Takapuna Grammar School

Since 1927 Takapuna Grammar School has had a reputation for outstanding student achievement offering young people academic programmes and the opportunity to learn in a culture of excellence and high standards. The following was done on site:

In-situ Destructive Tests:

  • Carry out in-situ bed joint shear tests on the exposed masonry surfaces
  • Extract concrete core samples from the superstructure of the building.

In-situ Non-Destructive Tests:

  • Scanning of reinforced concrete exterior beams using a Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) unit.

Laboratory Analysis:

  • Carbonation test of cored samples
  • Chloride penetration test
  • Compressive tests

Takapuna Grammar School

Structural engineers