[Ferro List] Basalt Fiber

[Christopher Glasspool]

Hi All,
Thanks to Steve Millard, who mentioned a new fiber on the horizon - Basalt. Check out www.Sudaglass.com , which mention applications and availability of both loose fiber and 25mm square mesh, and roving. According to the manufacturer this seems to be a very interesting replacement for both glass and steel reinforcement. Ferrocement made with this material should be expected to have a much larger temperature range. This temperature range is large enough to wonder if some new types of fc could be manipulated that could be used for kilns or ovens. Maybe PVA fibers added for a release of moisture from the portland cement. Interesting stuff - Thanks Steve! - chris


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