Epoxy-Coated Reinforcing Steel

Michigan report support long life structures with epoxy bars.

A new report is available from the Epoxy Interest Group that summarizes work conducted for the Michigan DOT.  This report uses statistical analyzes to calculate the design life of decks and concludes that these have a 70 year life.

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Epoxy-coated Bars used in Wacker Drive, Chicago

Epoxy-coated reinforcing steel has been extensively used with high performance concrete in downtown Chicago. Take a look at our photos of this amazing $500 million project in a congested city.

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New Guide on Use of Epoxy-Coated Reinforcing Steel in Parking Garages

A 6-page document has been developed that provides guidance on the use of epoxy-coated reinforcing steel to protect concrete parking garages against deterioration caused by deicing and marine salts.

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100-year design life with epoxy-coated bars

In 2010, two papers were published by the University of South Florida and the Florida Department of Transportation which demonstrate that in appropriate concrete, epoxy-coated reinforcing bars can be used for a 100-year design life. This document summarizes that work.

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