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GFRP, a revolution beyond steel highlights the emergence of Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer
(GFRP) as a potentially transformative material in various industries, promising advancements
that go beyond the conventional uses of steel. With potential benefits, innovations, and
paradigm shifts that GFRP could bring to the forefront. Let's delve into the explanation:

Issues with TMT Bar

Here are some common issues faced with TMT bars:

Corrosion
TMT bars are susceptible to corrosion when exposed to moisture, chemicals, or saline
environments. Corrosion can weaken the bars and lead to structural integrity issues over time.

Increasing Cost
The cost of TMT bars has been subject to fluctuations due to factors like raw material prices,
Rs transportation costs, and market demand. This volatility can impact project budgets and overall
construction expenses.

Theft in Transit / Site of TMT Bars

TMT bar theft, a significant industry concern, occurs during transit or on construction sites,
impacting manufactures and companies with reported cases upto 30%. Due to high market value
and unsecured routes, TMT bars are vulnerable to theft during transportation. On-site storage
challenges, inadequate fencing, and remote locations make construction sites prime targets.
Stolen bars often end up in the black market, causing financial losses.

Scrap Generation
During construction, TMT bars may require cutting and bending to fit specific structural
requirements, leading to scrap generation. The disposal of this scrap can be a concern and add to
waste management challenges.

Cutting of Opening in Concrete Structures

Incorporating openings, such as doorways or windows, in concrete structures with TMT bars can
be labor-intensive and time-consuming. Special tools and techniques are often required for
precise cutting, adding to construction complexity.

Labour Intensive
Handling and installing TMT bars can be labor-intensive, especially in large-scale construction
projects. The bending, cutting, and placement of bars demand skilled labor and may increase
construction timeframes.
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GFRP, or Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer, is a composite material that has

Introducing gained significant attention in the construction industry. It is made by reinforcing
plastic resin with fine glass fibers, resulting in a lightweight yet durable material.

GFRP
GFRP offers several advantages over traditional construction materials, such as
steel, like high strength, corrosion resistance, and design flexibility. It has found Advantages of GFRP Bars, Mesh, and Bent Elements:
application in various structural elements, such as reinforcing bars, grids, panels,
and profiles. With its exceptional properties, GFRP is revolutionizing the way we
Bars, Mesh & build, providing sustainable and innovative solutions for a wide range of Stronger than Steel Upto 80% Lighter than TMT Bars
Bent Elements construction projects. Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) GFRP bars, mesh, and bent elements are

GFRP bars, mesh, and beam elements are key components in the construction
industry, revolutionizing the way structures are built. GFRP, or Glass Fiber
2X is considered to be significantly stronger than
conventional materials like steel in certain
aspects due to its unique composition
custom-made to precise dimensions, reducing
waste and minimizing rebar scraps during
construction.
and properties.
Reinforced Polymer, is a composite material that combines the strength of glass
fibers with the versatility of polymer resins.

Upto 30% Savings as Compared to No Theft in Transit / Site of TMT Bars

TMT Bars As GFRP Rebars have specific application and
GFRP bars can offer cost savings of up to no resale value in the open market, they are not
prone to theft of TMT bars during transit or theft
30% when compared to traditional TMT bars,
at site. This will further help reduce project costs
making them a cost-effective alternative. by lacs of .

Saving in Overlapping Cost of Reduction of Rebar Scraps

TMT Bars GFRP bars, mesh, and bent elements are
GFRP elements do not require overlapping as custom-made to precise dimensions, reducing
GFRP BARS GFRP MESH GFRP BENT ELEMENTS traditional TMT bars do, resulting in cost savings waste and minimizing rebar scraps
on materials and labor. during construction.
GFRP bars are used as an GFRP mesh, also known as GFRP (Glass Fiber Reinforced
alternative to traditional steel fiberglass mesh, is a sheet of Polymer) bent elements refer to
reinforcement bars (rebar) in interwoven GFRP strands. It is used structural components made from a
concrete structures. They offer for reinforcing concrete slabs, walls, composite material that combines Rust Proof Highly Chemical Resistant
Unlike steel bars, GFRP bars are rust-proof, GFRP is highly resistant to chemical corrosion,
excellent corrosion resistance, as and other structural elements. GFRP glass fibers and a polymer resin ensuring a longer lifespan and minimizing making it ideal for use in aggressive
they are not susceptible to rust or mesh offers the same benefits as matrix. These elements are custom- maintenance needs. environments or marine structures.
chemical degradation. GFRP bars GFRP bars, including corrosion made and designed with specific
are lightweight upto 80% lighter than resistance, lightweight, and high bends, angles, or curves to suit
TMT bars, making them easier to strength. various construction and 20 Times the Fatigue Resistance of steel No Problem with Tunnel construction
handle and transport, and they have infrastructure applications. GFRP has 20 times the fatigue resistance of steel, GFRP’s non-conductive and corrosion-resistant
a high strength-to-weight ratio, making GFRP more durable under cyclic loading-420, properties make it well-stuited for tunnel
684 cycles for GRP compare to 23,162 cycles for steel. construction, where such characteristics
providing comparable or even
are crucial.
superior structural performance to
steel.
GFRP & TMT Bars
Can be used together in construction.

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Automotive Evolution:
The automotive industry increasingly
used GFRP composites for electric
and autonomous vehicles to reduce
Corrosion issues in existing buildings weight and improve efficiency.
increased interest in composites in the 1980s.
The first FRP system, a prestressed GFRP rebar
in a pedestrian bridge, was built in the 1980s.
Sports equipment,
cars, and industries 2020
like civil aviation, 2010
electricity, and windmill
manufacturing 1980
embraced FRP in the
1970s and 1980s.
1970 2000
1990 Sustainable Construction:
1980
GFRP is being used in innovative and
sustainable construction methods,
FRP's first application contributing to energy-efficient and
was a boat in the mid-1930s. environmentally friendly buildings.
In the 1990s,
Japan led in China became the largest
1930 FRP usage. user of FRP for new structures
in the 2000s.
Gaining quality
1970 in the 1970s
1950 with pultrusion.
The history of GFRP
1950
Fiberglass, carbon, and FRP's first application was a boat in the mid-1930s, but History of FRP in the construction industry:
aramid were subsequently brittleness hindered its performance. During WWII, the U.S.
Research on FRP in construction started in the 1950s, gaining
used in military applications, Navy, U.S. Air Force, and British Air Force explored FRP for its
quality in the 1970s with pultrusion. Corrosion issues in
including ships and aircraft. Research on FRP in lightweight, nonconductive, and corrosion-resistant properties.
existing buildings increased interest in composites in the
construction started Fiberglass, carbon, and aramid were subsequently used in
1980s. The first FRP system, a prestressed GFRP rebar in a
in the 1950s. military applications, including ships and aircraft.
pedestrian bridge, was built in the 1980s. In the 1990s, Japan
Civil uses of FRP began after WWII in oil pipes due to their led in FRP usage, while China became the largest user of FRP
noncorrosive behavior. FRP use expanded to various for new structures in the 2000s. CFRP gained commercial
applications, with the marine industry becoming a major success in the 1990s, becoming the primary application for
consumer. Sports equipment, cars, and industries like civil strengthening existing structures.
aviation, electricity, and windmill manufacturing embraced FRP
in the 1970s and 1980s

