Daily Field Report_24_11_05_Shear Review.pdf
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The document is a Daily Field Report from NOVA, a professional inspection and testing company, documenting structural steel observations and testing for the KSU Clendenin Building Repair project at Kennesaw State University on November 5, 2024. The report details a site inspection of partial structural repairs on the third floor, focusing on field welds between the third floor and roof level, specifically in the area between lines A-B.4. NOVA's representatives conducted visual inspections in accordance with IBC Chapter 17 Structural Tests and Special Inspections, examining welded connections per AWS D1.1 Table 6.1 criteria.
The report identifies several unresolved discrepancies, including anchor bolt size inconsistencies (1/2" versus specified 3/4"), intermittent fillet weld placement issues, and modifications to bent plates and existing building embeds. The general contractor (F.H. Paschen) was informed of these discrepancies, with Shear Structural providing additional review comments. The structural review notes that while most discrepancies were deemed structurally acceptable, there are ongoing concerns about vertical slotted holes in connection angles that need to be addressed to allow for potential differential movement between new structural steel columns and the existing concrete structure.
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Phase: Structural Steel Observations & Testing
Activity Date: 11/05/2024
Weather: Cloudy Temperature: 64
NOVA Representative: Roy Dennis
General Contractor: F.H. Pashcen
The following summarizes our observations and activities this date:
Nova was on site to perform the following inspections / observations at the KSU Clendenin Building Repair.
Nova inspected field welds of the partial structural repairs at the third floor (32'0"). Area of inspection was in between third floor (32'0") to roof level (43'10") between line AB.4. (Reference contract drawings S200) Noted items of inspection appear to be in general compliance with the plans & specifications and in accordance with AWS D1.1 T8.1 visual inspection acceptance criteria * with the exception of discrepancies noted in the discrepancy section of this report.
The observations, which were performed in general accordance with the requirements of IBC Chapter 17 Structural Tests and Special Inspections, and IBCGA Amendments, employs visual observation techniques to verify general compliance with the requirements of the project plans and specifications. Welded connections are visually inspected per AWS D1.1 Table 6.1 criteria.
General Contractor stated engineer approved of splicing of bent plate and slotting bent plate to make weld onto existing embed, awaiting confirmation from SEOR.
Noted discrepancies were discussed with the GC prior to leaving the site.
The above recommendations should not be considered authorization for the contractor to do any work above and beyond work contracted with the owner. Any work performed by the contractor requiring a change order should be approved by the owner prior to work being performed.
Discrepancies
Location Discrepancy Description Status
Above third floor elevation 32'0" between lines BB.4
Top of new HSS 6x4x1/4 post anchored into existing building with 1/2" anchor bolts. 5/S200 details 3/4" anchor bolts
Unresolved
Above third floor elevation 32'0" between line AB.4
Intermittent fillet welds are staggered on bent plate. 2/S 200 details chain intermittent fillet welds. Reference record 2 image
Unresolved
Above third floor elevation 32'0" between A B.4 where bent plate is welded to existing building embeds
Bent plate was slotted on the vertical leg to weld onto the bottom of the existing embed. Reference record 4 image.
Unresolved
Above third floor elevation 32'0" line A bent plate
Bent plate was spliced with a complete joint penetration weld to extend off existing building. Reference record 5 image.
Unresolved
No observations, tests, inspections or approvals by NOVA shall relieve the Contractor from his obligation to perform the Work in strict conformity with the Contract Documents. NOVA's inspections and/or tests reported herein are in no way a guarantee of deficientfree construction. The information provided herein is intended for the sole and exclusive use of our Client unless other written agreement is entered into by NOVA and other parties. All other recipients are provided this document and any corresponding tests and/or inspection results for information purposes only, and any use of said information shall be at their sole risk.
Daily Field Report DFRN000001Report #:
Above third floor
Kennesaw 3900 Kennesaw 75 Parkway Suite 100 Kennesaw, GA 30144 Phone: 770.425.0777 Fax: 770.425.1113
Client:
F. H. Paschen 739 Trabert Ave NW Suite A Atlanta, GA 30318
Project:
101021024313.000 KSU Clendenin Building Repair 275 Kennesaw State University Road Kennesaw, GA
Statements in this field report are subject to NOVA's Principal review. Printed copies of this document are not considered signed and sealed, and the signature must be verified on any electronic copies.
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Structurally Acceptable per Shear Structural
Structurally Acceptable per Shear Structural
Structurally Acceptable per Shear Structural
See Structural Comments on Page 2 of this Report
Weather: Cloudy Temperature: 64
NOVA Representative: Roy Dennis
General Contractor: F.H. Pashcen
The following summarizes our observations and activities this date:
Nova was on site to perform the following inspections / observations at the KSU Clendenin Building Repair.
