Fibre reinforced concrete is a new innovative material advance in construction. It combines traditional concrete with fibres to create a much more superior structural matter within the concrete itself. 

The demand on construction is increasing and evolving, and high performance is now non-negotiable when it comes to choosing the right materials for the job. In modern construction it has been found that sometimes the traditional concrete is falling short when meeting the demands of modern challenges within infrastructure and environment. This is where fibre reinforced concrete can exceed expectations in concrete 

Fibre reinforced concrete incorporates fibres such as stell, glass, cellulose and synthetic fibres to enhance the performance of the concrete to ensure durability and structural integrity. 

There are many benefits of using fibre reinforced concrete and here are a few of the main ones we look at when helping you choose when to use fibre reinforced concrete. 

1 – Enhanced durability and longevity – The concrete lifespan is improved dramatically using fibre reinforced concrete by reducing the water penetration and possibility of cracking. The enhanced durability helps with areas subject to harsh environmental factors such as freezing temperatures or chemical exposure. 

2 – Superior mechanical properties – The strength of concrete can be increased by as much as 30-40% using fibre reinforcement. With the cracks being almost eliminated as an issue. The operational life of a structure can be significantly increased especially those facing immense pressure. 

3- Cost effectiveness – although the initial outlay is higher due to the substantial increase in long term benefits construction costs are reduced over time with labour saving costs also as repairs are minimal as is maintenance. 

4- Flexibility and versatility – As fibre reinforced concrete is more mouldable innovative construction whilst maintaining performance is maintained rather than the restrictions with traditional concrete. 

5 – Increased fire resistance – If you are constructing where fire hazards are of a risk then using fibre reinforced concrete is a great idea as it is much more fire resistant than traditional concrete. 

Fibre reinforced concrete is a great addition to modern construction if you are unsure if this is right for you and your project contact city pumping today and we will be more than happy to assist you.