GRP Rebar / Composite Reinforced Bar
GRP/FRP Rebar - FRP reinforcement bar is made from high strength glass fibre reinforced with vinyl ester resin. The core of the rebar has all the reinforcing fibre (70% by weight ) along the length of the bar for maximum strength.
The FRP reinforcing bar, made from high-quality fibreglass and vinyl ester resins, ensures long life and maintains the structural integrity of projects where it's used. Compared to steel, the GRP reinforcement bar eliminates the risk of corrosion, a significant advantage in environments prone to chemical exposure.
A GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) also known as FRP (Fiberglass Reinforced Polymer) reinforcement bar is an excellent alternative to traditional steel reinforcement in construction. This reinforced bar offers over 50 years plus resistance to corrosive chemicals, making it a highly durable option for various applications.
GRP Rebar offers a multitude of key benefits that make it an ideal choice for a wide range of construction applications:
- Substantial Durability: GRP Rebar is renowned for its exceptional strength and longevity. This durability ensures that structures remain intact and functional for an extended period, significantly reducing the need for frequent repairs or replacements.
- Environmentally Friendly: The materials used in the production of GRP Rebar are less harmful to the environment compared to traditional materials. This feature makes it a popular choice for projects aiming to reduce their environmental impact.
- Resistant to Rust: Unlike traditional steel rebar, GRP Rebar does not rust. This resistance to corrosion is particularly beneficial in environments where exposure to moisture or chemicals is a concern, ensuring the structural integrity of the construction.
- Non-Conductive Nature: GRP Rebar does not require additional earthing materials, as it is inherently non-conductive. This property makes it safe for use in projects where electrical conductivity could pose a risk.
- Competitive Prices: Despite its advanced properties, GRP Rebar is available at competitive prices. This cost-effectiveness, coupled with the associated costs saved in maintenance and replacement over time, makes it an economically attractive option.
- Versatility in Shapes: GRP Rebar can be manufactured in various shapes to suit different construction needs. This versatility allows for more creative and flexible design options in construction projects.
- Lightweight: Compared to traditional steel rebar, GRP Rebar is substantially lighter, making it easier to transport and handle on construction sites. This lightweight nature reduces the overall labour and equipment costs, further enhancing its appeal.
GRP Rebar stands out as a popular, environmentally friendly, and cost-effective option for reinforcing structures, offering substantial durability, rust resistance, and adaptability in various construction scenarios.
Other GRP related products that Engineered Composites supply include;-
GRP Pultruded Profiles
Fire Retardant Profiles
GRP Rods & Tubes
GRP Scaffold Tubes
GRP Standard Handrails
GRP Modular Handrails
GRP Moulded Gratings
GRP Mesh Fencing
GRP Palisade Fencing
GRP Anti-Slip Products
GRP Interlocking Floors
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Fibre reinforced reinforcement bar is made from high strength glass fibre reinforced with vinyl ester resin. The core of the rebar has all the reinforcing fibre (70% by weight) along the length of the bar for maximum strength. A helically recess in the surface of the rebar is created in the production process which does not damage the core fibre and is sufficiently deep to give a key to enable the concrete to have a mechanical grip on the rebar.
The choice of vinyl ester resin for the rebar is important. Extensive research work has shown that polyester resin does not have the necessary long term resistance to the corrosive chemicals in the concrete while rebar made with vinyl ester resin gives a 50 year service life when used in accordance with the recognised published standards.
Technical Data
Engineered Composites carry a range of standard sizes of GRP Rebar as stock items. These are highlighted in yellow in the technical data table below. These products are all in the natural (unpigmented) colour of the composite and are in 5m lengths. The 28mm diameter rebar, highlighted in red has a sanded finish applied on top of the helical winding pattern giving additional contact area to grip the concrete.
Diameter (mm) | Cross Section (mm2) | Density (g/cm3) | Weight (g/m) | Ultimate Tensile(KN) | Ultimate Tensile Strength(Mpa) | Ultimate Shear Strength(Mpa) | E-modulus (GPa) |
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3 | 7 | 2.2 | 18 | 13.5 | 1900 | >150 | >40 |
4 | 12 | 2.2 | 32 | 18 | 1500 | >150 | >40 |
6 | 28 | 2.2 | 51 | 36 | 1280 | >150 | >40 |
8 | 50 | 2.2 | 98 | 54 | 1080 | >150 | >40 |
10 | 73 | 2.2 | 150 | 72 | 980 | >150 | >40 |
12 | 103 | 2.1 | 210 | 99 | 870 | >150 | >40 |
14 | 134 | 2.1 | 275 | 117 | 764 | >150 | >40 |
16 | 180 | 2.1 | 388 | 149 | 752 | >150 | >40 |
18 | 248 | 2.1 | 485 | 189 | 744 | >150 | >40 |
20 | 278 | 2.1 | 570 | 225 | 716 | >150 | >40 |
22 | 355 | 2.1 | 700 | 270 | 695 | >150 | >40 |
25 | 478 | 2.1 | 970 | 342 | 675 | >150 | >40 |
28 | 590 | 2.1 | 1195 | 432 | 702 | >150 | >40 |
30 | 671 | 2.1 | 1350 | 450 | 637 | >150 | >40 |
32 | 740 | 2.1 | 1520 | 504 | 626 | >150 | >40 |
34 | 857 | 2.1 | 1800 | 540 | 595 | >150 | >40 |
36 | 961 | 2.1 | 2044 | 585 | 575 | >150 | >40 |
40 | 1190 | 2.1 | 2380 | 640 | 509 | >150 | >40 |
GRP Rebar can be made to order in any straight length up to 11m in the standard helical wind finish or a sanded finish.