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Design codes and standards related to the use of GFRP (Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer)
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GFRP or Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer, is made through a manufacturing
process that involves the following steps:
GFRP
Shri Rathi Group, established in 2003 and located in Delhi, is positioned to
become the leading manufacturer of Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Anil Rathi is the visionary
Pultrusion Products in India. With a strong focus on engineering and leader of Shri Rathi
technology, the company is dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions that Group, driving innovation
offer superior performance in terms of strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion and excellence. With a
resistance, and durability. Anil Rathi strong steel industry
CMD
background, he has
The foundation of Shri Rathi Group is built on a passion for innovation and a
commitment to excellence. Through leveraging the unique properties of glass elevated Shri Rathi Group to new heights,
fibers and polymer resins, the company creates GFRP products that surpass reshaping the industry. Under his guidance, the
the capabilities of traditional materials. These products find applications in company embraces technology and
various industries, including construction, automotive, aerospace, and marine sustainability, advancing its products' quality.
sectors. His strategic mindset expands market reach
Glass Fiber Production: The process begins with the Shaping and Molding: The cured GFRP composite can and establishes Shri Rathi Group as a
Quality, Cost, and Delivery are the pillars that drive Shri Rathi Group's
production of glass fibers. Glass filaments are formed by be shaped and molded into the desired form. This can trendsetter, cementing his role in steel
operations. By maintaining a balanced approach and prioritizing these key
melting glass at high temperatures and drawing it be done through various techniques such as manufacturing and innovation.
factors, the company aims to achieve sustained growth and gain worldwide
through fine openings, creating continuous strands. compression molding, vacuum bagging, or resin transfer recognition for its engineering solutions. With a track record of continuous
These strands are then coated with a sizing agent to molding. The shaping process ensures that the GFRP innovation and a strong entrepreneurial spirit, Shri Rathi Group has established
improve their bonding with the polymer matrix. composite takes on the desired dimensions and its presence and earned respect in the industry.
Matrix Preparation: The polymer matrix, typically made geometry.
As the demand for advanced materials grows, Shri Rathi Group is committed to
of polyester or epoxy resin, is prepared by mixing the Finishing: After shaping, the GFRP composite may pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology. With a focus on
resin with other additives such as curing agents, fillers, undergo additional finishing processes. This can include diversification and a vision for the future, the company remains dedicated to
and pigments. The specific formulation of the matrix trimming excess material, sanding or polishing the delivering innovative, high-performance FRP products that meet the evolving
depends on the desired properties and application of the surface, and applying coatings or finishes to enhance needs of various industries.
final GFRP product. aesthetics or provide additional protection.
Fiber Impregnation: The glass fibers are carefully The specific manufacturing process for GFRP may vary
arranged into a desired pattern or orientation and then depending on the intended application, the complexity of
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impregnated with the liquid polymer matrix. This the product, and the desired properties. Advanced
impregnation process ensures that the fibers are techniques such as automated fiber placement or
thoroughly coated and bonded with the matrix material. filament winding may be employed for complex or
Years of Legacy Metric Ton TMT Bars
specialized GFRP products.
Curing: Once the fibers are impregnated, the GFRP sold in the 15 years
composite is subjected to a curing process. Curing
involves applying heat or chemical reactions to initiate
the polymerization of the resin. This step solidifies the
1st `11,340cr.
matrix, resulting in the formation of a rigid and durable company in India to worth TMT bar sold in
export TMT bars to USA last 15 years Dhruv Rathi Gopal Rathi
composite structure.
Director Director

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A new Chapter in innovation

1st Steel
Win Exclusive
right to use TOR 1st to start North India
Introduction of
branded retailing
Shri Rathi Collaborates with Armastek
Re-rolling mill Birth of
on the steel bars production of 1st Mini Steel of Steel bars through
commissioned brand
in North India from TOR STEEL Plant the concept of Exclusive
at Loni Road, RATHI
Tor Istag Steel in India commissioned RATHI TOR
Shahdra, Delhi
Corporation Luxumberg. steel shops.
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&
Armastek, the global leader in GFRP Shri Rathi Group and Armastek
1942 1968 1968 1968 1970 1990 Armastek, founded in 2007, excels in composite Collaborating with Armastek, a renowned Russian
material technology. A global leader, it innovates and composite reinforcement manufacturer, Shri Rathi
produces construction materials (rebar, mesh, etc.) Group aims to revolutionize construction with
and equipment using unique methods. Based in Perm, sustainable solutions. Armastek's innovative fiberglass
Russia, it serves 30+ countries, transferring technology products outperform steel in strength while creating
Won rights from centre de to 12. Complying with European quality standards, its
recherches metallurgique
lighter, efficient structures.
Launch of
Belgium to use tempcore Launch of patented products have earned awards like "100 Best
Commissioning of Introduction of
Launch of brand Mera Steel; The partnership promotes sustainable building,
M/s Shri Rathi Steel Ltd., TMT bars in on the steel bars. Indias 1st Made to EUROTHERM Products of Russia" and "Best Exporter" in 2018 and
Ghaziabad North India. Commissioning of
“EUROTHERM”
Binding Wire reducing carbon footprint and enhancing structure
Order RATHI 2021. Among market leaders, it stands with Hughes
M/s. Shri Rathi Steel steel bars. durability. Together, Shri Rathi Group and Armastek
Dakshin Limited, Bhiwadi Brothers, Schöck Bauteile, and Dextra (Global
usher in an era of stronger, efficient, and sustainable
Information Premium Market Research, October 2022).
construction practices.
Continuous leadership Armastek's decade-long success in vital facility
Under Shri Anil Rathi's leadership, the Shri Rathi construction aligns with Shri Rathi's expertise,
Group continues its steel sector innovation. With promising a sustainable future. Their collaboration
2003 2005 2007 2009 2011 2014 expertise in Steel Melting and Rolling/Re-Rolling, capitalizes on GFRP technology, redefining
Shri Anil Rathi leads the Shri Rathi Group into the construction practices and demonstrating commitment
future, focussing on essential Rebars for the to excellence and the environment.
Construction Industry to meet India's growing
infrastructure and real estate demands.

Launch of Sustainable growth through GFRP

Launch of Launch of Launch of Increase in
Launch of 7 Star Advanced
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Shri Rathi Group embraces sustainable growth through
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Grade TMT Bar (Glass Fibre Reinforced Polymer)
TMT Bar TMT Bar
Bars, Mesh & Bent Elements offering a strong, eco-friendly alternative to
conventional steel. This move reduces environmental
impact and aligns with the Shri Rathi Group's values of
quality, integrity, and responsible practices.
Shri Rathi Group's journey, from a small mill to a major
steel industry player, reflects adaptability, innovation,
2015 2017 2018 2020 2021 2023 and commitment to excellence. Shri Anil Rathi's
leadership ensures the Shri Rathi Group's legacy of
technological advancement and sustainable steel
sector development.
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BP Composites FiReP Hughes

(TUFF-Bar) Brothers
GLOBAL COMPOSITE REBAR (GFRP) Other
MARKET RESEARCH 2022-2026

Armastek, Russia is one of the major players Hebel Yulong

in the market (composite reinforcement)
along with Hughes Brothers (Inc.), Schöck
Bauteile (Germany), Dextra (Inc.) and others. Schoeck
(Global Information Premium Market
Research, October 2022) Dextra Group

Armastek

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Application
GFRP (Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer) finds extensive applications in various industries and environments due to its unique

Non-Conductive/

Non-Conductive/
Corrosion-Free

Corrosion-Free
High Chemical

High Chemical
Non-Magnetic

Non-Magnetic
properties. Some of the key application areas of GFRP include:

Easy to Cut

Easy to Cut
Resistance

Resistance
Insulation

Insulation
Thermal

Thermal
Non-Conductive/

Non-Conductive/
Corrosion-Free

Corrosion-Free
High Chemical

High Chemical
Non-Magnetic

Non-Magnetic
Easy to Cut

Easy to Cut
Resistance

Resistance
Insulation

Insulation
Thermal

Thermal
Sewerage Treatment Plants ü ü ü ü ü Flooring ü ü ü ü ü
Underground Water Tanks ü ü ü ü ü Deck slabs ü ü ü ü ü
Roads and Highways Airports, Ports and Railways Stations Flooring ü ü ü ü ü
Approach Slabs ü ü ü Runways ü ü ü ü ü Boundary Walls ü ü ü ü ü Schools and Universities

