Structural Inspections
We can undertake visual structural inspections of buildings to investigate whether there is any evidence of movement, foundation subsidence, roof spread or any other structural problems. We can provide a Structural Appraisal Report suitable for planning application submissions detailing findings and informing an appropriate course of action to rectify any structural issues.
Structural Drawings
We can provide detailed structural drawings for all types of projects including conversions, extensions, new builds, alterations, refurbishments, loft conversions and many more. We work with architects and contractors and can provide detailed building regulations drawings suitable for building control submissions.
Structural Calculations
We can undertake structural calculations for a wide variety of projects ranging from the design of a simple beam through to complex steel frame designs for large scale new buildings. Our calculations are undertaken to current standards and presented in a concise and comprehensive package suitable for submission to building control.
Design Capabilities
Eurocodes and British Standards
Geotechnical Design
Retaining Walls - Mass Gravity Walls – Gabion Baskets – Reinforced Cavity Walls – Cantilevered Walls
Concrete Design
Reinforced Concrete – Prestressed Concrete – RC Pad Foundations – RC Slabs – RC Retaining Structures – Mass Concrete
Foundation Design
Strip Foundations – Pad Foundations – Ground Bearing Slabs – Specialist Foundations – Foundation Underpinning
Steel Design
Steel Beams – Steel Frames – Steel Columns – Ridge Beams – Cantilevers – Sway Frames – Steel Trusses – Portal Frames
Timber Design
Floor Joists – Rafters – Roof Trusses – Strengthening Works – Timber Frames – Glulam – Engineered Joists – Flitch Beams
Masonry Design
Freestanding Walls – Cavity Walls – Movement Joints – Windpost Design – Bed Joint Reinforcement - Reinforced Masonry
Specialist Components
Windposts – Lintels – Shear Walls – Specialist Fixings - Tension & Compression Systems - Thermal Breaks
About us
Orsus Consulting is a Civil & Structural Engineering Consultancy, based in the heart of Cornwall. We have experience in all aspects of construction, ranging from small domestic projects to large commercial new builds and are able to offer a wide range of engineering services.
We work with local homeowners, architects, developers and contractors and see projects through from beginning to end. We are equally at home working with traditional historic buildings as we are with with novel designs utilising the latest construction techniques.
We pride ourselves with offering an all-inclusive service and can assist at all stages of your project from gaining Planning Permission through to the provision of Building Regulations Applications and construction details.
