ARC is the largest GFRP (FRP) rebar manufacturer in India, with 12 years of industry experience, specializing in GFRP (Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer) rebar- a type of FRP rebar. We operate 14 machines for straight GFRP rebars and 4 machines for GFRP bend rebars, with a monthly production capacity of 700 tons. ARC boasts comprehensive in-house testing facilities adhering to ACI-440.1R-15 and BIS 18256-2023 standards. Currently, ARC offers GFRP straight bars in diameters ranging from 4mm to 50mm and bent stirrups from 6mm to 25mm.
GFRP rebar stands for Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer rebar and is a specific type of FRP rebar used in concrete structures as an alternative to traditional steel rebar. GFRP rebar is made of glass fibers embedded in a polymer resin matrix, typically vinyl ester or epoxy resins. The glass fibers provide tensile strength, while the polymer resin binds the fibers together.
GFRP (Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer) rebars are manufactured using an extrusion process, which can produce both straight and bent rebars. The manufacturing process involves two distinct forms, each tailored to meet specific requirements.
Once the desired bend shape is achieved, the partially cured GFRP rebar is subjected to a controlled heating process, typically in an oven or a heated molding setup. This post-bending heat treatment fully cures and solidifies the polymer matrix, locking in the desired shape and ensuring the rebar’s structural integrity.