The building material which continues to make a significant contribution to the technology and aesthetics of the construction industry worldwide.
What is GRC?
GRC (Glass Reinforced Concrete) is a cement-based composite material with alkali-resistant fibres that are randomly dispersed throughout the product.
Because the fibres add flexural, tensile and impact strength, the resulting material allows the production of strong, yet lightweight architectural materials.
Choosing GRC at the design stage can lead to savings in both structural and foundation costs, and yet yield the following advantages:
Advantages of GRC
- High strength-to weight ratio
- Reduced weight leads to lower transport and erection cost
- Maintenance-free (no steel reinforcement to corrode)
- High impact strength
- Freedom of design with the ability to form complex shapes
- Non-combustibility
- Improved surface detail and quality of finish