Fiber Conversion Design Request Search for: How can FORTA® work for Architects? FORTA helps concrete perform and puts time on your side. VARIETY OF APPLICATIONS & FINISHES Previous Next Check Out Our Application Videos PROJECT HIGHLIGHT - ERIE ART MUSEUM Previous Next Added Project Value QUALITY FINISH REDUCED CRACKS MINIMIZED JOINTS EASY MIXING AND PLACING Learn how FORTA can add value to your next project AWARD WINNING FIBERS 1ST PLACE – ASCC 2016 AWARDS In 2016, the American Society of Concrete Contractors awarded the “Stealth” project 1st Place in Concrete Artistry / Under 5000 SF. FORTA-FERRO®‘s use in the “Stealth” project was beneficial due to the angular slopes and overall complication of the design. FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fiber was used to ensure that the integrity and strength of the concrete would not be compromised. Learn More About Project 1ST PLACE – INNOVATIVE PROJECT OF THE YEAR The Fiber Reinforced Concrete Association (FRCA) awarded the FORTA Corporation 1st Place in Synthetic Fiber Category for the 2016 Innovative Project of the Year Awards for FORTA-FERRO‘s use in the Murphy Tractor & Equipment Company pavement project in Zelienople, PA. The project’s concrete pavement has achieved continued success for its ability to withstand daily heavy equipment traffic while remaining extremely durable. Lear More About Project 1ST PLACE – ASCC 2016 AWARDS The General Contractors Association of Hawaii awarded the Kaumalapau Harbor Core-loc® precast breakwater system project on the Island of Lanai, Hawaii, the 2008 Build Hawaii Award Grand Award of Excellence. This Core-loc project, which utilized FORTA-FERRO in the mix design, is successful for its continued durability and strength while protecting the harbor from the Pacific ocean’s waves. Lear More About Project EARN AIA CREDITS Earn AIA credits for Part 1 of our “Fiber Reinforced Concrete” Series LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Understand the four most important fiber characteristics and how they affect performance in concrete. Use a 4-C’s fiber formula to objectively compare fiber types and brands. Understand the two basic performance levels of synthetic fibers: temperature/crack control reinforcement and structural property enhancing reinforcement. Determine appropriate real-world applications for both levels of synthetic fiber reinforcement. Contact us to sign up for a Lunch & Learn First Name* Last Name* Email* Company Name* State/Region* Phone FORTA Corporation, the first developer and producer of synthetic fiber reinforcement for concrete, is accepted by the American Institute of Architects as a registered provider of Continuing Education System credits. AIA members can obtain C.E.S. credits for the FORTA program “Fiber Reinforced Concrete. WHICH FIBER SHOULD I USE? MICRO MONOFILAMENT Reduce plastic shrinkage cracking Used in conjunction with steel Fine monofilament fiber Polypropylene or nylon 1.0 lb./cubic yard 1/2″ and 3/4″ lengths MICRO FIBRILLATED Reduce plastic shrinkage cracking and temperature-related cracking Some light steel replacement Fibrillated-net fiber Polypropylene 1.5 to 3.0 lbs./cubic yard 3/4″ and 1-1/2″ lengths MACRO SYNTHETIC FIBERS Reduce plastic and hardened concrete shrinkage & temperature-related cracking Add toughness and increase post-crack behavior Higher level of steel replacement Heavy-duty macrofilament and fibrillated blend Polypropylene/co-polymer blend 3.0 to 7.5 lbs./cubic yard or higer 1-1/2″ and 2-1/4″ lengths WE OFFER A FULL RANGE OF SERVICES! TRAINING Earn credits while learning about the benefits of using fiber reinforcement! DESIGN ASSISTANCE We can help with design questions to make sure you get the right dosage! CONVERSION REQUESTS Convert your traditional steel to FORTA-FERRO®! Learn about ALL of our services FIBER EXPERTS ON STAFF Ready to Answer Questions & Aid in Technical Support Contact a FORTA® Expert For more information on our superior concrete fibers or to request fiber samples Please Contact Us 100 Forta Drive Grove City, PA 16127-6399 USA Phone: 724-458-5221 Toll Free: 800-245-0306 Fax: 724-458-8331 Email: info@fortacorp.com STRONGER LASTING™ Home About FORTA® Join the FORTA Family Fibers Preferred Contractors Projects Fiber Feeders Awards & Memberships Applications Training Industry Links Video & Literature Contact News & Events ©2021 - FORTA Concrete Fiber All Rights Reserved Privacy Policy Made in the U.S.A.