Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP)
Expert Solutions to Strengthen Structures and Improve SafetyWhen traditional reinforcement methods are insufficient, Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) can be used to strengthen structures. CFRP combines high-strength carbon fibers with structural epoxy to form a bonded composite system. Proper installation requires structural analysis and stamped design plans from a licensed engineer, following ACI-440 guidelines. This method addresses deficiencies between existing capacity and required loads and is intended to supplement—not replace—original reinforcement.
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Carbon FRP Fiber Applications
Proper surface preparation is critical for CFRP application. Concrete must be abrasive grit blasted or hydro blasted to achieve a rough, sandpaper-like texture. Pull-off tests using epoxy-bonded dollies must show a tensile strength above 200 psi to confirm a sound substrate; otherwise, further preparation is required. Epoxy primer and putty are used to promote adhesion and fill surface irregularities. Following ACI-440's modified dry method, CFRP fabric or strips are applied, rolled, and encapsulated with epoxy resin. Once cured, the surface may be coated for UV protection or fireproofing.
Common Applications for CRFP include:
- Marine
- Civil Engineering
- Bridges
- Change of Use Application
- Fiber Plate Reinforcement
- Fiber Wrap
- Establish Composite Action in Beams / Girders
- Stiffness Increase for Deflection and Flexural Shear and Axial Loads
Additional Considerations for Every Application:
- Surface temperatures, concrete moisture and humidity.
- Structurally repair all defects (spalls, cracks, corrosion) in concrete prior to CFRP application.
- Perform button pull off bond strength to assure of proper surface preparation.
- Cure times between fabric layers, and pull testing cured fabric coupons.
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In addition to Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymers (CFRP), Epoxy Design Systems offers a range of services to protect and strengthen your infrastructure. Explore our other specialized solutions below.
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Structural Concrete Repair
Structural concrete repairs to all structures where concrete spalls, fissures, delaminations, chemical degradation, poor integrity, and insufficient capacity occur.
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Crack Injection
Concrete cracks because it is its nature to do so! Crack injections are appropriate, for any commercial, industrial, and marine structure with cracks or fissures in concrete walls, floors or ceilings.
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Pier Pile Repair & Jacket Systems
Protection, maintenance and repair of existing concrete and wooden piles at wharf marine and bridge structures using preformed jackets.
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Shotcrete
Shotcrete provides integrity and strength to the structure using superior adhesion and consolidation on overhead, horizontal and vertical surfaces.
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Grouting Services
Grouting is used to support rotating equipment, compressors, pumps, rail plate, crusher ball mill, conveying systems and skid mounted equipment.
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Protective Coatings & Linings
Coatings and linings are applied to protect concrete or steel structures from abrasion, aggressive corrosive chemicals, ultraviolet exposure or environmental placement.
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Expansion Joints
All concrete expansion joints, existing or new construction, must be sealed to control moisture migration, corrosion at exposed reinforcing steel, and protect the structure.
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Our facade restoration / maintenance services involve cleaning, repairing, and rehabilitating the exterior surfaces of commercial and industrial buildings.
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Bearing Pad Replacement
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Concrete Corrosion Protection
Corrosion can be defined as the degradation of a material due to a reaction with its environment. Epoxy Design Systems provides concrete corrosion protection to help minimize, spalling, & corrosion of the concrete structure.
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Hot Metalizing Zinc
Epoxy Design Systems takes great pride in providing top-notch metalizing, and restoration services to clients across the United States and around the world. Our expertise extends to a wide range of sectors, including industrial, commercial, marine, and petrochemical structures.
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Spall Repair
A concrete spall is a fractured, delaminated or missing portion of concrete with varying depth and dimension. Some spalls are cosmetic while others are structural.
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