Description This shipping center used FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fibers in this newly constructed warehouse floor. Replacing traditional reinforcement increased job site safety while saving construction dollars. Known as the best mixing and finishing fiber on the market, FORTA-FERRO provided a superior finish on this project. Technical Specifications Fiber Reinforcement: FORTA-FERRO® 2-¼” Fibers Specified: Replaced Wire […]
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Description This newly constructed warehouse floor used FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fibers to control cracking and extend long-term durability. Using the best mixing and finishing fiber on the market allowed for a beautiful polished finish. Technical Specifications Fiber Reinforcement: FORTA-FERRO® 2-¼” Slab Thickness: 5″ Joint Spacing: 12′ X 12′ Finishing Method: Polished Download PDF
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Description This newly constructed commercial facility used FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fibers to reinforce the interior floor as well as the truck apron and parking areas. The use of FORTA-FERRO in lieu of traditional steel reinforcements allowed the project to stay on schedule in spite of last minute contactor changes. Technical Specifications Fiber Reinforcement: FORTA-FERRO® 2-¼” […]
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Description This newly constructed hospital addition used FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fibers in place of wire mesh to control cracking and add durability. Using the industry’s easiest mixing and finishing reinforcement fiber allowed this lightweight concrete to be pumped with great success. Technical Specifications Fiber Reinforcement: FORTA-FERRO® 2-¼” Application: Slab-on-Metal-Deck Project Size: 75,000 sq ft Delivery […]
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Description Blue Royal Dairy Farms poured a new feed storage slab in Reedsville, WI. The contractor, St. Louis Construction, sees the benefits with fiber reinforcement in large agricultural projects. The original design called for #5 Rebar 10” on center, but with labor shortages and material delays, a conversion to FORTA-FERRO was the clear choice. Using […]
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Description Contractors were able to decrease the number of pours and total project time in this industrial reconstruction. The use of FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fibers add durability and impact resistance without the need for costly and time consuming traditional steel reinforcements. Key Points Increased Durability Increased Impact Resistance Decreased Project Time Download PDF
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Description Papé is the authorized dealer for Kenworth’s heavy-haul equipment in the Pacific Northwest. The owners chose to use FORTA-FERRO in the construction of their new location to create a durable, Stronger Lasting™ pavement while minimizing the traditional steel rebar needed for their heavy-load truck demands. A large portion of these slabs also include hydronic […]
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Description Papé is the authorized dealer for Kenworth’s heavy-haul equipment in the Pacific Northwest. The owners chose to use FORTA-FERRO in the construction of their new location to create a durable, Stronger Lasting™ pavement while minimizing traditional steel rebar needed for their heavy-load truck demands. A large portion of these slabs also include hydronic heat […]
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Description Contractors replaced specified steel reinforcement with FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fibers in this newly constructed apartment complex. The use of fiber reinforcement is a lower cost alternative to buying and placing traditional steel methods. This saved both owners and the contractor time and money. Key Points Improved Worksite Safety Reduced Overall Costs Saved Time Download […]
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Description Both the Construction Manager and the Ready Mix Producer preferred to use FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fibers instead of traditional steel reinforcement. FORTA-FERRO was chosen due to its crack resistance capabilities as well as its ability to lower overall costs of the project. Key Points Increased Durability Reduced Cracking Reduced Costs Download PDF
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