Solution: Steel constructions and civil structures

Steel and civil structures may degrade over time due to environmental and mechanical factors. The most common issue is atmospheric corrosion, caused by moisture, oxygen, salts, and pollutants. Fatigue from cyclic loading can lead to cracks and sudden failure. Other problems may include wear and abrasion, fire damage, and thermal cycles in concrete that expose steel reinforcement. Poor design, lack or degradation of protective coatings, and marine or polluted environments accelerate these effects.

TÜV AUSTRIA Belgium can ensure the integrity of all aspects (including protective coatings and the foundations) of steel constructions and civil structures through an integrated approach based on a wide range of services.

Our experts can develop a tailored approach which include:

• Inspection and non-destructive testing (NDT) of steel structures to assess general corrosion and atmospheric corrosion as well as cracking
• Inspection of protective coatings and coating management, including coating selection & advice
• Structural health monitoring of structures as well as hot-spot monitoring and fitness for service assessment of critical areas or flaws
• Our approach includes concrete and reinforced concrete