Title:
Structural Synthetic Fiber-Reinforced Concrete
Author(s):
Vladimir Chernov, Haim Zlotnikov, and Michael Shandalov
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
28
Issue:
8
Appears on pages(s):
56-61
Keywords:
corrosion; fiber-reinforced concrete; repair; self-consolidating concrete; structural synthetic fiber
DOI:
Date:
8/1/2006
Abstract:
This article discusses the application of structural synthetic fibers for repair of marine structures in the ports of Israel. The projects included splash zone encapsulation of steel piles, concrete cap extension for corrosion protection of steel sheet piles, and replacement of portions of concrete of crane beams to improve their impact resistance. Because installation of conventional reinforcement in the restricted areas typical of construction in an active marine wharf is very difficult, the elimination of the reinforcing cage through the use of these fibers resulted in significant cost savings and improved constructibility, while eliminating the possibility of reinforcement corrosion. The results of tests on the performance of several types of fibers are also reported.