Report on RESULTS OF NON DESTRUCTIVE AND SEMI -DESTRUCTIVE TESTS ON IDENTIIFED R C PIERS NO. 411,412 & 413 ALONG REACH 3A, YESHWANTHPUR, BANGALORE AUGSUT 2012 The Chief Engineer / R3 BMRCL BMTC Complex, 3 Floor, K H Road Shanthinagar Bangalore | | i (GD) | SSPE i } | i I CIVIL AID TECHNOCLINIC PRIVATE LIMITED | | (A Burean Veritd uy Compony) | i 11030, 13" Cross, Attimabbe Road, Banashankari 1 Stag O70 ! I fob Onder Now BN/IS 28/8/2012 ICIVIL-AID 1eCHNOCUNIC Pvt. Lta Re (ed by NABLas per 150-17 025 for NDI, Geo-Technical, Material Testing and Chemica Report on Results of Non destructive and Semi-destructive ‘on identified rc piers no. 411412 & 413 3A, Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore Report for : Phe Chief BMRCI inecr/RS BMTC Complex, 3" Floor, K H Road Bangalore Reference : BMRCLICE3/84 /ROSa/3/2012/Core Test PALL, PAIZ & PALIT dt 7" uly 2012 Date of test : 13" 20" July 2012 ‘Vest was carried out under the = De CS Viswanatha Guidance of Chairman Sti, MS Sudarshan & Sri Sunil V So Senior Directors Civil-Aid Technoe Bangalore nic Pvt. Lad ‘Vest arried out by : Sri, RN Ravishankar Senior Engineer (NDT) Sti. Vijay Civil Kagineer Sri, Varun Civil Engineer Sri. A Venkatesh & Sri, Bomianna Se. Testing, Assistants ‘Vest carried out in the : Sri, ES Sudhir Chandra presence of Dircetor- Projects & Planning Sti, Rajcev Patil ALL Sri Manjunath, ALL Mis. BMRCL , Banystlore Sti. Simon GO-BMRCE Bate of submission of report 17" August 2012G. ND¥, Geo-Tec hnical, Material Testing and Chemical Testing CIVIL-AID TECHNOCUNIC Pvt. Ltd. ‘Aecredited by NABLa sper !s0:17025 for CONTENTS INTRODUCTION PHYSICAL OBSERVATIONS NON DESTRUCTIVE ULTRASONIC PULSE VELOCITY TEST SEMI -DESTRUCTIVE CORE TEST INFERENCES RECOMMENDATIONS REMARKS, APPENDIX TABLE SKETCHES PHOTOGRAPHS.CIVIL-AID TECHNOCLINIC Pvt. Ltd. ‘Accredited by NABLasperis0:17025 for NDI, Geo-Technical, Material Testing and Chemical Testing A. INTRODUCTION The construction of proposed Metro rail system is in progress along reach- 3A between ‘Yeshwanthpur and Hesaraghatta road junction, Bangalore. It is reported that recently during routine inspection, the concerned authorities of BMRCL noticed presence of honeycombs and dampness on the surface of Pier No. 411, 412 & 413. In view of the above, the concerned engineers of M/s. BMRCL made a reference to us to assess the quality/strength of in-situ conerete in the identified piers through ne ary non destructive and semi destructive tests. In response to this, Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity test and extraction of concrete core samples was carried out by us during the period 13” July to 9" August 2012 ‘This report in brief summarises the outcome of the tests carried out and recommendations thereon. B. PHYSICAL OBSERVATIONS Following are the physical observations made consequent to the detailed inspection of the piers no. 411, 412 & 413 along reach 3A. Presence of honeycombs were observed at different levels of all the three piers at isolated locations, * Extensive patch works were observed on the surface at different levels of all the three piers. (Refer enclosed photographs) NON DESTRUCTIVE ULTRASONIC PULSE VELOCITY TES Uluasonic Pulse Velocity test was conducted on identified Piers No4TI, 412 & 413 by marking, uniform grids of 300 x 300 size for the entire tof pier and pier cap for assessment quality/uniformity of in-situ concrete . ‘The tests was conducted using “PUNDIT” (Portable Ultrasonic Non-destruetive Digital Indicating Tester) equipment from M/s. CNS arnell, UK as per the guidelines in Indian Standards 18:13311-(Part-1)-1992. (Reaffirmed in 2004), Direct method of scanning was adopted at site. The results of the tests are illustrated in sketch Dwg.Ref.No 01 to 04 along, with corresponding quality gradingCIVIL~AID TECHNOCLINIC Pyt. Ltd. “Accredited by NABLasperlS0:17026 for NDT, Geo-Technical, Material Yesting and Chemical Testing The Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity test results indicate that the quality of concrete in the tested piers falls under the category of “Doubtful to Good Conere as per Table-2 of IS: 1331]- (Part-1)-1992-(Reaffirmed in 2008) indicating that the quality of concrete is varying and non uniform, Further, at various locations, inconsistent readings (IC) were also obtained \dicating presence of voids in the tested regions of coneret D. TRUCTIVE CORE TEST Seven nos. of deep concrete core samples were extracted using core eutting equipment from M/s.HILTI, Germany