MBrace® Laminates
MBrace S&P Laminates are high strength carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) plates used to strengthen existing structural members. Similar to bonding steel plates onto a structure, MBrace S&P Laminates provide additional reinforcement that strengthens and stiffens existing structures. Unlike steel plates, however, MBrace S&P Laminates are lightweight, easy to install, and will not corrode. MBrace S&P Laminates can be used in surface mounted applications, where the laminate is bonded onto the surface of a structural member, or near surface mounted (NSM) applications, where the laminated is installed in shallow grooves cut into the existing structural member. Depending on the application, the laminate is bonded using an epoxy resin specifically suited for the installation. The result is an externally bonded reinforcement system that offers outstanding long term physical and mechanical properties.
Features
- Cost effective repair
- High strength to weight ratio
- Will not corrode
- Easy installation
- Low aesthetic impact
Benefits
- MBrace systems offer an alternative to traditional supplemental strengthening methods by reducing installed costs to the owner
- Can add significant strength to a structure without adding significant dead load
- Offers an extremely durable repair even in exterior applications
- Can be installed quickly, even in areas of limited access
- Easy to conceal, will not significantly change existing member dimensions, will form around complex surfaces