At first we will learn whenstructural repair for concrete structure is
required. The aims of structural repair are to provide safety to structures,repairing structural defects and
bring structure to a stable condition to resist concrete member from further
deterioration. These are done by increasing stiffness and strength of structure
and preventing intrusion of deteriorating agents to structures to restrict
further distress. Sometimes increasing of aesthetical appearance is also a
objective of structural repair.
The repair options are chosen based on the deteriorated
conditions of structure and degree of increment of strength and stiffness of
deteriorated structure. We are providing some options for repair of concrete
structure. These options may, individually or combination of more than one, be
adopted for these purposes. These are:
1. Patch repair.
2. Grouting method of crack repair.
3. Replacing concrete that are structurally weak.
4. Replacing delaminated and/or spalled concrete.
5. Replacing carbonated concrete around steel
reinforcement.
6. Passivating and cleaning steel reinforcement that are
corroded
7. Re-alkalising carbonated concrete.
8. Removing chlorides by electro-chemical method from
chloride deteriorated concrete
9. Any means of water proofing or providing protecting
coating.
10. Jacketing to provide protection against corrosion.
11. Providing concrete overlays by later modified or low
to highly fluid overlays of concrete.
