Rebar strengthens concrete structures by increasing tensile strength. Steel and concrete have similar thermal expansion coefficients. Rebar surfaces feature ribs for better concrete bonding. Carbon steel is most common type, stainless steel and composites available
New European standard replacing EN 1090-2:2008+A1:2011. Covers steel and aluminum structure execution requirements. Available in English, French and German versions
Part 3 describes preparation grades for steel surfaces with imperfections. Imperfections can occur before or after blast-cleaning process. Standards aim to make surfaces suitable for paint application
Specifies hot dip galvanizing of coarse threaded steel fasteners from M8 to M64. Applies to bolts, screws, studs up to property class 10.9 and nuts up to class 12. Not recommended for diameters smaller than M8 or pitches below 1.25mm
Two-component epoxy phenolic tank and pipe lining for corrosion protection. Certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 61 for potable water applications. Typical coverage is 100-150 microns dry, equivalent to 132-197 microns wet
ISO12944 is industry standard for steel structure corrosion protection. Released in 1998 by key countries and companies. Covers 9 parts including environment classification and testing methods