Protecting Concrete Infrastructure

Protecting Concrete Infrastructure

Every driver has most probably experienced it – traffic jams resulting from road maintenance or even demolition of bridges due to unsafe properties. Dramatic accidents, like the collapse of a pedestrian bridge in the US in 2021, prove that there is an urgent need to refurbish crumbling infrastructure worldwide. Nevertheless, there is no need to panic. Through innovative admixture technologies and diligent monitoring, the service life of the structure can be increased and maintenance costs during the life cycle can be minimized. For further information, please feel free to visit our solutions pages for bridges, rail and roads as well as marine structures.

The safety of structures and the deterioration of the concrete from which they are made raises concern in our society, especially for those structures which are over 50 years old. If you look around concrete structures are almost everywhere. Whether residential or commercial buildings, roads, bridges or dams, concrete is a vital element of our built environment and of our lives.

Most of these structures were built in the 60’s and 70’s. Since then, they have been subjected to loads which they may not have been designed for as well as to multiple environmental factors which can contribute to the degradation of the concrete. Today concrete deterioration is a huge challenge. It concerns our safety and our environment. Every minute that an structure is not in operation causes huge costs and a many challenges.

A long and reliable service life of a structure requires regular on-site inspections, maintenance and technically coordinated protection measures. Demolition or re-cycling may be an option but this comes at great cost, in energy, resources and effort. More durable structures are always the more sustainable option.

Causes of premature failure of repairs:

• Corrosion 
• Cracking
• Delamination

Read more about waterproofing and protection of infrastructures in our blog:

Waterproofing for bridge decks

Bridges endure constant exposure to weather, salts, changing temperatures and physical wear. Therefore, unprotected or incorrectly protected concrete structures easily corrode and weaken. Refurbishment of such damage inevitably leads to higher (societal) costs because of the repair itself, interrupted traffic and increased safety measures. A good reason to ensure that the structures are correctly protected from the day that they are completed.

We offer traditional techniques for concrete refurbishment alongside modern technologies such as carbon Fiber reinforced polymers and corrosion inhibitors. Such intervention can give structures a new lease of life ensuring safety, ongoing operation and sustainability. Preventing and reducing corrosion, repairing concrete and cracks, our solutions are formulated to be able to create or restore the bridge to its former strength and improve durability, and aesthetics.

Our waterproofing and protection systems for bridges

The bridge decks, the joints, the reinforced concrete structures all need the right protection to increase the durability of the structure. Don't forget to check out our local portfolio!

Waterproofing onshore and land-based fish farming concrete tanks

Understanding the fish farming business is important to be able to provide the right solution. Our experts are familiar with the high hygiene and quality standards for surfaces in the food sector, as well as the stresses caused by mechanical, climatic or chemical influences. The demands of the fish farm industry are extreme, and the many requirements together must create a natural environment for the cultivation of healthy fish. Our certified waterproofing solution for concrete fish farm tanks ensures first and foremost safe and efficient operations by waterproofing and protecting the concrete structures against leaks and degradation. The spray-applied polyurea waterproofing system MasterSeal 689 creating a seamless and smooth surface which does not damage or hurt the fish. The surface is also certified for contact with drinking water ensuring that it does not contaminate the water.

Our range of durable, proven and certified solutions also covers solutions for roofs and functional floors, loading areas and other parts of the industrial plant. Our waterproofing and protective systems keeps professionals on the safe side: Unnecessary risks are avoided, downtimes are minimized, and the highest requirements are fulfilled.

Our solution for waterproofing fish farm concrete tanks, floors, roofs and loading areas

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