ABSTRACT
The effectiveness of cathodic protection for the full and long-term repair of corrosiondamaged reinforced concrete is now well-established. However, for the technique to develop and flourish into a mature and commercially successful repair strategy it must be seen to be both technically and economically attractive. The support of internationally recognized bodies, such as the UK-based Concrete Society and the American Concrete Institute, is an important first step. As the number of installations increases the opportunity exists to judge how the expectations compare with the reality. Overall, the comparison is favourable with significant cost savings being reported compared with conventional repair.
