• A five-fold increase in the use of resin-bonded restoration
• A ten-fold increase in the use of FRP materials in timber restoration
• Reduction in direct restoration costs of 25%
• Reduction in total restoration time / client disruption of up to 20%
• Reduction in existing fabric removal of up to 15%
• Reduction in volume of replacement timber of 20%.

The social objectives are:

• Better conservation of the built heritage
• Concealed repairs providing excellent aesthetic qualities
• Improved client confidence
• Improved materials knowledge base and skill level in this largely SME-driven construction sector
• Increased employment in the manufacture of FRP and resin materials
• Reduction in timber wastage through structural efficiency
• Improved productivity for clients through reduced disruption / contract times.