How to strengthen concrete columns? Column strengthening is a process within concrete repairs that involves adding or restoring to the `load capacity`, or how much…
Karina CaldinaJuly 28, 2021
Which pipe rehabilitation method should I choose? Pipe rehabilitation is common practice for ageing pipelines or those that have carried large volumes of liquid repeatedly,…
Karina CaldinaJuly 19, 2021
Carbon fibre-reinforced polymer advantages & disadvantages Described as the `wonder material of the century`, carbon fibre-reinforced polymer (CFRP) is favoured by concrete repairs and strengthening…
Karina CaldinaJuly 15, 2021
What is hydrophobic and hydrophilic leak sealing? If your building or structure leaks, there is a good chance that hydrophobic or hydrophilic leak sealing will…
Karina CaldinaJuly 14, 2021
What is an epoxy crack injection system? Epoxy crack injection is a low-cost method of repairing non-moving (or sporadically appearing) cracks in large structures and…
Karina CaldinaJuly 13, 2021
Traditionally, bridges were engineered using steel, iron, or wood. Though since the 1990s-early 2000s, bridge construction specialists have been using cheaper, quicker, and less laborious…
Composites Construction UKJune 29, 2021
Tyfo Fibrwrap is a system of specialised carbon, glass, aramid, and hybrid fabrics combined with epoxy resins to strengthen, repair, and rehabilitate a wide range…
Caroline LatusJune 7, 2021
What is structural waterproofing and when is it needed? Structural waterproofing means exactly as the name implies – it involves methods of waterproofing any structure…
Composites Construction UKJune 2, 2021
The differences between concrete and mortar, and which is best for structural repairs At CCUK, we specialise in concrete repairs and strengthening & rehabilitation of…
Composites Construction UKMay 18, 2021