Description FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fibers were used instead of traditional reinforcement to reinforce these concrete turtle pavers. They used 128 ounces of Portland cement and mixed 6-7 cups of water until smooth. Then 9 grams of fiber reinforcement was added and mixed it through. The turtles were placed on a shaker table for approximately 15 […]
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Project Description b Additional benefits included uniform mixing and ease of placement while using a 7.5 lbs./ cu. yd. dosage of FORTA-FERRO®. Project homeowners placed and finished the patio themselves which supports the reputation that FORTA-FERRO® is extremely easy to work with and finishes beautifully. Key Points Reduced Cracking Replaced Steel Reinforcement Uniform Mixing Superior Finish […]
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Project Description FORTA-FERRO® was used to reinforce a residential driveway and walkway in Clarence, New York. Due to the success with FORTA-FERRO® in the past, the project contractor chose to use fiber again because of its ability to reduce cracking, extend the concrete life, and produce an excellent finish. The exposed aggregate slab contained a […]
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Project Description Designed by Tristan Al-Haddad, this project gave Promenade Towers in Atlanta, GA, a unique and artistic focal point for their main entrance. Promenade Towers shares the same street as the Woodruff Arts Center, an artistic hub with a rich history and an expansive community outreach. FORTA-FERRO® was used to reinforce this sculpture and provide extra […]
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Project Description The project architectural and engineering teams called for a high dosage of fiber reinforcement, rather than a conventional temperature-shrinkage steel reinforcement. The concrete included 7.5 lbs. / cu. yd. of the 2-1/4″ long FORTA-FERRO®, along with an integral color additive. The slab areas covered over 50,000 sq. ft., requiring approximately 700 cubic yards of fiber […]
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Project Description Typically, decorative concrete contractors shy away from the use of the second generation macro synthetic fibers in stamped and decorative concrete due to fear of having visible fibers on the surface after completion. The contractor for this project, who uses the FORTA-FERRO® in his standard slab-on-grade projects, wanted to test FORTA-FERRO® for finish ability in this decorative […]
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Project Description The residence and winery at Arroyo Grande Ranch represent a multi-application project for FORTA-FERRO®. Beginning in early 2004, FORTA-FERRO® has been used in over 900 cubic yards of concrete applications on the ranch, including a 1/2 mile of stamped and colored hillside driveways, a smooth-finish tennis court slab, precast/prestressed concrete roof trusses, and over 300 cubic yards […]
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