Advanced Paving - Fibre Reinforced Concrete
Applications include:
- External ground supported slabs
- Roadways and pavements
- Farm yards and roadways
- Domestic driveways
Benefits of Advanced Fibre Reinforced Concrete
- Concrete and reinforcement is placed in one operation
- Concrete is supplied with the exact amount of reinforcement that is required (no wastage)
- Can show an overall cost saving per square metre compared to concrete placed with traditional steel mesh reinforcement
- Reduces the need to store, cut, place and fix steel reinforcing mesh on site
- Provides resistance to cracking and improves impact and abrasion qualities
Technical Data
CEMEX Advanced Paving can be specified and installed based upon the following load and construction recommendations:
| Solution | Slab Thickness (mm) | Maximum Loading | Max Joint Spacing (m) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Paving 150 | 150 | LGV / Light Usage | 6 |
| Advanced Paving 175 | 175 | Medium Usage / Heavy Usage | 6 |
| Advanced Paving 200 | 200 | HGV / Standing Trailers | 6 |
*design assumptions apply
If your requirements fall outside of the above parameters please use our Advanced Design service to find a bespoke solution for your project - call our Product Support Helpline on 0800 667 827
Cost Savings Versus Mesh Reinforcement
Using CEMEX Advanced Paving can lead to significant reductions in reinforcement costs in addition to the savings associated with faster and easier placement. The table below indicates typical savings compared to a range of traditional mesh solutions:
| Solution | MESH TYPE | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A142 | A193 | A252 | A393 | |
| Advanced Paving 150 | 5% | 7% | 12% | 20% |
| Advanced Paving 175 | 3% | 5% | 9% | 14% |
| Advanced Paving 200 | 1% | 3% | 6% | 10% |
Cost Comparison Table – typical savings on reinforcement compared to traditional mesh solutions
CEMEX will provide you access to our highly experienced technical team who will be able to create bespoke mixes for all your readymix concrete needs. Our technical team has a vast experience of producing unique mixes for individual jobs, and can facilitate issues such as corrosive ground conditions, extreme weather conditions and high strength requirements. CEMEX will work to your specification, or if requested provide suggestions to ensure that we meet the specific needs of your project.