Site Inspection Services

Two inspectors abseiling on the outside of a building carrying out a survey and location of ferrous metal fixings

Abseil Inspection

Historically, the cost of providing access to an inspection or minor repair site formed a disproportionate portion of the total cost. Abseiling leaves few surfaces which cannot be accessed quickly and cheaply.

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A layer of bedding mortar, partly broken out, exposing Incorrectly positioned mesh and damp-proof-membrane.

Bedding Mortar

Unlike screed, bedding mortar is covered by tiles whilst still in its fresh state, so cannot be tested in-situ for quality/strength. However, Sandberg can audit the mixing, compacting and laying process providing an independent check on workmanship.

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Access platform fixed to a bridge pier for bridge inspection

Bridge Inspection

The full scope of Special Inspection testing for corrosion risk assessment by half-cell potential, cover, resistivity measurements and chloride analysis is undertaken by Sandberg.

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Three engineers walking around an empty building carrying out a building inspection

Building Inspection

When buying or leasing property, prospective owners and tenants need to be confident that any future commitment to the property is not a potentially disastrous financial time bomb.

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A modern office building with cladding system

Cladding Inspection

Recent building designs achieve some stunning appearances using an ever-increasing variety of materials but coupled with such diversity comes the potential for problems.

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Ground bearing concrete floor in a large empty industrial unit

Concrete Floors

Concrete floors can often be a source of problems both during construction and subsequently during service. Cracking, staining, poor abrasion resistance, chemical attack and other defects…

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Inspector Ferroscanning a wall

Ferroscan Surveys

Sandberg offers the Ferroscan FS 10, a portable detection, measuring and mapping system which provides an immediate liquid crystal image of the reinforcement within the scanned area.

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Fire damaged concrete exhibiting spalling to columns, beams and slab. Accrow props provide additional support.

Fire Damaged Concrete

The visual appearance of concrete after a fire can be quite shocking with extensive blackening often accompanied by spalling and cracking. Of more importance, though, is the depth and extent of the fire damage.

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An inspector carrying out Dip Testing final thickness of GFRC layers

Glass Fibre Reinforced Concrete (GFRC) Inspection

Sandberg can assist with consultancy services relating to the procurement of Glass Fibre Reinforced Concrete (GFRC) and the subsequent inspection of the manufactured products.

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Underside of HAC floor beams

HAC Concrete

Rapid strength development made HAC popular for precast concrete in the UK during the 1960s. Mineralogical ‘conversion’ however, sometimes caused catastrophic reductions in concrete strength…

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In situations UT weld testing

NDT Weld Inspection

NDT is an integral part of the weld inspection process on both ferrous and non-ferrous structures/components as it ensures that welds are free from sub-surface and surface-breaking defects.

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Painted structural steelwork

Paint Inspection

Through our UKAS-accredited laboratories, consultants, engineers and inspectors, Sandberg is able to provide a comprehensive service covering everything from Paint Inspection to Corrosion Surveys to Inspection and Testing of Galvanizing.

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Hollow-core precast concrete units stacked in a pre-cast concrete yard

Precast Concrete Inspection

Sandberg’s team of experienced precast concrete Inspectors and Consultants are able to assist with all aspects of the manufacturing process for precast concrete units.

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RAAC planks in floor slab soffit

RAAC Identification Surveys and Testing

RAAC in a building is a cause for concern, requiring immediate attention. As a leading independent construction materials consultancy, Sandberg can provide guidance and carry out inspections for RAAC.

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Woodwool and exposed corroding reinforcement

Woodwool

Woodwool was used during the 1960s to provide insulation and as a permanent shutter to in-situ concrete. Unfortunately, when used as a permanent shutter, inadequate compaction of the concrete could occur due to…

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