ATS offers building envelope consulting and estimating services that help clients maintain their structures from the roof to the foundation. Our professional engineers (P.E.s) methodically inspect and report on safety hazards and damages to building façades, fall protection systems, and lightning protection systems (LPS).
We perform all building envelope consulting services onsite, carefully inspecting critical safety and access equipment to deliver a thorough and reliable report on our observations and recommendations. ATS provides consulting and design support for a variety of facilities, including:
- Commercial
- Industrial
- Healthcare
- Education & university campuses
- Lodging
- High-rise residential
Façade Services
While façade damage is often easy to miss, it can have catastrophic implications for building safety. A periodic façade inspection from a professional helps clients identify and resolve issues before they worsen.
Our certified professional engineers can compare the building’s original construction drawings with the results of our visual inspections. We can supplement ground-level examinations with rope access services from SPRAT-certified rope access technicians. Upon request, an FAA-certified drone pilot can operate an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to capture concealed or hard-to-access damage from a safe distance. Our façade inspections may include various onsite tests, such as infrared thermography or moisture intrusion testing, as relevant.
No matter the method of access, our experts thoroughly investigate for signs of distress, defects, and water infiltration. If we detect a water leak, we may recommend a limited interior survey to determine the extent of the damage.
Our inspections cover the following building areas:
- Façade components: foundations, walls, windows, doors, and roofs
- Façade access system components: tie-back anchors, davit systems, monorails, and building maintenance units (BMUs)
- Fall protection systems: a combination of body harnesses, lanyards or lifelines, anchors, and connectors
- Lightning protection systems: air terminals, conductors, grounding electrodes, cables, fasteners, and strike termination devices
Our services comply with the applicable standards, such as:
- ANSI Z459.1 2021 – Rope Access System Safety
- ASTM E2505-07 – Industrial Rope Access
- FAA Part 107 Certification for Drone Operation
Fall Protection Systems
A P.E. registered in your state can review building plans and field test documentation before performing a visual inspection of your suspended access and fall protection equipment. We support retrofits and refurbishments to keep fall protection systems up to date and compliant with regulations and standards. If our experts determine that your system requires repair or replacement, they can provide an estimate of the material and labor costs.
From steep roofs to high windows, buildings pose many slip, trip, and fall hazards for maintenance personnel. ATS can evaluate buildings for fall hazards and help implement solutions:
- Fall protection training courses
- Fall hazard assessments
- Designing and installing fall protection systems and personal fall arrest systems (PFAS)
- Inspecting and certifying fall protection systems and PFAS equipment
Suspended Access Standards
- ASME A120.1-2021 — Powered Platforms and Traveling Ladders and Gantries for Building Maintenance
- 29 CFR OSHA 1910.66 – Powered Platforms for Building Maintenance
- 29 CFR OSHA 1910.27 – Scaffolds and Rope Descent Systems
- IWCA I-14.1-2001 – Window Cleaning Safety
Fall Protection System Standards
- 29 CFR OSHA 1910.23 – Ladders
- 29 CFR OSHA 1910.28 – Fall Protection and Falling Object Protection
- 29 CFR OSHA 1910.140 – Personal Fall Arrest Systems
- ANSI/ASSP Z359 – Fall Protection Code
Lighting Protection Systems
A qualified P.E. can inspect lightning protection systems (LPS) for commercial buildings to ensure the structure is safe from lightning strikes. If the LPS is damaged, we can provide repairs or help clients design and install a replacement. Our engineers can evaluate your LPS system components, the surrounding building, and other protective equipment, such as surge protectors, for loose parts and damage.
Our services comply with UL 96A and NFPA 780 standards for:
- Annual inspections
- Five-year inspections
- Inspections after installation, repair, or damage
About ATS
ATS offers façade access, fall protection, lightning protection, and special access services under one roof, presenting a comprehensive resource for client structural consulting needs. We have an extensive catalog of testing, inspection, and certification services that align with OSHA regulations and industry standards.
Our Professional Engineers and structural engineers bring decades of field expertise to national and international clients. We strive to exceed our clients’ expectations, delivering high-quality customer service, a quick turnaround rate, and comprehensive reporting.
Contact Us
Whether you need general consulting, periodic inspections, or retrofit services, you can trust ATS to provide professional and reliable support. Call +1 (888) 287-5227 or complete the form on this page to schedule building envelope services now.