Nova inspected field welds of the partial structural repairs at the third floor (32'0"). Area of inspection was in between third floor (32'0") to roof level (43'10") between line AB.4. (Reference contract drawings S200) Noted items of inspection appear to be in general compliance with the plans & specifications and in accordance with AWS D1.1 T8.1 visual inspection acceptance criteria * with the exception of discrepancies noted in the discrepancy section of this report.
The observations, which were performed in general accordance with the requirements of IBC Chapter 17 Structural Tests and Special Inspections, and IBCGA Amendments, employs visual observation techniques to verify general compliance with the requirements of the project plans and specifications. Welded connections are visually inspected per AWS D1.1 Table 6.1 criteria.
General Contractor stated engineer approved of splicing of bent plate and slotting bent plate to make weld onto existing embed, awaiting confirmation from SEOR.
Noted discrepancies were discussed with the GC prior to leaving the site.
The above recommendations should not be considered authorization for the contractor to do any work above and beyond work contracted with the owner. Any work performed by the contractor requiring a change order should be approved by the owner prior to work being performed.
Discrepancies
Location Discrepancy Description Status
Above third floor elevation 32'0" between lines BB.4
Top of new HSS 6x4x1/4 post anchored into existing building with 1/2" anchor bolts. 5/S200 details 3/4" anchor bolts
Unresolved
Above third floor elevation 32'0" between line AB.4
Intermittent fillet welds are staggered on bent plate. 2/S 200 details chain intermittent fillet welds. Reference record 2 image
Unresolved
Above third floor elevation 32'0" between A B.4 where bent plate is welded to existing building embeds
Bent plate was slotted on the vertical leg to weld onto the bottom of the existing embed. Reference record 4 image.
Unresolved
Above third floor elevation 32'0" line A bent plate
Bent plate was spliced with a complete joint penetration weld to extend off existing building. Reference record 5 image.
Unresolved
No observations, tests, inspections or approvals by NOVA shall relieve the Contractor from his obligation to perform the Work in strict conformity with the Contract Documents. NOVA's inspections and/or tests reported herein are in no way a guarantee of deficientfree construction. The information provided herein is intended for the sole and exclusive use of our Client unless other written agreement is entered into by NOVA and other parties. All other recipients are provided this document and any corresponding tests and/or inspection results for information purposes only, and any use of said information shall be at their sole risk.
Daily Field Report DFRN000001Report #:
Above third floor
Kennesaw 3900 Kennesaw 75 Parkway Suite 100 Kennesaw, GA 30144 Phone: 770.425.0777 Fax: 770.425.1113
Client:
F. H. Paschen 739 Trabert Ave NW Suite A Atlanta, GA 30318
Project:
101021024313.000 KSU Clendenin Building Repair 275 Kennesaw State University Road Kennesaw, GA
Statements in this field report are subject to NOVA's Principal review. Printed copies of this document are not considered signed and sealed, and the signature must be verified on any electronic copies.
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11.06.2024 Shear Structural Review Comments:
1. Bethany Jones of Shear Structural has reviewed the Discrepancies listed on Page 1 of this Inspection Field Report.
2. Discrepancies 2 through 4 are Structurally Acceptable.
3. The following is in regard to Discrepancy 1 listed on Page 1 of this Inspection Field Report.
It is our understanding that the General Contractor is installing 3/4" diameter anchors per the Structural Detail 5/S-200.
An additional Discrepancy, noted in the Field Observation Report issued by Shear Structural on 11.28.2024, requires correction as follows.
Structural Detail 5/S-200 specifies that vertical slotted holes were to be provided in the connection angles at the top of the new columns to the bottom of the existing concrete structure. The purpose of these vertical slotted holes is to provide for differential movement of the new structural steel columns in respect to the existing concrete structure. Vertical slotted holes could not be field verified by Shear Structural because washers and tack welds had been installed. Washers and tack welds need to be removed from these connections to allow for differential vertical movement. In the photograph shown on Page 3 of this Inspection Field Report, the vertical slotted holes cannot be field verified because the washers have not been removed to allow for differential vertical movement. In the photograph shown on Page 3 of this report, it appears that the tack welds have been removed.
Weather: Cloudy Temperature: 64
NOVA Representative: Roy Dennis
General Contractor: F.H. Pashcen
The following summarizes our observations and activities this date:
Nova was on site to perform the following inspections / observations at the KSU Clendenin Building Repair.
