The Problem
Accidents are bound to happen on jobsites, especially when multiple trades are working at the same time. On this particular project, the column was struck by a forklift traveling at a high speed. Below is the result of the collision.
Replacing a Damaged Column
Shoring Solution
In order to replace the column, we had to shore up the girders and joists directly connecting to the column. We used the MASS 25 system of shoring to complete this task. This shoring system utilized two towers with 4 legs each, and beams at the top to support the girders.
The Removal
Once the column was shored up, we were able to take the pressure off of the column, and begin removal. To be able to complete this job safely, the column had to be removed in segments since the column was nearly 47’ tall.
The Replacement
After the column was removed, a concrete cutting crew came in to cut around the footer, so we could check the anchor bolts. The anchor bolts were in good shape; therefore, we were good to go to install the new column.