EnviraMesh.
Source | GFRP Tech
Glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) products manufacturer GFRP Tech (Johannesburg, South Africa) introduces EnviraMesh, an environmentally sustainable alternative to steel mesh, as its latest product offering to the South African construction market.
EnviraMesh, available in rolls, is reported to significantly enhance the structural integrity of buildings and infrastructure. Tailored for heavy-duty applications — including high-load-bearing structures, highway and airport pavements, and reinforced concrete slabs — EnviraMesh is corrosion-resistant, nonconductive and electro-magnetic neutral.
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“Good construction relies heavily on the quality of its foundation for the durability and the safety of the structure,” notes Allen Fiford, CEO of GFRP Tech. “With EnviraMesh providing three times more strength than traditional steel mesh, we are enhancing the tensile strength of concrete structures, while reducing the risk of cracks.”
In addition, Fiford says that the shift from steel mesh to GFRP mesh is not only about innovation but about reducing carbon emissions as well, as the production of traditional steel reinforcement usually involves significant energy consumption. “By adopting GFRP materials, we can significantly cut down on this energy use while streamlining the construction process, reduce maintenance costs and expand the lifespan of buildings,” says Fiford.
EnviraMesh is locally manufactured and is already being supplied to various residential products, including in the lifestyle estate, Steyn City, in Fourways. EnviraMesh complements GFRP Tech’s existing EnviraBar range of products.
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