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Fiber-Reinforced Concrete

The demand for materials that offer superior strength, durability, and efficiency continues to rise in the ever-evolving construction industry. FORTA’s fiber-reinforced concrete (FRC) addresses these needs by integrating fibrous materials into concrete, mitigating common issues such as cracking, shrinkage, and reduced durability.

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What Is Fiber Reinforcement for Concrete?

Fiber-reinforced concrete, or fiber mesh concrete, is a composite material that incorporates dispersed, randomly oriented fibers within the concrete mix. These fibers can be made from carbon or stainless steel, synthetic materials such as polypropylene or nylon, glass, or natural materials like cellulose or sisal. Their integration significantly improves the concrete’s structural properties.

The effectiveness of these fibers as concrete reinforcement depends on their inherent physical properties, such as tensile strength and elastic modulus. Other relevant properties include their length, cross-sectional shape, and configuration — monofilament, fibrillated, crimped, or bent. These factors influence how well the fibers improve the concrete’s structural performance.

Benefits of FRC

Depending on the characteristics — such as material properties, configuration, and dosage of the fibers used in pounds per cubic yard — fibers as reinforcement can add a variety of benefits to the concrete. Benefits include:

Inhibiting cracking caused by plastic shrinkage and settlement before the initial set
Improving long-term serviceability
Reducing crack width opening
Providing post-crack strength and toughness
Improving resistance to fatigue, impact, shear, and abrasion
Increasing freeze-thaw and raveling resistance
Distributing stresses in the concrete
Reduction of concrete thickness in certain applications
Increasing joint spacing in certain applications
Improving jobsite safety
Reducing labor costs

FORTA's Concrete Fiber Solutions

Macro Synthetic Fibers

Macro synthetic fibers offer a versatile and effective solution to enhance the performance and durability of concrete structures, particularly in applications where traditional steel reinforcement may not be feasible or desirable.

FORTA offers the following macro fiber concrete solutions:

FORTA-FERRO®: Our most popular product is this high-performance, easy-to-finish fiber reinforcement solution made from 100% virgin polypropylene copolymer. It enhances the performance of concrete in various construction applications, providing improved durability, crack control, and overall structural resilience.
FERRO-GREEN®: This concrete fiber additive consists of recycled polypropylene and copolymer macro fibers specifically designed for pervious concrete applications. FERRO-GREEN improves strength, toughness, freeze-thaw resistance, and durability in pervious concrete pavements, providing a high-performance, environmentally friendly solution.

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Micro Fibrillated Fibers

Our micro fiber concrete solutions are designed to reinforce concrete using high-quality, fibrillated polypropylene fibers.

ECONO-NET®: ECONO-NET reduces shrinkage, improves concrete toughness, and offers long-term durability. This versatile fibrillated fiber is suitable for slab-on-grade, overlays, basement floors, and fiber-reinforced precast concrete structures.
SUPER-NET®: SUPER-NET® offers superior strength and durability. It is ideal in applications seeking to control temperature and shrinkage cracking, such as roads, highways, shotcrete, and water tanks.
ULTRA-NET®: ULTRA-NET® delivers maximum reinforcement and durability. This fiber is suitable for slab-on-grade, shotcrete, tilt-up panels, and precast structures.

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Micro Monofilament Fibers

We offer the following micro monofilament fiber products:

ECONO-MONO®: This economy-grade fiber controls plastic shrinkage in applications such as garage floors, curbs, driveways, and small precast structures.
NYLO-MONO®: Specifically designed for cast-in-place concrete applications to control plastic shrinkage cracking, this nylon-based monofilament fiber is ideal for curbs, basement floors, and driveways.
MIGHTY-MONO®: Rely on this concrete fiber additive to enhance durability and impact resistance while controlling plastic shrinkage cracking.

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Specialty Fibers

ORTA also offers a wide variety of specialty fibers engineered for specific applications that require unique reinforcement solutions.

MOBILE-MESH™: This alkali-resistant glass fiber does not rot and is resistant to corrosion and UV rays. It is ideal for structures requiring minimal cover.
PE-2®: PE-2 is a 100% virgin copolymer polyethylene monofilament fiber used in refractory castable concrete applications. It provides early cohesiveness and uniform vapor-release channels during firing.
GREEN-NET®: We make GREEN-NET from post-consumer polypropylene goods, offering an eco-friendly concrete reinforcer.
ECONO-CAST®: Engineered for the precast industry, ECONO-CAST is a fibrillated fiber that improves impact strength, reduces handling stresses, and increases fatigue resistance.
STUCCO-BOND®: STUCCO-BOND is a monofilament fiber for mortar and stucco applications.

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FORTA Fibers Applications

Architects, contractors, engineers, and developers rely on FORTA fibers to strengthen and enhance the durability of an array of concrete structures, including:

Slab-on-the-ground applications
Pavement
Slab-on-metal-deck constructions
Pervious concrete
Shotcrete
Precast structures

Experience Reinforcement That Lasts With FORTA

FORTA is your one-stop shop for all commercial concrete solutions. We have been at the forefront of synthetic fiber reinforcement technology since 1978. Our products are backed by extensive research and real-world testing, ensuring they meet the highest performance and reliability standards. With numerous patents and industry accolades, FORTA stands out for its proven solutions that enhance concrete structures while reducing the need for traditional steel reinforcements.

Our dedicated team of engineers provides expert design and optimization services, helping you transition from rebar to more efficient fiber reinforcement systems. FORTA is committed to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, making us the trusted choice for durable and sustainable solutions for optimized development.

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Are you ready to enhance your concrete projects with FORTA’s fiber reinforcement? Learn how FORTA can provide sustainable, optimized solutions for your construction needs.

Contact our engineering team for tailored design and conversion assistance. We are committed to helping you achieve sustainable and optimized development in all your concrete applications.

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