Preventing Future Cracks: Maintenance Tips Post-Repair
Concrete is the backbone of industrial infrastructure but even the strongest materials can wear out over time especially in high traffic areas. While repairs are inevitable, proper post repair maintenance can extend the life of your concrete and prevent future problems. KwikBond’s industrial concrete repair products offer solutions that not only fix the damage but also maintain those fixes long term.
The Inevitability of Concrete Cracks in High Traffic Areas
As a facility manager you ask yourself once a repair is made how long until cracks appear again? In high traffic areas the stress on concrete from use and environmental conditions can cause cracks to reappear if not maintained. Addressing these issues proactively is key to extending the life of the repair and the structural integrity of your facilities.
Why Cracks Reappear: The Problem
Several things cause cracks to come back:
- Too much use: Traffic wears the concrete out.
- Environmental Conditions:Temperature and moisture changes cause the concrete to expand and contract and the repair to fail over time.
- Poor Initial Repairs: Using cheap materials or bad repair methods don’t fix the problem, just creates another one.
Don’t ignore these and you’ll have decreased safety, reduced looks and higher maintenance costs for more repairs.
Recurring Cracks are a Problem
Seeing concrete you repaired crack again is not just an annoyance—it’s a cost and a risk. Recurring cracks can shut down a facility and create safety hazards. That’s why maintenance and protection of concrete surfaces is key.
KwikBond Concrete Repair Products
KwikBond delivers a comprehensive range of concrete repair products engineered for strength and longevity. To provide maximum durability, these products are designed to bond well with existing concrete, resist environmental degradation, and heavy traffic.
- KwikBond adhesives provide superior bonding, along with flexibility and resistance to abrasion. These properties provide better durability and support the environment as well as improve mechanical property.
- These reduce the necessity for repetitive maintenance by improving the durability of repairs, conserving time and resources.
- The potential for substantial long-term cost savings, increased safety, and an overall greater attractiveness of the concrete surfaces advantages any facility.
How to Care for Your Concrete Repairs
- Maintain Regular Inspections: Schedule regular inspections to catch new or widening cracks early in the developing process.
- Follow Correct Cleaning Procedures:Ensure that the surfaces are free from chemicals, oil, and other debris as they will break down the concrete.
- Protective Coatings:It is also beneficial to apply protective coatings that help the concrete survive environmental damage and heavy usage.
Get the Products You Need to Repair Concrete
Don’t allow the hairline fractures to develop into crevasses. Take a fresh look at your maintenance protocols and add KwikBond to integrate our concrete repair & maintenance products into yours.
Contact us at KwikBond for a consultation to find out how our products can be used in your application and prevent any future issues.
Contact us today at (631) 298-6300.
Capital Industries, Inc. is a leading supplier of commercial and industrial concrete repair products. For over 30 years, we have proudly serviced contractors, factories, warehouses and distribution centers for industrial, institutional and commercial customers. We carry a full range of concrete repair materials, including those specifically designed for low temperature areas such as freezers and coolers. Our floor repair products are rapid hardening, allowing you to reopen repaired areas with minimal downtime. All of our products are designed to be used by in-house maintenance personnel and come with an ironclad 100% guarantee of satisfaction.