Report BR 461 Fibre reinforced polymers in construction: long-term performance in service

Publication Year

2003

Document Status

Archived

Abstract

Gives the background to the application of fibre reinforced polymers (FRPs) in construction, along with issues relating to durability and performance in service. Twenty-seven case studies are presented to highlight actual performance in the field. Fibre reinforced polymers have been used successfully over the past 50 years in the marine and civil engineering sectors in a diverse range of applications, including pipes, tanks, slabs, walkways, bridge decks, gratings, column reinforcing wraps and reinforcing bars for concrete. In many of these applications FRPs are exposed to one or more environmental influences. All FRPs are durable inasmuch as they are water resistant, thermally stable and cannot rust. Fibre reinforced polymers already have a market in the construction industry, and this is likely to expand rapidly in the coming decade as construction demands improved performance and cleaner processes.

Document History

Whilst this publication can still be purchased some of the information in it has been superseded by more recent research and standards. The BRE Group does not accept any responsibility whatsoever for any loss or damage, including - without limitation - indirect or consequential loss or damage arising from use, or loss of use, of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this document.

Author

Halliwell, S. and Reynolds, T.

ISBN

9781860816376

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