GRP (glassfibre reinforced plastic) composite rebar is the next-generation material for concrete reinforcement in the region and with the recent acceptance of the material in the International Building Code (IBC), the construction industry can expect to see wider use of GRP in these applications.

SINCE it began formal operations early this year in the UAE, Dubai-based Schoeck ME has been focusing on the engineering and the distribution of Schöck ComBar produced by its parent company Schöck, a German structural building products manufacturer.