Composite Fibreglass

  • Overview

  • Features and Benefits

  • FRP Rebar Shapes

  • FRP Rebar Mechanical
    Properties

  • Environmental Impact
    of FRP Rebars

  • Features of FRP Rebars

  • Design Guides

  • Application of
    FRP Rebars

  • Installation and
    Handling

  • Maintenance and Care

  • Cost-effectiveness
    and Sustainability

Overview

FIBREREO – The Ideal Substitute for Steel Reo Mesh and Bars

FIBREREO Composite Fiberglass FRP Rebar

FEATURES OF FIBREREO

Stronger & Lighter than steel
• 2x the tensile strength of steel
• 1/4 weight of a steel bar of same diameter

Non-corrosive, non-conductive
• Material doesn’t corrode and offer high resistance to chlorides and alkali.
• Particularly suitable for environments exposed to water, salt, & humidity
• Non-conductive. It’s the perfect reinforcement solution for high voltage currents andmagnetic fields.

Design optimization
• Bond strength of 10 MPa, allowing shorter lapping length.
• Can substitute steel bar of larger diameter – or increase the rebar spacing.
• Further saving on the concrete cover = less volume of concrete.

Non-corrosive, non-conductive
• Delivered in straight bars up to 11.8m or in coils of 50m.
• Labor required for installation reduced by 2x to 3x.

IDEAL FOR FLAT-WORK / SLAB ON GRADE

IDEAL FOR FLAT-WORK / SLAB ON GRADE

Stronger & lighter than steel, with 6x to 8x times less material needed than conventional steel rebars.

Durable material, allowing to design for a longer lifetime of the structure. As no maintenance nor repair work is needed, DurabarTM generates savings during the whole project life.

Material is safe & easy to handle, requiring much less labor for installation, generating both time & money saving.

Sustainable material, with significantly less energy required & CO2 emission, both at production stage and for its transportation & installation.

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FIBREREO
FRP REBAR

FIBREREO is a high-performance FRP rebar designed to replace traditional steel rebars in concrete reinforcement.

Traditional steel rebars are commonly used in concrete reinforcement, but they have some disadvantages such as low corrosion resistance, which leads to reduced lifespan and higher maintenance and repair costs over time.

FIBREREO offers several advantages over traditional steel rebars, including superior strength, durability, and corrosion resistance.

By using FIBREREO in concrete reinforcement, customers can benefit from a longer lifespan, reduced maintenance and repair costs, and increased safety.

In this product guide, we will explore the features, benefits, applications, installation and handling, and maintenance and care of FIBREREO FRP rebar.

Features and Benefits

Using FIBREREO in concrete reinforcement offers several benefits over traditional steel rebars, including a longer lifespan, reduced maintenance and repair costs, and increased safety.

FIBREREO‘s superior corrosion resistance means it can withstand harsh environments such as coastal areas, where traditional steel rebars would corrode and weaken over time. This leads to reduced maintenance and repair costs over the lifespan of the project.

FIBREREO‘s lightweight nature makes it easier to transport and install, leading to lower installation costs and reduced labor requirements.

Because FIBREREO is non-conductive, it can be used safely in electrical applications where traditional steel rebars would pose a safety hazard, increasing the safety of the project.

Using FIBREREO in concrete reinforcement is also an environmentally friendly and sustainable alternative to traditional steel rebars, as it reduces the carbon footprint of the project and contributes to a greener future.

Overall, the benefits of using FIBREREO FRP rebar make it a cost-effective and reliable solution for concrete reinforcement in various applications and environments.

Features and Benefits

ELECTROMAGNETIC NEUTRALITY

LIGHTWEIGHT

EXTRA-LONG PROFILES

EASY TO CUT AND SHAPE

HIGH TENSILE STRENGTH

CORROSION RESISTANT

LOW THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY

CONVENTIONAL SHAPES:

  • Hoops, spiral, rectangular bents .
  • 90 degrees bents, i.e. C-shapes
  • Straight cut-to-length

SHAPES WE CAN NOT MAKE

  • Too frequent bents
  • Too sharp angles

FRP Rebar Mechanical Properties

FRP Rebar Mechanical Properties

Environmentally Responsible = Solution For The Future

INERT = Cross-linked resin molecules become saturated during production.

CO2 & ENERGY = 43% less CO2 emissions and 46% less energy consumption steel rebars (1)

CO2 & ENERGY = 43% less CO2 emissions and 46% less energy consumption steel rebars (1)

ENVIRONMENT = FRP bars impact on the environment is 35% less than steel bars (2)

TRANSPORTATION = With stronger & lighter rebars, only 15% of the truck rotations are necessary to deliver the bolt to the jobsite

As per “Environmental & Economic Comparison of FRP reinforcements & steel reinforcements in concrete beams based on design strenght parameters”, 2019

As per “Life-cycle assessments of rock bolts / Tunneling journal, June/July 2017, p 47-49./ J. Kodymova, A..H. Thomas & M.Will”,

Features of FRP Rebars

What are FRP Rebars?

PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS:

  • Installation labor reduced by a factor of two to three.
  • Available in straight bars of up to 11.8m or in coils spanning 50m.
  • Exhibits a bond strength of 10 MPa, enabling a shorter lapping length.
  • More robust and lighter than steel, possessing twice the tensile strength of steel while weighing only a quarter as much as a steel bar of equivalent diameter.
  • Resistant to corrosion and non-conductive. It serves as an ideal reinforcement option in settings that encounter water, salts, humidity, as well as high voltage currents and magnetic fields.

Design Guides

ACI 440.1R-03

Guide for the Design and Construction of Concrete Reinforced with FRP Bars

ACI 440.1R-03

Guide for the Design and Construction of Externally Bonded FRP System for Strengthening Concrete Structure

ACI 440.1R-03

Guide Test Methods for Fiber-Reinforced Polymers (FRPs) for Reinforcing or Strengthening Concrete Structures

ACI 440.1R-03

Prestressing Concrete Structures with FRP Tendons

Application of FRP Rebars

Common Applications

  • Suitable for use in corrosive and marine settings, including structures such as bridge pylons, seawalls, quays, and jetties.
  • Ideal for flatwork and slab on grade projects.
  • Also applicable in various other scenarios, such as agricultural projects, architectural precast elements, basement floors and walls, bridge decks and roads, chemical plants, electromagnetic facilities, footings, external strengthening, loading docks, petrochemical complexes, pool decks, residential foundations, structural floors, and swimming pools.
  • Additionally, it can be utilized for concrete and marine structure repairs.
  • Widely used in the water treatment plants.

FIBREREO FRP rebar can be used in a variety of applications, including infrastructure projects such as bridges, highways, and tunnels.

FIBREREO is also suitable for use in buildings, including commercial, residential, and industrial structures.

Its high strength and corrosion resistance make FIBREREO ideal for use in harsh environments such as coastal areas and in mining and industrial applications.

FIBREREO can also be used in applications where traditional steel rebars would pose a safety hazard due to their conductivity, such as electrical installations.

The versatility of FIBREREO means it can be used in almost any concrete reinforcement application where traditional steel rebars are used.

Overall, FIBREREO FRP rebar provides a reliable and cost-effective alternative to traditional steel rebars in a wide range of applications, making it a popular choice for engineers and builders alike.

Installation and Handling

Installing FIBREREO FRP rebar is similar to installing traditional steel rebars, with a few key differences.

FIBREREO is lightweight, which makes it easier to transport and install than steel rebars. However, it is important to handle it with care to avoid damage during transportation and installation.

Unlike steel rebars, FIBREREO does not require any special cutting or bending tools, as it can be easily cut and shaped using standard tools such as saws and drills.

When installing FIBREREO, it is important to follow the manufacturer’s guidelines for spacing, anchoring, and lap length to ensure proper performance and durability.

FIBREREO is compatible with standard concrete mixes, and no special mixing procedures are required.

Overall, the installation and handling of FIBREREO are straightforward and require minimal changes to standard installation procedures.

Maintenance and Care

FIBREREO FRP rebar is designed and tested to comply with various Australian standards, including AS 3600, AS 5100, AS 1428, and AS 1677.

FIBREREO is also compliant with the National Construction Code (NCC) Building Code of Australia (BCA), which sets out the minimum requirements for the design and construction of buildings and structures in Australia.

In addition, FIBREREO is certified by various independent testing agencies, including the International Code Council Evaluation Service (ICC-ES) and the Canadian Construction Materials Centre (CCMC).

These certifications and standards ensure that FIBREREO meets the necessary performance and safety requirements for use in various applications and environments.

Engineers and builders can have confidence in FIBREREO’s performance and reliability, knowing that it has undergone rigorous testing and meets the necessary standards and certifications.

Cost-effectiveness and Sustainability

While FIBREREO FRP rebar may have a higher upfront cost compared to traditional steel rebars, its superior durability and corrosion resistance result in significant cost savings over its lifetime.

FIBREREO does not corrode, which eliminates the need for costly maintenance and repair that is often required with steel rebars.

The lightweight nature of FIBREREO also reduces transportation and handling costs, making it a cost-effective option for large-scale projects.

Additionally, the use of FIBREREO in concrete reinforcement can contribute to sustainability goals by reducing the amount of steel used, which has a significant environmental impact due to its high carbon footprint.

FIBREREO is also manufactured using sustainable materials and processes, further contributing to its environmental credentials.

The combination of cost-effectiveness and sustainability makes FIBREREO an attractive option for environmentally conscious builders and engineers.

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