Extending the lifespan of aging concrete bridges and viaducts with recycled plastic formwork
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Aging bridge and viaduct structures are showing widespread concrete deterioration.
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Structural degradation leads to safety risks, reduced load capacity, and potential failure.
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Geoplast’s recycled plastic formwork enables column jacketing by casting new concrete reinforcement layers.
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Aging bridges and viaducts are facing widespread concrete deterioration
Many bridges and viaducts constructed during the post-WWII reconstruction period are now showing signs of advanced aging.
Continuous exposure of concrete to temperature changes, moisture, and heavy traffic loads accelerates the deterioration of key structural elements.
The risk of failure is rising in aging structures
Cracks and reinforcement corrosion in aging bridges and viaducts are increasing. This gradually reduces load-bearing capacity and durability, creating a growing risk for users and traffic.
In some cases, damage becomes localized but can rapidly expand. If action is not taken on time, these conditions can lead to partial or even total failure of the structure.
Concrete column jacketing with Geoplast formwork solutions
Geoplast’s formwork products enable efficient jacketing solutions for damaged columns of bridges and viaducts. This method allows new concrete reinforcement layers to be cast around existing structural elements, extending their lifespan.
Made from recycled plastic, Geopanel Star, Geotub, and Geotub Panel are designed to adapt to different geometries and site conditions for precise results.
Contact us to bring old structures back to life.