FOX CARBOND® PLATE is a high tensile strength carbon fibre reinforced polymer plate developed for structural strengthening projects, used to increase the load-bearing capacity of reinforced concrete, steel and timber structural elements.
Product Description
FOX CARBOND® PLATE is a carbon fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) plate specially developed for structural strengthening projects. It is used to increase the load-bearing capacity of reinforced concrete beams and slabs, as well as steel and timber structural elements. With an elastic modulus of 165,000 N/mm² and a tensile strength of 3,000 N/mm², it offers outstanding mechanical properties. Available in thicknesses of 1.2–1.4 mm and widths of 50–100 mm to suit different project requirements. It is applied by bonding with FOX CARBOND® PLATE ADHESIVE; the surface must be primed with FOX CARBOND® PRIMER before application. On surfaces likely to be exposed to sunlight, protection must be provided with FOX EPOTHANE® PRIMER and FOX BASEMOR FC205.
Key Benefits
- Thanks to its high tensile strength (3,000 N/mm²), the load-bearing capacity of structural elements is effectively increased.
- Its lightweight nature adds no extra load to the existing structure and ensures ease of application.
- Strengthening of structures such as bridges and viaducts can be carried out without the need to close them to traffic.
- In industrial facilities, strengthening can be performed with partial arrangements without interrupting production.
- Applied much faster and more easily compared to steel or reinforced concrete jacketing systems.
- Optimises project costs as an economical structural strengthening solution.
Advantages
- Applied much faster and more easily than steel or reinforced concrete jacketing systems.
- Due to their lightweight nature, they add no extra load to the structure.
- Strengthening of structures such as bridges and viaducts does not require closure to traffic.
- In the strengthening of industrial facilities, the structure may remain operational with partial arrangements.
- It is an economical solution.
- They have high tensile strength.
- They provide an increase in load-bearing capacity.
Usage Areas
- Flexural and shear strengthening of reinforced concrete beams
- Flexural strengthening of reinforced concrete slabs
- Limiting deflection in beams and slabs with deflection problems
- Increasing the ductility of beams
- Against cross-section losses and corner cracks in hollow-core slabs
- Flexural strengthening of timber beams
- Resisting vibration-induced stresses in slabs subject to vibration
Application Steps
- 1
Surface Preparation
The surfaces to be treated must be sound, dry, load-bearing, dust-free and clean. The surface must be thoroughly cleaned of all oil, grease, rust and paraffin residues that could impair adhesion. Surface defects must be repaired with structural repair mortars. The application surface must be primed with FOX CARBOND® PRIMER. Prior to application, the plate must be cut to the dimensions specified in the project.
- 2
Adhesive Application
FOX CARBOND® PLATE ADHESIVE must be applied with a spatula to the smooth surfaces of the fibre polymer plate to achieve a thickness of 1–1.5 mm. At the same time, FOX CARBOND® PLATE ADHESIVE must also be applied with a spatula to the primed surface to the same thickness of 1–1.5 mm.
- 3
Plate Installation
The carbon polymer plates are placed with a slight tension in the direction of the fibres, ensuring no air voids remain beneath them. The carbon plates are then pressed with a roller in the direction of the fibres to ensure full contact with the surface, leaving no gaps.
- 4
Protection Against Sunlight (Where Required)
In areas requiring protection from sunlight, FOX EPOTHANE® PRIMER should be sanded and then covered with FOX BASEMOR FC205 repair mortar.
- 5
Tool Cleaning
After application, tools and equipment used must be cleaned immediately with solvent.
Critical
FOX CARBOND systems must be applied by specialist applicators.
Important
Care must be taken to prepare only as much material as can be used within the working time.
Critical
The surfaces to be treated must be sound, dry, load-bearing, dust-free and clean. The surface must be thoroughly cleaned of all oil, grease, rust and paraffin residues that could impair adhesion.
Important
In areas requiring protection from sunlight, FOX EPOTHANE® PRIMER should be sanded and then covered with FOX BASEMOR FC205 repair mortar.
Important
After application, tools and equipment used must be cleaned immediately with solvent.
Important
Must be stored correctly at room temperature, away from direct sunlight, between +5°C and +30°C.
Important
Must be stored in its original unopened packaging, in a cool and dry environment, protected from frost. For short-term storage, a maximum of 3 pallets may be stacked and shipment must follow a first-in first-out system. For long-term storage, pallets must not be stacked on top of each other.
Critical
Approaching storage and application areas with open flame is dangerous. Storage and application areas must be ventilated.
Important
During application, appropriate work clothing, protective gloves, goggles and a mask must be worn in accordance with occupational health and safety regulations.
Critical
During storage and application, contact with skin and eyes must be avoided; in case of contact, wash immediately with plenty of water and soap; if swallowed, seek medical attention immediately.
Important
Food and beverages must not be brought into application areas. Must be stored out of reach of children.
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