Concrete
STRUX® 85/50
Synthetic Macro Fiber
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Description
STRUX® 85/50 fiber is a synthetic macro fiber complying with ASTM C1116/C1116M Type III, which are a unique form of high strength, high modulus synthetic macro reinforcement that is evenly distributed throughout the concrete matrix. It consists of synthetic macro fibers 50 mm (2 in.) in length with an aspect ratio of 85 that have specifically been designed to ensure ease of use and rapid dispersion in concrete.
STRUX® 85/50 is used in concrete to improve the material properties including toughness (post crack energy absorption), impact and fatigue resistance, residual strength and durability.
Application areas
- STRUX® 85/50 macro fibers may be used in a variety of ready mix, precast and shotcrete applications including: bridge decks, overlays, whitetopping, pipes, vaults, septic tanks, tunnel linings, slope stabilization, and swimming pools.
- When added to shotcrete and concrete, the primary benefit of STRUX® 85/50 macro fiber is a significant improvement in flexural toughness.
Benefits
- Eliminates the need for welded wire reinforcement (WWR) and small diameter bars used as secondary reinforcement
- Enhances safety by eliminating handling of steel fibers, welded wire reinforcement, and rebar
- Improved durability, ductility, energy absorption, shatter resistance, fatigue resistance, and flexural toughness
- Improves control of both plastic and drying shrinkage
- Quick, easy and safe application; arrives at the jobsite mixed into the concrete and ready to place
- Savings from reduced labor, material and storage costs and shorter construction time compared to secondary reinforcement
- Easily pumped; reduces wear on pump equipment associated with steel fibers
- Reduces shotcrete rebound and improves cohesion
Packaging
- 5lb bag