With more than 30 years of experience and dedication to the steel sector, Lou Parous is a leader in international business and a long-time technical professional in the global metals, engineering, ...

Research shows near-surface-mounted reinforcement restores shear capacity in concrete beams with vertical openings, improving ...

A cross-sectio of hollow rebar. Drexel University researchers have developed a new approach to reinforce concrete that takes inspiration from nature, specifically the hollow structures found in plant ...

As the demand for more sustainable construction grows and raw material shortages like steel continue to be a challenge, fiber-reinforced concrete has become an increasingly popular choice for flatwork ...

The history of concrete dates back to ancient Rome, approximately 2,000 years ago. The so-called “Roman Concrete” is composed of limestone, volcanic ash, and seawater and it permitted the construction ...