Advantages of Use of Micro Fiber Reinforcements in Concrete Applications
Synthetic micro fibers are vital reinforcement products for permanent strength and sustainable efficiency in concrete applications.
They are produced with CE certificate in accordance with EN 14889-2: Class 1 standards and each single monofilament micro fiber reinforcement has the same characteristic performance properties.
Concrete is a building material that is susceptible to cracking due to its structure. For this reason, it is very important to protect it against possible early age and long-term drying shrinkage cracks by curing in a detailed and controlled manner during and after casting under different indoor and outdoor conditions.
Synthetic microfibers mechanically prevent or limit the capillary cracks that may occur against the dynamic movements of the concrete after pouring. Thus, the first protection measure is taken to prevent structural cracks that may occur over time by increasing the durability of concrete.
Especially indoor and outdoor environment and weather conditions also play a major role in the cracking of concrete surfaces. For example, very hot, very cold, humid and windy ambient conditions cause premature or rapid evaporation of the mixing water on the concrete surface. Since this rapid evaporation will cause the concrete to lose the water necessary to provide its standard strength, it causes crack formation on the surface. These cracks are called SHRINKAGE CRACKS. The cracks that occur within a minimum of 12 - 24 hours in the plastic state of the first application of the concrete are called PLASTIC SHRINKAGE CRACKS, and the micro cracks that appear after the first few months or a few years are called LONG-TERM DRYING SHRINKAGE CRACKS.
After accredited laboratory tests and trials under real jobsite conditions, it has been seen that the use of synthetic micro fiber reinforcements can reduce the cracks that may occur in concrete by 70% - 99% and limit the crack width by 60% - 95%.
Synthetic micro fiber reinforcements, in addition to the advantage of providing increased durability and service life in concrete, provides maximum quality results by making the concrete surface cosmetically less cracked and smooth especially in the production of precast concrete elements and concrete furniture (DIY applications, countertops, concrete tiles, stairs, vases, tables, chairs, etc.)
In conclusion;
Synthetic micro fiber reinforcements play a very important role in concrete structures by providing maximum advantage and sustainable protection at minimum cost with an average usage dosage of 600 gr/m3 (1.0 lb/yd3) in concrete.
In addition to offering high-strength structural concrete to professionals and end users, CONCREASY creates added value in the global market by providing increased protection and continuous quality with 100% homogeneous mixed synthetic micro fiber reinforcements made from pure raw materials.
You can always reach out to our product experts to learn more about the additional advantages of niche concrete reinforcement products and the benefits CONCREASY will bring to you.
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