toa the compressive strength of in-situ concrete. Prior to core extraction, the surface of piers were scanned by using Profometer 5+ for identification of ‘embedded rebars in piers. The extracted deep core amples were further cut into (wo to three parts each depending on the depth of extracted core after discarding the top honeycombed region, Further, the cul samples were subjected to compressive strength test after necessary edge trimming and ping as per relevant guidelines in IS: 516-1959 (Reaffirmed 1999) and IS : 456-2000, On detailed observation of extracted core samples, it was evident that the lop region of core sample indicated presence of honeycombed concrete to a minimum depth of 170 mm and to @ maximum depth of 320 mm iw the extracted cores. Further, beyond this depth , the interior conerete was observed (o be uniform and fice from honeycomb or voids. (Refer enclosed photographs) The detailed observation on extracted core samples are logged in Table -1. Further, the sults of compressive strength of eoner abulated are illustrated in enclosed Table -2 along with sketch DWG.REF.OS.CIVIL-AID TECHNOCLINIC Pvt. Ltd. Aecrodited by NABLasperiS0:17026 for NDT, Geo-echnical, Material Testing and Chemical Testing TABLE -1 93mm /676mm. was observed in the core to a depth __ of 220 mm Presence of honeycombed concrete 69 mm/ 646mm was observed in the core to a depth of 250 mm from surface Presence of honcycombed conerete 93mm /666 mm was observed in the core to a depth of 320 mm from surface Presence of honeycombed concrete 69 mm /732 mm was observed the core to a depth of 240 mm from surface | —— a of honeycombed concrete ved in the care to a depth Pier 413 Co Pier 413 69 mm/ 647 mm C7 No honeycombs observed r 413 74. mm /746 mm (Refer enclosed photographs) . From the detailed observation of exposed sur we of pier and extracted cores, it is evident that the quality of concrete in the exterior region of pier is poor due to presence of extensive honeycombed concrete. ‘The depth of honey combed conerete in the exterior region of pier is varying in the range of 170 mm minimum to 320 mm maximum, * Further, the exterior honeycombed region of concrete could be casily removed with minimum effort using a nail indicating inadequate curing or compactionRr CIVIL-AITD TECHNOCLINIC Pvt. Ltd. ‘Accredited by NAELasperis0:17026 for NOT Geo-Technical, Material Testing and Chemical Testing From the results of Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity test, is evident that the quality of concrete in the tested piers falls under the category of “Doubtful to Good Concrete” as per Table-2 of IS: 13311-(Part-I)-1992-(Reaffirmed in 2008) indicating that the concrete is varying and non uniform, Further, at various locations inconsistent (IC) readings were also obtained indicating presence of voids/ honey combs in the tested regions of concrete From the results of core test, it is further evident that the compressive strength of interior concrete is varying considerably and found to be the range of ; : Pier No. 411 * Pier No.412 36.3 to 58.5 N/Sq.mm] AS AGAINST 39.7 to 63.7 NiSq.mm | 5°'/Sqenm * Pier No.413 = 37.6 t0 62.9 N/Sq.mm RECOMMENDATIONS: Based on the detailed ebservation and results of both non destructive and semi destructive tests, we are of the opinion thal the defective pi 411, 412 & 413 calls for appropriate strengthening measures to counteract the existing deficiency in quality and strength of conerete, The broad outline for strengthening of def 4. Aive piers could be follows: Chipping of surface conerete upto a depth of reinforcement level completely from top to bottom to remove alll loose/honeycombed conercte. Providing and fixing PVC nozzles al honeycombed regions using anchor grout for post grouting Providing and fixing additional reinforcement to design all around the pier from the top surface of the foundation by drilling holes of appropriate size using anchor grout Providling free Now micro conerete encasement to required thickness and design as per manufacturer's specification using slurry tight shuttering Pressure grouting with micro ent as per standard practice using electrically operated grouting machine under a pressure of 3 to 4 kefem’,G. REMARKS CIVIL-AID TECHNOCLUNIC P\t. Ltd. NDT, Goo-Technical, Material Testing and Chemical Testing ‘Accredited by NABLasperis0:17026 for, Based on the above test results and inferences drawn it is recommended to strengthen the deficient Piers No. 411, 412 & 413 using encasement technique