Article from PISCES HAWAII newsletter: When PISCES Program Manager Rodrigo Romo realized that basalt fabric -- a material that PISCES is investigating as the source of a new manufacturing industry in Hawaii -- has highly similar properties to fiber glass, he was struck with a novel idea: Can it be used to make a surfboard? An avid surfer himself, Romo took his idea to a … [Read more...]
Basalt Mesh used on Construction
Lifeline domes uses Basalt fiber meshes as their choice reinforcement material. Strong, flexible, resilient and resistant to chemicals and bacterial or microbial growth, basalt mesh is easy to cut and apply. It is super light while being super strong. Non-conductive, safe and incredibly long lasting, basalt reinforcements are made for the job. Basalt Mesh also used in … [Read more...]
Why use basalt rebar vs steel rebar for reinforcing concrete?
All along the beach in Newport, RI there is evidence of what happens when steel is used to reinforce concrete. Good for a short time and then the galvanic reactions occur. Spalling as it is called, pops large chunks of concrete apart. Especially near salt water, corrosion of steel and Portland cement is obvious and visible everywhere. Solutions are available today. Better … [Read more...]
Tiny homes built with concrete and basalt reinforcement are the way to go!
I have the idea that concrete tiny homes can be a FAR superior option to wood stick frames currently being built. Today's new concretes are much thinner and lighter and stronger than those of old. Add reinforcement with basalt rebars, basalt meshes, basalt twine and basalt chopped fibers and the results will be very fire retardant, weigh less and have better insulation. … [Read more...]
Basalt fibers offer better flexural modulus for skis and snowboards
With winter approaching we think about skiing and snowboarding. What ride do I want? How to achieve the best response? A number of board makers are turning to basalt fibers and basalt fabrics. With a 25% better flexural modulus basalt boards are not too stiff like carbon fiber, and not too soft like fiberglass – just right – basalt fiber. I call it Golden Rocks! The … [Read more...]