Deterioration of concrete may happen due to corrosion, structural damage, water infiltration, freeze and thaw cycles, seismic activity, reactive aggregates etc. Years of research plus decades of practical experience have enabled Sika to develop a fully comprehensive solution to restore and rehabilitate concrete structures. Sika customer advice and support is second to none, from concept to successful completion on site. This is all based on more than 100 years of experience on large and small projects all over the world.
With
84 awards
in 16 years, Sika is the company with the most concrete repair projects awarded worldwide.
Sika has extensive experience and expertise in all aspects of concrete repair and protection, with documented project references dating back to the
1920’s.
Reinforced concrete structures are built to last. Most bridges are now designed to last
100-150
years.
Key Causes of Concrete Failure
Deterioration of concrete is largely due to:
- Chemical degradation
- Corrosion of the reinforcement steel
- Mechanical attack
- Physical damage
Underlying contributors to deterioration:
- Poor construction
- Lack of maintenance
- Design faults