10-04-2017, 07:26 PM
GLASS FIBER REINFORCED CONCRETE
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GFRC COMPOSITION:
- Portland Cement
- Fine Aggregate
- Water
- Alkali-Resistant (AR) Glass Fiber
GFRC APPLICATIONS:
- Exterior Ornamentation
- Interior Details
- Landscape Furnishings
GFRC ADVANTAGES:
- Light weight (90% less than concrete)
- Limitless opportunities for architectural expression
- Weather Resistance
-Surface can be left uncoated
-Class A Fire Rating
- CHEAP!
GFRC DISADVANTAGES:
- Used as NON-loadbearing only
- Requires separate anchorage system for installation
- Large panels must be reinforced
- Color additives may fade with sunlight
- May have different absorption rate than adjacent historic material