The Characteristics, Application Fields, And Cost of Fiberglass Reinforcement

1、 Characteristics of fiberglass reinforcement

High tensile strength: The tensile strength of fiberglass reinforcement is usually better than that of ordinary steel bars, which can be about 20% higher than that of steel bars of the same specification, and has good fatigue resistance.

Lightweight: The weight of fiberglass reinforcement is only about 1/4 of that of steel bars of the same volume, making it lighter and easier to transport and install.

Strong corrosion resistance: It is resistant to the corrosion of chemicals such as acid and alkali, can resist the corrosion of chloride ions and low pH solutions, and has stronger corrosion resistance to carbon compounds and chloride compounds.

Strong material bonding strength: Due to the similar thermal expansion coefficient of fiberglass reinforcement to cement, it has a stronger bonding and gripping force with concrete.

Strong designability: Its elastic modulus is stable, its size is stable under thermal stress, and it can be made into various shapes and lengths to meet different engineering needs. In addition, it also has the characteristics of non-conductive, non-conductive, flame retardant, and anti-static, and will not generate sparks when colliding with metals.

Strong magnetic wave permeability: As a non-magnetic material, glass fiber reinforcement does not require demagnetization treatment in non-magnetic or electromagnetic concrete components.

2、 Application field

In infrastructure projects such as highways, bridges, airports, docks, stations, etc., fiberglass reinforcement can be used as a reinforcing material to improve the bearing capacity and durability of concrete structures.

Water conservancy and underground engineering: Due to its excellent corrosion resistance, fiberglass reinforcement is particularly suitable for projects that require long-term exposure to corrosive media such as water and salt.

Corrosive environments: such as sewage treatment plants, chemical plants, electrolytic tanks, etc. In these highly corrosive environments, the use of fiberglass reinforcement can effectively protect concrete structures from corrosion and erosion.

Special engineering: In situations where insulation demagnetization is required (such as electromagnetic shielding rooms, nuclear magnetic resonance rooms, etc.), fiberglass reinforcement can be used as an ideal alternative material.

3、 In terms of cost

The cost of fiberglass reinforcement may be slightly higher compared to steel reinforcement, but the specific price will be influenced by various factors, such as material quality, production process, specifications, market supply and demand, etc. When considering the use of fiberglass reinforcement, it is necessary to comprehensively consider factors such as its performance, service life, maintenance costs, as well as the actual needs and economic benefits of the project.

Overall, glass fiber reinforcement, as a high-performance reinforcement material, has broad application prospects in multiple fields. Although its cost may be slightly higher, its excellent performance and long-term benefits can bring better economic and social benefits.