WHAT IS GFRC?
Simply put GFRC or glass fiber reinforced concrete is concrete reinforced with glass fibers and polymers. Special alkaline resistant glass fibers and polymers are used instead of steel. These fibers will not rust like steel making GFRC a very desirable product where water may be present. The other main advantages of GFRC are its lightweight, strong, weather resistant, fire retardant, impermeable, and attractive
MAC utilizes GFRC to construct most of their products which offer a higher tensile strength than steel or concrete, basically GFRC has a higher maximum load before it will fracture. The higher the fiber content, the higher the strength. One of the most desirable advantages of GFRC is they weigh a fraction of the weight of traditional pre-cast concrete. The second most desirable advantages of GFRC is the unlimited design freedom with shapes, textures, and color. MAC can customize any aspect of your project. For example a 30 Foot bar top without a seam, or a 16 foot fire table with custom texture, color, sheen, aggregate, the options are truly up to your imagination. GFRC is completely customizable to your liking. Mac has a standard line of products to choose from, however we also pride ourselves in our custom products including outdoor furnishings, fireplaces, fire tables, fire features, fire bowls, Counter tops, and much more. With MAC your in the driver seat, let us help you create your space.
GFRC will not burn, in fact GFRC protects all underlining materials from burning as well.
It is lightweight with superior strength to traditional concrete or other products. It can withstand weather elements and is more freeze-thaw resistant then conventional concrete. There is no rust even in the harshest marine environments
GFRC illuminates the look and feel of natural stone, but possesses the benefit of complete customization. At MAC we believe that GFRC brings together the Strength of stone and the creativity of the designer. With GFRC the design elements are endless. MAC’s history is rooted in Fire technology and systems. We can help take your fire feature to the next level with the perfect flame height, one continuous custom burner, or the perfect complements of fire shapes and fire glass.
MAC utilizes precise calculations to create the perfect color each and every time. We utilize a systematic approach to our process so that each and every piece can be recreated to match color and texture. Each piece is hand crafted to a standard of Luxury.
How GFRC products are created.
GFRC is a slightly more complex process than a typical concrete pour, requiring a lot more attention to detail. Instead of pouring concrete into a form in a single fluid motion, the GFRC is layered within the mold, each layer having a specific function to the success of the piece. The part is constructed upside down on a flat surface and the layers are either hand laid or sprayed into the mold. The first layer of concrete is about 1/8 inch thick. After this layer hardens, but before it dries out, a second thin layer is added, this time with fibers in the mix. This layer is then rolled out to eradicate any lingering air pockets and this mechanically bonds the layers together. Finally, the rest of the concrete with the now-infused fiber can be added into the mold to finish the process. This finished product is a thin, hollow construction of GFRC, and is typically ½ inch to ¾ of an inch thick.
