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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....
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...
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...
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....
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...
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,...
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! The #1 top bridge project selected was Phase 2 of the Kosciuszko Bridge. Our PPC 1121...
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...
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...