Since 1982, ADAPT has provided consulting services to public agencies and other consulting firms around the world. We are most often called upon to consult on the design of special structures, bridges, and buildings, where the project's complexity demands an in-depth understanding of the structural concepts involved, experience in similar projects, and access to the latest design tools. ADAPT frequently engages in joint project designs with consultants overseas as part of technology transfer programs. The scope of our consulting engagements range from the complete design of structures to the design of the post-tensioned members only. ADAPT's design consulting expertise includes: Building Structures Concrete buildings and parking structures Podium slabs, deep transfer slabs and beams Mild reinforced and post-tensioned Mat and post-tensioned slab on grade foundations Bridge Structures Design and construction phase analysis of bridges. Incrementally launched Cable stayed Span-by-span Balanced cantilever Curved box girder Precast-prestressed spliced girders with topping slabs Geometry control during construction of bridges Special Structures ADAPT is widely recognized as a global leader in the consulting and design of special structures. Domes Dams Arches Frames Water tanks Digesters Conceptual Design Preliminary sizing of post-tensioned members Estimation of material quantities Detailed Design Design of post-tensioned slabs and beams Complete design services with preparation of CDs Design of concrete bridges Value Engineering Optimization of structural system using post-tensioning Construction Support Constructability analysis of post-tensioned slabs Preparation of shop drawings for post-tensioning Development of construction methods Forensic Analysis Investigation of existing structures Strength evaluation Failure analysis Development of retrofit schemes Litigation support as expert witness Peer Review Review of structural documents and calculations Development of design methodology for special projects Review of ADAPT software models Design / Build ADAPT enters into Design / Build partnerships with other companies to meet the ever tightening demands of fast track projects. As your Design / Build partner, we ensure the success of our clients' projects by working collaboratively with contractors, architects, and owners when developing the structural engineering aspects of a project, from the conceptual stage to completion. The focus of ADAPT's work in building design is concrete structures, in particular, post-tensioned buildings, parking structures, ground supported slabs, and various floor systems. The scope of the work covers the gravity and seismic design of new structures and the retrofitting of existing buildings.