Walkways of Foot Over Bridge ü ü ü ü Floorings ü ü ü ü ü Concrete Non Load bearing walls ü ü ü ü ü Sewerage Treatment Plants ü ü ü ü ü
(walls being made while using mywan shuttering)
Slab Culverts ü ü Drains ü ü ü ü ü Retaining Walls Flooring ü ü ü ü ü
ü ü ü ü ü
Bridge cum Bandhara, including Deck Slabs and Barriers Sewerage Treatment Plants ü ü ü ü ü Deck slabs ü ü ü ü ü Internal Roads ü ü ü ü ü
between Piers ü ü ü ü ü
Underground Water Tanks ü ü ü ü ü Underground Water Tanks ü ü ü ü ü
Concrete Roads including Jointed Plain Concrete Pavement ü ü ü ü
Landscaping ü ü ü ü Industrial Retaining Walls ü ü ü ü ü
Continuously- Reinforced Concrete Pavements (CRCP) ü ü ü ü Retaining Walls ü ü ü ü Mechanically Stabilised Earth Wall Panels ü ü ü ü ü
Underground Water Tanks ü ü ü ü ü
Short-Panel Concrete Pavements (both cast-in-situ and precast) ü ü ü ü Noise barriers ü ü ü ü ü Deck slabs ü ü ü ü ü
Sewerage Treatment Plants ü ü ü ü ü
Retaining Walls ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü
Helipads Flooring ü ü ü ü ü Laboratories ü ü ü ü ü
Noise barriers ü ü ü ü Railway Beds and Tracks ü ü ü ü ü Research Facilities ü ü ü ü ü
Parking Garages ü ü ü ü ü
Box Culverts ü ü ü ü Deck slabs ü ü ü ü ü Internal Roads ü ü ü ü ü
Crash Barriers & Bridge Parapets ü ü ü ü ü Warehousing
Non-Structural Walls ü ü ü ü ü Mechanically Stabilised Earth Wall Panels ü ü ü ü ü
Pedestrian Parapets and Railings ü ü ü ü ü Flooring ü ü ü ü ü
Retaining Walls ü ü ü ü ü
Bulkheads and Bulkhead Copings ü ü Internal Roads ü ü ü ü ü
Metro Rail and Railways Deck slabs ü ü ü ü ü
Mechanically Stabilised Earth Wall Panels and Copings ü ü ü ü ü Underground Water Tank ü ü ü ü ü
Tunnel Eyes ü ü ü ü ü Storage facilities for chemical & wastewater-treatment plants’ ü ü ü ü ü
Drains ü ü ü ü ü Deck slabs ü ü ü ü ü
Railway Beds and Tracks ü ü ü ü ü Drains ü ü ü ü ü
Retaining Walls ü ü ü ü ü
Retaining Walls ü ü ü ü ü Boundary Walls ü ü ü ü ü
Bridges and Tunnels
Noise barriers ü ü ü ü ü
Mechanically Stabilised Earth Wall Panels ü ü ü ü ü
Tunnel Eyes ü ü ü ü ü Floorings ü ü ü ü ü Hospitals and Research Centres
Mechanically Stabilised Earth Wall Panels and Copings ü ü ü Large Infrastructure Projects like Dams, Power Plants etc
ü ü Mechanically Stabilised Earth Wall Panels and Copings ü ü ü ü ü Sewerage Treatment Plants ü ü ü ü ü Internal Roads ü ü ü ü ü
Retaining Walls ü ü ü
Testing Facilities (Critical and Advance) ü ü ü ü ü
Bridge Decks and Bridge Deck overlays ü ü ü ü Underground Water Tanks ü ü ü ü ü
Real Estate Research Facilities ü ü ü ü ü
Noise barriers Sewerage Treatment Plants ü ü ü ü ü
ü ü Parking Garages ü ü ü ü ü Parking Garages ü ü ü ü ü Flooring ü ü ü ü ü
Concrete Roads including Jointed Plain Concrete Pavement ü ü ü
Swimming Pools ü ü ü ü ü Underground Water Tanks ü ü ü ü ü
Short-Panel Concrete Pavements(both cast-in-situ and precast) ü ü ü ü ü Deck slabs ü ü ü ü ü
Landscaping ü ü ü ü ü Internal Roads ü ü ü ü ü
Bridge Decks and Bridge Deck overlays ü ü ü ü ü Parking Garages ü ü ü ü ü
Drains ü ü ü ü ü Retaining Walls ü ü ü ü ü
Crash Barriers and Bridge Parapets ü ü ü ü ü Retaining Walls ü ü ü ü ü
Internal Roads ü ü ü ü ü Mechanically Stabilised Earth Wall Panels ü ü ü ü ü Mechanically Stabilised Earth Wall Panels ü ü ü ü ü
Waste water treatment plants ü ü ü ü ü

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Case Study

Delhi Metro
More than 20 tunnel boring machines were used Moreover, around 2.3 million Bartec couplers were
simultaneously to expedite the tunnel work through installed to connect rebars in various parts of the
10 soft-eyes installed in diaphragm walls. Thanks to the concrete structures of the stations. Bartec is a bar-break
cuttable nature of GFRP (glass fiber reinforced performance system, designed to withstand an ultimate
polymer) bars, TBMs can get in or out of tensile performance of up to 800 MPa.
shafts/stations in few minutes.
Furthermore, 450 sets of active anchors were applied to
retain walls during the excavation work. The anchors are
also made of GFRP, hence the tendons can be
excavated by any standard equipment, and no anchor
removal is required.

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GFRP USED WORLDWIDE

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Case Study Case Study

NHAI (IRC) Dubai Metro Viaducts, UAE

Glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) materials, which superior properties of composite materials lead to Project Description: The Dubai Metro is a rapid transit
are being used in military and aerospace applications for widespread use of GFRP construction products in system in the United Arab Emirates. For the construction
many years, have been developed into sustainable and transportation infrastructure applications. of viaducts, GFRP bars were used as reinforcements in
cost-effective construction solutions for the highway While it is an established fact that composites can the concrete structures. The GFRP bars provided
community’s infrastructure needs. One of the reasons dramatically increase the service life of highway excellent resistance to corrosion, a crucial factor in
why bridges and roads should be reinforced with infrastructure, it is important to determine how GFRP the humid and marine environment of Dubai.
composites is the ability of GFRP to effectively reinforcement and other materials can be best deployed.
encounter the shortcomings of traditional materials A significant amount of studies and research has been
such as steel. conducted to
Sufficient progress has been made in an attempt to start investigate the
the widespread application of GFRP to highway durability of GFRP in
infrastructure. It is understandable that the construction highway infrastructure
industry has to make sure whether or not GFRP applications.
technology holds to promise. Nevertheless, the

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Case Study Case Study

Zurich Airport Patna Metro Rail, India

Special reinforcement to enhance flight safety GFRP reinforcement instead of steel Project Description: The Patna Metro Rail project in
Manoeuvring aircraft on the ground is no less To ensure the functional reliability of this highly sensitive India incorporated GFRP bars and bent elements in the
challenging than when they are airborne; the process is system, the relevant concrete slabs must be construction of elevated viaducts and stations. GFRP
just slower. All larger airports constitute a complex permanently and non-magnetically reinforced. During materials were chosen to withstand the region's
system of take-off and landing runways and taxiways the ongoing work to extend Zurich Airport, the monsoon climate, reducing maintenance costs and
with built-in induction loops that help air traffic control do construction manager installed GFRP in these increasing the service life of the structures.
its job. sections. A total of around 25 kilometres of these
Like traffic lights on a road reinforcing bars are now installed beneath the
Ground lights – known as red stop bars – that are clearly taxiways at Zurich Airport. Whereas steel would
visible to pilots mark the "red line" in the truest sense of have produced interference in this case, the glass
the word to warn of neuralgic points. Under no fibre bars are neither magnetic nor magnetisable,
circumstances may these lines be crossed without air non-conductive and moreover non-corroding. A two-
traffic control's permission. part manufacturing process bundles the high-strength
glass fibres as compactly as possible before proofing
Using induction to detect danger
them with special vinyl ester. The result is a resistant
Induction loops in the ground before and after the red and durable material that indirectly even enhances flight
lights track aircraft movement. They create an electro-
magnetic field that changes as soon as a mass with its
own magnetic field – in this case a plane – enters it.

