Steel rebar and structural profiles have been successfully used in most of the structural applications for decades. However, certain properties of steel, like electrical and thermal conductivity, magnetism, and most importantly, low resistance to corrosion, may negatively affect the performance of such structures. In these cases, Glass Fibre Reinforced Polymers (GFRP) are a better alternative to steel.

In Canada, the use of GFRP is becoming increasingly more common, mostly due to its resistance to corrosion. GFRP reinforced concrete and GFRP structural profile structures provide a better value to the investment, resulting in lower life-cycle costs due to lower maintenance costs.

Presenter:

Dritan Topuzi, PhD, P.Eng. Product Manager, Fiberline Composites Canada Inc.

Topic: GFRP Rebar & Structural Profiles: Benefits, Technology, Design Codes, Applications.

Maria Anna Polak, PhD, P.Eng. Professor at the University of Waterloo.

Topic: Recent Research on GFRP Reinforcement.

Juan Sobrino, PhD, P.Eng. CEO, Pedelta

Topic: Use of Innovative Materials in Bridges.

This event is organized in cooperation with Fiberline Composites.

Note: If you are unable to attend, we would appreciate if you could notify us several days in advance. This would allow us to accommodate someone from the waiting list.