CFRP strengthened continuous concrete beams 21-May-04 Reinforced concrete beams 8500 x 150 x 250 mm were strengthened with externally bonded carbon fibre-reinforced polymer ( CFRP ) and the strength measured under three-point-loading. Technical Brief.
Acceptance and monitoring of FRP-strengthened concrete structures 21-May-04 The key issues of the Concrete Society Technical Report 57 Strengthening Concrete Structures Using Fibre Composite Materials: Acceptance, Inspection and Monitoring are summarised. Topic.
European first 16-Apr-04 The design and construction of the first fibre-reinforced polymer ( FRP ) public highway bridge in Western Europe are described. Project.
Repair and maintenance of FRP structures 26-Mar-04 Maintenance, routine inspection and repair of fibre-reinforced components are briefly reviewed. Technical Brief.
Plastic revolution 27-Feb-04 The activities of American manufacturers in the development of composite and plastic decking, fencing, roofing, siding and framing are described. Topic.
TPO roofing membranes 30-Jan-04 ASTM have issued Standard 6878, a specification for thermoplastic polyolefin ( TPO )-based sheet roofing membranes. Product