Nova inspected field welds of the partial structural repairs at the third floor (32'0"). Area of inspection was in between third floor (32'0") to roof level (43'10") between line AB.4. (Reference contract drawings S200) Noted items of inspection appear to be in general compliance with the plans & specifications and in accordance with AWS D1.1 T8.1 visual inspection acceptance criteria * with the exception of discrepancies noted in the discrepancy section of this report.
The observations, which were performed in general accordance with the requirements of IBC Chapter 17 Structural Tests and Special Inspections, and IBCGA Amendments, employs visual observation techniques to verify general compliance with the requirements of the project plans and specifications. Welded connections are visually inspected per AWS D1.1 Table 6.1 criteria.
General Contractor stated engineer approved of splicing of bent plate and slotting bent plate to make weld onto existing embed, awaiting confirmation from SEOR.
Noted discrepancies were discussed with the GC prior to leaving the site.
The above recommendations should not be considered authorization for the contractor to do any work above and beyond work contracted with the owner. Any work performed by the contractor requiring a change order should be approved by the owner prior to work being performed.
Discrepancies
Location Discrepancy Description Status
Above third floor elevation 32'0" between lines BB.4
Top of new HSS 6x4x1/4 post anchored into existing building with 1/2" anchor bolts. 5/S200 details 3/4" anchor bolts
Unresolved
Above third floor elevation 32'0" between line AB.4
Intermittent fillet welds are staggered on bent plate. 2/S 200 details chain intermittent fillet welds. Reference record 2 image
Unresolved
Above third floor elevation 32'0" between A B.4 where bent plate is welded to existing building embeds
Bent plate was slotted on the vertical leg to weld onto the bottom of the existing embed. Reference record 4 image.
Unresolved
Above third floor elevation 32'0" line A bent plate
Bent plate was spliced with a complete joint penetration weld to extend off existing building. Reference record 5 image.
Unresolved
No observations, tests, inspections or approvals by NOVA shall relieve the Contractor from his obligation to perform the Work in strict conformity with the Contract Documents. NOVA's inspections and/or tests reported herein are in no way a guarantee of deficientfree construction. The information provided herein is intended for the sole and exclusive use of our Client unless other written agreement is entered into by NOVA and other parties. All other recipients are provided this document and any corresponding tests and/or inspection results for information purposes only, and any use of said information shall be at their sole risk.
Images
Picture Caption
Anchor bolts attached to existing concrete beam are 1/2". 5/S 200 details 3/4" anchor bolts
Daily Field Report DFRN000001Report #:
Above third floor
Kennesaw 3900 Kennesaw 75 Parkway Suite 100 Kennesaw, GA 30144 Phone: 770.425.0777 Fax: 770.425.1113
Client:
F. H. Paschen 739 Trabert Ave NW Suite A Atlanta, GA 30318
Project:
101021024313.000 KSU Clendenin Building Repair 275 Kennesaw State University Road Kennesaw, GA
Statements in this field report are subject to NOVA's Principal review. Printed copies of this document are not considered signed and sealed, and the signature must be verified on any electronic copies.
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Picture Caption
Activity Date: 11/05/2024
Weather: Cloudy Temperature: 64
NOVA Representative: Roy Dennis
General Contractor: F.H. Pashcen
The following summarizes our observations and activities this date:
Nova was on site to perform the following inspections / observations at the KSU Clendenin Building Repair.
Nova inspected field welds of the partial structural repairs at the third floor (32'0"). Area of inspection was in between third floor (32'0") to roof level (43'10") between line AB.4. (Reference contract drawings S200) Noted items of inspection appear to be in general compliance with the plans & specifications and in accordance with AWS D1.1 T8.1 visual inspection acceptance criteria * with the exception of discrepancies noted in the discrepancy section of this report.
The observations, which were performed in general accordance with the requirements of IBC Chapter 17 Structural Tests and Special Inspections, and IBCGA Amendments, employs visual observation techniques to verify general compliance with the requirements of the project plans and specifications. Welded connections are visually inspected per AWS D1.1 Table 6.1 criteria.
General Contractor stated engineer approved of splicing of bent plate and slotting bent plate to make weld onto existing embed, awaiting confirmation from SEOR.
Noted discrepancies were discussed with the GC prior to leaving the site.
The above recommendations should not be considered authorization for the contractor to do any work above and beyond work contracted with the owner. Any work performed by the contractor requiring a change order should be approved by the owner prior to work being performed.
