GFRP Tech, manufacturer of Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) products, has officially launched its EnviraBar rebar product range in South Africa, providing a sustainable alternative to traditional steel rebar.
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The products are manufactured at a new state-of-the-art facility in Linbro Park, Johannesburg. EnviraBar consists of a polymer matrix reinforced with fibres and aims to replace traditional steel rebar in construction projects.
The product is immune to corrosion and boasts higher tensile strength, ensuring long-term structural integrity while reducing maintenance needs. It further reduces the risk of environmental contamination.
“We are proud to introduce this groundbreaking step forward in South Africa’s engineering and construction industry, merging innovation and engineering to prioritise sustainability in the construction sector,” says GFRP Tech CEO Allen Fiford.
At a reduction of almost 75% in weight, the product is more cost-effective to transport. “This will also make the physical work easier on-site, as construction workers no longer need to struggle with heavy reinforcing,” says Fiford.
Offering tensile strengths exceeding 1,500 MPa, the bar is available in diametres ranging from 6 mm to 30 mm, catering to diverse construction needs, from airport runways, to marine ports and harbours, roads and buildings. This contributes to a 50% reduction in carbon dioxide emissions when compared to steel.
