Types of Pile Repair Systems
Concrete piles or wooden piles that support marine structures at port authority locations and loading terminals will need structural repair at some time. PILECAP Inc. understands the damage caused by stress overload, impact into structures by ocean transport vessels, tugs and barges; exposing reinforcement, causing corrosion scouring of the concrete substrate. Tide level changes in the splash zone where cyclic wetting and drying amplifies the corrosion rate. Corrosion of reinforcement causes concrete spalls. Timber piles can show evidence of marine borer worms causing deterioration to piling and major damage to the designed wood pier structure. Our experienced marine diving teams have the knowledge to repair, secure and extend the designed service life for more durable, longer service life of marine structure with our pile repair services. Steel Pile Repair Sealers, coating systems that allow for the out gassing of moisture while preventing moisture to penetrate th...