Colour
The GRP Rebar that is available from stock is the natural, un-pigmented colour of the resin/glass composite ie-semi translucent beige. GRP Rebar can be made to order in a range of colours to customer specification. It is sometimes useful to colour code different diameters to avoid confusion in locating the correct size of bar in a complex reinforcement array.
Versatility
GRP Rebar can be bent into a variety of shapes during production without adding excessive strain.
We have corners, columns and pre-made sub-assemblies in a range of sizes are available to order.
Mesh
Mesh Panels can be supplied to customer specification.
There is also an option to have an additional sanded finish overlaid on the helical pattern to give an additional key.
Technical Data
Engineered Composites carry a range of standard sizes of GRP Rebar as stock items. These are highlighted in yellow in the technical data table below. These products are all in the natural (unpigmented) colour of the composite and are in 5m lengths. The 28mm diameter rebar, highlighted in red has a sanded finish applied on top of the helical winding pattern giving additional contact area to grip the concrete.
Diameter (mm) | Cross Section (mm2) | Density (g/cm3) | Weight (g/m) | Ultimate Tensile(KN) | Ultimate Tensile Strength(Mpa) | Ultimate Shear Strength(Mpa) | E-modulus (GPa) |
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3 | 7 | 2.2 | 18 | 13.5 | 1900 | >150 | >40 |
4 | 12 | 2.2 | 32 | 18 | 1500 | >150 | >40 |
6 | 28 | 2.2 | 51 | 36 | 1280 | >150 | >40 |
8 | 50 | 2.2 | 98 | 54 | 1080 | >150 | >40 |
10 | 73 | 2.2 | 150 | 72 | 980 | >150 | >40 |
12 | 103 | 2.1 | 210 | 99 | 870 | >150 | >40 |
14 | 134 | 2.1 | 275 | 117 | 764 | >150 | >40 |
16 | 180 | 2.1 | 388 | 149 | 752 | >150 | >40 |
18 | 248 | 2.1 | 485 | 189 | 744 | >150 | >40 |
20 | 278 | 2.1 | 570 | 225 | 716 | >150 | >40 |
22 | 355 | 2.1 | 700 | 270 | 695 | >150 | >40 |
25 | 478 | 2.1 | 970 | 342 | 675 | >150 | >40 |
28 | 590 | 2.1 | 1195 | 432 | 702 | >150 | >40 |
30 | 671 | 2.1 | 1350 | 450 | 637 | >150 | >40 |
32 | 740 | 2.1 | 1520 | 504 | 626 | >150 | >40 |
34 | 857 | 2.1 | 1800 | 540 | 595 | >150 | >40 |
36 | 961 | 2.1 | 2044 | 585 | 575 | >150 | >40 |
1190 | 2.1 | 2380 | 640 | 509 | >150 | >40 |
GRP Rebar can be made to order in any straight length up to 11m in the standard helical wind finish or a sanded finish.
Colour
The GRP Rebar that is available from stock is the natural, un-pigmented colour of the resin/glass composite ie-semi translucent beige. GRP Rebar can be made to order in a range of colours to customer specification. It is sometimes useful to colour code different diameters to avoid confusion in locating the correct size of bar in a complex reinforcement array.
Flexibility
Grp Rebar is more flexible than steel Rebar so can easily be bent to a curve without adding excessive strain.
For corners and columns, pre-made sub-assemblies in a range of sizes are available to order.
Mesh
Mesh Panels can be supplied to customer specification.
Bespoke sizes of Mesh Panels can be made in bespoke sizes using any of the rebar diameters available.
Rock bolts are used in mines and tunnels to attach the rock to the rock bed.
Hollow Rock Bolts are drilled into rock faces using GRP Drills which are then sacrificed and resin is inserted down the inside of the rock bolt which then cures.
These products are made to order.
All our standard products listed are made in glass fibre reinforced vinyl ester. However there are two alternative materials available with higher properties than the standard materials:
- Epoxy resin as a more corrosion resistant resin alternative to vinyl ester.
- Basalt fibre which has a higher strength and stiffness than glass fibre.
- Composite rebar made with either or both of these alternative materials is available to order.
