Steel reinforced concrete is known to be the most tried and true method of construction. We have tried it for over 100 years and found that one thing remains true: embedded steel will corrode, causing early failure of the concrete around it.
The Halls River Project: A win for FRP composites in the U.S.
Topics: FRP rebar, reinforced concrete, composites industry, steel corrosion
And just like that, Q1 of 2016 came to a close! Time really does fly when you're having fun (working your tail off so you live to see tomorrow). Here's a little recap of events at Neuvokas in March:
Topics: FRP rebar, reinforced concrete, Michigan 50
100 years of practice doesn’t make perfect: Top 3 reasons to consider FRP reinforcement over steel
FRP rebar has been around for decades, but has been used very seldom in comparison to “good ol’ steel” rebar. Lately, advancements in the composites industry are bringing the price point for such materials down, and there has never been a better time to start considering this alternative material for your next project.
Topics: FRP rebar, Infrastructure, reinforced concrete, green building