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Choosing the right floor is an important aspect of assuring the continuity of operations in your building. There are many different types of industrial floors, depending on many different factors (ground conditions, load capacity, etc.). While these floors have been traditionally reinforced with steel mesh and/or rebar, steel fibers are a perfect replacement for these traditional methods as they offer unique benefits for every type of industrial floor.
Each industrial floor has its own unique challenges due to heavy wear and tear caused by daily traffic, forklifts, robots, and heavy machinery. However, an optimized steel fiber reinforced floor can keep your warehouse or factory running smoothly. Contractors, designers, and builders worldwide have chosen to replace traditional concrete reinforcement solutions like rebar or mesh with steel fiber reinforcement due to tightening tolerances, cost, faster execution need, higher efficiency, and sustainability needs.
Our concrete reinforcement solutions for industrial flooring prioritize sustainability and durability and have been utilized in numerous successful projects worldwide. Every year, over 30 million square meters of floors are reinforced with Dramix® steel fibers globally. We work with all stakeholders to determine the most suitable technical flooring solution for each project, reducing its overall environmental impact. Our decades of knowledge and experience accompany these projects from design to concrete finishing.
Steel fiber reinforcement in outdoor pavements offers significant advantages. By adding steel fibers to the concrete mix, these pavements gain improved resistance to cracking and increased structural integrity. Steel fibers effectively distribute loads, reducing the formation of cracks caused by heavy traffic or environmental stresses. This results in enhanced pavement durability, minimizing maintenance and repair costs over time.
Additionally, steel fiber reinforcement provides resistance to freeze-thaw cycles, making it particularly suitable for pavements in regions with harsh climates. Its corrosion resistance ensures a longer service life, even when exposed to moisture and de-icing salts. Overall, steel fiber reinforcement is a smart choice for outdoor pavements, offering strength, longevity, and reduced maintenance requirements.
Steel fiber reinforcement in raft slabs enhances structural integrity and durability. These thin, high-strength steel fibers are evenly distributed within the concrete mix, providing increased tensile strength and crack resistance. Unlike traditional steel bars, steel fibers eliminate the need for complex placement and ensure uniform reinforcement throughout the slab. This approach simplifies construction, reduces labor costs, and accelerates project timelines.
Moreover, steel fiber reinforcement is corrosion-resistant, making it a robust choice for long-lasting raft slabs, especially in areas with challenging soil conditions or where traditional steel reinforcement may be vulnerable to rust.
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