Airports and Civil Engineering Applications
The fast curing and high performance of Roadware concrete repair products make them ideal for repairing critical infrastructure across a wide range of civil engineering environments. Roadware has a long history of pairing the right products for thousands of applications in roads, bridges, parking decks, airports, dams, and more — delivering repairs that restore structural integrity quickly, minimize costly downtime, and stand up to the most demanding conditions.
Built for the World’s Most Demanding Surfaces
Roadware concrete repair technology was originally engineered to meet one of the toughest challenges in infrastructure maintenance: repairing bomb-damaged runways for NATO. That heritage of performance under pressure has carried forward into every product Roadware makes today. Whether the surface carries aircraft, heavy vehicles, or foot traffic, Roadware products are formulated to get infrastructure back in service — fast.
Airport Applications
Airports operate around the clock, and every hour of runway, taxiway, or apron downtime has measurable operational and financial consequences. Roadware products are uniquely suited to airport environments because they cure in approximately 10 minutes at 72°F (22°C) — meaning aircraft, ground support vehicles, and personnel can return to repaired surfaces with minimal disruption.
Runways & Taxiways
Shrinkage cracks, spalls, and joint failures in runway and taxiway concrete pose serious Foreign Object Debris (FOD) hazards that can damage aircraft engines and compromise flight safety. Roadware 10 Minute Concrete Mender™ penetrates deep into cracks and micro-fissures through its proprietary Microdoweling™ technology — bonding fractured concrete back into a monolithic structure. Its ultra-low viscosity (approximately 8–9 cP) allows the material to flow completely through a crack before curing, eliminating voids that other repair materials miss. When mixed with silica sand at a 2:1 ratio, the repair achieves compressive strengths exceeding 4,500 psi, meeting or exceeding the structural demands of heavy aircraft operations.
Roadware products are fully compatible with Rapid Airfield Damage Repair (RADR) and Minimum Operating Strip (MOS) restoration protocols — making them a trusted choice for both commercial airport maintenance crews and military airfield engineering units. A crew of just 2–5 personnel can repair hundreds of linear feet of cracking per shift with minimal equipment.
Terminals & Parking Decks
Elevated terminal decks and airport parking structures are subject to constant vehicle loading, freeze-thaw cycling, and chemical exposure from de-icing agents. Roadware 10 Minute Concrete Mender™ has a proven track record repairing shrinkage cracks and spalls in these elevated concrete structures, with documented performance at major facilities confirming repairs remain structurally sound years after application. For cracks requiring a more flexible response to thermal movement, Roadware Flexible Cement II™ provides a semi-rigid repair that accommodates minor slab movement without re-cracking.
Hangars & Maintenance Facilities
Aircraft hangars and maintenance bays present unique challenges: heavy static and dynamic loads, fuel and hydraulic fluid exposure, and the need for safe, smooth floors. Roadware products resist chemical attack from common aviation fluids and cure quickly enough to maintain facility productivity. Hangar floor repairs have been completed at facilities ranging from commercial airline maintenance operations to U.S. military installations including Andrews Air Force Base (Hangar 19 — home of Air Force One), Patuxent Naval Air Station, Nellis Air Force Base, and Hill Air Force Base.
Global Airport Projects
Roadware products are trusted by airport operators around the world, including:
- Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) — The world’s busiest cargo gateway relies on Flexible Cement II™ to seal cracks near in-ground refueling ports and repair taxiway concrete in damp conditions.
- Milan-Malpensa Airport (MXP) — Crack repairs completed with Concrete Mender™ on active airport infrastructure.
- Pittsburgh International Airport — Concrete Mender™ was selected after competitive testing for its superior penetration depth and ease of application.
- Shanghai Airport Group, Colorado Springs Airport, Columbus Airport, Delta’s Hartsfield-Jackson maintenance facility, and Air Canada’s Toronto hangar, among many others.
Civil Engineering Applications
Roads & Highways
Concrete pavement on high-traffic roads is subject to relentless stress. Roadware products repair longitudinal, transverse, and diagonal cracks in pavement slabs — sealing out moisture that leads to subbase erosion and accelerated deterioration. Repairs cure fast enough to restore lanes to traffic with minimal impact to motorists.
Bridges & Elevated Structures
Bridge decks endure some of the most punishing conditions of any concrete surface — heavy loads, deicing salts, and constant vibration. Roadware 10 Minute Concrete Mender™ provides structural crack repair on bridge decks and approach slabs, restoring load transfer across cracks and preventing chloride ingress that accelerates rebar corrosion.
Parking Decks
Multi-level parking structures require concrete repair products that can be applied quickly between peak usage periods and that bond durably to existing concrete without lengthy preparation. Concrete Mender™ and Flexible Cement II™ address both functional and aesthetic concerns, with options for color-matched finishes using MatchCrete™ Clear for polished concrete surfaces.
Dams & Water Infrastructure
Concrete dams and water control structures demand repair materials that restore structural integrity in challenging environments, including damp surfaces and cold temperatures. Roadware polyurethanes can be applied in sub-freezing conditions (down to -20°F / -23°C), making them viable for maintenance operations that cannot wait for ideal weather.
Why Roadware for Civil Infrastructure?
| Performance Factor | Roadware Advantage |
|---|---|
| Cure Time | Traffic-ready in ~10 minutes at 72°F |
| Strength | >4,500 psi compressive strength (sand-extended) |
| Penetration | Ultra-low viscosity reaches the bottom of hairline cracks |
| Temperature Range | Applicable from -20°F to over 100°F |
| Chemical Resistance | Resists fuel, hydraulic fluid, de-icers, and common chemicals |
| Ease of Application | Cartridge or bulk systems; minimal crew and equipment required |
| Protocol Compatibility | Suitable for RADR protocols; military and civil applications |
From the world’s busiest cargo airports to rural highway bridges, Roadware’s combination of speed, strength, and versatility has made it the repair solution of choice for engineers and maintenance professionals who cannot afford to wait.
Here are some examples:
- Airport Terminal Deck Repairs After 5 Years
- How to Repair War-Damaged Runways with Roadware Concrete Mender
- Parking Deck Crack Repair with Concrete Mender™
- RADR: The Ultimate Solution to Foreign Object Debris in Just 10 Minutes!
- Repairing Roads and Bridges with Roadware
- Roadware for Airports
• Bridge crack repair in the Philippines.
Roadware 10 Minute Concrete Mender™ has a strong history of repairing shrinkage cracks and spalls in elevated structures such as parking decks, bridges, and airport terminals. Concrete Mender™ is considered a structural polyurethane and can be used where the surrounding concrete is stable.
