Transco now offers an economical turnkey solution for deteriorating concrete or steel structures in operating power and process plants. Its new HJ3 carbon fiber structural reinforcement products are engineered to repair damage, enhance structural performance and provide corrosion protection—all with minimal down time and less expense than alternative repairs.

What is Carbon fiber?
Woven from glass and Fiber Reinforced Polymers, HJ3 carbon fiber is a strong, lightweight, corrosion-resistant fabric that delivers structural strength to almost any substrate. It is five times stronger than steel and has a proven track record of success in a wide range range of nuclear and other structural applications.

HJ3 carbon fiber conforms to any shape increasing flex and sheer capacity along with compression strength to overcome heavy loads. And its waterproof membrane helps protect against corrosion. Despite its obvious benefits, HJ3 carbon fiber delivers a 30% cost-savings over other repairs.

APPLICATIONS:

Corroded Steel Pipe Repair
Typically, repairs to steel pipe involve significant downtime because of the need for excavation and heavy equipment. Transco can quickly perform internal or external repairs using HJ3 carbon fiber without excavation, returning the pipe to its original value.

Pre-stressed Concrete Pipe Repair
For damaged pipes below grade with limited access, HJ3 carbon fiber provides a viable alternative to pipe replacement. It’s easy to install both internally and externally, with minimal disruption, noise, and downtime.

Strengthening of Interior Block Walls
In order to meet compliance requirements for loads caused by tornadoes, earthquakes, transformer explosions and high energy line breaks, HJ3 carbon fiber can be used to reinforce interior block walls against natural and accidental disasters.

Blast Protection
As new security threats emerge, existing facilities are looking for cost-effective ways to enhance structural safety. Rather than adding bulky supports and sand bags, many are turning to the benefits of carbon fiber. Its greater blast resistance, reduced debris hazard and easy, economical retrofit make it an excellent choice for mitigating blasts.