CONSOLIDATIONSTHROUGH THE USE OF CARBON FIBERS

The consolidation of new buildings cannot be separated from the use of the carbon fiber. The reasons for choosing this type of intervention can be various and of different nature. Thanks to the carbon fibers, the structural elements, whether they are damaged by atmospheric agents (deterioration of the concrete and iron elements due to moisture and rust) or seismic events (damage to the beam-pillar hub or more frequent damages to the pillars).Finally , this technique is chosen even to adapt the building to the latest seismic standards. The technique: we proceed conducting surveys and tests on the reinforced concrete structure in order to perform a structural analysis and highlight deficiencies. Subsequently, the structural elements, identified with bands of carbon fibers and specific resins, are reinforced. The end result will be a stiffening calculated on the entire structure so as to improve the response to seismic events.