Monthly Archives: September 2010

GFRC (Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete) Face Coat

Posted on September 26, 2010 by Corey Turcotte

GFRC Face Coat GFRC can be produced in a vast array of colors or textures that can resemble limestone or match traditional grey precast (this would be considered a standard face coat). However, the latest technology in pigments will allow darker or … Continue reading →

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GFRC, CSIP Fire tested and approved

Posted on September 25, 2010 by Corey Turcotte

The Department of Energy states that “In buildings constructed of SIPs, fire investigators have found that the panels held up well. For example, in one case where the structure exceeded 1,000°F (538°C) in the ceiling areas and 200°F (93°C) near … Continue reading →

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Choosing the thickness of foam for your GFRC CSIP project

Posted on September 24, 2010 by Corey Turcotte

Choosing the thickness of foam for your GFRC CSIP project. GFRC (Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete) CSIP (Composite Structural Insulated Panels) The eps foam is all about R-value. The thicker your foam the more R-value your walls will have. Structural Insulated Panels … Continue reading →

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Choosing the thickness of GFRC on your CSIP project

Posted on September 24, 2010 by Corey Turcotte

GFRC (Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete) CSIP (Composite Structural Insulated Panels) The thickness of your GFRC will vary from project to project but we will cover the basics here for you. A GFRC SIP panel is coated with GFRC on both sides. … Continue reading →

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The new GFRC CSIP Calculator

Posted on September 24, 2010 by Corey Turcotte

GFRC CSIP Calculator GFRC (Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete) CSIP (Composite Structural Insulated Panel) Coming Soon! GFRC Calculator Free Download: http://www.gfrcconstruction.com/gfrc-calculator/

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GFRC PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

Posted on September 14, 2010 by Corey Turcotte

GFRC PHYSICAL PROPERTIES: GFRC (Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete) 1. Glass fiber = 5-6% by weight 2. Shell thickness = 3/8″ nominal 3. Weight = 4 Ibs./ft. ± 4. Density = 115.7 Ibs./ft. 3 5. Finish = smooth 6. Tensile strength … Continue reading →

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GFRC Construction Monroe Michigan – New Podcast feed

Posted on September 11, 2010 by Corey Turcotte

My Podcast Alley feed! {pca-fa1a3b4d72be1ba4dcc75a23daf7bbd6} GFRC, making samples Corey Turcotte, GFRC Construction and Mike Kavanaugh, Gulfstream Manufacturing Group, Inc. making up a few GFRC (Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete) samples in Saginaw Michigan. GFRC Construction, Inc. Also Visit: http://www.gfrcconstruction.com/gfrc-making-samples-updated/

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GFRC, making samples in Saginaw Michigan – updated

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Corey Turcotte

GFRC, making samples in Saginaw Michigan Corey Turcotte, GFRC Construction and Mike Kavanaugh, Gulfstream Manufacturing Group, Inc. making up a few GFRC (Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete) samples in Saginaw Michigan. GFRC Construction, Inc.

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Making a few GFRC samples

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Corey Turcotte

Making a few GFRC samples

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GFRC – Precast Concrete | concrete structures

Posted on September 6, 2010 by Corey Turcotte

GFRC – Precast Concrete The traditional, and perhaps still the best, way to manufacture precast GFRC elements is by hand spraying the GFRC into a mold. This is how most precast GFRC architectural cladding panels are made and also most … Continue reading →

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