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June 2, 2023

Victor K. Phillips Nursing and Allied Health Building – Butler, PA

Description FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fibers replaced specified steel in this newly constructed multi-story building. Using reinforcement fibers instead of wire mesh lowered overall project costs and increased worker safety. Contractors were happy with the delivery and finishing abilities of FORTA-FERRO. Technical Specifications Fiber Reinforcement: FORTA-FERRO® 2-¼” Total Project Size: 320 yds Delivery Method: Pumped Finishing […]

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May 22, 2023

Stella & Chewy’s – Oak Creek, WI

Description Stella & Chewy’s, a pet food manufacturer, expanded its headquarters in Oak Creek, WI. The project’s contractor, Whitetail Concrete, sees the benefits in using fiber reinforcement. With labor shortages, project deadlines, and top performance standards, FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fiber, was the clear choice, due to its ease of use and mixing and finishing capabilities. […]

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May 22, 2023

State Route 28 On/Off Ramps – Slate Lick , PA

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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May 15, 2023

Norman Regional Hospital West Campus – Norman, OK

Description Decreasing the need for WWF was crucial in this newly constructed multi-story building. FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fibers was the clear choice, not only providing increased safety but for its ease of use and mixing and finishing capabilities. Technical Specifications Fiber Reinforcement: FORTA-FERRO® 2-¼” Total Project Size: 7,000 yds Delivery Method: Pumped Finishing Method: Troweled […]

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May 15, 2023

Fulfillment Center – Pflugerville, TX

Description This newly constructed interior flooring used the market’s most popular mixing and finishing fiber reinforcement. Owners benefitted from a dedicated FORTA Family member assigned to this project, making it another Stronger Lasting™ project. Technical Specifications Fiber Reinforcement: FORTA-FERRO® 2-¼” Application: Slab-on-Ground Dosage: 7.5 lb/cu yd Total Project Size: 375,840 sq ft Download PDF

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May 15, 2023

Large Sortation Facility – Union City, GA

Description FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fibers were used in the construction of this large sortation facility due to its increased durability and ductility. The high-volume robotic traffic at this facility requires increased surface durability and crack-controlling characteristics of FORTA reinforcement fibers. Technical Specifications Fiber Reinforcement: FORTA-FERRO® 2-¼” Total Project Size: 225,000 sq ft Delivery Method: Pumped […]

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May 15, 2023

Distribution Center – New Albany, OH

Description FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fibers increased toughness and impact resistance to this newly constructed multi-story building. This facility will be housing and distributing chemicals and will benefit from the added durability of the fiber reinforcement. Technical Specifications Fiber Reinforcement: FORTA-FERRO® 2-¼” Application: Slab-on-Metal-Deck Delivery Method: Pumped Finishing Method: Hard-Steel Troweled Download PDF

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May 8, 2023

NF 4 – Beverage Co. – Pittsburgh, PA

Description Engineers, seeing the value of FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fibers, presented completed projects to owners to educated them on the finishing abilities of reinforcement fibers. Owners agreed and replaced specified steel in this new commercial construction. These fibers will improve the wear surface as well as reduce curling. Technical Specifications Fiber Reinforcement: FORTA-FERRO® 2-¼” Total […]

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May 8, 2023

National Pump – Lubbock, TX

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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May 8, 2023

Madison Electric – Warren, MI

Description Albanelli Cement Contractors used FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fibers instead of traditional steel reinforcement. This eliminated on-site storage of rebar while increasing site safety. This Preferred Contractor uses FORTA reinforcement fibers anytime the project allows. Technical Specifications Fiber Reinforcement: FORTA-FERRO® 2-¼” Total Project Size: 1,150 yds Delivery Method: Tailgated Finishing Method: Troweled Download PDF

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