TELSTORM was retained by BGIS to rectify a flooding problem at one of their call centres due to undersized rain water distribution system. As a result, a large underground 910 m3 “holding chamber” was designed under the existing parking lot to retain rainwater runoff and slowly discharge to municipal system. The internal rain water drainage …
TELSTORM was retained as the prime structural consultant to complete a structural audit and site survey of an existing pedestrian bridge and provide structural rehabilitation designs and specifications to meet federal vehicular loading criteria. As part of the rehabilitation, the bridge deck was fully replaced and both the abutments and main girders were re-aligned.
TELSTORM was retained as “Prime Consultant” for this project, offering project management, architectural and structural design services in house, and utilizing sub-consultants for mechanical, electrical and civil designs. However, the structural discipline was the Lead Consultant for this project. The structural project scope of work was to provide structural engineering services for a one storey, …
TELSTORM was requested to perform a feasibility analysis and detailed structural design for the installation of a new elevator to service a condo redevelopment project in downtown Toronto. Structural work consisted of foundation engineering, elevator cab and shaft support, reinforcing of existing concrete slabs and modifications to entrances to allow for the additional space required …
Complete structural design in steel, timber and concrete for a “long term” condominium sales presentation centre for the new Regent Park Complex development. Lateral load analysis dictated the use of moment frames to allow for large glazing elevations to allow maximum amount of light to enter the sales areas.
Structural demolition and complete new build for a two-story 10,000 SF private custom home residence, utilizing concrete, steel, timber and masonry materials. Long span timber joints and steel beams were used to minimize column locations to create large entertainment areas within the home. A reinforced concrete mezzanine was designed at rear of home for high …
Structural design for a 3,000 SF exterior one-story addition to an existing maintenance yard facility. Addition consisted of concrete foundations, load-bearing masonry walls and steel joists for roof structure. Aggressive timelines resulting in significant field reviews, were a major factor in completing this project to ensure maintenance activities were minimally affected.
TELSTORM was retained by TELUS to rehabilitate their existing 75,000 SF employee parking lot. Scope of work included complete pavement removal, sub-base and sub-grade preparation, installation of new asphalt structure, concrete curbs and pavement markings. Contract administration and materials testing were also completed during entire project.
TELSTORM was retained as the structural consultant to complete an assessment and ultimately a rehabilitation design for the severely corroded and delaminated concrete columns in the basement mechanical room. TELSTORM completed tender ready drawings outlining the loads to be supported by the temporary shoring and the location of the shoring to avoid existing services, in …
TELSTORM was retained as the building science consultant for a brick recladding project. Following removal of the brick façade at certain areas, it was apparent that there was extensive corrosion of the structural steel columns and beams in behind. Our team reviewed the existing corrosion and worked with our building science team to specify replacement …
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