Galen-Panamerica has been at the forefront of the concrete and composite reinforcement industry for over two decades. Its name has become synonymous with innovation and expertise in the construction industry ever since. One of the early pioneers in the field of fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP)-reinforced concrete, Galen-Panamerica helped establish composite reinforcements as an industry standard when it was only a fledgling concept.

Among Galen-Panamerica’s most notable contributions is the development of a revolutionary composite mesh that overcomes many problems associated with traditional rebars.

Since traditional rebars are heavy and laid out in larger squares, they may not be suitable for all structural purposes. Contractors often look for smaller squares of the mesh and thinner steel materials that can be used in a wide range of applications compared to bulkier rebars. Galen-Panamerica’s mesh is lightweight and flexible, which gives contractors greater versatility and ease of use than traditional rebars while reducing the number of truck movements required for transportation.

Galen-Panamerica’s composite mesh is also a step away from traditional steel mesh reinforcements that are difficult to unroll. The innovative composite mesh reinforcements are supplied as flat sheets or mats and rolls that don’t retain a rolled-up shape, making them significantly easier to use. The mesh is made from materials with high tensile strength, so they can be deployed on job sites within seconds or minutes as opposed to hours.

In addition, the high bonding force of the FRP rebars in the mesh results in a more reliable and long-lasting reinforcement option for concrete structures.

It is a game-changing solution driving progress and unlocking new possibilities in the construction industry.

“Many construction companies could test our composite mesh at the world of concrete event. They witnessed our product’s benefits firsthand, specifically how it eliminated the headache associated with unrolling heavy steel wire mesh,” says Valery Hurynovich, chief operating officer of Galen-Panamerica.

It integrates two technologies to create a mesh. The first is the pultrusion technology, which specializes in producing small-diameter wires. The other is the injection-molding technology, which is adept at constructing complex shapes. Together, these technologies add significant strength and durability to the mesh structures while ensuring their optimal flexibility for many structural applications.

Many construction companies could test our composite mesh at the world of concrete event. They witnessed our product’s benefits firsthand, specifically how it eliminated the headache associated with unrolling heavy steel wire mesh

Galen-Panamerica’s composite reinforcements have gained worldwide attention. Its journey started with the Landmark Arena project in Abu Dhabi, which included the Louvre Museum and the Woburn Museum. In the Louvre Museum, the prime challenge was preventing corrosion from the seawater pools around the buildings. Galen-Panamerica’s mesh could reinforce this due to its non-corrosive nature. Its special thermosave wall ties designed to secure the composite mesh in concrete structures also helped in reducing the possibility of future water corrosion. These ties are made from a corrosion-resistant thermoplastic material unaffected by chloride exposure, a common cause of corrosion in traditional steel wall ties.

The American Concrete Institute (ACI) and the International Center for Polymers and Composites Engineering (ICPE) are consistently propelling the construction industry toward a promising future of composite materials with access to a comprehensive set of codes, design guides, specifications, and best practices. Taking a positive strive in that direction, Galen Panamerica is contributing to the industry as a leading manufacturer of advanced non-corrosive composite material that offers a lower carbon footprint and a longer lifespan for infrastructure.