Guidelines for Civil Structures Demolition Method Selection to Enhance Environmental Protection
Aymen Awad
Abstract
This article introduces and explains the demolition methods used for civil structures. There are two types of techniques for demolition, dismantle and damage. The conventional and non-conventional methods are used in the demolitions of steel, paving and reinforced concrete structures. It is clear that there are many factors and requirements affecting the processes of demolitions. It is concluded that many factors including the environmental protection, disturbance, solid waste generated, space, cost, safety of workers and surroundings, energy required and other factors are very important in selection of the demolition process. It is appear that the nonconventional methods used in concrete construction's demolition are effective, fast, costly and environmental safe. These methods have also many environmental benefits such as reduced air contaminants and noise pollution.