Barchip Fiber Reinforced Shotcrete 35% Faster than Mesh and Bolts.
Methven (2004) shows that fiber reinforced shotcrete (FRS) has significantly faster development times compared with mesh and bolt ground support systems.
Methven (2004) shows that fiber reinforced shotcrete (FRS) has significantly faster development times compared with mesh and bolt ground support systems.
Barchip’s synthetic fiber concrete reinforcement was used as the reinforcement in the sprayed lining, cast in-situ lining and invert segments of the Oliola water tunnel.
Barchip’s synthetic fiber helps deliver substantial material handling and maintenance cost reductions to Helsinki Metro.
Daily concrete complete rates increased from 800m2/day to between 1200m2 to 1600m2/day with Barchip’s concrete reinforcement.
Alekon Cargo Logistics Hub used Barchip synthetic fiber as primary crack control reinforcement in concrete flooring and hardstands.
Newcrest is Australia’s largest gold producer and has embraced Barchip synthetic fiber reinforced shotcrete for ground support.
Barchip’s synthetic fiber reinforced shotcrete easily met the performance specifications of the Devil’s Slide road tunnel.