Such uses include increasing the load capacity of existing structures (such as existing parking garages) that were designed to tolerate far lower service loads. Other uses include seismic retrofitting, and repair of damaged concrete structures or strengthen concrete structures that have lost reinforcing steel mass due to corrosion and concrete deterioration.

Retrofitting with CFRP in many instances can be a cost effective method of structural concrete strengthening. Designed to meet critical requirements for strength and durability, Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) offer innovative solutions for structural upgrading, repair and protection.

The advantage of CFRP over steel as a reinforcing material are due to many benefits which include:

Light weight

Non-corrosive

Very high tensile strength

Available at any length