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The Burj Khalifa, Dubai, UAE Jizan Flood Mitigation Channel, the world's biggest GFRP project
The Burj Khalifa, the tallest skyscraper in the world, The new Jizan Economic City is an industrial and When completed, it will be the world’s largest project to
incorporates GFRP rebar in its construction. commercial hub with a busy port on the Red Sea. The be constructed using glass fibre-reinforced polymer
The use of GFRP rebar offers superior corrosion region is prone to flooding due to poor drainage and (GFRP) composite rebar as its concrete reinforcement.
resistance, higher tensile strength, and reduced weight heavy seasonal rainfall. Mandating the use of GFRP rebar is part of their non-
compared to traditional steel reinforcement. A major Saudi Aramco project for the area is the 23km- metallic initiative, a positive step towards fighting
GFRP enables the structure to withstand the harsh long Flood Mitigation Channel. The channel will play a corrosion and moving towards a more sustainable
vital role in protecting infrastructure and the community approach to infrastructure builds. The channel marks
who live in the city. It is also home to Saudi Aramco’s a significant turning point in the infrastructure sector. It is
Jizan oil refinery which processes 400,000 barrels of one of many large scale projects choosing GFRP rebar
crude per day. for its concrete reinforcement worldwide.

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Herbert C. Bonner Bridge Replacement, USA Large power station (GKM), Germany
Project Description: The replacement of the Herbert C. In preparation for the subsequent pipe penetrations, four bent elements stirrups were used as non-ferrous
Bonner Bridge in North Carolina, USA, utilized GFRP drilled piles were reinforced with machinable GFRP Bars reinforcement where lines were channelled through floor
bars in the concrete elements to combat the in the area of the cooling water intake structures. In the slabs. Planners of LAP opted for a design that
corrosive effects of the marine environment and second phase in autumn 2010, the four piles were then enabled installation of the GFRP bent elements
reinforced with GFRP along the entire length, not just in stirrups without the need for structural load-bearing
the area of the subsequent penetration. ability.
In a second part of the GKM project, GFRP bars and

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Max Planck Institute Precision Laboratory, UK YAS Island Formula 1 Racetrack - the finishing line
When building the precision laboratory at the Max equipment. The issue of electro-magnetic sensitivity A category 1 racetrack with 40 pit buildings and 5.5km of
Planck Institute for Solid State Research in Stuttgart, had to be taken into account at the early stages of race tracks, Yas Island F1 racetrack is a popular circuit
GFRP reinforcement was chosen. planning the new precision laboratory. Since to race in the Formula 1 calendar.
Scientists at this precision laboratory examine the conventional steel reinforcement was not an option in Precision timing is critical with milliseconds making the
electrical conductivity of – especially nanoscale – solid the immediate vicinity of the experiments, GFRP difference to first past the post. Metallic materials can
matter and focus on how the structure of the relevant reinforcement was chosen. It is not electro-magnetically cause interference to sensitive equipment. GFRP bar
material influences its electrical, mechanical or magnetic conductive yet still has composite properties that are was used as the main reinforcement due to its non-
properties. External influences must be minimised to similar to reinforcing steel. electromagnetic and non-magnetic properties.
ensure the precise functioning of the measuring

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Secant Pile application for Construction of Zayed Road Network in North" tunnel section (Brenner mountain pass in the Alps), 2006
Mina Zayed Area Main Tunnel, Abu Dhabi UAE In order to avoid the penetration of induction currents
The circular design needed to provide a design requiring bars, the weight was a lot less compared to other from the adjacent subway tunnel, reinforcement of bore
a combination of moment and shear loads. Design suppliers. piles and walls of the lower floors is steel-free.
safety and performance under combined loads were Why is GFRP rebar ideal for secant pile applications? The mesh of GFRP rebar of Ø8 mm is used.
checked and approved. The use of GFRP rebar allowed Reinforcement objectives — corrosion resistance
Overall, GFRP rebar provides a lightweight and
for an economic and safe design. and prevention of cracking.
corrosion-free material for secant pile applications.
GFRP bar and bent elements were used in an area of It’s quicker to work with, easier to cut, and provides Reinforced area — 6400 m2.
the main tunnel where the structure will be subjected to a 100-year service life.
heavy loads. The high tensile strength and high
modulus of elasticity were ideal plus it allowed for
good splice lengths. With the high values of GFRP

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Steel Furnace Foundation Muskrat Falls Hydroelectric Project, Canada

GFRP Rebar is reinforcement and it is one of the best GFRP Rebar is a durable material for foundation. It can Project Description: The Muskrat Falls Hydroelectric
material for roads construction. GFRP Rebar is an withstand heavy loads and extreme weather conditions. Project in Canada involved the construction of a dam
alternative of Steel reinforcement bars. It has GFRP Rebar require low maintenance cost. It does not and powerhouse complex. GFRP rebar and mesh were
several advantages like light weight, corrosion rust or degrade the construction so less cost of utilized to reinforce concrete elements due to their
resistant, and high strength. GFRP Rebar is a maintenance over life span of structure or construction. non-corrosive properties, ensuring long-term
environment friendly rebar. durability in the harsh, cold climate of Labrador.
GFRP rebar is resistant to corrosion and does not rust.
GFRP Rebar is an alternative of steel reinforcement
bars. steel bars would degrade the foundation quickly.
This makes it particularly useful in foundations that are

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Seawall & Road Side Barrier -Maui, Seawall - Honoapiilni Heavy Rail –Miami MetroRail –MIA 2.4 Miles of elevated rail
HI Honoapiilani Highway Highway 2012 • Rail Plinths 100% reinforced with GFRP Bars
– built in 2001 with steel

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Dry Dock McKinleyville, WV (1996)

1st Bridge with FRP Rebar

2001 - Dry Dock rehabilita on - Pearl Harbor Dry Dock rehabilita on

- Mul ple Dry Docks - Pearl Harbor

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Port of Rotterdam, Netherlands (Container Terminal Upgrades) FRP Rebar Use in USA 67 Bridges – 27 States
The Port of Rotterdam, Europe's oldest and busiest,
serves as a crucial hub for European maritime traffic. In
a monumental upgrade, engineers specified corrosion-
resistant rebar and dowels, ensuring enduring structural
integrity whilst minimizing the need for disruptive
Maine
maintenance in the future. (4 bridges)
Vermont
Glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) rebar are ideal (41 bridge)
New Hampshire
Minnesota
for heavy-load applications, particularly in areas where Oregon (1 bridge) (1 bridge)
(1 bridge)
corrosion risk and strength are paramount concerns. Michigan
Massachusetts
Wisconsin (2 bridges)
GFRP rebar were chosen to guarantee the longest (3 bridges)
(1 bridge)
New York
life cycle and high durability, meeting the demands (3 bridges)
of the port's heavily trafficked and load-bearing Iowa Pennsylvania Connecticut
Nebraska (2 bridges) (1 bridge) (1 bridge)
(1 bridge) Ohio
New Jersey
Indiana (4 bridges)
Colorado (1 bridge)
(1 bridge)
(2 bridges) Kansas West Virginia
Missouri Virginia
(1 bridge) (9 bridges)
(6 bridges) Kentucky (1 bridge)
(2 bridges)
North Carolina
(1 bridge)

