Monthly Archives: August 2010

GFRC and Building Codes

Posted on August 27, 2010 by Corey Turcotte

GFRC and Building Codes GFRC is covered in section 1903.11 of the Uniform Building Code (49); ICBO’s Evaluation Report ER-4359(49) Section 1406.3 of the National Building Code (87) Section 1910 of the Standard Building Code (88) Table 719.1(2) items 15-1.10 … Continue reading →

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How GFRC panels are installed

Posted on August 23, 2010 by Corey Turcotte

How GFRC panels are installed GFRC cladding panels are erected on site by teams trained in safe handling and installation. The lighter weight of the panels makes installation simpler and faster. Often, GFRC panel installation can take place without the need for an external scaffolding. With proper … Continue reading →

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Weight of GFRC per square foot

Posted on August 22, 2010 by Corey Turcotte

Weight of GFRC per square foot GFRC (glass fiber reinforced concrete) weighs between 6 and 14 lbs per square foot vs. 70 to 80 lbs for a 6” precast concrete panel. The benefits of weight savings with GFRC can include: Less … Continue reading →

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Four main BENEFITS of a CSIP structure with GFRC

Posted on August 22, 2010 by Corey Turcotte

The Four main BENEFITS of a CSIP structure with GFRC  are: CSIP using GFRC IS ECONOMICAL (typically ±25% less expensive than Conventional brick and mortar): 1. Fast and easy building process The CSIP (Composite structural insulated panels) with GFRC System is … Continue reading →

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Characteristic properties of a GFRC/EPS structure

Posted on August 22, 2010 by Corey Turcotte

Characteristic properties of a GFRC/EPS structure By applying this light weight composite material (GFRC/EPS) walls, ceilings, floors, beams and columns, arobust and sustainable building structure is achieved. These materials combined form an incrediblystrong bond that is lightweight and yet withstands … Continue reading →

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The C-SIP Building Solution using GFRC

Posted on August 22, 2010 by Corey Turcotte

The C-SIP Building Solution using GFRC: Remarkably simple, C-SIP using GFRC has only two parts. An EPS core that can range in thickness from 100mm to 400mm, depending on design and insulation needs, and a 8mm to15mm thick coating of GFRC … Continue reading →

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Glass Fiber Reinforced (GFRC) Concrete Strength

Posted on August 22, 2010 by Corey Turcotte

Glass Fiber Reinforced (GFRC) Concrete Strength As an engineered material, the properties of GFRC can vary depending upon mix design, glass content and production methods. Glass fiber used in quality GFRC has a higher tensile strength than steel. As a general … Continue reading →

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Why GFRC Construction of Michigan GFRC is Better

Posted on August 22, 2010 by Corey Turcotte

Why GFRC Construction of Michigan GFRC is Better GFRC is a composite of cement, glass fibers, aggregates and polymers. GFRC Construction is working directly with Mike Cavanaugh, Gulfstream Manufacturing Group, Inc. who helped pioneered the design and production of glass … Continue reading →

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GFRC (glass fiber reinforced concrete) Sandwich Panels

Posted on August 22, 2010 by Corey Turcotte

GFRC Sandwich Panels A GFRC (glass fibe reinforced concrete) sandwich panel is a composite of three or more materials bonded together to form a structural panel. It takes advantage of the shear strength of a low density core material and the … Continue reading →

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GFRC (Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete) Properties

Posted on August 22, 2010 by Corey Turcotte

GFRC (Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete) Properties The design of GFRC panels proceeds from a knowledge of its basic properties under tensile, compressive, bending and shear forces, coupled with estimates of behavior under secondary loading effects such as creep, thermal and moisture movement. There … Continue reading →

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