Project Description The use of FORTA-FERRO reinforcement fibers allowed for faster placement of the concrete and will give owners a better wearing surface on the slab. Even though this project was completed in a Northeast winter climate, the mixing & finishing capabilities of this macro synthetic fiber grant increased ease of use and placement. Technical […]
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Project Description Eliminating specified steel allowed contractors to stay on schedule and provide a safer work environment during this project. FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fibers can be used in multiple applications and will improve fatigue resistance and impact strength. Technical Specifications Fiber Reinforcement: FORTA-FERRO® 2-¼” Dosage: 4.5 lb/cu yd Replaced: Specified 4×4 W4.0xW4.0 Delivery Method: Pumped […]
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Project Description This new interior floor was designed to tie into existing concrete and would have been very difficult to use any type of traditional steel reinforcement. This project also combines two different types of finishes, and FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fiber worked well in both situations. Technical Specifications Fiber Reinforcement: FORTA-FERRO® 2-¼” Dosage: 3.0 lb/cu […]
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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 Having used FORTA-FERRO in several other buildings, owners chose to replace specified steel reinforcement in this newly constructed building. This allowed contractors to speed up pouring of the concrete and created a safer job site. This macro synthetic fiber also establishes a better wearing surface over the life of the concrete. Technical Specifications […]
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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 This manufacturing company chose FORTA-FERRO reinforcement fiber for crack control and post crack residual strength in this slab-on-ground application. This macro synthetic fiber also provides increased impact, and fatigue resistance allowing this project to remain Stronger Lasting™ for many years to come. Technical Specifications Fiber Reinforcement: FORTA-FERRO® 2-¼” Total Project Size: 25,000 sq […]
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Project Description This rehabilitated mezzanine used FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fibers to control cracking and increase long-term durability. The ease of use of FORTA-FERRO allowed this 5.0 lb/cu yd of reinforced concrete to be pumped into place quickly and efficiently. Technical Specifications Fiber Reinforcement: FORTA-FERRO® 2-¼” Total Project Size: 110 yds Delivery Method: Pumped Finishing Method: Steel-Troweled […]
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Project Description Owner, Synergy Development in Sandy, Utah, utilized FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fiber in this newly constructed warehouse floor, to provide the premium architectural effect required. Stout Building Contractors optimized joint spacing to diminish the reflection cast on tilt-up wall panels. Not only did this reduce the reflection on the architectural finish, but it also […]
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