As anyone in the construction industry knows, there’s little that is more frustrating than seeing the formation of cracks due to settlement or shrinking in a concrete foundation. Depending on the nature of the materials used as well as the function of the structure, these issues can lead to very serious structural deficiencies. Luckily, according to Meriden, CT, based materials and asphalt supply company, The L. Suzio York Hill Companies, fiber reinforced concrete can help address many of these issues and it has been successful in preventing these types of cracking, especially in the earlier phases of setting.

So how does fiber reinforced concrete work? What makes it so effective? Let’s take a look:

• Keeps Everything Together: Primarily, the advantage of fiber reinforced concrete is that it discourages the material from segregating as it dries, adding tensile strain capacity to the surface and increasing overall structural integrity.
• Powerful Combination: If necessary, the ready-mix concrete can be further reinforced by employing welded wire fabric in addition to the fibers, without the need for fabrication.
• Easy To Use: As a result of these attributes, fiber reinforced concrete allows for quicker construction, pouring schedules, and only requires the use of common tools. Left over additives quickly wear away on contact with foot or vehicular traffic.

Clearly, fiber reinforced concrete just might be the perfect material for your next project; this product will certainly help prevent cracks as a result of settling and shrinking.

To talk to the experts at The L. Suzio York Hill Companies about this product, or the many other types of asphalts and concretes they deliver, call (203) 237-8421. You can also learn more about this business's approach to material supply for Connecticut construction by checking out their website.