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Composite Strengthening
Steel is one of the strongest building materials on the market. Normally we would think that there is no problem using steel in construction because steel is built to last. However, there are many different factors in construction that engineers have to take into account. One such factor is flexibility. As the old saying goes “what doesn’t bend will break” and it is also true of structures. To enhance the value, stability, flexibility of your Anchorage, Wasilla & Fairbanks structure the answer is upgrading with composite strengthening.
Composite strengthening uses Fiber-reinforced plastics/polymers (FRP) usually applied to concrete, masonry, steel or wood. There are many different types of materials but essentially it is a mix of fibers (often carbon fibers) and resin (to adhere the fibers). This idea actually comes from the understanding of the properties of wood which is basically a natural FRP, where the wood fibers are held together by pressure and resin.
Composite strengthening provides many benefits for the commercial buildings of Anchorage, Wasilla & Fairbanks:
- Strengthening of pre-existing structures for load carrying purposes
- Easy to apply techniques to allow for quick installation
- Many different composites for different needs
- Adds flexibility, possibly up to 7 times more
- A relatively thin material, adds very little bulk
- Easy to handle and marginal dead load
- High tensile strength
- Does not rust
C.R.S.. also offers mobile powder coating. This is a new technology which has all the benefits of the old powder coating systems without the issue of having to bring the pieces to a powder coating facility. This coating can be applied to pretty much different surfaces. Rule of thumb; if it is a structural material and needs to be protected from the elements, then it can be powder coated. It comes in a variety of colors and protects against erosion, hazardous chemicals, water microorganisms, corrosion and rust. And that isn’t even its greatest advantage. If a surface is properly cleaned and pretreated then a powder coating can potentially last forever. C.R.S.. will be more than happy to inform you on the light regular maintenance required to keep your powder coated surface
For more information on how investing in composite strengthening can enhance the stability and increase the property value of your Anchorage, Wasilla or Fairbanks commercial property please contact us via phone or email.
C.R.S.: Rebuilding your investment with strength
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