FRP Rebar
New standard specification supports non-metallic FRP rebar
ASTM International standard D8505 enables further integration of FRP rebar into infrastructure applications.
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ACI publishes code requirements for GFRP rebar
New comprehensive building code requirement covers the use of nonmetallic, GFRP reinforcing bars in structural concrete applications that are covered by ACI 318-19.
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CAMX 2022 exhibit preview: Olin Epoxy
Olin Epoxy offers a portfolio of epoxy systems for challenging applications. Litestone, Voraforce and Airstone aim to resolve problems and support customers’ business growth.
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University of Miami faculty explore ways to improve resilience of coastal structures
Engineering and ocean sciences faculty members receive federal research funding to delve into how they can strengthen coastal buildings and seawalls in the face of climate change through new materials and better-designed structures.
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Materials & Processes: Fibers for composites
The structural properties of composite materials are derived primarily from the fiber reinforcement. Fiber types, their manufacture, their uses and the end-market applications in which they find most use are described.
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Composite rebar for future infrastructure
GFRP eliminates risk of corrosion and increases durability fourfold for reinforced concrete that meets future demands as traffic, urbanization and extreme weather increase.
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Neuvokas fiberglass rebar earns Department of Transportation product approval
Texas, Maryland and Virginia have all approved the GatorBar fiberglass rebar product to ensure it meets the highest industry standards.
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Owens Corning and Pultron Composites form joint venture to produce fiberglass rebar
Composites companies pivot to increase market access to Pinkbar + Fiberglas Rebar and Mateenbar Fiberglas Rebar, expound on the growing rebar industry.
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Basanite basalt rebar chosen to reinforce underground concrete structures
Indian Creek Village, an island municipality located in Florida, selected BasaFlex and BasaMesh fiber reinforcement products as alternatives to steel rebar.
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Pultron Composites introduces the Pultrusion Guide
The free, downloadable 15-page guide is geared toward engineers and industry leaders, providing an overview on developing products with pultrusion and GFRP.
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