INSPECTION SERVICES

Yes. The Structures and Materials Lab (SML) at the University of Miami is an ISO/IEC 17020:2012 accredited inspection body (IAS AA-829, Type C).

This accreditation confirms that our inspections are performed under a documented quality system with:

• Technical independence and impartiality

• Qualified inspectors and licensed engineers

• Standardized inspection procedures

• Traceable documentation and reporting

We are also affiliated with an ISO 17025 accredited testing laboratory, allowing us to integrate inspection and laboratory verification when required.

We specialize in built infrastructure inspection services, including:

• Seawalls and waterfront structures

• Bridge load testing and performance evaluation

• Existing concrete structure condition assessments

• FRP and composite system inspections

• Reinforced concrete special inspections

• Structural steel, masonry, and wood inspections

• Pre-placement formwork and reinforcement inspections

• Concrete placement inspections (cast-in-place, precast, prestressed)

• Batch plant inspections

Yes. We provide construction special inspections in accordance with applicable codes and standards, including:

• Reinforced concrete

• Structural steel

• Structural masonry

• Structural wood

• Soils, excavation, drilled piers, and pilings

• Pre-placement reinforcement and formwork

• Concrete placement monitoring

Our inspections follow recognized standards including ASTM E329 and internal ISO-compliant procedures.

Yes. We conduct existing concrete structure inspections for:

• Aging buildings

• Parking garages

• Marine and coastal structures

• Infrastructure facilities

Our methodology integrates:

• Visual inspection (ACI 201.1R framework)

• Non-destructive testing (NDT)

• Crack and spall mapping

• Corrosion assessment

• Optional sampling and laboratory analysis (ISO 17025)

We provide prioritized repair and rehabilitation recommendations.

Yes. We provide inspection services to support a wide range of building-related needs, including ICC-ES AC 304 qualifying and follow-up inspections of products, materials, and systems. Our expertise also covers structural condition assessments of existing buildings, in-situ concrete evaluations, FRP composite inspections, manufacturing plant inspections, masonry construction, and building façade assessments.

In addition to verifying compliance, these services can help interpret test results and inform product improvement strategies.

Yes. We specialize in seawall and marine infrastructure inspections, including:

• Concrete seawalls

• Retaining walls

• Piers and docks

• Marine-exposed reinforced concrete systems

Inspections may include above-water assessment and optional underwater evaluation. Reports include condition classification, deterioration mapping, and durability evaluation.

Yes. We perform bridge load testing and structural performance evaluation, particularly for:

• Short-span bridges

• FRP-reinforced bridges

• Proof-load and compliance verification

We use GPS-based displacement tracking, strain gauges, and structural health monitoring systems aligned with AASHTO evaluation frameworks.

This documentation can be used to support code compliance submissions, product submittals, and certification efforts.

Yes. We are nationally recognized for FRP inspection and verification, including:

• FRP bar installations

• Externally bonded FRP strengthening systems

• Hybrid reinforcement systems

• Manufacturer qualification and follow-up inspections

Our expertise is supported by extensive academic research and field application experience.

Yes. We perform in-plant inspections for:

• FRP bar manufacturing facilities

• Precast and prestressed concrete plants

• Concrete batch plants

These inspections verify manufacturing compliance, quality control procedures, and production consistency.

We help clients understand how test outcomes align with acceptance criteria commonly used by code officials and design professionals, ensuring clarity in regulatory and project-specific compliance contexts.

Our inspection services support:

• State and local government agencies

• Transportation departments (including FDOT)

• Structural engineers and consultants

• Infrastructure owners and operators

• Property managers and HOAs

• Manufacturers and developers

We are frequently engaged on technically complex or research-driven projects requiring advanced engineering judgment.

• ISO 17020 accredited inspection body

• University-based engineering expertise

• Integrated inspection + laboratory testing capabilities

• Advanced FRP and marine structure specialization

• Research-informed methodologies

• Detailed, traceable reporting

• Licensed Professional Engineers

We bridge the gap between state of the art and state of the practice in infrastructure inspection.