Mesh & Grid

Basalt grid, or mesh, is made up of basalt fibers that cross at right angles

5x more resilient than glass fibers

100% environmentally safe

Basalt rovings are placed freely atop one another
Arranged in a grid and stitched together with polyester or nylon thread
Manufactured using chain stitches on knitting machines
Remarkable resistance to chemically aggressive substances
Superior tensile strength and durability for ground and structure support

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Applications Industry Advantages Specifications

Common Applications

Basalt Grid/Mesh is used in a variety of ways for long-lasting reinforcement

Asphalt and concrete reinforcement for roadways

Slope and soil stabilization

Structural and masonry reinforcement

Airport and railway infrastructure

Industry Challenges

Many reinforcement fibers present limitations when exposed to chemicals and weather

Polyester mesh can degrade from hydrolysis, oxidation, or solvent stress
Many road construction materials can’t be installed in intense heat or cold
Some reinforcement materials lose mechanical properties in sub-zero weather
Most reinforcement introduces non-natural materials into the environment
Obtaining the reinforcement properties needed can be cost-prohibitive

Material Advantages

Basalt Grid/Mesh outperforms and outlasts other reinforcement materials

Basalt is naturally inert and stands up to aggressive chemical environments
Withstands saline solutions and is 5x more resilient than glass fibers
Can be installed in any weather, thanks to its resistance to both heat and frost
Retains physical and mechanical properties even in sub-zero temperatures
Basalt stone is a natural material that’s 100% environmentally safe

Business Benefits

Basalt can improve performance, project timelines, and costs

Basalt road mesh has the highest performance properties at the lowest cost
Lower risk of material degradation means lower lifetime cost
Avoids project delays with installation during any weather conditions
Retains stability and function even in sub-zero temperatures
Contributes to sustainability goals with a totally natural product material

Key Specifications

Why Basalt Road Grid is better than Metal?

Parameters	Aluminum	Steel
Lower Density	1.4 times	3.9 times
Greater Thermal Tensile Strenth	4.2 times	7.7 times
Reduced Conductivity	400 times	128 times
Electrical Resitance (basalt is an insulator)	Conductor	Conductor
High Corrosion Resistance	Susceptible to electrical corrosion	Not stable

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Trust the Testimonials

Stronger and Lighter, Naturally

"Composite materials like fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) rebars offer higher tensile strength than Grade 60 steel at just a quarter of the weight—and unlike steel, they don’t corrode. This leads to longer service life for concrete structures. Among the various fibers used in FRP bars, basalt fiber stands out as a naturally sourced and sustainable alternative."

Alvaro Ruiz Emparanza

Ph.D., P.E.; Founder & CEO, Ecotori, LLC

Streamlined Our Process

"Using basalt rebar streamlined our tilt-up wall construction process, offering exceptional ease of use compared to steel rebar. Its lighter weight, easy handling, and resistance to corrosion have translated into substantial labor savings, allowing us to achieve efficiency without compromising on structural strength."

Brian Pratt

COO, McGarvey Development Company

Stronger And More Durable

"BFRP rebar is stronger and more durable than the minimum criteria set for GFRP bars and appears to be a viable alternative as a non-corrosive rebar option."

Steven Nolan

Office of Materials, Florida Department of Transportation

Faster, Stronger, and Longer Life

"The benefits of this bridge-building method are threefold. First, the arches are an instant framework. Second, you don’t need any steel reinforcing bars or rebar, because the arches are twice as strong as steel. And third, the tubes protect the concrete from water and elements, extending the life of the concrete."

Dr. Habib Dagher

Advanced Structures and Composites Center, U. of Maine

Same Building Method

"Whenever you introduce a new technology like this, contractors don’t always jump on it because there’s a fear that it’s going to be difficult to build. One of the beauties of [our composite bridge system] is that it’s built exactly the same way as you would build a steel girder or a concrete girder bridge."

Bill Davids

Chair of Civil and Environmental Department, University of Maine

Lighter Means Faster

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Brian Emmons

Project Manager, T Buck Construction

Expertise and Experience Drive Innovation

"It’s a combination of people who know how to build things, how to design things in the real world, plus our knowledge at the University in composite materials. Putting all that together really helped us develop the very unique secret sauce that I think will change how composites will be built in the future."

Dr. Habib Dagher

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Faster Than Expected and No Issues

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