Reinforcements

Glass Fiber Reinforcement suits long-span pultrusion applications.

XStrandÂ-® H Roving, for long-span composite parts manufactured using pultrusion process, is boron-free glass formulation that meets R-Glass standards ISO 2078, ASTM C162, and DIN B1259-1. Providing optimal fatigue resistance for maximum useful life, product was developed for use with polyester, vinyl ester, and epoxy resin systems. It can also be used in acrylic and polyurethane systems to...

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Cintec Protects People and Property Against Deadly Earthquakes

Cintec Protects People and Property Against Deadly Earthquakes

Cintec North America, a world leader in the field of structural masonry retrofit strengthening, repair, and preservation, offers solutions to protect people and property against earthquakes. Seistec, a CINTEC Reinforcing Anchor System, is used for seismic repair or for retrofitting seismic upgrading of structures made of brick, stone, terracotta, adobe, or even timber. Seistec internally...

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Reinforcing Fiber Blend strengthens asphalt projects.

Reinforcing Fiber Blend strengthens asphalt projects.

Asphalt reinforced with FORTA-FI(TM) exhibits reduced rutting and cracking for extended longevity. Requiring no additional equipment or modifications in placement/compaction practices, fibers distribute uniformly and evenly within seconds when mixed in drum or batch plants. Material contains aramid and polyolefin fibers as well as other materials known for their strength, durability, and binding...

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Structural Reinforcement strengthens parapet walls.

Structural Reinforcement strengthens parapet walls.

Tailored to meet requirements of masonry parapet and retaining walls, Paratec (PARApet TEChniques) system strengthens while remaining sensitive to original architecture. It does not narrow roadways or require rebuilding of walls and addresses problems with older masonry structures subject to wind loading, seismic movement, vehicular impact, and foundation subsidence. Solution makes use of CINTEC...

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Blast Protection System fortifies existing structures.

Blast Protection System fortifies existing structures.

Offered as complete diagnostic design and installation service, Blastec retrofits to masonry structures to provide protection against damage from incidents such as gas explosions or bomb blasts. Each structure is individually assessed and modeled in 3D to determine optimal reinforcement pattern. Resulting reinforcement consists of CINTEC Reinforcing Anchor System - fashioned out of steel bar...

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Fine-Diameter Reinforcement works with existing resins.

Offering reinforcement filaments with diameters of 6 and 7 microns, MicroMax(TM) chopped strand provides positive aid for miniaturization of electronic components. Reinforcement solution, suited for parts down to 0.15 mm thick, helps reduce reinforcement loading without compromising part strength or stiffness. Minimal outgassing results in cleaner mold surfaces, reduced risk to active components,...

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Owens Corning Introduces Three New Grades of PerforMax-® Glass Fibers That Set New Standards in Reinforcement Technology

Innovative Products Offer Low Outgassing and Enhanced Hydrolytic Resistance Bringing Higher Performance and Productivity Benefits TOLEDO, Ohio, Oct. 18 // -- At the international Composites & Polycon 2006 show in St. Louis, Missouri, U.S.A., Owens Corning (OWENQ.OB) introduced three new products to its PerforMaxÂ-® high performance thermoplastic reinforcements' portfolio, which offer lower...

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LENTON-® STEEL FORTRESS is a Cost-effective, Easy-to-place Shear Reinforcement System

LENTON-® STEEL FORTRESS is a Cost-effective, Easy-to-place Shear Reinforcement System

LENTON-® STEEL FORTRESS is a shear reinforcement system that provides a simple, economical solution to the complex problem of brittle punching shear. LENTON STEEL FORTRESS consists of a continuous flat steel strip that has holes punched along its center. It is made in a unique turret configuration specifically for each project's design requirements and is easily tied to the top layer of the main...

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Metal Grid anchors cement or refractory linings.

Metal Grid anchors cement or refractory linings.

Metal Hex Grid provides surface framework to anchor and reinforce cement or refractory linings in reactor vessels, furnaces, ducts cyclones, and flue gas lines. Hexagonal grating rolls to accommodate vessel contours and simplify lining application. Serving as reinforcement during and after lining material application, product is made of 304 SS, with other materials available upon request.

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