Georgia
(2 bridges)
Texas
(3 bridges)

Florida
(8 bridges)

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Bond Strength Report of GFRP

Table 1 - Bond strength for rated diameter 6 mm, Concrete C20/25, test Temperature 20oC

JOB Related diameter Nominal diameter Nominal cross- No. of the test Bond failure load Bond strength Failure mode
No.: 20180576 (mm) (mm) sectional area piece Pc fc
(mm2) (kN) (MPa)
Clent: ARMASTEK Scientific & Production Company, Ltd.
27a Fedoseeva Str. 6 6,1 29,4 1 9,12 15,60 pull out failure
614101 Perm, Russian Federation
2 8,42 14,41 pul! out failure
OBJECT OF TESTING 3 8,23 4 4,08 pull out failure
Product: fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) reinforcement of concrete
4 7,21 12,34 pull out failure
Manufacturer: ARMASTEK Scientific & Production Company, Ltd.
27a Fedoseeva Str. 5 9,26 15,84 pull out failure
614101 Perm, Russian Federation
Manufacturing plant: at the manufacturer’s address Maximum value 9,26 15,84

Minimum value 7,21 12,34

PRODUCT SAMPLE
Description of sample: ARMAST EK composite GFRP reinforcement of diameter 6, 12 and 25 mm Total average 8,47 14,45
Designation by client: --
Date qf production: 03/2019
Place and date of sampling: at the manufacturer’s address, 05/2019
Sampling executed by: client
Place and date of delivery: TSUS — laboratory branch in Bratislava, 17.05.2019
Designation of specimens by lab: 360/19

TESTS
Bond strength by pull-out testing - unaccred ited test
Test procedure: ISO 10406-1: 2015 Fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) reinforcement of concrete — Test
methods — Part 1: FRP bars and grids
Description of test specimens: Test pieces of shape the cube, with a single FRP bar embedded vertically along the
central axis. The bonded length (5 x D, acc. to EAD DP 17-26-0023-03.01) for diamete
6 mm is 30 mm, for diameter 12 mm is 60 mm, for diameter 25 mm is 125 mm. Nominal
diameter Du is used from test report no. 20-19-1071. Size of cubes is acc. the ISO 10406-
1, Table 3. The cubes was made with spiral reinforcement long the central axis. Concrete
quality of the cubes for testing was made in two class C20/25 and C50/60 and a 28-day
cylinder compressive strength. Tested from production batch (lot): for diameter 6 mm: no.
47/1, 47/2, 61/1, 61/2, 68/1; for diameter 12 mm: no. 50/1, 64/1, 64/2 71/1, 71/2; for
diameter 25 mm: no. 53/1, 53/2, 67/1, 74/1, 74/2.
Test specimens prepared by: Peter Kir5ner
Conditioning of specimens in lab: conditioned according to ISO 10406-1
Specimen condition before testing: conditioned according to ISO 10406-1
Place of test execution: TSUS - laboratory branch in Bratislava
Test conditions: conditioned according to ISO 10406-1; loading rate: 10 N/mm 2,
test temperature was 20 °C and 80°C.
Deviations from standard: none
Date of test: 06. and 07.06.2019
Test personnel: Peter Kirs”ner

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Table 2 - Bond strength for rated diameter 12 mm, Concrete C20/25, test Temperature 20oC Table 3 - Bond strength for rated diameter 25 mm, Concrete C50/60, test Temperature 20oC

Related diameter Nominal diameter Nominal cross- No. of the test Bond failure load Bond strength Failure mode Related diameter Nominal diameter Nominal cross- No. of the test Bond failure load Bond strength Failure mode
(mm) (mm) sectional area piece Pc fc (mm) (mm) sectional area piece Pc fc
(mm2) (kN) (MPa) (mm2) (kN) (MPa)

12 12,2 116,9 6 30,37 13,00 pull out failure 25 25,0 490,4 1 139,20 14,18 pull out failure

7 30,77 13,16 pul! out failure 2 132,43 13,49 pul! out failure

8 32,07 13,72 pull out failure 3 143,32 14,60 pull out failure

9 33,40 14,29 pull out failure 4 147,55 15,03 pull out failure

10 32,66 13,97 pull out failure 5 139,20 14,18 pull out failure

Maximum value 33,40 14,29 Maximum value 147,55 15,03

Minimum value 30,37 13,00 Minimum value 132,43 13,49

Total average 31,84 13,63 Total average 140,63 14,30

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Shear Strength Report of GFRP Table 1 - Traverse shear strength ts of rated diameter 6 mm

Lot No: Nominal cross- No. of the test Shear failure Traverse shear Failure mode
JOB sectional area piece load strength
No.: 20180576 A (mm2) Ps (kN) Ts (MPa)
Clent: ARMASTEK Scientific & Production Company, Ltd. 1 13,37 227,07 normal sheared
27a Fedoseeva Str.
614101 Perm, Russian Federation 2 13,25 225,03 normal sheared
47/1 3 14,1 239,47 normal sheared
OBJECT OF TESTING
Product: fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) reinforcement of concrete 4 17,36 294,84 normal sheared
Manufacturer: ARMASTEK Scientific & Production Company, Ltd. 5 13,81 234,54 normal sheared
27a Fedoseeva Str.
614101 Perm, Russian Federation 6 12,95 217,94 normal sheared
Manufacturing plant: at the manufacturer’s address 7 13,98 237,43 normal sheared

PRODUCT SAMPLE 47/2 8 17,41 295,69 normal sheared

Description of sample: composite GFRP reinforcement of diameter 6, 12 and 25 mm 9 16,02 272,08 normal sheared
Designation by client: --
Date qf production: 03/2019 10 19,06 289,74 normal sheared
Place and date of sampling: at the manufacturer’s address, 05/2019 11 17,07 289,91 normal sheared
Sampling executed by: client
Place and date of delivery: TSUS — laboratory branch in Bratislava, 17.05.2019 29,44 12 17,86 303,33 normal sheared
Designation of specimens by lab: 360/19
61/1 13 12,36 209,92 normal sheared
TESTS 14 16,21 275,31 normal sheared
Traverse shear strength - unaccredited test
15 15,96 271,06 normal sheared
Test procedure: ISO 10406-1: 2015 Fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) reinforcement of concrete — Test
methods — Part 1: FRP bars and grids 16 13,06 221,81 normal sheared
Description of test specimens: composite GFRP reinforcement of diameter 6, 12, 25 mm, Tested from production batch 17 12,37 210,09 normal sheared
(Iot): for diameter 6mm: no. 47/1, 47/2, 61/1, 61/2 68/1; for diameter 8 mm : no. 48/1,
61/2 18 11,58 196,67 normal sheared
48/2, 62/1 69/1; for diamete r10 mm: no. 49/1, 63/1, 63/2, 70/1, 70/2; for diameter 12 mm:
no. 50/1, 64/1, 64/2 71/1, 71/2; for diamter 14 mm: no. 51/1, 51/2, 65/1, 72/1, 72/2; for 19 13,7 232,68 normal sheared
diameter 20 mm: no. 52/1, 66/1, 66/2, 73/1, 73/2; for diameter 25mm: no. 53/1, 53/2, 67/1, 20 14,46 245,58 normal sheared
74/1, 74/2.
21 13,36 226,90 normal sheared
Test specimens prepared by: Andrej Petrovic 22 15,84 269,02 normal sheared
Conditioning of specimens in lab: conditioned according to ISO 10406-1
Specimen condition before testing: conditioned according to ISO 10406-1 68/1 23 14,01 237,94 normal sheared
Place of test execution: TSUS - laboratory branch in Bratislava
24 14,74 250,34 normal sheared
Test conditions: conditioned according to ISO 10406-1
Deviations from standard: none 25 13,76 233,70 normal sheared
Date of test: 06. - 18.09.2019
Test personnel: Andrej Petrovic Maximum value Ts (MPa) 303,33

