American Society of Civil Engineers Concrete Canoe National Competition: The Michigan Technology University's Concrete Canoe Team took first place in the Midwest Region and 8th place at the National competition in Tyler, Texas last month. They placed top 10 in all categories. Using basalt mesh in the canoe construction made it super strong. The basalt mesh helped … [Read more...]
Counter Intelligence with Basalt Mesh
Here is concrete evidence of intelligent use of basalt mesh in outdoor kitchen countertops. Beautifully designed and constructed concrete countertops fit nicely and permanently into this outdoor dining and cooking space. Cole Fritcher has done a fabulous job using basalt mesh reinforcements as the integral strength for very long lasting, durable and visually pleasing … [Read more...]
History in the remaking with basalt mesh and fabrics
Basalt Mesh Repairs -- Fyfe Europe ProjectsThere are many historic and other masonry structures that require strengthening while being compatible with existing materials and maintaining their textures and colors. Fyfe Europe S.A. has developed the Tyfo® RM System. Comprised of a specialized EP (open weaved) fabric that is installed in a mortar matrix compatible with the … [Read more...]
Oven made with basalt reinforcements – now we’re cooking!
How do you make an oven that can process thousands of degrees of heat? Geo-polymer cement fortified with basalt reinforcements! This high temperature oven was built by Jonathan Hampton in Arizona. Jonathan has been making geo-polymers for years. This oven was recently hand made, it can handle over 2,000 degrees and is processing precious metals! Basalt rebars, mesh … [Read more...]
Bridge to Success using Basalt Mesh
The Sunshine Skyway Bridge in Florida with basalt grids of mesh and clips. The Florida Department of Transportation is now using Geo-grid mesh made from basalt fibers as an important part of the solution in the repair of their bridge columns. Concrete and steel react over time and, as seen everywhere, particularly in the colder States or high humidity States, the … [Read more...]