Increased concrete performance with Sika’s reinforcing fibers. Urban construction requires high-strength concrete and reinforcement solution for demanding projects like highrise buildings or infrastructure projects. The concrete has to withstand high pressures. In recent years, Sika has expanded its presence in the fast-growing concrete reinforcing fiber market, with several acquisitions and investments in new production lines.
Concrete Reinforcing Fibers Key Facts
Key Causes of Concrete Failure and Ways to Fix It
Deterioration of concrete is largely due to:
Chemical degradation, e.g. chemical exposure, alkali aggregate reactions, bacterial action
Corrosion of the reinforcement steel, e.g. carbonation, chlorides, stray electrical current
Mechanical attack, e.g. impact, overloading, movement, earthquake, explosion
Physical damage, e.g. freeze/thaw action, thermal movements, shrinkage, abrasion, wear
Underlying contributors, e.g. poor construction, design faults, lack of maintenance
Reasons for concrete repair:
Replace defective concrete
Restore structural integrity
Restore aesthetic appearance
Restore geometric appearance
Restore durability
