Buildings

Buildings across the Middle East are particularly exposed to high temperatures, humidity, and chloride-laden environments that can lead to corrosion of structural and reinforcement steel and long-term deterioration. Structural elements such as basements, podium slabs, balconies, and façades are particularly vulnerable.

The image shows the Burj Al Arab hotel in Dubai, characterized by its sail-shaped structure and modern architecture, set against a clear blue sky.

A person testing the moisture level of a wall with a digital moisture meter. The device displays a reading of 10.78% and is connected to a probe inserted into a damaged area of the wall.

Vector Corrosion supports building structures in the Middle East through:

Durability assessments and corrosion investigations
Non-destructive testing to document reinforcement layout and structural details
Material testing to evaluate concrete condition and contamination
Evaluation of post-tensioned systems and anchorage conditions
Design and supply of corrosion mitigation and cathodic protection systems
QA/QC services to confirm proper installation and system performance
Engineering and consulting for maintenance and rehabilitation strategies

Related Projects

Projects

Buildings, Borescope Inspection, Impact Echo / Pulse Velocity (IE/PV), Ultrasonic Thickness (UT), Visual Condition Assessment / Defect Mapping

NYU Abu Dhabi Atrium Steelworks Assessment

Buildings, Borescope Inspection, Impact Echo / Pulse Velocity (IE/PV), Ultrasonic Thickness (UT), Visual Condition Assessment / Defect Mapping

A detailed investigation was carried out on the atrium steelwork, soffits, and selected landscape areas at NYU Abu Dhabi. The assessment identified coating failure, failed sealants, cracks, efflorescence, localized corrosion, and water ingress at several locations. Testing included ultrasonic thickness (UT), UPV, DFT, coating pull-off testing, borescope inspection, and excavation trial pit investigation. The steelwork was generally found to be in good condition, but coating adhesion and waterproofing deficiencies required remedial work to restore protection and prevent further deterioration.

Buildings, Borescope Inspection, Infrastructure Rehabilitation Options, Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC), Ultrasonic Thickness (UT), Visual Condition Assessment / Defect Mapping

Atlantis Aquaventure – Waterslide Support Corrosion Investigations

Buildings, Borescope Inspection, Infrastructure Rehabilitation Options, Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC), Ultrasonic Thickness (UT), Visual Condition Assessment / Defect Mapping

This project involved a detailed condition assessment and corrosion investigation of the waterslide support columns and support assemblies at Atlantis Aquaventure’s waterpark, Dubai. The scope included review of documentation, visual inspection, DFT testing (dry film testing), holiday testing, coating pull-off testing, borescope inspection of internal galvanized surfaces, and laboratory analysis of debris, deposits, and waterslide water samples.