NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission’s Impact on Construction Work
New York City is rich with history. And a lot of its history still stands among its residents and visitors in the form of landmark buildings and historical districts. New Yorkers are passionate about protecting these landmarks. They want to ensure that these buildings and areas are still standing for years to come so future […]
What Are The Main Causes of Construction Delays?
Whether you’re a construction project manager or a client waiting for completion of a new build, there’s one word you dread hearing: Delay. When work stops, not only does it push back anticipated deadlines and deliverables, it also results in unexpected or unintended expenses. If delays are extended, it may send the project over budget. […]
Pre-Construction and Existing Conditions Documentation Benefits
Firms and engineers face lots of challenges when undertaking construction projects in dense building neighborhoods. To ensure the safety of the surrounding structures and their occupants, it’s important for firms to document and monitor the existing conditions of the neighboring buildings before and during construction. Saltus makes this possible through our array of documentation and […]
The Benefits Of Video Monitoring For Caisson Inspections
The New York City skyline is an impressive sight. Our bustling metropolis is populated with an array of skyscrapers and various bridges and tunnels that connect the five boroughs. And every one of those vital structures is supported by caissons. Similar to an anchor, caissons are steel or concrete enclosures that are sunk deep into […]
What is a Tiltmeter and How Is It Used in Construction Monitoring?
Excavation, demolition and blasting are not just three of the most common activities in new construction. Sometimes, they’re also contributing factors to structural movements in nearby residential and commercial properties. Since new construction projects have the potential to damage neighboring properties, what steps can firms take to reduce the chances of these inclinations? In the […]
Construction Vibration Monitoring for Sensitive Facilities
As we previously discussed, significant vibrations caused by construction have the potential to impact the structural integrity of surrounding buildings. In major cities like NYC, this is a serious concern. Not only are cities full of skyscrapers and high-rise buildings, they’re also home to landmark buildings and historic districts. If modern buildings are susceptible to […]
Automated Motorized Total Stations Benefits In Construction Monitoring
The availability of new technology and innovative equipment has positively impacted the construction industry. Each year, new tools and technologies help your team complete their projects more efficiently, effectively and safely. These same advances in technology have also made a significant impact on the construction monitoring services industry, too. Thanks in large part to modern […]
Benefits of Documenting Surrounding Properties’ Physical Conditions
There are many risks associated with construction – and not all of them involve the safety of the crew. A construction firm must cover all of its bases when it comes to protecting its crew, the neighboring properties and occupants, and its reputation. One of the ways these goals can be accomplished is by retaining […]
What Is The Benefit of Vibration Monitoring?
New construction projects bring lots of opportunities for a community. Depending on the type of building being built, residents could benefit from access to new job opportunities, healthcare facilities, or high-rise apartments. New construction could also solve problems that every city experiences like lack of parking by building garages. Unfortunately, construction projects can also interfere […]
Crack Monitoring In Structures
Ensuring safety during the construction process isn’t strictly confined to the construction site itself. Safety concerns also pertain to the structures that surround the active site. Various activities that occur on a construction site may cause significant vibrations and noises that could cause ground movements that may potentially damage the neighboring structures. To prevent vibration […]