“Increasing Integration of Advanced Materials and Smart Technologies”
- The global concrete repair mortars market is experiencing a notable trend toward the integration of advanced materials and smart technologies
- Innovations such as self-healing concrete, incorporating limestone-producing bacteria, are being developed to automatically fill cracks up to 0.08 mm, reducing the need for traditional repair mortars
- Polymer-modified cementitious (PMC) mortars are gaining traction due to their enhanced durability, flexibility, and resistance to environmental factors, making them ideal for a wide range of structural and non-structural repairs
- Smart technologies, such as sensors embedded in repair mortars, enable real-time monitoring of structural health, detecting stress or cracks early to facilitate proactive maintenance
- For instance, companies are developing eco-friendly, rapid-curing mortars with low volatile organic compounds (VOCs) to meet sustainability demands and reduce downtime in infrastructure projects
- These advancements enhance the performance and lifespan of repaired structures, making concrete repair mortars more appealing to infrastructure developers and building managers
