November 15, 2011
ZBAR Included in Purdue Study
The Purdue University Department of Civil Engineering’s Bowen Laboratory recently began a three-year study to evaluate the corrosion resistance of several types of steel reinforcement, including ZBAR, stainless steel, and other coated and clad materials. The results of this study will be useful in determining proper material selection for future construction projects. We look forward to sharing more information about this study as it progresses.
Texas DOT begins 100-day Accelerated Corrosion Performance Evaluation on ZBAR
The Texas DOT is evaluating ZBAR corrosion resistance using an accelerated procedure that reduces test time and expense when compared to standard ASTM G 109 test parameters. ZBAR previously has been tested in accordance with G 109 and demonstrated outstanding performance. To download the report, sign up for or log in to MyZBAR at http://www.specifyzbar.com/myzbar/myzbar_login.aspx
Once the Texas DOT evaluation is complete, the results will be added to the extensive research library covering ZBAR performance. Stay tuned!
New Project Gallery: Mill Creek Bridge
ZBAR is being used by the South Carolina Department of Transportation in the reconstruction of the Mill Creek bridge on State Road S-26-926 (Enterprise Road) in Myrtle Beach, S.C. The project is slated for completion in November 2011. For photos of the construction in process, visit http://www.specifyzbar.com/galleries/mill_creek_bridge.aspx.
Doug Johns Joins ZBAR as Western U.S. Representative
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Douglas C. Johns has joined Gerdau as the western region business development specialist for the company’s ZBAR high-performance rebar division. He joins ZBAR with almost 20 years of direct customer experience in the financial services and construction industries. |
For more about Doug, visit http://www.specifyzbar.com/Articles
/johns_joins_gerdau_as_zbar_representative_for_western_us.aspx.
Contact Doug to discuss how ZBAR can benefit your project at 865-548-8163 or douglas.johns@gerdau.com.
Meet a ZBAR Expert at these Upcoming Events
Transportation Research Board (TRB) 91st Annual Meeting
Jan. 22-26, 2012; Washington, DC
This meeting covers all transportation modes, with more than 4,000 presentations in nearly 650 sessions and workshops addressing topics of interest to all attendees –policymakers, administrators, practitioners, researchers, and representatives of government, industry, and academic institutions. For more information, visit http://www.trb.org/AnnualMeeting2012/AnnualMeeting2012.aspx.
World of Concrete
Jan. 24-27, 2012; Las Vegas, NV
This is the only annual, international event dedicated to the commercial concrete and masonry construction industries. It features indoor and outdoor exhibits; demonstrations and competitions; and an education program. Start the year off strong at World of Concrete! For more information, visit http://www.worldofconcrete.com.
CORROSION 2012
March 11-15, 2012; Salt Lake City, UT
This event, the largest corrosion exhibit in the world, offers a technical program; committee meetings; seminars and lectures; and networking venues. For more information, visit http://events.nace.org/conferences/c2012.
Visit the ZBAR booth (#411) in the Salt Palace Convention Center:
Monday, March 12: 5:30-7 p.m.
Tuesday, March 13: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Wednesday, March 14: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Thursday, March 15: 9 a.m.-noon
Schedule a personal meeting today! ZBAR technical experts will be available for one-on-one meetings at these events. To reserve your meeting time in advance, contact Emily Moore at emily.moore@gerdau.com.
For other events where you can meet a ZBAR expert, visit http://specifyzbar.com/connect_with_zbar/upcoming_events.aspx.
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See ZBAR in Use
ZBAR has been used by commercial builders, state departments of transportation (DOTs), the military and others to economically reinforce concrete structures for an estimated 100-year design life. ZBAR is maintenance-free and comparable to stainless steel... at a fraction of the cost.
View our project gallery at http://www.specifyzbar.com/zbar_in_use.aspx.
About ZBAR
ZBAR by industry leader Gerdau is a premium, high-performance reinforcing steel product that is ideal for use in harsh environments with high risk for corrosion, such as marine applications or where deicing salts are used. Successfully tested per ASTM A944 and compliant with ASTM A1055, ZBAR combines A615/A706 reinforcing steel bars with a powerful corrosion prevention system.
Applications for ZBAR can include:
- Transportation infrastructure (bridges, roadways)
- Military infrastructure (naval piers, buildings, levees)
- Commercial construction (hotels, condominiums, parking garages)
- Institutional construction (universities, hospitals, transit stations)
- Public facilities (museums, theme parks)
- Other (seawalls, spillways, pre-cast concrete products)
For more information, visit http://www.specifyzbar.com/why_zbar/about_zbar.aspx.
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