Waterproofing is the formation of an impervious barrier over surfaces of foundations, roofs, walls, and other structural members. The function of the impermeable barrier is to prevent water penetrations. The building surfaces are made water-resistant and sometimes waterproof. The utilization ...
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DEFECTIVE CONCRETE REMOVAL TECHNIQUES
Defective Concrete Removal Techniques Removal of deteriorated, damaged, porous or defective concrete is a must for any repair work but the extent of this removal can not usually be determined in the planning stage. The decision about how much damaged ...
Protective Systems for Reinforced Concrete Structures
Reinforced Concrete Structures Protective Systems The objective of providing a protection system is to extend the life of the structure and to reduce the number of future repairs and the rate of deterioration of the concrete structures. Protective systems consist ...
DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS IN REPAIR OF STRUCTURES
Design Considerations in Repair of Structures The rehabilitated structure may be required to provide equivalent safety to that of a new structure. The rehabilitated structure is brought to current building code standards. The design codes only provide guidance, and the ...
EPOXY INJECTION FOR CONCRETE CRACK REPAIR
Epoxy injection for Concrete Crack Repair in foundations, basements, beams, columns, slabs, walls and other concrete structures Injection of epoxies under pressure may be used to bond the cracks having greater than or equal to 0.05mm opening. This method ...
Methods for Repair of Small and Large Cracks in Concrete
Repair of small, medium and large cracks in concrete and repair of crushed concrete is required to enhance the strength and durability of damaged concrete members. Repair of small and medium cracks in concrete Small and medium cracks in reinforced ...
Types of Cracks in Concrete due to Moisture Change
Types of cracks in concrete due to moisture change is initial shrinkage cracks, plastic shrinkage, plastic settlement and initial expansion of concrete. These types of cracks occurs due to moisture change in concrete which are discussed in detail. Building materials ...
Repair of Yielded and Buckled Reinforcement in Concrete
Excessive yielding and buckling of reinforcement occurs in severely damaged concrete structural members. Repair of these rebars in concrete is discussed.