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Concrete repair strategies: The need for a European norm

Concrete repair strategies

There can be many causes of deterioration in a concrete structure. Concrete repair is a specialist activity requiring fully trained and competent personnel at all stages of the process. Up until now there has been no common European Standard in this field. Often simple “patch and paint” strategies have been employed as short term cosmetic repairs which have failed to address the root cause of the problem and have, as a result, often failed to meet clients’ expectations.

The need for a European norm

Unsatisfactory understanding and diagnosis of concrete deterioration, incorrect repair specifications and the wrong choice of repair products/techniques have lead to dissatisfaction from building owners, and the creation of a European norm.

The new European norm EN 1504 will standardize repair activities and provide an improved framework for achieving successful, durable repairs, and, satisfied clients.

Importantly, the norm (date of full harmonisation: 31.12.2008) deals with ALL aspects of the repair process including:

  • definitions and repair principles
  • the need for accurate diagnosis of causes before specification of the repair method
  • detailed understanding of the needs of the client
  • product performance requirements, test methods, material production control and evaluation of conformity
  • site application methods and quality control of works

Accurate diagnosis and integrated solutions to meet clients' needs - a simple recipe for success!

 

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