Remedial
ACOR Consultants provides remedial design work to rectify building defects and structural issues. Our specialist services include diagnosis and condition assessment, litigation support, specialist waterproofing of above and below ground structures, rehabilitation of strata and commercial buildings, facades, and civil structures.
Our multi-disciplinary engineering team delivers integrated design solutions that ensure smooth running of projects as well as outcomes which favour minimal cost and maximum capital appreciation. ACOR was recently engaged by the NSW Government in Project Remediate, an initiative to set the new standard in façade remediation.
Industries
Commercial, Industrial & Infrastructure
- Slab penetration reviews
- Water leak diagnosis
- Dilapidation surveys
- Facade audits
- Technical due diligence
- Structural reviews/modifications
- Roof waterproofing
- Glass breakage analysis
- Construction defects
- Bridges and wharves condition assessment
- Peer reviews
- Durability assessment
- Life Cycle Cost Analysis
- Engineering – condition, capacity, compliance, reliability
- Hydraulics
- Fire (Asset Protection)
- Electrical
- Mechanical
- Dangerous Goods &Petrochemical (including Licensing)
- Specifications
- OPEX, CAPEX or Sinking Fund Analysis
Residential/Strata
We are engaged to provide specialist advice on a wide range of issues ranging from minor cracking in buildings to full-scale building refurbishments and upgrades. This may include new balustrading, new windows and doors, cement rendering, cladding and structural modifications
Our services include:
- 2yr defect bond inspections
- Concrete cancer (spalling)
- Waterproofing
- Cracking and building settlement
- Balustrade replacement
- Window replacement
- Fire safety upgrades
- Masonry crack repairs, cavity flashing and repointing
- Seawalls & retaining walls
Facade Engineering
ACOR have specialist personnel skilled in detailing and documenting façade packages, reviewing shop drawings against the design intent as well as inspecting construction work in progress.
Our services include:
- Cladding assessment, design, and documentation
- Design and documentation of compliant replacement cladding
- Performance optimisation for existing facades
- Facade design, detailing and documentation
- Facade procurement and installation advice
- Design of glazing and glass structures
- Shop front design, curtain wall design, window selection
- Materials selection and durability
Building Upgrades and Facade Refurbishment
Our remedial team have capability in diagnosis and remediation of building façade and cladding issues. We provide realistic and practical options, which cover services from feasibility assessment, through to detail design. By doing so, we add value to your structure.
Our services include:
- Development applications
- Structural design
- Hydraulic upgrades
- Fire safety upgrades
- Energy efficiency
- Refurbishment vs Replacement
- Facade cladding replacement
- Aluminium composite panels testing, assessment and risk management
- Feasibility studies
- Council liaison
- Project management
Heritage
We have many success stories in the restoration and adaptive reuse of heritage buildings and structures. Our approach combines knowledge of traditional and modern construction techniques and materials.
Our services include:
- Condition Assessment
- Materials selection and design
- Project Management
- Project documentation to heritage requirements
- Liaison with statutory authorities
Mining
ACOR provides services to large and small mining operations Australia-wide. Our clients include BHP, FMG, Rio Tinto and Xstrata and cover iron ore, nickel, coal and gold operations. These services are reinforced by the ACOR Group who has significant many years of consultancy in the design and delivery of Mining infrastructure throughout Australia and South East Asia.
Expert Witness Services
We provide specialist opinion, investigation, testing and reporting on regulatory compliance for your building or structure. Our reports can be used to assist with litigation, insurance claims and dispute resolution.
- Expert witness reporting and representation
- Forensic investigations
- Litigation compliant reports
- Coordination of specialist testing
- Homeowners Warranty (Compensation Fund Claims)
- Scott schedules
- Building defect reports
Project Management or Technical Support
Our Remedial Engineering teams specialise in managing remedial projects with a flexible approach – we can work with your designated Project Manager or Superintendent to provide technical support, or we can manage the entire project.
