Repairing Foundation Structural Cracks using Carbon Fiber Staples
Structural cracks in concrete are caused by movement in the foundation, thus resulting long-term creeping and fatiguing of the concrete. Crack repair by injection alone may not be a permanent solution. Epoxy injection in structural 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-stiching crack repair with Countersunk Staples, 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 wall, 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
Thremal changes in soil and concrete
Settling of footing
Uneven load of structure
Drying and shrinkage
Soil shrinkage in the dry season
By applying Countersunk Staples across the face of the 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 you can be confident the crack will not re-occur and the repair will last the life of your home. The wall is permanently stabilized in the area of the crack.
