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HCSC (Hybrid Composite Synthetic Concrete) — Our Most Resilient Polymer Concrete

In the realm of bridge construction, where durability, strength, and efficiency are paramount, innovation is the cornerstone of progress. Enter HCSC (Hybrid Composite Synthetic Concrete) by Kwik Bond Polymers—the highest wear-resistant polymer concrete materials. Designed to meet the unique demands of bridge construction, HCSC offers unparalleled performance and versatility across a range of applications, from precast closure pours to composite deck stiffening overlays and beyond.
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SIKA Acquires Infrastructure Refurbishment Company in the United States

Sika has acquired Kwik Bond Polymers, LLC (KBP), a manufacturer of polymer systems for the refurbishment of concrete infrastructure. For over 30 years, KBP has focused on the refurbishment of bridge decks and has established an impressive track record in signature projects across the USA. The business perfectly complements Sika’s high value-added systems for refurbishment of concrete structures.
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Navigating Challenges in Pacific Northwest Bridge Rehabilitation

​As the Pacific Northwest grapples with an aging bridge inventory, the need for comprehensive and strategic rehabilitation becomes increasingly evident. The region’s harsh weather conditions, aggressive winter treatments, and structural fatigue pose formidable challenges to maintaining bridge integrity. The exposure to chlorides, moisture, and oxygen accelerates corrosion, creating an urgent need for effective rehabilitation strategies.

San Francisco Oakland Bay Bridge – West Suspension Span

In 2006 Kwik Bond Polymers was selected to supply our polyester concrete overlay to a complex and critical project to rehabilitate the deck of the San Francisco Oakland Bay Bridge. The overlay is now 15 years old and still fully effective, showing no major distress.

Bridge Deck Patching Recommendations

We often get asked about deck repair (patching) materials during design as well as the pre-construction phase of a project. We see a wide array of successes and failures related to patching work performed ahead of an overlay, and are glad to share our suggestions for best practices.

PennDOT Rapid Bridge Replacement

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has one of the largest inventories of bridges in the country. It is also among the oldest inventories. In an effort to improve their bridges more quickly than the typical design-bid-build process allows, PennDOT embarked on a revolutionary path to replace many of their structurally deficient bridges in a shorter time. They released an RFP to replace 558 bridges under a single Public Private Partnership (P3) contract which would design, build, finance, and maintain these bridges for a period of 25 years. The P3 delivery system had been made an option in PA after new legislation passed in 2012.

Roads and Bridges “The Awards Issue”

The November/December 2020 issue of Roads & Bridges, is “The Awards Issue”. Kwik Bond Polymers is proud to be involved with two of the recognized top ten bridge projects!

Effectiveness of Kwik Bond High Molecular Weight Methacrylate (HMWM) at restoring structural stiffness to a concrete bridge deck

High Molecular Weight Methacrylate (HMWM) concrete sealer is a commonly specified material for filling cracks and eliminating porosity in the surface of concrete bridge decks. While the effectiveness of this material is generally proven for these goals, there is another benefit that sometimes goes unrecognized. Some HMWM is able to improve the stiffness of a concrete deck that has suffered from cracking.

Polymer Overlay Types 101

When first exposed to polymer bridge deck overlays, owners and designers often think one of two ways: there are so many, how do I decide, or polymers are all the same. Yes, there are different types of polymer overlays, a basic understanding of the different types and where/how they can be expected to succeed can help lead to more overall success. As for the other perception, polymer overlays are not all the same, and treating them as such will not lead to a quality outcome.