Engineering Consulting Services

We provide a wide spectrum of investigatory, analytical and design services to reach practical, effective solutions to materials and construction problems. We investigate structural failures, including collapses, movements, deformations and deterioration of structural elements. We conduct surveys to make recommendations to correct deficiencies. Our engineering staff is complemented by our laboratory support staff to assist in conducting materials analyses and other field and laboratory testing services.

The following examples are typical examples of some engineering assignments completed by our firm:

• Examination and recommendations on the exterior condition of large government, institutional and commercial buildings, including the First Church of Christ Scientist in Providence, RI; the 23-story Batterymarch Office Building in Boston, MA; the west front of the United States Capital in Washington, DC and other national historic structures.

• Investigation of failures of window glass in high-rise office buildings. Inspection of installation of replacement glass for the John Hancock Building and One Beacon Street office tower in Boston, MA.

• Consulting services for manufacturer of precast concrete products on the establishment and monitoring of a plant quality control program.

• Investigation of the delamination and other failures of exterior and interior finishes, including paint coatings, wood flooring, tile, resilient flooring, and athletic surfaces.

• Preconstruction condition surveys of structures adjoining proposed new buildings, including projects in Washington, DC and Boston, MA.

• Study of product applications for fluid bed incinerator product.

• Investigations of fire damage to structures and structural components, including concrete vaults, wood roof trusses and brick masonry bearing walls.
  

• Examinations and consultations relative to foundation soils, floor slab supporting soils and soil stabilization of sub-grades.

• Research and field testing program on new heating distribution system for use in module housing construction.

• Investigations of failures of structural elements, including roofs, wall panels, fire escapes, sheeting and retaining walls.

• Preparation of repair specifications to correct materials failures and other construction deficiencies.