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HCAI stresses comprehensive material testing and phased sampling for SPC upgrades
Summary
The Seismic Compliance Unit recommended comprehensive material testing (MTCAP/MTCAR), cautioned about common sampling pitfalls and advised phased sampling to limit invasive testing during SPC 4D retrofit planning.
HCAI’s Seismic Compliance Unit emphasized that material testing and condition assessment are critical before retrofit design for SPC 4D projects and recommended a phased, risk‑based testing program to avoid unnecessary invasive sampling.
The webinar explained the distinction between material testing (destructive sampling, cores, prism tests) and condition assessment (opening spaces, verifying dimensions, documenting existing conditions). HCAI uses a Material Testing and Condition Assessment Program (MTCAP) and a Material Testing and Condition…
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