The Problem   FPrimeC was retained by GHD group to conduct advanced Seismic Tomography of Mass Concrete Foundations of gas turbines in the Bécancour Cogeneration Plant, QC. Cracking was observed in the mass concrete foundations. The objective of the study was to evaluate the existing condition of the massive concrete foundation blocks. Concrete foundations were Read more about Seismic Tomography of Mass Concrete Foundations[…]

The Problem FPrimeC was retained by Ellisdon to conduct a comprehensive quality control of post-tensioned concrete beams. The beams served as primary load transfer system in a commercial-residential tower in downtown Toronto. Beams were 3 m deep, 2 m wide, and had a free span of approximately 12 m. The post-tensioned beam showed sign of Read more about Quality Control of Post-Tensioned Concrete Beams[…]

Detailed Bridge Condition Survey & Corrosion Monitoring   The Problem FPrimeC was retained by customer conduct detailed bridge condition survey and corrosion monitoring on the Rideau Ferry Bridge in Perth, ON. The 170 m bridge structure had 7 spans, and consisted of a 225 mm reinforced concrete. Detailed Bridge Condition Survey Special traffic control was Read more about Bridge Condition Survey & Corrosion Monitoring[…]

Visual Inspection and Non-Destructive Evaluation of Concrete Dam   The Problem FPrimeC was retained by customer for the inspection and testing of a 100 year old concrete dam in the Township of Brock, ON. The dam appeared to have cracks and concrete degradation in the wing walls, and apparent erosion over the spillway, and the Read more about Non-Destructive Evaluation of Concrete Dam[…]

Non-Destructive Evaluation of Concrete Foundations   The Problem FPrimeC was retained by customer for the inspection and testing of wind turbine foundation elements at the Henvey Inlet Wind Project. The objective was to verify the quality and integrity of the foundation elements using non-destructive testing methods. Foundtaion elements were 2.5 m deep, and had an Read more about Non-Destructive Evaluation of Concrete Foundations […]

The Problem FPrimeC was retained by customer to perform non-destructive evaluation and testing on existing transmission line foundations in Fort MacKay, Alberta. The main objective was to identify the unknown length of existing pile foundations, as well as verifying the integrity of these foundations.   Multi-Technology Approach for Testing Foundations A multi-technology approach was used Read more about Non-destructive Evaluation of Transmission Line Foundation[…]

Inspection of Parking Garage Structure Gatineau, Quebec   The Problem FPrimeC was retained by customer for the inspection of parking garage structure in Gatineau, Quebec. Signs of severe corrosion were observed underneath the roof of the parking garage structure. The roof element was a 6″ concrete slab supported by main girders. Significant corrosion led to Read more about Corrosion Inspection of Parking Garage Structure[…]

Nondestructive Evaluation of Concrete Wall at Coleman Mine |  Levack, Ontario | May 2018 FPrimeC Solutions was engaged by Komri Engineering and Quatro Industries Ltd to conduct nondestructive evaluation of concrete walls supporting the hoist (for transportation to the mine) and other mechanical equipment at Coleman Mine near Levack, Ontario. The Problem Cracking was observed on exterior Read more about Nondestructive Evaluation of Concrete Walls[…]

Nondestructive Evaluation of Parking Garage in Residential Condominium  Thornhill, Ontario | Mar 2018 FPrimeC Solutions was engaged by condominium owner to conduct non-destructive testing on the 46,000 sq ft. concrete slab (2 level parking structure). The Problem The main objective of this investigation was to evaluate the condition of concrete slab underneath mastic, identify potential Read more about Nondestructive Evaluation of Parking Garage[…]