5. Glossary

Metallurgical analysis

Determining the components and properties of a material.

Passiver

Stabilizing and preventing corrosion after metal has been stripped and anticorrosion protection applied.

Repair

Restoring a structure to its original state.

Fire protection

Covering a structural element to protect it from overheating.

Assemble, fasten

Action of joining an existing structure to an added entity by bolting, welding or bonding structural elements of the same or different materials.