Minimum value Ts (MPa) 196,67

Total average Ts (MPa) 248,40

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Table 2 - Traverse shear strength ts of rated diameter 8 mm Table 3 - Traverse shear strength ts of rated diameter 10 mm

Lot No: Nominal cross- No. of the test Shear failure Traverse shear Failure mode Lot No: Nominal cross- No. of the test Shear failure Traverse shear Failure mode
sectional area piece load strength sectional area piece load strength
A (mm2) Ps (kN) Ts (MPa) A (mm2) Ps (kN) Ts (MPa)

1 22,91 225,85 normal sheared 1 31,85 218,19 normal sheared

2 23,16 228,31 normal sheared 2 32,32 224,41 normal sheared
48/1 3 22,22 219,05 normal sheared 49/1 3 38,42 263,20 normal sheared
4 25,3 249,41 normal sheared 4 29,38 201,27 normal sheared
5 23,03 227,03 normal sheared 5 31,39 215,04 normal sheared
6 20,98 206,82 normal sheared 6 26,15 179,14 normal sheared
7 19,94 196,57 normal sheared 7 32,33 221,48 normal sheared
48/2 8 18,46 181,98 normal sheared 63/1 8 33,33 228,33 normal sheared
9 23,95 236,10 normal sheared 9 33,28 227,99 normal sheared
10 23,19 228,61 normal sheared 10 32,02 219,35 normal sheared
11 23,22 228,90 normal sheared 11 31,28 214,29 normal sheared
50,72 12 19,62 193,41 normal sheared 72,94 12 35,61 243,95 normal sheared
62/1 13 24,81 244,58 normal sheared 63/2 13 30,62 209,76 normal sheared
14 19,09 188,19 normal sheared 14 31,4 215,11 normal sheared
15 22,18 218,65 normal sheared 15 37,88 259,50 normal sheared
16 20,04 197,56 normal sheared 16 28,93 198,19 normal sheared
17 24,4 240,54 normal sheared 17 35,76 244,98 normal sheared
62/2 18 23,46 231,27 normal sheared 70/1 18 31,76 217,57 normal sheared
19 19,42 191,44 normal sheared 19 31,75 217,51 normal sheared
20 18,82 185,53 normal sheared 20 36 246,62 normal sheared
21 22,81 224,86 normal sheared 21 32,74 224,29 normal sheared
22 17,75 174,98 normal sheared 22 30,74 210,59 normal sheared
69/1 23 21,18 208,79 normal sheared 70/2 23 30,71 210,38 normal sheared
24 21,85 215,40 normal sheared 24 29,14 199,63 normal sheared
25 18,88 186,12 normal sheared 25 32,61 223,40 normal sheared

Maximum value Ts (MPa) 249,41 Maximum value Ts (MPa) 263,20

Minimum value Ts (MPa) 174,98 Minimum value Ts (MPa) 179,14

Total average Ts (MPa) 213,20 Total average Ts (MPa) 221,25

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Table 4 - Traverse shear strength ts of rated diameter 12 mm Table 5 - Traverse shear strength ts of rated diameter 14 mm

Lot No: Nominal cross- No. of the test Shear failure Traverse shear Failure mode Lot No: Nominal cross- No. of the test Shear failure Traverse shear Failure mode
sectional area piece load strength sectional area piece load strength
A (mm2) Ps (kN) Ts (MPa) A (mm2) Ps (kN) Ts (MPa)

1 43,92 187,86 normal sheared 1 55,64 169,17 normal sheared

2 48,27 206,46 normal sheared 2 60,77 184,77 normal sheared
50/1 3 46,73 199,87 normal sheared 49/1 3 55,54 168,87 normal sheared
4 45,61 195,08 normal sheared 4 55,44 168,56 normal sheared
5 49,86 213,26 normal sheared 5 58,57 178,08 normal sheared
6 43,52 186,14 normal sheared 6 60,97 185,38 normal sheared
7 45,74 195,64 normal sheared 7 62,99 191,52 normal sheared
64/1 8 43,61 186,53 normal sheared 63/1 8 60,07 182,64 normal sheared
9 38,9 166,38 normal sheared 9 58,45 177,72 normal sheared
10 42,49 181,74 normal sheared 10 58,84 178,90 normal sheared
11 47,77 204,32 normal sheared 11 61,67 187,51 normal sheared
116,87 12 46,83 200,30 normal sheared 72,94 12 59,22 180,06 normal sheared
64/1 13 45,56 194,87 normal sheared 63/2 13 64,16 195,08 normal sheared
14 46,69 199,70 normal sheared 14 66,08 200,92 normal sheared
15 44,33 189,61 normal sheared 15 57,09 173,58 normal sheared
16 48,30 206,59 normal sheared 16 68,41 208,00 normal sheared
17 47,4 202,74 normal sheared 17 63,12 191,92 normal sheared
71/1 18 44,04 188,37 normal sheared 70/1 18 64,8 197,72 normal sheared
19 48,64 208,04 normal sheared 19 59,48 180,85 normal sheared
20 52,98 226,61 normal sheared 20 61,14 185,90 normal sheared
21 41,87 179,09 normal sheared 21 65,03 197,72 normal sheared
22 48,76 208,56 normal sheared 22 63,79 193,95 normal sheared
71/1 23 44,67 191,06 normal sheared 70/2 23 59,81 181,85 normal sheared
24 46,11 197,22 normal sheared 24 68,06 206,94 normal sheared
25 46,36 198,29 normal sheared 25 65,58 199,40 normal sheared

Maximum value Ts (MPa) 213,26 Maximum value Ts (MPa) 208,00

Minimum value Ts (MPa) 166,38 Minimum value Ts (MPa) 168,56

Total average Ts (MPa) 196,57 Total average Ts (MPa) 186,65

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Table 6 - Traverse shear strength ts of rated diameter 20 mm Table 7 - Traverse shear strength ts of rated diameter 25 mm

Lot No: Nominal cross- No. of the test Shear failure Traverse shear Failure mode Lot No: Nominal cross- No. of the test Shear failure Traverse shear Failure mode
sectional area piece load strength sectional area piece load strength
A (mm2) Ps (kN) Ts (MPa) A (mm2) Ps (kN) Ts (MPa)

