Benefits
Existing building
The concept offers the advantage of being usable on an existing building as well as a new construction.
No evacuation
Set-up on an existing building is not invasive and does not require the evacuation of the inhabitants.
No dependence
The process depends neither on the nature of the construction (concrete, stone, metallic structure, slab, etc.) nor on the architectural concept.
For all loads
The concept is acceptable and adaptable for all loads regardless of the sheet size, the quantity and the resistance of steel.
Independent from the foundations
The implementation of the process is essentially based on making the elevated part independent from the foundations, and therefore not transmitting the earthquake.
Adapted diameter
The movement of the foundations is subject to an enquiry on the seismic past of the region and makes it possible to determine the ball boxes’ diameter.
No energy input
The concept does not depend on any mechanical, electric or hydraulic interaction. Therefore, it acts autonomously, participating fully in preventing or slowing the self-destruction of the building.
Easy setup
Its setup does not require any inexistant technique, especially for new constructions. For an existing building, a driller/ sawyer is necessary.
Accessible to the general public
Due to its simple manufacturing concept, the supply price is fair, therefore open to as many as possible.
Compatibility
The process is compatible with any upgrades following the prescriptions.
Preserving the heritage
The invention allows to protect the existing building and to keep the restoration price down.
Heat barrier
The invention combines the functions of seismic support and thermal barrier.
Avoids collapses
The invention’s aim is to avoid an effect of rod on the building’s swiveling points, which would result in the slabs collapsing on the inhabitants.
Easy to work with
On high floor, the invention avoids bulky solutions which are difficult to anchor or which require the dismantling of a wall.
No additional burden
The invention does not impose any extra burden on the building.
Complementarity
The process can be used with any type of reinforcement, strain cables, anchors, shock absorbers, triangulations, beams, etc.
Accessible
The invention is accessible to private individuals, even on modest buildings.