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About Our Product: Composite Rebars - GFRP Rebars

Our GFRP (Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer) rebars are made using a proprietary technology that combines glass fiber with advanced chemical compounds. These rebars are revolutionary substitute for traditional steel reinforcement bars, offering numerous advantages. Our GFRP Rebars of various diameters are manufactured with foreign technology but completely made in India complying to International standards and Bureau of Indian Standards.

International Standards

Worldwide standards for the structural use of GFRP rebars are as follows:

  • ISO 10406-1:2015-INTERNATIONAL
  • ACI440.IR-15-UNITED STATES
  • AASHTO LRFD GFRP 2015-UNITED STATES
  • CAN/CSA-S806-02-CANADA
  • CNR-DT 203/2006-ITALY
  • GOST 31938-2012-RUSSIA
  • DITEC590-CUBA
  • FIP TASK GROUP 9.3-REPORTS #TF 22 A 98741 EUROPEANUNION
  • TECHNICAL COMMITTEE CT 303, IBRACON/ABECE, GT03-Concrete structures with rebar of non-conventional materials.
  • IS 18256 : 2023 – INDIA

Material Properties

Parameter Steel Rebar GFRP Rebar Benefit
Tensile Strength (MPa)
545
1100
Stronger
Modulus of elasticity (GPa)
200
50
No straightening required
Elongation (%)
25
2.2
No deformation due to stress
Linear Meters Weight (8mm)
0.395kg
0.08kg
Lighter
Bar's length
12m
Until 100m
No Wastage
Durability embedded in concrete
50 Years
(+)100 Years
More durability
Durability embedded in concrete
(Aggressiveness class III & IV)
(+/-) 5 Years
(+) 100 Years
More durability
Corrosion Resistance
No
Yes
More durability
Electric Conductivity
Yes
No
No accident risks
Thermal Conductivity
Yes
No
Does not dissipate heat
Concrete covering in
aggressiveness class III & IV
35mm to 45mm
20mm
Low concrete volume

Advantages of Our Product

Strength

More than double the tensile strength of steel rebar.

Cost Saving

Half the cost of Steel Rebars

Light weight

Four times lighter than steel .

Durability

Resistant to corrosion, alkalis, and acids.

Non-conductive

High dielectric strength, does not conduct heat or electricity.

Ease of Use

Easy to cut, fast to install, and simple to handle.

Economic

Reduced transportation costs and minimal repair work and reduced laps.

Green Technology

Non-polluting and rust-free material.

Comparison with Steel Bars

Weight

Composite rebars are approximately one-fourth the weight of steel rebars

Lifespan

GFRP rebars increase the lifespan of concrete structures up to 100 years.

Maintenance

Significant reduction in maintenance and life cycle costs

Installation

Easier and quicker to install due to lighter weight and flexibility.

Environmental Impact

Eco-friendly with no rust and reduced carbon footprint.