Features and Benefits of Fiberglass Rebar

Stronger: Fiberglass rebar has up to 2x the tensile strength compared to steel rebar of the same diameter.

Lighter: Fiberglass rebar is up to 7x lighter than steel rebar in concrete flatwork applications and 4x lighter than steel rebar of the same diameter. This reduces the transportation, handling and installation costs and improves the safety and efficiency of the workers.

Rustproof: Fiberglass rebar will never corrode, even in harsh environments such as marine, coastal, chemical or saltwater exposure. This eliminates the need for costly maintenance, repairs or replacements and extends the service life of the concrete structures. Fiberglass rebar is estimated to last over 100 years.

Non-conductive: Fiberglass rebar is electrically and thermally non-conductive, which prevents electrochemical reactions, galvanic corrosion and thermal expansion. It also does not interfere with magnetic fields or radar frequencies, making it suitable for applications such as MRI rooms, power plants, airports or military facilities.

Code-approved: Fiberglass rebar meets the physical and mechanical requirements of ASTM D7957 material standards and is approved for residential building code in the US. 




 

Performance and Specification Table of Fiberglass Rebar

The following table shows the typical properties of fiberglass rebar according to ASTM D7957 standards. The actual values may vary depending on the manufacturer and the product.
 

How to Use Fiberglass Rebar

Fiberglass rebar can be used in various concrete reinforcement applications, such as:

Fiberglass rebar can be installed using similar methods and equipment as steel rebar, with some modifications to account for its different properties.

Some tips for using fiberglass rebar are:

Conclusion
 

Fiberglass rebar is a new and innovative product that offers many advantages over steel rebar in concrete reinforcement. It is stronger, lighter, rustproof, non-conductive and code-approved. It can be used in various applications that require durability, performance and cost-effectiveness. Fiberglass rebar is a product that can help you build better and faster.