1 111,82 165,81 normal sheared 1 168,44 171,71 normal sheared

2 113,07 167,67 normal sheared 2 191,02 194,73 normal sheared
52/1 3 112,03 166,12 normal sheared 53/1 3 202,38 206,31 normal sheared
4 109,58 162,49 normal sheared 4 166,93 170,17 normal sheared
5 114,05 169,12 normal sheared 5 157,46 160,52 normal sheared
6 120,4 178,54 normal sheared 6 182,88 186,43 normal sheared
7 117,45 174,16 normal sheared 7 170,77 174,08 normal sheared
66/1 8 121,68 170,43 normal sheared 53/2 8 173,32 176,68 normal sheared
9 120,72 179,01 normal sheared 9 222,13 226,44 normal sheared
10 118,5 175,72 normal sheared 10 191,42 195,13 normal sheared
11 119,55 177,28 normal sheared 11 202,33 206,26 normal sheared
337,16 12 113,79 168,73 normal sheared 490,41 12 169,33 172,62 normal sheared
66/2 13 123,31 182,85 normal sheared 67,1 13 176,77 180,20 normal sheared
14 124,57 184,72 normal sheared 14 183,16 186,73 normal sheared
15 124,1 184,02 normal sheared 15 189,48 193,16 normal sheared
16 127,09 188,46 normal sheared 16 168,4 171,67 normal sheared
17 130,26 193,16 normal sheared 17 226,07 230,46 normal sheared
73/1 18 126,13 187,03 normal sheared 74/1 18 207,74 211,77 normal sheared
19 136,56 202,50 normal sheared 19 201,82 205,74 normal sheared
20 133,03 197,27 normal sheared 20 181,76 185,29 normal sheared
21 125,59 186,23 normal sheared 21 183,53 187,09 normal sheared
22 138,17 204,89 normal sheared 22 193,12 196,87 normal sheared
73/2 23 132,68 196,75 normal sheared 74/2 23 212,71 216,84 normal sheared
24 127,34 188,83 normal sheared 24 231,79 236,28 normal sheared
25 121,77 180,57 normal sheared 25 192,52 196,26 normal sheared
Maximum value Ts (MPa) 204,89 Maximum value Ts (MPa) 236,29

Minimum value Ts (MPa) 182,49 Minimum value Ts (MPa) 160,52

Total average Ts (MPa) 193,58
Total average Ts (MPa) 181,69

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Tensile Strength Report of GFRP Table 1 - Tensile strength of rated diameter 6 mm

JOB Rated diameter No. of the test Nominal cross- Tensile Strength Maximum tensile Tensile modulus Total percentage
(mm) area sectional area Rm force of elasticity extension at
No.: 20180576 A (mm2) (MPa) Fm (kN) E (MPa) maximum force
Clent: ARMASTEK Scientific & Production Company, Ltd. Agt (%)
27a Fedoseeva Str.
1 1144 33.42 50487 2,7
614101 Perm, Russian Federation
2 1164 34,04 47580 2,3
OBJECT OF TESTING 3 1227 35,85 49776 2,9
Product: ARMASTEK composite GFRP reinforcement
4 1161 33,94 48568 2,9
Manufacturer: ARMASTEK Scientific & Production Company, Ltd.
27a Fedoseeva Str. 5 1143 33,40 50166 2,4
614101 Perm, Russian Federation 1 1291 37,72 50549 3,4
Manufacturing plant: ARMASTEK Scientific & Production Company, Ltd.
27a Fedoseeva Str. 2 1107 32,36 51788 2,7
614101 Perm, Russian Federation 3 1134 33,14 47030 2,6
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4 1153 33,70 50462 2,8
Description of sample: ARMASTEK composite GFRP reinforcement of diameter 6, 8, 10 mm
Designation by client: – 5 1045 30,55 49511 2,7
Date qf production: 03/2019 1 1214 35,49 51345 2,5
Place and date of sampling: at the manufacturer’s address, 05/2019
2 1113 32,50 50565 2,6
Sampling executed by: client
Place and date of delivery: TSUS — laboratory branch in Bratislava, 17.05.2019 6 3 29.22 1110 32,45 49705 2,5
Designation of specimens by lab: 360/19 4 1249 36,50 50876 2,7

TESTS 5 1119 31,91 55264 2,4

Traverse strength 1 1137 33,24 56119 2,3
Test procedure: ISO 10406-1: 2015 Fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) reinforcement of concrete — Test
2 1166 34,04 50215 2,6
methods — Part 1: FRP bars and grids
Description of test specimens: composite GFRP reinforcement of diameter 6, 8, 10 mm, 3 1227 35,87 52123 3,2
Test specimens prepared by: client 4 1085 31,70 51853 2,2
Conditioning of specimens in lab: conditioned according to ISO 10406-1:2015
5 1148 33,54 51709 2,4
Specimen condition before testing: conditioned according to ISO 10406-1:2015
Place of test execution: TSUS - laboratory branch in Bratislava 1 1177 34,40 51022 3,4
Test conditions: conditioned according to ISO 10406-1:2015
2 1152 33,68 50685 2,4
Deviations from standard: none
Date of test: 15-18.10.2019, 29.01.2020 3 1120 32,72 47085 2,5
Test personnel: Jozef Filler 4 1156 33,77 46900 1,7

5 1152 33,66 50329 2,7

average 1156 33,74 50469 2,6

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Table 3 - Tensile strength of rated diameter 10 mm

Table 2 - Tensile strength of rated diameter 8 mm

Rated diameter No. of the test Nominal cross- Tensile Strength Maximum tensile Tensile modulus Total percentage
Rated diameter No. of the test Nominal cross- Tensile Strength Maximum tensile Tensile modulus Total percentage (mm) area sectional area Rm force of elasticity extension at
(mm) area sectional area Rm force of elasticity extension at A (mm2) (MPa) Fm (kN) E (MPa) maximum force
A (mm2) (MPa) Fm (kN) E (MPa) maximum force Agt (%)
Agt (%)
1 1273 92,14 53130 2,8
1 1096 55,10 48174 2,4
2 1276 92,38 52365 2,4
2 1168 58,73 50124 2,6
3 1279 85,31 55986 2,3
3 1115 56,07 49857 2,7
4 1240 89,74 51897 3,6
4 1094 55,00 50046 2,6
5 1322 95,71 53016 3,3
5 1160 58,31 54372 2,5
1 1214 87,85 52351 2,2
1 1261 63,37 52014 3,6
2 1150 83,26 53218 2,8
2 1155 58,06 49526 2,8
3 1240 89,77 52738 2,7
3 1101 55,32 51254 4,0
4 1226 88,72 51215 2,3
4 1044 52,48 49534 2,6
5 1203 87,08 54705 2,4
5 1182 59,42 51120 2,7
1 1230 89,02 50412 2,6
1 1173 58,97 51965 2,8
2 1212 87,74 50888 2,6
2 1091 54,83 52013 2,9
10 3 72,38 1216 88,01 53214 2,7
8 3 50,27 1095 55,04 49932 2,4
4 1165 84,36 51160 2,7
4 1066 53,60 51236 2,4
5 1222 88,42 53205 3,0
5 1096 55,11 49627 2,6
1 1246 90,19 54620 2,6
1 1053 52,95 49898 2,7
2 1236 89,44 53521 2,6
2 1163 58,46 51576 2,8
3 1230 89,05 52862 2,9
3 1075 54,02 51291 2,2
4 1261 91,26 53359 2,8
4 1097 55,14 45461 2,8
5 1290 93,34 52695 3,5
5 1188 59,71 51343 2,8
1 1257 90,98 50919 2,6
1 1171 58,85 46772 2,9
2 1281 92,76 53339 2,8
2 1094 55,00 50046 2,6
3 1234 89,33 51176 2,8
3 1108 55,70 48905 2,4
4 1276 92,36 51208 3,3
4 1075 54,02 45119 2,5
5 1233 89,23 52361 2,7
5 1058 53,18 46489 2,4
average 1237 89,50 52622 2,7
average 1119 56,26 49908 2,7

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Table 4 - Tensile test of rated diameter 12 mm Table 5 - Tensile test of rated diameter 14 mm

Rated diameter No. of the Nominal cross- Tensile Strength Maximum Tensile modulus Total percentage Type of Rated diameter No. of the Nominal cross- Tensile Strength Maximum Tensile modulus Total percentage Type of
(mm) test area sectional area Rm tensile force of elasticity extension at failure (mm) test area sectional area Rm tensile force of elasticity extension at failure
A (mm2) (MPa) Fm (kN) E (MPa) maximum force A (mm2) (MPa) Fm (kN) E (MPa) maximum force
Agt (%) Agt (%)

