Guidance on the use of macro-synthetic-fibre-reinforced concrete (includes amendment No. 1 Oct 2007)

Technical Report 65

Concrete Society, 2007
Guidance on the use of macro-synthetic-fibre-reinforced concrete (includes amendment No. 1 Oct 2007) Download document

Document Status

Current

Supplement

Civil & Structural Supplement

Series

Technical Report

Abstract

Macro synthetic polymer fibres have the potential to improve the post cracking properties of hardened concrete. Their use as an alternative to nominal bar or fabric reinforcement is a relatively recent development. This Report is intended for designers, clients and users who are familiar with conventional reinforcement but who may have little experience of the use of fibres. It reviews the current range of applications, including sprayed concrete, external paving and precast units, and gives guidance on aspects such as quality control. Where possible, the design methods being used have been outlined, although in many cases the approaches are still being developed.

History

CCIP-021. Amendment No. 1 Oct 2007.

ISBN

9781904482345

Subjects

  • Materials
  • In situ concrete/cement
  • Reinforcement

Publisher History

For more than 30 years, The Concrete Society has been publishing technical reports and advice notes to serve the needs of clients, architects, engineers, specifiers, suppliers, contractors and users of concrete.

Information

NBS

NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.

Accuris

We connect trusted knowledge to customers' workflows – mitigating risk, increasing efficiency and accelerating innovation For more than 60 years, leading R&D and engineering-intensive organizations have relied on us to achieve on-time, on-budget delivery of complex projects and new products. We deliver an unparalleled combination of technical content and Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies to surface answers from the vast universe of technical knowledge, both inside and outside the organization. In a single interface, we connect the dots between information scattered across many different sources, allowing technical professionals to make better, more informed decisions faster.