Structural Crack Repair
Repair Foundation Structural Cracks using Carbon Fiber Staples
Structural cracks in concrete are caused by movement in the foundation, thus resulting in long-term creeping and fatiguing of concrete. Crack repair by injection alone may not be a permanent solution. Epoxy injection in structural crack repair is a suitable first phase, yet a second phase may be necessary. The repair process must be made permanent by addressing movement.
The use of Carbon Fiber Countersunk Staples provides the necessary reinforcement. By cross-stitching with Countersunk Staples within the foundation crack area, creep and fatigue is eliminated and improves long-term performance of repair material.
Carbon fiber has proven to be a safer and more effective product for structural reinforcement than steel. Countersunk Staples, when installed, lay flat against the foundation, leaving the wall with no obstruction and ready to paint. Countersunk staples will not rust or deteriorate.
There are many reasons a concrete foundation wall will crack, some of the most common reasons are:
- Soil pressure on the wall
- Thermal changes in soil and concrete
- Settling of footing
- Uneven loading of structure
- Drying and shrinkage
- Soil shrinkage in the dry season
By applying Countersunk Staples across the face of the foundation crack, the load is distributed away from the glue line to the portion of the concrete that is not cracked. This prevents fatigue and re-cracking at the injection glue line.
With Countersunk Staples installed, which takes only a few minutes, you can be confident the foundation crack will not re-occur and the repair will last the life of your home. The foundation wall is permanently stabilized in the area of the crack.
Countersunk Staples are available in Emecole's Carbon Fiber Reinforcement Staple Kits, listed below.
Carbon Fiber Staple Single Kit
- Eight staples
- One epoxy tubeset of Emecole 4121
- Two green sulzer mixers
- One Nut
- One Spatula
- Two pair of gloves
Carbon Fiber Staple Triple Kit
- Twenty-four staples
- Two epoxy tubesets of Emecole 4121
- Six green sulzer mixers
- Two nuts
- Two spatulas
- Six pairs of gloves
Recommended Tools for Installation
- Bosch 1775E Dustless Shroud Crack Chaser:
Available at BoschTools.com
- The 5" X .500 tuck pointing wheel can be purchase from:
Tecnomel International Corp.
Newport Beach, CA
888-722-6945
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