“ARE” was appointed Marafiq, Yanbu to investigate the existing PEB in SWPH, Yanbu. The elements inspected were steel columns, beams supporting crane rails, etc
The work involved visual inspection, structural design check of the beams supporting the rails, and dimensional survey. Calculations were carried out to assess the adequacy of the structure according to the international standards. The scope was mainly to check the original design and advice what structural strengthening measures are needed for the crane load to be increased from existing 35T to 40T. The scope also included preparation of tender documents for the necessary strengthening of the structure.