WORKING WITH AGENCIES & INDUSTRIES
The FRP Institute is dedicated to advancing the use of non-corrosive, high-strength reinforcement in concrete products for infrastructure repair and replacement, commercial products, and residential applications. We work closely with public agencies, engineering firms, and concrete producers to explain the benefits of FRP reinforcement in building resilient, environmentally conscious structures.
Our auditing service works hand-in-hand with AASHTO to verify manufacturers and set standards for quality FRP reinforcement products. The FRP Institute’s educational effort is spearheaded by some of the industry’s leading experts in composite reinforcement. If you’re ready to build a more sustainable future with modern concrete reinforcement, now’s the time to join the FRP Institute.
MEMBERSHIP TYPES
- Producers (FRP manufacturers)
- Associates (Suppliers and other Industry partners)
- Professional/Academic (Individuals in engineering profession, construction industry or academia)
MEMBER BENEFITS
- DOT acceptance of FRP Institute manufacturer facility audits for select programs
- Representation on select AASHTO committees and with other key groups
- Access to the latest research and related information regarding FRP reinforcement in concrete
- Educational seminars and presentation materials
- Opportunity to participate in a new era of concrete reinforcement in civil infrastructure.
AUDITED/CERTIFIED MEMBERS
A leader in FRP rebar technology, MST BAR combines deep knowledge of the composite industry with concrete reinforcement structural expertise to deliver glass fiber reinforced rebar (GFRP) with superior strength and stiffness. Tested and proven in the market, MST BAR provides corrosion-free reinforcement solutions for +100 year concrete structures.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
V•ROD™ Fiberglass rebar has been a pioneer in the concrete reinforcement sector for over 25 years. V•RODTM is recognized as the leader in the supply of fiberglass rebar through its exceptional service, high quality product and largest range of products available on the market. Present across North America and having an international reputation, V•RODTM is known as the most reliable source of fiberglass rebar.
Thetford Mines, Quebec, Canada & Rockford, IL, USA
Canton, Michigan
Tokyo Rope produces carbon fiber composite cable (CFCC), developed through its new composite technology, to provide high-strength, non-corrosive cable to the industry. Tokyo Rope’s “total cable technology” combines rope-related materials processing, engineering, and measurement and diagnostic technologies to deliver high-quality solutions to its customers.
PRODUCER/SUPPLIER MEMBERS
Strongwell is the recognized leader in the manufacture of fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites using the pultrusion process. Strongwell has pultruded FRP composites since 1956. Strongwell’s four manufacturing facilities offer more than 730,000 sq. ft. of manufacturing space with more than 65 pultrusion machines. The company also operates its own in-house, full-service machine shop, as well as a 10,000 sq. ft. in-house laboratory capable of R&D, product development, and a wide range of testing. Engineers of numerous disciplines are on staff.
Bristol, Virginia
TUF-BAR develops and produces corrosion-free superior quality fiberglass rebar (GFRP) using the highest quality resins and fiberglass materials.
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
SFTec is a professional entrepreneurial Canadian-based company specializing in the composite rebar. SFT-branded products are designed in Canada and manufactured to meet the latest US and Canadian standards and codes requirements. A leader in the GFRP rebar industry, SFTec is committed to R&D and continuous product improvement, SFT-Bar® product testing and certification is done with leading institutions and universities.
Dorval, Quebec, Canada
Fyfe is a pioneer in the fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) structural strengthening industry. Today we are a world leader in designing and manufacturing Tyfo®, a system of specialized carbon and glass fabrics, which we combine with polymers to strengthen a wide range of concrete, masonry, steel, and timber structures. The Tyfo FRP system is also used to rehabilitate piping systems. The goal of our combined efforts is to advance the use of FRP in the bridge industry by providing uniform acceptance criteria and quality control standards for suppliers of externally bonded FRP systems to the bridge industry.
Houston, Texas
Lyndhurst, NJ
With over 100 years of experience, Sika is the worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. Sika has offices in over 100 countries with over 300 manufacturing facilities and more than 27,000 employees worldwide.
Pleasanton, CA
For more than 55 years, Simpson Strong-Tie has focused on creating structural products that help people build safer and stronger homes and buildings. Considered a leader in structural systems research, testing and innovation, Simpson Strong-Tie works closely with industry professionals to provide code-listed, field-tested products and value-engineered solutions.
Richmond Hill, Ontario, CA
FPrimeC Solutions Inc. specializes in advanced nondestructive testing and evaluation concrete materials, provides engineered products and systems for new construction and offers state-of-the-art solutions to strengthen, repair deterioration and extend the life of existing structures.
South Africa
GFRP South Africa supplies glass fiber reinforcement (GFRP) products for the concrete manufacturing industry and specializes in providing premium GFRP products to niche markets in the construction industry. GFRP South Africa is a BBBEE Level 1, wholly owned South African company, with its head office and manufacturing facility located in Linbro Park, Gauteng, near nationwide logistic routes.