Concrete technology and durability design - Cowi

6Specifications and construction monitoringThe Pearl Development Project, QatarQA at precasting yard, Busan-GeojeFixed Link, South KoreaQA at immersed tunnel site, Busan-Geoje Fixed Link, South KoreaSpecificationsCOWI has many years experience inassisting both clients and contractorsin the preparation and/or reviewof specifications for major internationalprojects, including immersed andbored tunnels, all types of bridges,marine structures, airports and infrastructureschemes all over theworld. Irrespective of the type ofcontract COWI can provide specialistassistance to fulfil particular needs.COWI’s expertise is based on athorough understanding of the relevantinternational standards complementedby an extensive knowledgeof concrete and materials technologyin combination with experience in amultiplicity of construction techniques.Consequently, COWI hasthe ability to interpret any specialdemands, be they structural, environmentalor financial, in order toprovide specific requirements forparticular parts of a project.Quality assurance andconstruction monitoringIn order for a concrete structure tofunction as foreseen by the design,the construction process must becontrolled by a suitably framedquality assurance (QA) scheme.COWI has the knowledge to establishsuitable QA schemes in linewith the preparation of project specifications.In addition, COWI hasexperienced concrete specialists,who can review/audit constructionmaterials, mix designs, functionalrequirements, method statementsand inspection and test plans, etc.,against specified requirements andproject objectives.Consequently, the same personnelhave the ability to assess the acceptabilityof non-conformances if andwhen they arise and the suitabilityof associated corrective actions, remedialworks, etc., to ensure thatthe project objectives are met.QA at segment factory, HallandsåsTunnel, Sweden