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GRP Rebar Specifications
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FAQs
– Available in 5m lengths
– Stock of 6, 8, 10, 16, 20, 25 and 32mm diameter is held
– Available with sanded finish
Environmental considerations
Assessment of the through life environmental impact of different materials is never clear cut and depends, in part, on the assumptions made. Overall composite rebar is seen as having a lower impact than steel rebar for the following reasons:
- Lower energy use to manufacturer the raw materials and in production
- Lighter weight so less energy used in transport
- Possibility of reduced concrete cover results in lower utilisation of cement and cement produces 20 times more CO2 emissions during processing than steel.
- Longer service life because no corrosion of the rebar
- Less chemicals and other materials required for maintenance
- While the steel rebar can be recovered and recycled from demolished sites, the energy required to cut and break up a steel reinforced structure is higher than for composite rebar which is easily cut and crushed and recycled with the aggregate.
Structures Exposed To De-Icing Salts
– Bridge decks
– Car parks
– Elevated Road Ways
Structures Built In Or Close To Sea Water
– Caissons
– Dry Docks
– Jetties, Piers and Quays
– Off Shore Platforms
– Sea Defences and Walls
Structures Subject To Other Corrosive Agents
– Chimneys
– Petrochemical Plants
– Paper / Pulp Mills
– Nuclear Power Stations
– Wastewater Treatment Plants
Structures Requiring Low Electrical Conductivity / Electromagnetic Neutrality
– Airport Control Towers
– Aluminium / Copper Smelting Plants
– Telecoms / Transmission Tower Bases
– Railway Crossings
– Toll Road Sensing Arrays and Collection Booths
– Magnetic Resonance Imaging In Hospitals
Structures Required In Boring / Tunnelling Applications Requiring Temporary Concrete Structures
– Mining Walls
– Underground Rapid Transport Structures
– Underground Vertical Shafts
Weight Sensitive Structures
– Construction in Areas of Poor Load Bearing Soil
– Remote Locations
– Sensitive and Environmental or Seismic Areas
Thermally Sensitive Applications
– Thermally Insulated Concrete Housing
– Basements and Heated Floors
What are the benefits?
Fiber reinforcement bars are manufactured from glass-reinforced plastic which is highly durable and long-lasting and a much better alternative than your standard steel reinforcement bars. GRP Rebar is commonly used and installed in substations and for other electrical installations due to its non-conductive feature. Moreover, GRP Rebar is also non-corrosive which means you’ll save time and money in replacements in the years to come.
Where is GRP Rebar commonly used?
GRP Rebar can be installed in many different industrial and commercial environments. Because it’s non-conductive, it is commonly used in various electrical settings and substations. GRP Rebar is also a particular favorite within environments that require electromagnetic neutrality such as railroad crossings, specialized military structures, and telecommunication towers.
What are the different products available?
As you will see near the top of the page, we have a range of different types of GRP Rebar products to select from. As well as GRP Rebar, we also have Sand Coated Rebar, Mesh Panels, Rock Bolts, Hallow Rock Bolts, and many more products to choose from to suit your requirements.
How can I place an order?
It’s really easy to place an order with us at Engineered Composites. Simply order through the specific product page or go to our contact form and enquire about any of the products you are interested in.
Is GRP rebar corrosion-resistant?
Yes, GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) rebar is corrosion-resistant, and this is a crucial advantage in many construction applications. Overall, the corrosion resistance of GRP rebar is a significant benefit that can enhance the lifespan, safety, and cost-effectiveness of construction projects, particularly in challenging environments where corrosion is a prevalent issue.
Can GRP rebar be customised?
Yes, GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) rebar can often be customised to meet specific project requirements. The extent of customisation may vary depending on the complexity of the customisation needed. Here at Engineered Composites, we usually offer the following types of customisation; length, colour, profile configuration, and more.
How does GRP rebar perform in terms of durability?
GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) rebar is known for its durability and long-lasting performance, particularly in certain challenging environments. Its durability is attributed to several key factors which include; corrosion resistance, chemical resistance, low maintenance, and longevity.
Is GRP rebar lighter than steel rebar?
es, GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) rebar is typically lighter than steel rebar. This weight difference is one of the key advantages of using GRP rebar in construction. The lighter weight of GRP rebar can be an advantage in many construction scenarios, but the selection should always be based on the specific needs and conditions of the project.
What are the advantages of using GRP rebar in construction projects?
Using GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) rebar in construction projects offers several advantages, making it a viable alternative to traditional steel reinforcement in many applications. When considering GRP rebar for your construction project, it’s advisable to consult with our team at Engineered Composites to ensure that it is the right choice for the intended application.
Why Choose Engineered Composites?
Engineered Composites are your number #1 rated supplier of high-quality GRP products. With decades of experience, we truly go above and beyond for all our customers. Our GRP products are available for domestic, industrial, and commercial customers.
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