Restoration corrosion survey of the steel structure of peron hall of the Main railway station in Prague

Abstract

This article presents the results of the corrosion survey of the load-bearing structure of the main hall of the Main railway station in Prague. The chemical composition and microscopy view of the metal alloy has been explored, the current state of the anti-corrosion protection system as well as its composition were also evaluated. The corrosion damage of sheets and reinforcements of individual columns of the peron hall is also reported. The corrosion damage of the plates and reinforcements is locally very significant and is related to the drainage of rain water from the damaged roof structure. Renovation is also necessary for the protective coating system. The article concludes a restoration project that fully respects the historical form of the construction of the early twentieth century with minimal compromise.