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V-ROD Fiberglass REBAR
V-ROD Fiberglass Rebar is 3-4 times lighter than traditional steel yet it is double the strength and available in multiple sizes to fit the project you’re looking for. This durable product is non-magnetic and non-conductive, which makes it a perfect and sensible solution for sensitive projects such as electromagnetic equipment rooms and water treatment facilities. Additionally, it is non-corrosive and resistant to thermal expansion, which makes it the right choice for any project that might include mining, industrial furnaces, or even saltwater.
A Revolution in Concrete Construction.
The bars are made of glass fibers and vinyl ester resin to resist corrosion. The fibers provide the stiffness properties to the bars, while the vinyl ester resin provides the corrosion resistance property for extreme use in chemical or alkaline environments.
A product made of vinyl ester and basalt fiber is also available for structures requiring more rigidity and other mechanical properties. Composite rebar significantly increases the longevity of civil engineering structures where corrosion is an important factor.
The manufacturing of the fiberglass rebar itself is also a much more sustainable process than traditional steel. Additionally, there are less overlaps in the actual assembling of the rebar, which further reduces waste. Given its superior strength and performance, it would be an obvious choice for most projects that require rebar.
Pultrall is a company that performs internal quality control tests on a regular basis to ensure the integrity of their product. They allow custom lengths for no upcharge as well–only pay by the foot.
INDUSTRIES THAT USE FRP REBAR
Concrete Susceptible to Corrosion
- Waste Water Treatment Facilities
- Swimming Pools
Tunneling & Mining
- Sequential Excavation or NATM Tunneling
- Deep Foundation Tunnel Boring Machine “Soft-Eye” Opening for Launch & Reception
- Temporary Reinforcement
- Rock Bolts
Building & Historic Preservation
- Historic Preservation – Restoration & Pinning of Stone Elements
- Architecture Concrete Elements
- Slabs
Exposure of Concrete to De-Icing Chlorides
- Bridges & Railings
- Median Barriers
- Parking Structures
- Approach Slabs
- Continuously Reinforced Concrete Paving
- Precast Elements
- Salt Storage Facilities
Masonry Strengthening
- Seismic, Wind or Blast Strengthening of Unreinforced Masonry
- Strengthening for “Event Loading” of Clay & Concrete Masonry
Exposure of Concrete to Marine Chlorides
- Coastal Construction exposed to Salt Spray
- Sea Walls, Wharfs & Dry Docks
- Desalinization Intakes
- Port Aprons
- Exposure of Concrete to High Voltages & Electromagnetic Fields
- Light & Heavy Rail
- High Voltage Substations
- Radio Frequency Sensitive Areas
- Cable Ducts & Banks
- Hospital MRI Areas
- Aluminum Smelters & Steel Mills
- High-Speed Highway Tolling Zones
- Airport Radio & Compass Calibration Pads
Benefits of FRP Rebar
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. These specific types of structures require materials that are non-corrosive and long-lasting, which are both features of FRP rebar. These are important benefits compared to traditional steel-reinforced infrastructure projects which have a shorter lifespan, and an increased repair cost. Along with the fact that FRP rebar is 1/4th the weight of steel rebar making it incredibly lightweight, safer, and easier to install, it is clearly the best choice for reinforcing concrete.
Pavements, Multi-Storey Parking Garages, Roads and Balconies
We often see deterioration that is caused by the corrosion of the reinforced steel in multi-level parking garages. This issue can also be found in balconies and roads because these structures are constantly exposed to harsh elements. In contrast, FRP rebar is corrosion resistant, they take less time to install, they don’t require continuous repairs, and they are competitively priced, making them the wiser choice for reinforcing cement that withstands a variety of environmental factors and conditions.
Diaphragm Walls and Foundation Pit Retaining Piles
When it comes to using tunnel boring machines (TBM) for your next tunnel project, it is important to remember that TBMs are not best suited for handling steel-reinforced concrete structures because of the resilience of the steel. The ductility of steel will impact the rotary cutters by absorbing the cutter’s energy. The cuttability of FRP rebar is much easier, and the GFRP reinforced concrete launch box is a much better solution compared to steel. FRP rebar is flexible, lightweight, non-corrosive, durable, and is high-end loading making it the perfect choice for diaphragm walls and foundation pit retaining piles.
Precast Tunnel Segments
Using steel rebar to reinforce precast tunnel segments has many downsides because of its low structural durability and high weight of the segments for transporting, unlike FRP rebar which is ¼ of the weight of steel rebar. Steel reinforcement can create electric joints, which can lead to corrosion problems, something that FRP rebar is superior in because it is non-corrosive with dielectric joints. FRP rebar can also be used as a temporary or permanent application, because it can be demolished later, making it an easy solution for precast tunnel segments.
Mining Roadway Support and Tunnels with Rock Bolts
When it comes to using steel bolts, it is important to remember that they are difficult to cut by mining machines and can cause fires and explosions in gas and coal mines. That is why when working on tunnel projects in corrosive environments, FRP rebar is superior to steel because it is corrosion-resistant, easier for mining machines to cut, and much more durable for reinforced concrete structures. FRP is also ideal in these cases because it is anti-static and explosion-proof, with high tensile strength, and lightweight making it easy to install.
Wharfs, Sea Walls, Wave Breakers and Water Treatment Plants
When building your concrete structure in marine or chemical projects, there can often be deterioration caused by the migration of chloride ions that lead to steel corrosion. To avoid this very major problem, using a lasting and durable FRP rebar is the best solution. FRP rebar is completely unaffected by chloride ions, has a high tensile strength, and is easy to handle, making them the best option for any marine or waterside concrete reinforced project.
FRP rebar is the best solution for reinforced concrete projects when compared to traditional steel rebar. Being non-corrosive, long-lasting, durable, non-conductive, lightweight, and with a high tensile strength, are just a few of the benefits of FRP rebar. Moreover, FRP can be recycled making it a greener alternative as well. FRP rebar is clearly the smart choice for all reinforced concrete projects.
PRICE – The most economical rebar on the market.
STABILITY – Greater pricing stability than steel.
STRONG – 2x – 4x stronger in tensile strength than steel.
LIGHTWEIGHT – 4x – 7x lighter in weight than steel.
LESS LABOR – 30 – 45% labor savings.
ZERO RUST – Zero rust and spalling = less rehab/maintenance.
MILLIONS OF FEET – In concrete and counting.
CERTIFIED – ICC AC454 and ESR-4526 certified.
PROVEN – Higher performing concrete reinforcement.
HISTORY – FRP Rebar has been manufactured for the last 30 years.
FREIGHT EXPENSE – Since the product is lighter- less truckloads per order means lower freight.
NON-CORROSIVE NO RUST SPOTS NON-CONDUCTING NO GROUNDING
Other electrical/metal components must be grounded
PROTECT MARGINS, PROJECTS, & BIDS with a higher performing, lower cost alternative to steel reinforcement.
PRICE STABILITY. Steel prices change every two weeks and can fluctuate dramatically. The fiberglass bar is very stable.
V-ROD Fiberglass Rebar IS LIGHTWEIGHT, reducing install time by over 40%.
INCREASE BILLING. Less labor equals more projects completed.
LOWER TRANSPORT COST.
FEWER INJURIES. Lightweight rebar leads to less fatigue and lifting injuries, more productive up-time, and REDUCED WORKER’s COMP CLAIMS
MEETS & EXCEEDS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: ACI440.11, ASTM D7957, AC454, AC521 (pending)
Far less costly than Stainless Stee Rebar or Epoxy Coated Rebar
Competitive in price or sometimes cheaper in price to plain steel rebar.