Project Description FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fibers were used to improve concrete wearing in the drive-thru, parking, and pump areas where heavy vehicle traffic and salt application would normally result in freeze/thaw cracking. This reinforcement fiber will not only mitigate potential slab cracking but also offers cost savings over steel reinforcement. Technical Specifications Fiber Reinforcement: FORTA-FERRO® […]
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Project Description The General Contractor requested FORTA-FERRO in the concrete apron to eliminate the use of steel reinforcement in the original design. FORTA’s macro synthetic fiber creates a Stronger Lasting™ concrete that will handle the load of the heavy machinery onsite. This fiber helped optimize the original design and allowed for a superior broom finish […]
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Project Description This overlay project was the largest FORTA-FERRO project for 2022, using over 200,000 lb. of FORTA’s most popular fiber reinforcement. This pavement was over 13 miles long and 32 ft. wide. The addition of the fiber promises to be a viable return on owner investment due to the extended life and durability. Technical […]
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Project Description The contractor was able to reduce time and material by eliminating the steel from this project. Their paving machine was able to install a beautiful, groomed finish as fast as the concrete could be delivered without stopping to install steel. Croell added the fibers at their mobile batch plant directly from large containers […]
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Project Description As storage and theft were of concern to the contractors, FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fibers were chosen to reinforce these parking & bike pads instead of wire mesh. This will create a Stronger Lasting™ project that will withstand the test of time. The finishers on-site had requested to use FORTA reinforcement fibers due to […]
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Project Description Specified FORTA-FERRO reinforcement fibers saved this homeowner time and money by eliminating the need to tie and chair traditional steel reinforcement. Using a 3500-psi mix, 1½” aggregate, and 5.0 lbs/cu yd of FORTA’s macro synthetic fiber, contractors laid this slab-on-ground in seven pour sections to ensure quality. 3D fine grade technology and mapping […]
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MnDOT specified fibers be used in 11 bridges being done on I-35W and I-94 from downtown to crosstown in Minneapolis, MN. This is a lengthy project which includes installing new non-fiber concrete on a 50-year old freeway, new ramp access from I-35W south to Lake St. and from I-35W north to 28th St.,and building MnPASS lanes near the downtown bus station at Lake St. for better transit service.
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Description Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) used FORTA-FERRO reinforcement fibers to reconstruct the on/off ramps on this heavy-volume road. The macro synthetic fibers increase impact resistance and decrease concrete permeability allowing this repair to remain Stronger Lasting™. Technical Specifications Fiber Reinforcement: FORTA-FERRO® 2-¼” Total Project Size 800 yds Delivery Method: Tailgated Finishing Method: Heavy Broomed […]
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Description This newly constructed parking lot, at a distribution location for National Pump, includes forklift as well as high volume truck traffic. The contractor preferred to use FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fibers instead of rebar for safety, supply chain concerns, and cost savings. Technical Specifications Fiber Reinforcement: FORTA-FERRO® 2-¼” Total Project Size: 300 cu yd Replaced: […]
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Description This new construction at Levelland Delinting Plant replaced specified traditional steel reinforcement for FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fibers. Using reinforcement fibers saved time and money, as well as provided increased safety to workers. Technical Specifications Fiber Reinforcement: FORTA-FERRO® 2-¼” Replaced: Steel Reinforcement Delivery Method: Tailgated Finishing Method: Broomed Download PDF
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