The document discusses the disadvantages of traditional steel construction materials, including high maintenance costs, susceptibility to corrosion, and heavy material challenges. It advocates for using GFRP materials like fiberglass rebar as a sustainable and cost-effective alternative. Tuf-Bar, a producer of GFRP products in Canada and the United States, is introduced as a reputable source for these innovative construction solutions.

1. DISADVANTAGES
OF USING TRADITIONAL
CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

2. INTRODUCTION
Corrosion of reinforced concrete
and the need for heavy
maintenance are some of the
disadvantages of using traditional
steel. Here is why you should
replace steel with a more
sustainable and cost-effective
construction solution:

3. 01 Heavy Maintenance Cost
Billions of dollars are spent annually to repair steel-reinforced
concrete structures.

4. 02 Susceptible to Corrosion
Steel can’t withstand aggressive environments and starts
corroding and damaging concrete over time.

5. 03 Heavy Materials
Heavy materials cost more in transportation and installation,
and it takes longer to complete a project

6. 04 High Expansion Rate
Steel has a high expansion rate in changing temperatures

7. GFRP Materials such as fiberglass rebar are a strong
alternative to traditional steel. It successfully addresses the
shortcomings of steel.
SOLUTION

8. ABOUT US
We are TUF-BAR, a leading
producer and seller of GFRP
construction products in Canada
and the United States. Visit our
website to learn more about our
innovative alternative to
traditional steel.

9. 10 CONTACT US
info@tuf-bar.com
1-888-997-3227

10. Thank You!
www.tuf-bar.com