Durability Engineering
Extending the service life of structure, from design through rehabilitation
Our durability experts and engineers are committed to extending the service life of structures by implementing an integrated approach grounded in a deep understanding of material degradation mechanisms and advanced structural analysis expertise.
Leveraging advanced numerical modeling tools, the methodologies and predictive models developed by SIMCO enable asset owners, facility managers, contractors, engineers, and architects to optimize the design, construction, maintenance, and rehabilitation of structures. Our approach ensures that specified service-life objectives are achieved for both new and existing structures.
Analyze, model, and optimize: the factors that support durability performance
Durability engineering is based on a comprehensive analysis of all factors likely to influence the integrity and performance of a structure, ensuring optimized lifecycle management.
- Material performance and durability
- Design geometry & structural analyses
- Environmental and operational exposure conditions
- Physical and chemical material degradation mechanisms
- Construction methods, maintenance strategies and repair approaches
AN ENGINEERING APPROACH SPANNING THE ENTIRE LIFECYCLE OF STRUCTURES
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DESIGN
DEFINING THE PARAMETERS REQUIRED TO ACHIEVE THE SERVICE LIFE
We identify and anticipate the chemical and physical degradation mechanisms that may occur and develop durability plans to meet the required performance. Our plans integrate material specifications, performance thresholds, preferred construction methods, protection solutions, and lifecycle management.
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CONSTRUCTION
INTEGRATING DURABILITY SPECIFICATIONS AND SUPPORTING THE CONSTRUCTION TEAM
We optimize the selection of materials and construction methods to quantify their performance and confirm compliance with durability and service?life requirements. We work closely with construction professionals when deviations, variability, or non-conformities arises, in order to quantify their impact on service life and to develop corrective solutions as needed.
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ASSET MAINTENANCE
MONITORING THE STRUCTURE’S CONDITION AND DETERMINING THE RESIDUAL SERVICE LIFE
We combine inspection, structural analysis, laboratory testing, and numerical modelling to provide a comprehensive assessment of the condition, deliver an accurate diagnosis of degradation causes, and determine the remaining service life
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REPAIR AND REHABILITATION
DESIGN TARGETED AND DURABLE INTERVENTION STRATEGIES
We design and analyze intervention scenarios that support long-term service-life objectives. Our methodologies combine condition assessment, risk analysis, and service-life projection to identify required interventions and optimize repairs, rehabilitation, and maintenance work.
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INVESTIGATIONS AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION
TECHNICAL SUPPORT FOR FAILURE INVESTIGATIONS AND LEGAL CONFLICT RESOLUTION
Our experts assist engineers, architects, contractors, lawyers, and insurance companies in investigating the sources of degradation and failures, as well as in assessing design and construction issues.
Service-Life & Durability Design Engineering
Service-Life & Durability Design Engineering
With the use of sophisticated materials analysis techniques and leading-edge service-life predictive software, SIMCO’s service-life solutions lead to better business decisions and asset management practices for owners and managers of civil infrastructure
Condition Assessment & Structural Integrity Analysis
Condition Assessment & Structural Integrity Analysis
SIMCO combines inspection, structural analysis, laboratory testing, and numerical modeling to provide a comprehensive assessment of the structure's condition.
Repair & Rehabilitation Engineering
Repair & Rehabilitation Engineering
Leading-edge predictive technologies and methodologies used in infrastructure preservation projects, to determine the residual service life and to evaluate different repair and rehabilitation scenarios according to service-life requirements
Materials Science and Engineering
Materials Science and Engineering
SIMCO is dedicated to extending the service life of concrete infrastructure through the integration of advanced materials science and engineering
Litigations – Materials Expertise – Forensic Analyses
Litigations – Materials Expertise – Forensic Analyses
Credentialed and experienced concrete engineering professionals who have provided superior consultancy and expert witness services to owners, engineers, architects, contractors, attorneys, manufacturers, and insurance companies for over 25 years
Sustainability Engineering
Sustainability Engineering
SIMCO’s team of experts can help owners and building professionals design and maintain concrete structures in a more sustainable way through proper initial mix design and adequate maintenance programs
STADIUM® Technology Portfolio
STADIUM® Technology Portfolio
STADIUM® is the only service-life prediction tool specified by the U.S. Department of Defense for the design and construction of new maritime works for the U.S. Navy, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and NASA
Laboratory Services
Laboratory Services
SIMCO counts on its very own state-of-the-art laboratory which is certified ISO9001:2008 and fully equipped to produce trial concrete as well as test existing materials according to all standard testing methods
R&D/Innovation
R&D/Innovation
Further develop our understanding of materials degradation and maintenance in order to provide our clients with solutions derived from the most recent advancements in materials durability sciences
Durability Support During Construction
Durability Support During Construction
Meeting the industry’s most rigorous requirements by optimizing concrete mixes, supporting strategic material selection and providing durability support during construction.