SHEAR REINFORCEMENT.

CL RESTRAP.

Carbo-Link’s shear reinforcement solution - CL RESTRAP - is a flexible CFRP tension member made up of continuous unidirectional, toughened carbon tapes forming a CFRP strap. Think of it like a CFRP ratchet strap. CL RESTRAP is an unbonded vertical prestressing tendon used to reinforce the shear capacity of concrete girders and beams.

The individual tape layers are not bonded to each allowing the CL RESTRAP to be wound around tight radii. Shear deformations resulting from any deflection are compensated for by displacements of the individual tapes relative to each other.

PRE-STRESSED SYSTEM.

Deliver shear reinforcement directly to the concrete, not after deformation.

Added value.

- No replacement or service requirements
- Industrialised production, cost competitive
- Simple, non-intrusive, manual installation
- Material properties will not degrade over time
- Desired tension maintained at all times
- Absolute reliance of structural integrity
- Low self weight = simple manual handling
- No machinery required = fast & effective pretension system
- Absolute minimal technical training required
- Wound around various structure shapes & sizes
- No need for absolute cleanliness or meticulous surface prep
- No curing time or temperature considerations
- Increase load bearing capacity of concrete
- Re-purpose existing buildings simply & effectively
- Bring structures inline with modern codes & regulations
- Tape thickness & tensioning system is very thin / narrow
- Non-intrusive integration in ceiling & floor heights
- Fire protection simply applied with mortar/concrete cover