Covered are constraints due to regula-tion, technical activities to improve regulations, and research needed to effectively use the existing building stock. Progress has recently been made toward removal of regulatory constraints. Many technical problems remain to be solved through research which needs support from both the public and private sectors. The analysis of numerous studies indicates a strong need for technical evaluation techniques to assist decision making for building rehabilitation.
DOI:
10.14359/6538
SP85-02
James R. Clifton
This paper describes nondestructive evaluation (NDE) methods that can be used in assessing the condition of concrete and masonry materials and components in structures being rehabilitated or preserved. Metal reinforcement is also included. The appropriate use of NDE methods is discussed and a recommended approach to selecting NDE methods for specific situations is given. NDE methods are briefly described based on their principle of operation, information they provide, applications, expertise required to use them, and advantages and limitation to their use.
10.14359/6535
SP85-01
Boris Bresler
Essential steps in modifying structures for the purpose of adapting old buildings to new use are discussed in this paper. Eight basic steps are described: (1) pre-liminary site visit, (2) documentation of original design and construction, (3) identification of desired changes in the building, (4) identification of code requirements applicable to building alterations, (5) development of structural modi-fication schemes and preliminary cost estimates, (6) verifi-cation of "as is" condition, review of adequacy of proposed modification scheme and estimated cost, (7) completion of design and construction documents, including drawings and specifications, and (8)'coordination of engineering design with construction quality control and accommodation of possible need for design changes during construction.
10.14359/6534
SP85-09
Theodore Prudon and Jerry Stockbridge
The 53-story Woolworth Building in New York was designed by Cass Gilbert. Ornamental Significant deterioration in the highly terra cotta facade necessitated the extensive renovation program which was completed in 1981, Extensive field and laboratorv testing was performed to develop the optimum selected utilized un the actual facade pi repair scheme. The its formed in molds t eces.precast concrete system taken from impressions
10.14359/6542
SP85-11
Floyd E. Dimmick, Sr.
During the winter of 1980 the cooling tower portion of work on the Stoney Brook Energy Center, Ludlow, Massachusetts was stopped due to cementitious grout failure in the precast concrete joint connections. Each precast concrete tee was connected to another tee by a cementitious grout joint. The grout apparently foamed during the installation. It was reported by the contractor that the grout was installed under conditions of application favorable for proper usage as specified by the grout manufacture-The average compressive strenqth of the foamed portion of the grout was 400 psi (2 .8 MPa). The depth of the foamed grout varied from 2.5 to 4 inches (63-101 mm). Three very important factors influenced the selection of the replacement material : low substrate temperature during application, low temperature application ability and product curability at sub-zero degrees fahrenheit temperatures. After a thorough investigation by the contractor of epoxy and cementitious grout manufacturers, it became apparent only one company was capable of supplying a commercially available product able to meet the above stated application conditions. A patented two-component modified epoxy mortar was selected from a U.S. manufacturer. This report is broken down into eight categories: selection of repair material; epoxy mortar selection; surface preparation; equipment, mixing and installation; independent laboratory results; conclusions; and recommendations listing quality control measures to be followed by others attempting this type of repair.
10.14359/6544
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