Fiber-Reinforced Cementitious Matrix (FRCM)

Fiber-reinforced cementitious matrix (FRCM), also called textile-reinforced mortar (TRM), is a thin structural layer which combines specially designed mortar with carbon or glass fiber grid reinforcement. It is an economical solution exceptionally suitable for repair and strengthening of historical structures.

FRCM Systems Have Many Advantages

Men installing FRCM with mortar on ceiling

Quick and easy installation requires less preparation than traditional FRP strengthening and also ensures minimal downtime
Cost-effective solution compared to traditional concrete strengthening
Does not add significant weight or mass to the structure, which makes it ideal for historical buildings and structures
Outstanding performance for strengthening irregularly-shaped structures and substrates

Sika’s FRCM Systems Come in Two Types

1. Carbon Fiber Grid Reinforcement

Carbon Grid Reinforcement with Sika CarboDur Grid

A patented carbon-fiber grid embedded in a specially designed repair mortar for the reinforcement of concrete or masonry structures.

Features:

Reinforcement of structures in damp environment and up to 80 °C (176 °F)
Enhancement of tensile strength in two directions (bidirectional)
Easy and fast to handle and to apply, less waiting time after concrete repair
No UV protection required
Better behavior in case of fire

2. AR Glass Fiber Grid Reinforcement

Illustration of trowel application of mortar on carbon grid reinforcement FRCM on masonry wall

Alkali-resistant glass fiber grid embedded in a specially designed repair mortar for the reinforcement of masonry structures.

Features:

Suitable for reinforcement of all types of solid masonry (bricks, tuff, natural stones, etc.)
Suitable for high service temperatures
Moisture-tolerant
Based on structural design guideline CNR DT-215
Tested according to Italian guideline D.CS LL.PP. n.1/19

Free Sika FRCM Software

Free calculation tool for design of FRCM reinforcement systems on concrete and masonry
With Sika FRCM Concrete Software, it's possible to design:
-Shear strengthening of reinforced concrete (RC) section
-Flexural strengthening of reinforced concrete (RC) section
-Confinement of a concrete column
With Sika FRCM Masonry Software, it's possible to design:
-Shear strengthening of a wall
-Flexural strengthening of a wall in-plane and out-of-plane
-Confinement of a masonry column
Includes numerous options and many languages implemented, making it a useful tool for a large number of structural reinforcement projects
Complex calculations in minimum time
Updated on a regular basis
User-friendly interface

Register to download the new Sika FRCM Software

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