PatchMatch^tm - A Unique Blending Of Polymer Modified Repair Materials Has Been Installed On A Washington, DC Metro Station

Washington, DC TECVAC, Inc. has developed a unique blending of polymer modified repair materials known as PatchMatch^tm that can closely harmonize concrete repairs to the adjacent member or substrate.

A number of patches were installed at a new metro station being constructed by Lane Construction using Sika Corporation's powdered repair mortar. The patches were of good quality and well bonded, however, the natural color of the repair materials contrasted greatly with the light tan color of the rest of the concrete in place at the station. Lane agreed with the owner, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, that the patches were unsightly and brought unwanted attention to the repairs. TECVAC, Inc. was summoned for a fix.

TECVAC provided a spectrum of samples and WMATA selected the color desired. After removing the previously installed repair material, TECVAC technicians carefully prepared the area and installed the same Sika brand repair mortar, now combined with a proprietary mix of coloring agents that, when cured, closely matched the color tone of the member repaired and the rest of the station.

Providing a wide range of grays and tans its more than a one or two patch system. PatchMatch^tm is currently being installed on a Northern Virginia Project where over 5000 patches are now in place.

With long term warranties available, objectionable repairs (Bughole Repairs) should be a thing of the past when you choose PatchMatch^tm for your next repair project. ##

For more information telephone toll free 800.847.9324.