thaimate Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 I was just in Central again and it brought to mind the thread about its immenant collapse when it opened ,well its just over a year now and its still going strong ,so does the original poster still keep out or has he changed his mind? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curious2005 Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 Well...Pattaya is the world's hub for self appointed specialists and experts in any possible field. From construction and engineering to city planning or how to run a bar or restaurant or even the entire country.....A huge truckload of clowns.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Conners Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 I don't know if you refer to me as the OP. Actually I reposted someone else's observations, but since you ask, yes I am still worried about the dodgy retrofitting that was done there, and though it hasn't crashed yet that is no guarantee that it won't happen one day. Of course I hope not, but knowing Thailand and the attitude to security here I am still not convinced. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ciaociao Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 I don't know if you refer to me as the OP. Actually I reposted someone else's observations, but since you ask, yes I am still worried about the dodgy retrofitting that was done there, and though it hasn't crashed yet that is no guarantee that it won't happen one day. Of course I hope not, but knowing Thailand and the attitude to security here I am still not convinced. When I go I always wear a gol chain with a cross . Works everytime . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHdiver Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 Be patient and give it some time.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curious2005 Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 I don't know if you refer to me as the OP. Actually I reposted someone else's observations, but since you ask, yes I am still worried about the dodgy retrofitting that was done there, and though it hasn't crashed yet that is no guarantee that it won't happen one day. Of course I hope not, but knowing Thailand and the attitude to security here I am still not convinced. Not referring to you Phil, sorry. Just a general remark. No harm meant! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rimmer Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 Well...Pattaya is the world's hub for self appointed specialists and experts in any possible field. From construction and engineering to city planning or how to run a bar or restaurant or even the entire country.....A huge truckload of clowns.... Ahem!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHdiver Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 You forgot the Moderators in your post courious, now they will have a sleepless night. Be careful they will watch you every word in future Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curious2005 Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 (edited) You forgot the Moderators in your post courious, now they will have a sleepless night. Be careful they will watch you every word in future ....At least some have not lost their humor in Sin City! Great! So we better extend it to any and all Pattaya expats and any (possibly) self-appointed experts! No offense meant or taken! And a quiet sleep to all! Edited February 23, 2010 by curious2005 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWalkingMan Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 Fallen down or not fallen down, at least one of the bridges wobbles. I felt it myself when leaning against the railing near MK on one of the upper floors. As long as I have lived, I have never felt a wobbling bridge in a shopping mall. If it never falls, great! If it does fall... well, there will be plenty of "I told you so" spoken. TheWalkingMan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morrobay Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 (edited) The totol load on that structure is not even complete yet. That hotel being ( it seems very slowly) constructed is adding a massive load. see wikipedia: Sampoong department store collapse Edited February 24, 2010 by morrobay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farangpattaya Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 Well...Pattaya is the world's hub for self appointed specialists and experts in any possible field. From construction and engineering to city planning or how to run a bar or restaurant or even the entire country.....A huge truckload of clowns.... Well, obviously there wasn't an expert on motorbike parkings..........what a crap!! Just a very quick visit of 5 minutes into the shoppingarea took me 30 minutes to park the bike, find it back and the attempt to leave the parking. It seems that a car-wash in the basement is more important. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soundman Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 Personally, I think the leaning tower of Pizza will go first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathanpattaya Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 Well...Pattaya is the world's hub for self appointed specialists and experts in any possible field. From construction and engineering to city planning or how to run a bar or restaurant or even the entire country.....A huge truckload of clowns.... A bit of a sweeping statement, isn't it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSixpack Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 Well...Pattaya is the world's hub for self appointed specialists and experts in any possible field. From construction and engineering to city planning or how to run a bar or restaurant or even the entire country.....A huge truckload of clowns.... Well, obviously there wasn't an expert on motorbike parkings..........what a crap!! Just a very quick visit of 5 minutes into the shoppingarea took me 30 minutes to park the bike, find it back and the attempt to leave the parking. It seems that a car-wash in the basement is more important. Another prediction was that Central wouldn't have customers! The motorbike parking situation is criminal. On a recent visit I found ONE parking spot in the entire area and I took it. Park in one of lanes and you can't get out because bikes block the lanes when the parking places are full. Now the limited street parking outside is always full too. I rarely go there now because I don't want to fight w/ the parking. Today's rant! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naam Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 Well...Pattaya is the world's hub for self appointed specialists and experts in any possible field. From construction and engineering to city planning or how to run a bar or restaurant or even the entire country.....A huge truckload of clowns.... as was the poster who posed here as structural engineer claiming "steel reinforcements are just below the surface of the concrete" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmac Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 Fallen down or not fallen down, at least one of the bridges wobbles. I felt it myself when leaning against the railing near MK on one of the upper floors. As long as I have lived, I have never felt a wobbling bridge in a shopping mall. If it never falls, great! If it does fall... well, there will be plenty of "I told you so" spoken.TheWalkingMan Only if they are not in the place at the time it falls!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spalpeen Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 Personally, I think the leaning tower of Pizza will go first. The Leaning Tower of Pizza.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LennyW Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 As long as it is still standing......never say never! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BSJ Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 Spalpeen, you beat me to it! I chipped in with a few comments myself back then! There is no denying the fact that drilling holes in structual members weakens the said members. Putting extra reinforcement in after the building has been completed is not the same as having reo cast in place with the initial pour. The structure is weaker and thats a fact. Now that another building is being constructed on top of the existing building, were do you think all the stress and vibrations will be going? Only one way, down through the existing structure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David H Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 Spalpeen, you beat me to it! I chipped in with a few comments myself back then! There is no denying the fact that drilling holes in structual members weakens the said members. Putting extra reinforcement in after the building has been completed is not the same as having reo cast in place with the initial pour. The structure is weaker and thats a fact. Now that another building is being constructed on top of the existing building, were do you think all the stress and vibrations will be going? Only one way, down through the existing structure. I did not comment back then, but It was designed to have two hotels initially. They then decided to build only one. So it should be okay, but TIT so we'll see, how it turns out. David H Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michaelaway Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 Well...Pattaya is the world's hub for self appointed specialists and experts in any possible field. From construction and engineering to city planning or how to run a bar or restaurant or even the entire country.....A huge truckload of clowns.... Written by a specialist on specialists...! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tokay Posted February 25, 2010 Share Posted February 25, 2010 They covered just about all, if not all, of the retro fittings with steel plates so you can no longer see the problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Conners Posted February 25, 2010 Share Posted February 25, 2010 Out of sight, out of mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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