Lightweight structural strengthening for industrial, utility & energy sites
Bunney’s Inc. designs and installs carbon-fiber–reinforced polymer (CFRP) systems that add high tensile capacity without adding weight—ideal for fast, low-disruption upgrades across Arizona’s harsh UV, heat, and dust conditions.
New to Bunney’s? Learn who we are and explore our capabilities.
Why Bunney’s Inc.
-
Desert-proven specs: UV-stable resins and protective topcoats for thermal cycling and sun exposure.
-
Fast installs, minimal downtime: Surface prep, layup, and cure planned around operations.
-
Engineering-led approach: Calculations, submittals, and QA docs aligned with industry standards.
-
End-to-end delivery: Assessment → design → install → testing → maintenance plan.
What carbon fiber support is
CFRP wraps, laminates, and anchors bond to existing members (concrete, masonry, steel) to increase capacity in flexure, shear, confinement, and seismic ductility—without heavy steel or extensive demolition.
Where it fits
-
Beams & girders: Shear and flexural strengthening under higher process loads.
-
Columns & piers: Confinement/jacketing for seismic or impact resistance.
-
Walls, slabs & decks: Punching-shear and span upgrades; opening relocations.
-
Tanks, stacks & ducts: External reinforcement and crack control.
-
Pipe racks & supports: Corrosion-resistant capacity gains with limited access.
Benefits of CFRP vs. traditional methods
-
Exceptional strength-to-weight: High tensile capacity with negligible dead load.
-
Corrosion resistant: Non-metallic; ideal for wet or chemical areas.
-
Speed: Rapid installation and cure shrink outage windows.
-
Clean retrofit: Minimal demolition; keeps adjacent systems in service.
-
Long-term value: Extended service life and reduced maintenance.
Our process
-
Assessment & testing – field review, NDT where needed, and material compatibility checks.
-
Design & submittals – strengthening goals, fiber orientation/ply schedule, and detailing.
-
Surface prep – grind/repair, moisture control, primer/putty to achieve bond.
-
Install – wet-layup or pre-cured laminates; anchors where required.
-
QA/QC – pull-off tests, cure verification, DFT/coverage logs, photo documentation.
-
Protection & turnover – UV topcoat (as needed), O&M guidance, warranty.
Built for Arizona conditions
-
Heat & UV: Select resins with elevated glass-transition temperatures and UV-stable topcoats.
-
Dust & monsoon cycles: Strict cleanliness, moisture control, and cure protection plans.
-
Outdoor longevity: Detailing for thermal movement and edge sealing to keep bonds protected.
Deliverables you receive
-
Strengthening calculations and stamped drawings (when required)
-
Installation and inspection checklists
-
Test results (adhesion, cure) and final photo report
-
Care/maintenance recommendations for long-term performance
Ready to plan your project? Get a site walk and budgetary estimate from our paving team.
Helpful links
-
Plan adjacent flatwork with Concrete Flatwork
-
Fix cracking or settlement with Concrete Repairs
-
Coordinate curb ramps and approaches via Sidewalk Construction
-
Ask about ongoing Facility Maintenance for inspections and resealing
-
Ready to build? Contact us
FAQs
What can carbon fiber (CFRP) reinforce?
Beams, slabs, columns, walls, tanks, stacks, and pipe supports—on concrete, masonry, and select steel members.
Will production need to stop during installation?
Not necessarily. CFRP can often be installed in phased areas or low-load windows to limit downtime.
How does CFRP hold up in Arizona’s heat and UV?
We specify high-Tg, UV-stable systems with protective topcoats, so they perform in high temperatures, sun exposure, and thermal cycling.
Can CFRP be used on cracked or deteriorated concrete?
Yes—after repairing the substrate (crack injection, patching) and proper surface prep. CFRP relies on a sound bond to the base material.
Is CFRP code-accepted and engineerable?
Yes. Designs are based on established guidelines and delivered with calculations and stamped drawings when required.
How do you verify quality after install?
Adhesion pull-off tests, cure checks, thickness/coverage logs, and photo documentation are provided with the closeout package.
