FRCM and CRM Strengthening Systems for Buildings of Monumental Interest
FRCM and CRM structural strengthening systems represent a highly effective solution to ensure structural consolidation interventions fully compatible with the reversibility criteria required for works carried out on the Italian cultural heritage.
In recent years, structural strengthening and seismic improvement of existing buildings within the Italian cultural heritage context have seen increasing use of FRCM and CRM systems.
In addition to ensuring the reversibility of interventions, these strengthening systems are characterized by numerous important properties, including:
- High breathability
- Compatibility with masonry substrates
- Compatibility with lime-based finishing cycles
- High durability
- Reduced maintenance costs over time
- Ease of handling on site
- Lightweight
- Low invasiveness
- Fire resistance
Many of the characteristics listed above, in addition to depending on the fibrous component of the reinforcement, also depend on the mortar used for the strengthening systems.
The possibility of choosing from a wide range of structural mortars allows designers to optimize their intervention according to the specific characteristics of the structure involved.
Restoration Works
A structural strengthening and seismic improvement intervention carried out as part of a conservative restoration must ensure compliance with the principle of reversibility.
With regard to the works to be carried out and the objectives to be achieved through these interventions, in addition to all national regulations in force, compliance with CEI - UNI - CNR standards is required.
