Rotafix Timber Engineering and Restoration Specialists

Rotafix are pioneers and specialists in the structural repair of timber and masonry. Members of our Technical Team are here to share their experience with you, assisting you in overcoming structural challenges.

We provide solutions to simple and complex structural repairs, as well as bonding and coating projects across the globe. We work closely with architects, structural engineers and contractors on heritage and historic buildings as well as on new construction projects.

We have developed a comprehensive range of adhesives, grouts, fillers and ancillary methods and materials that have been extensively tested by universities and users, so you can confidently rely on our products and our systems.

Feel free to browse our site. It contains a wealth of information about our approach, our products and how our low disturbance preservation methods can save you and your organisation time and money.

We pride ourselves on the accessibility and competence of our technical team, so if you have a project and need help or advice, then do not hesitate first phone or email us right now on. One of our expert team members will respond and then determine how best to support you and your project team.

CASE STUDIES

The Tourand Creek Bridge The Tourand Creek Bridge south of Winnipeg on highway 59 has been selected as the first of its kind to undergo an innovative strengthening technique developed by ISIS Canada. Upon completion, this 39-year-old structure will be at least 30 percent stronger. Manitoba Highways and Government Services has committed $110,000 to test the new technology, anticipating it will be suitable for extending the service life of similar bridges. read more

Newport Docks Lock Gates Each gate consists of 300 tons of Green heart timber, bolted and glued to 300 tons of steel box construction. These gates were floated from Newport to Appledore Shipyard, North Devon for repair. read more

Zootique Structural Timber Repair Timber slip and fissure injection method. read more

Great Barwick Timber Frame Building Problem – Water ingress via. the studs, has decayed the hardwood timber beam, general wear and tear caused the lower edge of the beam to decay. The remedy – The decayed timber was cut away, new oak was cut to size and bonded in place with Rotafix Structural Adhesive. Rotafix Structural Adhesive was injected into inaccessible areas, to ensure that voids were completely filled. read more

Priory Gardens Glulam Repairs The repair was carried out in two phases to reduce the temporary works. Shear connectors were fitted into slots in the side of the beam. ROTAFIX TG6 was poured via. a hopper system into the steel shoe, this system will ensure that any water that enters the shoe in the future will not effect the timber beam. read more

The Totem Pole This magnificent totem pole is located in Windsor Great Park. It was donated to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by the Canadian people in June 1958 to celebrate the centenary of the proclamation of British Columbia as a Crown Colony. read more

SURVEY
Are you facing Structural Repairs but unsure as how they are best resolved?

Here at Rotafix we have developed solutions for many structural issues relating to timber, concrete and damp proofing, in residential, commercial, historic and religious buildings.

We are regularly contacted by Building Control Officers, Surveyors, Structural Engineers, Contractors and Building Owners to provide alternative solutions to ripping out and replacing timber elements, dampness and water ingress in buildings, and damage to concrete floors.

TRAINING
Our Timber Engineering Training courses are a one day event aimed at :

• Contractors
• Architects
• Structural Engineers
• Manufacturers of Timber Frames

Once trained we will advertise your Company on our website as a Recommended Contractor, you will also get a discount on all materials purchased. Any enquiries that we receive from your area we will pass directly to you.