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CFRP strengthening service for enhanced structural stability – using carbon fiber sheets.

The Forestias (MQDC) — Structural Strengthening · SmartCoating
Structural Strengthening

THE FORESTIAS
MQDC

Structural strengthening of a premium mixed-use development in Bang Na using 3 types of CFRP materials — supporting escalator loads and preventing cracking around floor openings.

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Materials Used
CFRP
Material Type
NDT
Quality Inspection

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Project Overview

THE FORESTIAS (MQDC) is a large-scale mixed-use development located in Bang Na, Bangkok, developed by Magnolia Quality Development Corporation Limited (MQDC) under the concept of "Living in Harmony with Nature."

During construction, large floor openings were required to accommodate escalators, creating structural challenges due to concentrated loads and stresses at those points. The engineering team designed and carried out additional structural strengthening using 3 types of premium CFRP materials.

Installation Process & Quality Control

  1. 1

    Surface Preparation

    Clean the installation area of dust, grease, and moisture to ensure complete epoxy adhesive bonding.

  2. 2

    Reinforcement Material Installation

    Apply high-quality epoxy adhesive to bond SMARTFIBER-STRIP TL1020 along structural lines and lay SMARTFIBER-SHEET UT70-30 around the floor openings.

  3. 3

    Fire Retardant Paint Coating

    Spray Fire Retardant Paint over the reinforcement materials after installation to complete fire safety requirements.

  4. 4

    Testing & Quality Certification

    Verify bond strength and conduct Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) to ensure quality at every point before project handover.

Materials Used for Structural Strengthening

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SMARTFIBER-STRIP TL1020

High-tensile carbon fiber reinforcement strip used along structural lines to transfer forces and resist bending moments caused by escalator loads.
  • Tensile strength exceeding 2,400 MPa
  • Lightweight — adds no dead load to the structure
  • Resistant to moisture and corrosion
2

SMARTFIBER-SHEET UT70-30

High-tensile woven carbon fiber sheet used to cover areas around floor openings, preventing cracking and distributing forces in multiple directions.
  • High density, average tensile strength ~3,100 MPa
  • Flexible — conforms to uneven surfaces
  • Adds strength without adding thickness
3

Fire Retardant Paint

Specialized intumescent coating applied over CFRP reinforcement materials to enhance fire safety in compliance with project standards.
  • Prevents flame spread
  • High heat resistance
  • Non-toxic under fire conditions

Results & Performance After Installation

✅
As Designed
Load capacity as designed — no cracks observed
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0
No demolition or new beam installation required
🔥
Safe
Meets both structural and fire safety standards
💰
Cost-Effective
Saves construction time and cost
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NDT
Passed non-destructive testing at every point
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Extended Life
Extended structural lifespan with modern technology

Feedback from the Developer

The MQDC team expressed high satisfaction with the execution and materials selected, commending it as a "cost-effective and flexible solution" that met the project's international-grade standards.

— THE FORESTIAS Project Development Team · MQDC

Summary

The structural strengthening of THE FORESTIAS using SMARTFIBER-STRIP TL1020, SMARTFIBER-SHEET UT70-30, and Fire Retardant Paint demonstrates modern materials innovation and engineering — delivering strength, safety, and sustainability without any demolition or reconstruction.