Discrepancies
Location Discrepancy Description Status
Above third floor elevation 32'0" between lines BB.4
Top of new HSS 6x4x1/4 post anchored into existing building with 1/2" anchor bolts. 5/S200 details 3/4" anchor bolts
Unresolved
Above third floor elevation 32'0" between line AB.4
Intermittent fillet welds are staggered on bent plate. 2/S 200 details chain intermittent fillet welds. Reference record 2 image
Unresolved
Above third floor elevation 32'0" between A B.4 where bent plate is welded to existing building embeds
Bent plate was slotted on the vertical leg to weld onto the bottom of the existing embed. Reference record 4 image.
Unresolved
Above third floor elevation 32'0" line A bent plate
Bent plate was spliced with a complete joint penetration weld to extend off existing building. Reference record 5 image.
Unresolved
No observations, tests, inspections or approvals by NOVA shall relieve the Contractor from his obligation to perform the Work in strict conformity with the Contract Documents. NOVA's inspections and/or tests reported herein are in no way a guarantee of deficientfree construction. The information provided herein is intended for the sole and exclusive use of our Client unless other written agreement is entered into by NOVA and other parties. All other recipients are provided this document and any corresponding tests and/or inspection results for information purposes only, and any use of said information shall be at their sole risk.
Images
Picture Caption
Anchor bolts attached to existing concrete beam are 1/2". 5/S 200 details 3/4" anchor bolts
Intermittent fillet welds are staggered. 2/S200 details chain intermittent fillet welds
Intermittent fillet welds are not 12" on center located on the bottom welds of the bent plate.
Daily Field Report DFRN000001Report #:
Above third floor
Kennesaw 3900 Kennesaw 75 Parkway Suite 100 Kennesaw, GA 30144 Phone: 770.425.0777 Fax: 770.425.1113
Client:
F. H. Paschen 739 Trabert Ave NW Suite A Atlanta, GA 30318
Project:
101021024313.000 KSU Clendenin Building Repair 275 Kennesaw State University Road Kennesaw, GA
Statements in this field report are subject to NOVA's Principal review. Printed copies of this document are not
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Activity Date: 11/05/2024
Weather: Cloudy Temperature: 64
NOVA Representative: Roy Dennis
General Contractor: F.H. Pashcen
The following summarizes our observations and activities this date:
Nova was on site to perform the following inspections / observations at the KSU Clendenin Building Repair.
Nova inspected field welds of the partial structural repairs at the third floor (32'0"). Area of inspection was in between third floor (32'0") to roof level (43'10") between line AB.4. (Reference contract drawings S200) Noted items of inspection appear to be in general compliance with the plans & specifications and in accordance with AWS D1.1 T8.1 visual inspection acceptance criteria * with the exception of discrepancies noted in the discrepancy section of this report.
The observations, which were performed in general accordance with the requirements of IBC Chapter 17 Structural Tests and Special Inspections, and IBCGA Amendments, employs visual observation techniques to verify general compliance with the requirements of the project plans and specifications. Welded connections are visually inspected per AWS D1.1 Table 6.1 criteria.
General Contractor stated engineer approved of splicing of bent plate and slotting bent plate to make weld onto existing embed, awaiting confirmation from SEOR.
Noted discrepancies were discussed with the GC prior to leaving the site.
The above recommendations should not be considered authorization for the contractor to do any work above and beyond work contracted with the owner. Any work performed by the contractor requiring a change order should be approved by the owner prior to work being performed.
Discrepancies
Location Discrepancy Description Status
Above third floor elevation 32'0" between lines BB.4
Top of new HSS 6x4x1/4 post anchored into existing building with 1/2" anchor bolts. 5/S200 details 3/4" anchor bolts
Unresolved
Above third floor elevation 32'0" between line AB.4
Intermittent fillet welds are staggered on bent plate. 2/S 200 details chain intermittent fillet welds. Reference record 2 image
Unresolved
Above third floor elevation 32'0" between A B.4 where bent plate is welded to existing building embeds
Bent plate was slotted on the vertical leg to weld onto the bottom of the existing embed. Reference record 4 image.
Unresolved
Above third floor elevation 32'0" line A bent plate
Bent plate was spliced with a complete joint penetration weld to extend off existing building. Reference record 5 image.
Unresolved
No observations, tests, inspections or approvals by NOVA shall relieve the Contractor from his obligation to perform the Work in strict conformity with the Contract Documents. NOVA's inspections and/or tests reported herein are in no way a guarantee of deficientfree construction. The information provided herein is intended for the sole and exclusive use of our Client unless other written agreement is entered into by NOVA and other parties. All other recipients are provided this document and any corresponding tests and/or inspection results for information purposes only, and any use of said information shall be at their sole risk.
Images
Picture Caption
Anchor bolts attached to existing concrete beam are 1/2". 5/S 200 details 3/4" anchor bolts
Intermittent fillet welds are staggered. 2/S200 details chain intermittent fillet welds
Intermittent fillet welds are not 12" on center located on the bottom welds of the bent plate.
