Italy is a territory with a high seismic risk, with different zones classified according to their hazard levels, categorized on a seismic risk scale.

Current regulations classify buildings into 8 risk classes, ranging from the least risky (A+) to buildings with a very high seismic risk (G).

Seismic retrofitting is an intervention aimed at improving the structural safety of buildings, making them more stable and resistant to earthquakes, thus reducing the risk of damage or collapse.

Types of Interventions

Seismic reinforcement operations can be summarized into three main categories:

Seismic upgrading: upgrading the safety levels required by technical standards;

Seismic improvement: enhancing the safety conditions of existing structures, without necessarily reaching the levels required by current regulations;

Localized intervention: repair of specific parts of the structure that affect limited portions of the building.

The process of seismic retrofitting involves the adoption of advanced techniques and specific materials to increase the load-bearing capacity of the building and modify its behavior during an earthquake.

Key Activities

The main activities of seismic reinforcement include:

• Foundation strengthening;
• Structural reinforcement and related supports;
• Masonry consolidation;
• Floor consolidation;
• Seismic energy dissipators and isolation devices.

Operae is capable of conducting a thorough assessment and study of all the necessary operations for seismic retrofitting for each type of building, based on its specific structural conditions.

We work to the highest quality standards, that allow us to ensure maximum safety and reliability of our measures, enabling you to also benefit from available state incentives.