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Why isn't basalt rebar used more now than steel rebar?

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I think I agree to the only two answers to this question. The main Problem is education. The lobbyist as mentioned can prevent the product from entering into the market, but imagine if there is huge research and an entire generation of engineers agree that there a good substitute for the old corroding steel rebar. read more

Basalt America, who acquired RockRebar, has been certified and can replace steel on bridges and highways. As of today, there has not been any other company that has achieved that certification. The University of Miami built a bridge using 95% basalt rebar by Basalt America and 5% by Owens Corning. read more

In this case, using basalt rebar instead of steel rebar, the concrete wall would have a much longer lifespan, saving money, materials, time and labor. Plus, avoiding a potentially dangerous situation in a heavily trafficked public location. read more

Basalt Rebar reinforcement is an alternative to steel and fiberglass for reinforcing concrete. Made from volcanic rock basalt rebar is tough, stronger than steel and has a higher tensile strength. Much lighter than steel, 89% percent in fact! One man can easily lift a 100 meter / 328 foot coil of 10 mm basalt rebar. read more

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