to design. However, the acceptance or otherwise of the recommended strengthening measures for the deficient piers is the prerogative of the concerned structural consultant or authorities. yrs a SUNIL V SONNAD Senior Director ME Sn clowest an MSSUDARSHAN Senior Director Sane ¢ a Dr. CS VISWANATHA ChairmanProject Core extracted from Dates of core extraction Date of test Grade of concrete Age of concrete Capping material used Technical references TABLE -2 CONCRETE CORE TEST RESULTS BMRCL. Reach 3A. Bangalore RC Piers 411, 412 and 413 3st July and Ist August 2012 14th August 2012 Ms0* More than 28 days* EPCO KP 350 (PART A) and EPCO HP 350 (PART B) from Mis. Krishna Co 18:456-2000 and IS:516-1959 (Reaffirmed in 1999) ynchem | Core Core Nos. Tdentification* fee as | © Gnm) La] 2 3 : i Core Cl Pier 411 ; (Tumkur road sidey | | Cla | Sample at 0 to 170 mm Honeycombed region - Test was not carried out | depth from surface | (Tumkur road side) pcre | | 126 93 | 1.907 | 25860] 41.10 | 1.355 | 0.930 38.22 478 I L Typical ] compressive Cre | 131 93 | 1.995 | 213.08 | 33.86 | 1.409 | 0.936 31.69 39.6 ‘allure | from surface (Tumkur road side) Cld | Sample at 570 mm depth | 175 93 | 2.722 | 185.10 | 2942 | 1.882 | 0.987 29.03 363 from surface |1] 2 i 3 | 4 ae ee! = TT] Core C2 | Pier 411 | t | | (Opposite to Tumkur road C2a | side) Sample atOto | Honeycombed region - Test was not carried out |220 mm depth from surface} i | T |] (Opposite to Tumkur road | | i side) Sample at 220mm | 174 93 | 2673 | 29890] 47.50 | 1.871 | 0.986 46.83, 58.5 | depth from surface | | 1 1 T | Opposite to Tumkur road | | C2e | side) Sample at 490mm | 186 | 93 215.98 | 3432 | 2.000 | 1.000 3431 42.9 | m surface | | } | Core C3 | Pier 412 | (Tumkur road side) 3a) Sample at 0 t0 250 mm Honeycombed region - Test was not earried out Typical |_depih from surface | compressive | (Tumkur road side) | failure C3b | Sample at 250mm depth | 36 69 | 0.743 | 139.00 | 40.13 } 1.246 | 0.918 36.85 46.1 | | from surface | | (Tumkur road side) | | C3e | Sample at 400 mm depth | 69 | 1.201 | 17692 | 51.08 | 1.986 | 0.998 50.98 63.7 | from surface | iL (Tumkur road side) 3d | Sample at 530mm depth | 116 69 | 1.013 | 180.00 | 51.97 | 1681 | 0.965 50.16 62.7 | | from surface I t | Core C4 Pier 412 _ (Opposite to Tumkur road | C4a | side) Sample at 0 t0 Honeycombed region - Test was not carried out 320 mm depth from surface] Contd... &Core C4 | cab (Opposite to Tumkur road side) Sample at 320 mm | depth from surface 180 | 2.893 31.98 1.935 | 0.993 31.75 39.7 C4e (Opposite to Tumkur road side) Sample at 500 mm depth from surface 166 93 2613 | 325.94 | 31.80 | 1.785 | 0.976 50.58 63.2 Core C5 Pier 413 (Tumkur road side) Sample at 0 to 320 mm depth from surface Honeycombed region - Test was not carried out (Tumkur road side) Sample at 320 mm depth | from surface 1295 | 156.08 | 39.18 1.811 | 0.979 38.37 48.0 (Tumkur road side} Sample at 450 mm depth from surface 128 14 1.262 | 14732 | 36.98 1.730 | 0.97% 35.89 44.9 (Tumkur road side’ Sample at 640 mm depth from surface 92 74 0.890 | 13048 | 32.75 1.243 | 0.918 30.07 37.6 Core'C6 Pier 413 C6 | (Tumkur road side - South East) Sample at 0 to 40 mm depth from surface Honeycombed region - Test was not carried out Typical compressive failure2 3} Core C6 C6b | Tumkur road side - South | East) Sample at 240mm | 138 depth from surface 6 1218 120.40 34,76 2.000 1,000 34.75 434 Coe (Tumkur road side - South | East) Sample at 310mm } 13) | depth from surface | 0 1176 174.68 50.43 1.986 | 0.998 50.34 62.9 | Core C7 +f (Opposite to Tumkur road side) Sample at 130 mm depth from surface Pier 413 No honeycombed region (Opposite to Tumkur road side) Sample at 0 to 170 30 mm depth from surface 236.12 aT 37.53 1.828 0.981 36.82 46.0 Cte (Opposite to Tumkur road | | side) Sample at 420 mm | 184 depth from surface 2.847 278.26 44.22 1.978 0.997 44.11 55.1 cr | | (Opposite to Tumkur road | side) Sample at 600 mm 146 [__epth from surface | 2.243 237.06 37.67 | 1.570 0.953 35.91 449 Typical compressive failure * As furnished by the client ** Core length and core weight after trimming and capping After applying correction factor for diameter of core which is less than 100 mm (ice, strength of core x 1.08) as per SP:24-1983, clause:16.3.2 For I'd ratio, correction factors are as per Figure-1 of IS:516-1959 (Reaftirmed in 1999), ++ Equivalent cube compressive strength = x corrected cy ider compressive strength as per IS:516-1959, C1.5.6.1 (Reaffirmed in 1999).SKETCHESAPPENDIX