Services Provided:
- Analysis of existing structure to support temporary construction loading
- Design of elevated swing stage support on sloped roof
- Swing stage layout, tieback, and support design utilizing Hi-Lo Climbers platforms and rigging
- Evaluation of structural deterioration discovered during repair
- Design of permanent structural repairs
- Design of custom modular temporary shoring that could be installed by hand with limited access
This project required engineering solutions for both planned construction activities and unforeseen conditions encountered during the repair process. Our team evaluated the existing structure to verify its capacity for temporary construction loads and designed an elevated swing stage support system on a sloped roof.
During construction, previously concealed structural deterioration was discovered, requiring rapid engineering evaluation and the design of permanent repairs to maintain the project schedule.
The project's most significant challenge involved temporarily supporting an 18-foot span where conventional shoring systems could not be used. Site access prohibited crane installation, individual components had to be transported and installed by hand, and no member could exceed 6 feet 6 inches in length. To overcome these constraints, we developed a custom modular shoring system that could be assembled entirely from lightweight components within the confined work area. The innovative design provided the required structural capacity while eliminating the need for heavy equipment, allowing repairs to proceed safely despite the severe access limitations.
