What Is AR Glass Fiber?

Alkali resistant (AR) glass fibers were designed to be used to strengthen concrete. Glass fibers have been used in concrete and mortar mixes for several decades, helping to make structures durable and long-lasting. The glass fibers are made from a specially created glass composition mixed with the perfect amount of zirconia of 19% or more. They also have high tensile strength and modulus, are easy to use and mix into concrete, and unlike steel, AR glass fibers are rust resistant. …

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Engineers are always looking for new ways to improve their construction projects, and one of the best ways to reinforce beams and joints of different materials, especially for steel and concrete, are shear connectors. Using shear connectors allows composite materials, like steel and concrete, to come together seamlessly. There are different shear connectors for various tensile strengths, shear strengths, and compression strengths, making sure that they work perfectly for any building project. …

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Recently, MNP, a Canadian tax, accounting and consulting firm, published an interesting article titled How COVID-19 Impacts the Construction Industry which covered several relevant issues that the construction industry is facing due to the pandemic we are in. We wanted to share some of their useful findings with you here. 

Impact on Construction Industry

The construction industry has certainly felt the impact of COVID-19, and is having to find ways to work safely with fewer workers on-site.…

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There are many benefits to using FRP rebar in reinforced concrete projects. When we compare traditional steel reinforcement to FRP rebar, it is clear FRP rebar is the more efficient choice in all applications. Let’s explore the different ways that FRP rebar can be used. 

Bridges, Barrier Walls and Decks

One of the most popular FRP rebar applications are bridges, barrier walls, and decks.…

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Finding the best solution for #crackedconcrete can be tricky if you’re not sure what the best options are. We have found what works best for multiple circumstances are #carbonfiberstraps. Not only do they work perfectly for bowed walls and cracked foundations, but they are a great solution for reinforcing structures because of their strength and permanency.

What makes Carbon Fiber Straps so useful? 

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It’s not always easy to find the answers we are looking for, especially when it comes to technical information related to construction material. This is where SFTec’s specialists can help. 

Our vast industry knowledge allows us to provide you with all the information you need to understand the benefits of FRP rebar and to evaluate if it is a good solution for your next concrete-based structure project (it likely is!).…

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By now, you are pretty familiar with the benefits of using FRP rebar instead of steel in your concrete-based projects. If not, here are a few articles that can help. All these advantages are great, but at what cost? When evaluating the different materials to use in your project, one cannot deny the influence of costs on the final decision. It is often the determining factor in said project.…

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