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Precast Concrete Walls

Project: 10,000m3
Work carried out: Precast Concrete Walls
Specification: Durus @ 4kg/m3 & 0.91kg/m3 Fibrin X-T
Concrete: C30

ADFIL reviewed several precast products in which traditional steel reinforcing mesh was predominately used. Steel mesh is very labour intensive and can lead to an increased risk of health and safety issues in the precast factory.

Due to its nature, steel can corrode/rust and can cause unsightly staining on the surface of concrete. Previously Steel Mesh was only added to reduce damage of the precast elements when they were removed from the mould, transported and placed on site.

Nowadays Durus macro synthetic fibre offers a 3-Dimensional reinforcement matrix which means that the concrete resists impact damage, whilst reducing costs and removing health and safety hazards.