Composite rebar is actively used in various areas of construction all over the world. San Francisco Bay Area is known for the complexity of landforms, as it is located at the intersection of six major seismic faults. This is one of the reasons composite rebar will soon displace steel rebar from the construction market.
Where is fiberglass reinforcement used?
Composite reinforcement has a fairly wide application in the construction market. Fiberglass rods are actively used:
- when reinforcing the road surface;
- for reinforcement of foundations;
- for building floors;
- for the construction of concrete structures.
Among the many advantages of this building material, it is worth highlighting that fiberglass rebar is able to withstand seismic loads. According to the research data, the composite rods remained intact during the 9-point earthquake. This means that concrete structures and structures reinforced with composite rods of the correct diameter can withstand sufficiently strong earthquakes.
Also, the construction of bridges is not complete without the use of fiberglass reinforcement, thus preventing the possibility of destruction of the reinforced concrete structure as a result of corrosion.
Where can I order composite rebar?
Where to look if you need composite rebar? You can buy in the Bay Area at our company “Arma Group Inc.”. We have an established production of composite reinforcement in the Bay Area, so we can provide you with high-quality fiberglass products. You can order the delivery of the necessary building material from us to the place of your construction or to the warehouse.
How much will composite reinforcement cost? The price per foot in the Bay Area, as in other regions of the United States, depends on the diameter of the bars. Send us your phone number or e-mail, and our specialists will provide you with a price list with current prices.
You can place an order for fiberglass rods online, which will save you time.
You can contact our sales stuff by sending a message to sales@composite.supplies.
How to transport and store composite rebar?
Fiberglass reinforcement with a diameter of up to 14 mm is produced in coils. Special equipment is not needed for loading and transporting composite rods, since the maximum weight of one bay is up to 35 lbs.
It is necessary to transport fiberglass rods only in a horizontal position.
The coil with a diameter of rebar of up to 10 mm can be easily carried in one hand or over the shoulder. Bays with a diameter of 12 mm or more are recommended to be carried by two people or rolled.
Despite the fact that fiberglass rods have high strength characteristics, they can not be dropped from a height exceeding 2 ft.
It is necessary to store composite reinforcement only in a horizontal position. There should be no mechanical load on the rods. If the fittings are stored not on the shelves, but on the floor, then it is necessary to create an air cushion of 4in. European pallets often act as such a pillow. It is also necessary to avoid prolonged exposure to ultraviolet light and humidity.
To save space, smaller diameter reels can be inserted in larger diameter reels.