Steel rebar is an integral part of concrete construction, lending rigidity and added strength to foundations, walls, and slabs. However, steel bars are prone to corrosion and can dramatically increase the weight of a structure, which is why more builders are turning to LiteBar, an innovative product from LiteForm. As an alternative to traditional rebar, LiteBar offers all the benefits of steel with none of the drawbacks.

What Is LiteBar?

LiteBar is a manufactured product composed of high-quality glass fibers combined with a polyester resin or vinyl ester resin. Although they’re made from advanced materials, LiteBar sticks can be cut using traditional rebar or bolt cutters, grinders, or circular saws.

The Benefits of LiteBar

Stronger Than Steel

Thanks to its unique composition, LiteBar is much stronger than traditional steel. In fact, a half-inch stick of LiteBar has a tensile strength of 126 ksi, compared to 60 ksi for grade-60 steel rebar.

Corrosion Resistant

As strong as steel is, it’s extremely susceptible to corrosion if water penetrates the concrete. Over time, rebar oxidation can quickly weaken even perfectly poured concrete, leading to expensive repairs and potential failure.  LiteBar will never corrode, extending the useful life of any structure.

Lighter Than Steel

A 20-foot stick of half-inch LiteBar weighs only 2.5 pounds, making it much lighter than steel. Not only does this lower your transportation costs, but it also makes LiteBar much easier to install with a smaller crew.

From rebar to custom-made insulated concrete forms, LiteForm offers solutions for every aspect of the construction process. Their revolutionary products, available at lumber yards across the country, will cut the costs of your project and improve the performance of your final structure. Visit their website now to learn more about the amazing benefits of LiteBar, get more tips and insight on Twitter, or call (402) 241-4402 to discuss your design and place an order.