INGENIEUR
Different coefficients of thermal expansion mean that concrete structures , comprising brick , concrete components and fenestrations with metal frames , expand and contract in different volumes and lengths when exposed to heat . Such thermal stress causes cracks that break the waterproofing membranes and moisture barriers , resulting in the infiltration of rainwater , which is detrimental to indoor environmental health , comfort and durability of buildings .
Floods and Rising Ground Water
Widespread devastation was brought about by the Northeast Monsoon which caused heavy precipitation with a record high of 360mm rainwater
Figure 5 : Heat-induced cracking on the facades and the highest floors with a flat roof
Figure 6 : Defects in Masonry Walls Guidance on Cracking : Identification , Prevention and Repair , CIB Publication 403 , Nov 2014
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