1 999 116,76 48 611 2,4 failure of ribbers 1 1 076,2 153,59 52 166 1,9 failure of ribbers

2 1 093,4 156,04 51 656 2,0 failure of ribbers

2 1 080 126,2 75 688 2,0 failure of ribbers
3 991,3 141,48 46 412 2,0 failure of ribbers
3 1 042 121,82 51 430 2,2 failure of ribbers
4 1 048,7 149,67 56 923 1,8 failure of ribbers
4 1 070 125,03 55 240 2,0 failure of ribbers
5 1 006,2 143,60 46 195 2,1 failure of ribbers
12 5 116,90 1 136 132,82 54 603 2,4 failure of ribbers
6 1 154,1 164,70 46 067 2,3 failure of ribbers
6 1 022 119,44 52 554 2,0 failure of ribbers
7 1 148,1 163,85 50 916 2,1 failure of ribbers
7 1 061 124,06 55 177 2,1 failure of ribbers
8 1 178,3 168,16 55 502 2,6 failure of ribbers
8 1 124 131,4 52 423 2,3 failure of ribbers
9 1 078,9 153,98 47 490 2,1 failure of ribbers
9 997 116,5 60 449 1,8 failure of ribbers
10 1 180,5 160,47 51 758 2,1 failure of ribbers
10 1 004 117,36 53 560 2,0 failure of ribbers 14 11 142,72 1 097,4 156,62 49 063 2,0 failure of ribbers
average 1 053,6 123,1 52 473 2,1 12 1 035,8 147,82 54 127 1,7 failure of ribbers
standart deviations 50,0 5,9 2 210,6 0,2 13 1 053,3 150,32 50 634 1,9 failure of ribbers

14 1 128,3 161,02 50 120 2,2 failure of ribbers

15 1 101,0 157,13 50 032 2,1 failure of ribbers

16 1 229,9 175,53 52 102 2,2 failure of ribbers

17 1 096,9 156,55 45 781 2,2 failure of ribbers

18 1 180,6 168,49 49 335 2,2 failure of ribbers

19 1 036,0 147,85 49 017 1,9 failure of ribbers

20 1 111,9 158,69 46 875 2,2 failure of ribbers

21 1 095,0 156,27 48 762 2,1 failure of ribbers

22 1 161,1 165,71 50 541 2,2 failure of ribbers

23 1 151,8 164,30 49 764 2,1 failure of ribbers

24 1 089,7 155,52 51 270 2,1 failure of ribbers

25 1 107,2 158,02 51 922 2,0 failure of ribbers

average 1 105,3 157,74 50 177 2,1

standart deviations 58,7 8,38 2 863,6 0,1

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Table 6 - Tensile test of rated diameter 20 mm

Rated diameter No. of the Nominal cross- Tensile Strength Maximum Tensile modulus Total percentage Type of
(mm) test area sectional area Rm tensile force of elasticity extension at failure
A (mm2) (MPa) Fm (kN) E (MPa) maximum force
Agt (%)

1 1 043,2 328,80 45 647 2,6 failure of ribbers

2 1 097,6 345,97 45 944 3,3 failure of ribbers

20 3 315,20 974,0 307,00 44 416 2,7 failure of ribbers

4 1 149,5 362,18 43 284 3,6 failure of ribbers

5 1 088,3 343,03 43 672 3,3 failure of ribbers

average 1 070,5 337,4 44 593 3,1

standart deviations 65,9 20,7 1 175,7 0,4

PROPERTIES Grade 500 GFRP COMPARISON

Tensile strength Mpa ü 500 min ü 800-1100 Stronger

Weight/Meter 8mm ü 0.395 kg ü 0.080 kg Lighter

Bar Length ü 12 meter ü upto 100 meters Better improvement

Durability embedded ü 50 years ü (+) 100years More durable

Class III and IV ü (+/-)5years ü (+) 100 years More durable

Corrosion resistance No Yes More durable

Electric conductivity ü Yes ü No No accidents risk

Thermal conductivity ü Yes ü No Does not dissipate heat

Concrete covering 35mm - 45mm 20mm Lower concrete volume

Shear Strength 120 170 Higher

Bond strength MPa/N/mm^2 14* 12.5 Lower

Compression MPa/N/mm^2 500 450 Lower

Modulus of Elasticity [Gpa] 160-200 65 Lower

Elongation [%] 12% (min.) 4% (max.) Lower

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Density [ton/m ) 7.8 1.9 Lower

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TMT / CRS / STAINLESS STEEL 7 STAR ADVANCED

TMT BARS (500 GRADE) GFRP REBARS
Diameter Weight of Tensile Diameter Weight of Tensile
1 meter bar strength 1 meter bar strength
mm kg N mm kg N GFRP MESH
4 0.099 6300 4 0.016 8000
5 0.154 9800 5 0.027 13800
6 0.222 14150 6 0.041 21200 Application:
8 0.395 25150 7 0.059 30200
10 0.617 39250 8 0.079 40700
1. Housing and civil projects
12 0.888 56550 10 0.129 66400 2. Structures located in coastal areas, airports, hospitals, military bases and more

GFRP - - - 11 0.138 70846 3. Industrial grade projects

TABLE OF SUBSTITUTION 14 1.21 77000 12 0.169 86546 4. Bridge building
16 1.58 100500 13 0.202 103816 5. Railway construction
- - - 14 0.239 122656 6. Concrete reinforcement (foundations, walls, concrete blocks and more)
18 2 127000 15 0.279 143066
20 2.47 157000 16 0.322 165046
Forms of Issuance:
25 3.85 245500 20 0.524 268666
32 6.31 400500 25 0.845 433516 - Cards
36 7.99 509000 27 0.995 510446 - Rolls
- - - 28 1.075 551266
- - - 29 1.158 593656 Sizes:
40 9.87 628500 30 1.243 637616
- Width - from 500 to 2000 mm
- Cell: 50х50 / 100х100 / 150*150 / 200*200 mm
- Bar diameter from 4 to 6 mm

Diameters of GFRP Kind of packaging Length of bar Quantity of GFRP Meters in a coil
Bars bars in a packaging

Ø 4 mm bars / coils 50 up to

Ø 6 mm bars / coils 50 100 meters

Ø 8 mm bars / coils 50

Ø 10 mm bars / coils 25

Ø 12 mm bars / coils 15 up to 50 meters

GFRP Ø 14 mm bars up to 10 N/A

Ø 16 mm bars 12 meters 5 N/A

PACKAGING Ø 18 mm bars 5 N/A
DETAIL Ø 20 mm bars 5 N/A

Ø 22 mm bars 5 N/A

Ø 24 mm bars 5 N/A

Ø 26 mm bars 5 N/A

Ø 28 mm bars 5 N/A

Ø 30 mm bars 5 N/A

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 Advantages of GFRP Mesh vs. Steel Mesh Rebar

COST SAVING TIME SAVING

Reduction in consumption of No time required for

reinforcement by 30% to 50% preparing the Mesh

Elimination of theft of TMT bars No Work supervision

during transit / at Site required

Extremely fast and

No Overlapping cost
easy to lay

Less Scrap Generation

LONG-LIFE

Less Expense of Binding Wire Corrosion Proof

No requirement of expensive Higher crack tolerance by

labour to prepare and lay the mesh upto 75% in aqueous conditions

Rust, Chemicals &

Lower Logistics cost
Alkali resistant

Reduced concrete cover by 25mm Durability of 100 years +

No requirement of expensive Ad
mixtures for corrosion resistance

No need to repair the flooring

after 10 years due to Corrosion

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For more information call :

Dhruv Rathi Gopal Rathi

Director Director
+91 98117 88272 +91 98730 23593
[email protected] [email protected]

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