This document provides guidance on the selection and application of materials
and methods for the repair, protection, and strengthening of concrete
structures. An overview of materials and methods is presented as a guide for
making a selection for a particular application. References are provided for
obtaining in-depth information on the selected materials or methods. 53 pp.
ACI 546R-04 - Concrete Repair Guide - Table of Contents:
- Introduction
- Use of this document
- Definitions
- Repair methodology
- Design considerations
- Format and organization
- Concrete removal, preparation, and repair techniques
- Introduction and general considerations
- Concrete removal
- Surface preparation
- Reinforcement repair
- Anchorage methods and materials
- Materials placement for various repair techniques
- Bonding methods
- Repair materials
- Introduction
- Cementitious materials
- Polymer materials
- Bonding materials
- Coatings on reinforcement
- Reinforcement
- Material selection
- Protective systems
- Introduction and selection factors
- Concrete surface preparation and installation requirements
- Typical selection problems
- Systems concept
- Surface treatments
- Joint sealants
- Cathodic protection
- Chloride extraction
- Realkalization
- Strengthening techniques
- General
- Internal structural repair (restoration to original member strength)
- Interior reinforcement
- Exterior reinforcement (encased and exposed)
- Exterior post-tensioning
- Jackets and collars
- Supplemental members
- Repair of concrete columns
- Column repair parameters
- References
- Referenced standards and reports
- Cited references
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