In an era where sustainability is paramount, innovative materials are essential for building resilient, eco-friendly infrastructure. This presentation introduces Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) bars, covering the fundamentals of GFRP technology, key codes and standards, and the unique benefits of MST-BAR in construction.
Emphasising sustainability, the presentation will examine the environmental advantages of using MST-BAR compared to traditional materials. The presentation will also explore the design differences between GFRP-reinforced and traditional steel-reinforced concrete, highlighting how these distinctions affect structural performance and longevity.
Both real-world and laboratory-based case studies will showcase MST-BAR’s durability and effectiveness across various applications, making a compelling case for GFRP’s role in advancing sustainable construction practices.
Alireza Asadian, Technical Director, MST Rebar Inc.
Alireza is the Technical Director at MST Rebar Inc. He holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from the University of Sherbrooke, QC, Canada. He is a member of ACI Committee 440 on Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Reinforcement, ACI Committee 350 on Environmental Concrete, ACI Committee 360 on Design of Slabs-onGround, ASTM D30.10 Committee on Composites for Civil Structures, and Deep Foundation Institute (DFI).
With over 12 years of research and industry experience, Alireza specialises in the development, design, and field application of fiber-reinforced polymers (FRPs) in reinforced concrete structures.