Existing embed was too high, a slot was cut into the bent plate to weld to embed.
Bent plate was spliced to extend past existing building.
Daily Field Report DFRN000001Report #:
Above third floor
Kennesaw 3900 Kennesaw 75 Parkway Suite 100 Kennesaw, GA 30144 Phone: 770.425.0777 Fax: 770.425.1113
Client:
F. H. Paschen 739 Trabert Ave NW Suite A Atlanta, GA 30318
Project:
101021024313.000 KSU Clendenin Building Repair 275 Kennesaw State University Road Kennesaw, GA
Statements in this field report are subject to NOVA's Principal review. Printed copies of this document are not
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Activity Date: 11/05/2024
Weather: Cloudy Temperature: 64
NOVA Representative: Roy Dennis
General Contractor: F.H. Pashcen
The following summarizes our observations and activities this date:
Nova was on site to perform the following inspections / observations at the KSU Clendenin Building Repair.
Nova inspected field welds of the partial structural repairs at the third floor (32'0"). Area of inspection was in between third floor (32'0") to roof level (43'10") between line AB.4. (Reference contract drawings S200) Noted items of inspection appear to be in general compliance with the plans & specifications and in accordance with AWS D1.1 T8.1 visual inspection acceptance criteria * with the exception of discrepancies noted in the discrepancy section of this report.
The observations, which were performed in general accordance with the requirements of IBC Chapter 17 Structural Tests and Special Inspections, and IBCGA Amendments, employs visual observation techniques to verify general compliance with the requirements of the project plans and specifications. Welded connections are visually inspected per AWS D1.1 Table 6.1 criteria.
General Contractor stated engineer approved of splicing of bent plate and slotting bent plate to make weld onto existing embed, awaiting confirmation from SEOR.
Noted discrepancies were discussed with the GC prior to leaving the site.
The above recommendations should not be considered authorization for the contractor to do any work above and beyond work contracted with the owner. Any work performed by the contractor requiring a change order should be approved by the owner prior to work being performed.
Discrepancies
Location Discrepancy Description Status
Above third floor elevation 32'0" between lines BB.4
Top of new HSS 6x4x1/4 post anchored into existing building with 1/2" anchor bolts. 5/S200 details 3/4" anchor bolts
Unresolved
Above third floor elevation 32'0" between line AB.4
Intermittent fillet welds are staggered on bent plate. 2/S 200 details chain intermittent fillet welds. Reference record 2 image
Unresolved
Above third floor elevation 32'0" between A B.4 where bent plate is welded to existing building embeds
Bent plate was slotted on the vertical leg to weld onto the bottom of the existing embed. Reference record 4 image.
Unresolved
Above third floor elevation 32'0" line A bent plate
Bent plate was spliced with a complete joint penetration weld to extend off existing building. Reference record 5 image.
Unresolved
No observations, tests, inspections or approvals by NOVA shall relieve the Contractor from his obligation to perform the Work in strict conformity with the Contract Documents. NOVA's inspections and/or tests reported herein are in no way a guarantee of deficientfree construction. The information provided herein is intended for the sole and exclusive use of our Client unless other written agreement is entered into by NOVA and other parties. All other recipients are provided this document and any corresponding tests and/or inspection results for information purposes only, and any use of said information shall be at their sole risk.
Images
Picture Caption
Anchor bolts attached to existing concrete beam are 1/2". 5/S 200 details 3/4" anchor bolts
Intermittent fillet welds are staggered. 2/S200 details chain intermittent fillet welds
Intermittent fillet welds are not 12" on center located on the bottom welds of the bent plate.
Existing embed was too high, a slot was cut into the bent plate to weld to embed.
Bent plate was spliced to extend past existing building.
View of area inspected BB.4
View of bent plate located where installer slotted to make weld to existing building
Daily Field Report DFRN000001Report #:
Above third floor
Kennesaw 3900 Kennesaw 75 Parkway Suite 100 Kennesaw, GA 30144 Phone: 770.425.0777 Fax: 770.425.1113
Client:
F. H. Paschen 739 Trabert Ave NW Suite A Atlanta, GA 30318
Project:
101021024313.000 KSU Clendenin Building Repair 275 Kennesaw State University Road Kennesaw, GA
Statements in this field report are subject to NOVA's Principal review. Printed copies of this document are not considered signed and sealed, and the signature must be verified on any electronic copies.
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Electronically signed and sealed by Mark Floyd, Project Manager on Nov 05, 2024 using a Digital Signature.
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