MATERIAL DATA SHEET

Steel fibre reinforced concrete (100mm, 150mm, 200mm, 250mm, 300mm structural slab/wall)

Cast Concrete
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ATLAS CODE
MIN-CEM-CC-001
Steel fibre reinforced concrete (100mm, 150mm, 200mm, 250mm, 300mm structural slab/wall)
Category mineral
Material Family Cementitious
Regulatory Status non-combustible
Density
2400 kg/m3
Carbon (A1-A5)
0.13 kgCO₂e
Fire Class
non-combustible
Lifespan
50-100+ years yrs
Description

Steel fibre reinforced concrete (SFRC) uses discrete steel fibres (e.g., Dramix 3D) to enhance post-crack performance and toughness of structural concrete slabs and walls.

Primary Sectors
[Industrial][Transport & Infrastructure]
Typical Uses
  • Suspended structural slabs (100-300mm thickness)
  • Industrial warehouse floors
  • Heavy infrastructure projects
  • Ground-supported slabs
  • Retaining walls and basement walls
  • Precast concrete elements
  • Shotcrete applications
  • Marine structures
  • Mining and tunnelling applications
  • Bushfire-resistant construction (BAL 12.5-40)
Recycled Content 15
Renewable Content 0
Recyclability 100
Embodied Carbon 0.13 kgCO₂e
Embodied Energy 1.5 MJ/kg
EPD Available Yes
Advantages
Enhanced tensile strength (4.5-7.5 MPa) and post-crack performance40-80% improvement in shear strength3-5× better fatigue resistance than plain concreteReduced construction time (eliminates mesh installation)Extended joint spacing capability (4-8m)Excellent fire resistance (FRL up to 180/180/180)Superior acoustic performance (STC 50-65)70-80% reduction in explosive spalling under fire15-25% improvement in carbonation resistance100+ year service life with proper design
Cautions
15-50 $/m³ premium over standard concreteRequires Performance Solution pathway under NCCEngineering certification mandatoryLimited pumping capability at high dosages (>80 kg/m³)Skilled installation crew requiredQuality control critical for fibre distributionHigher embodied energy (5-35% increase)Limited EPD availability in AustraliaPotential corrosion of exposed fibresSpecialist equipment for high-dosage mixes
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TECHNICAL DATA: PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES MIN-CEM-CC-001
Density (Dry) 2400 kg/m3
Specific Gravity 2.45
Porosity 12 %
Water Absorption 3 %
Hardness 7
Surface Roughness 6 μm
UV Resistance excellent
Chemical Resistance good
pH Tolerance 11-13
Compressive Strength 20-50 MPa
Tensile Strength 2.2-4.1 MPa
Flexural Strength 6 MPa
Shear Strength 10 MPa
Elastic Modulus 30000-37000 MPa
Yield Strength 4.5 MPa
Impact Resistance high J/m
Bearing Capacity 34 kN/m²
Poisson's Ratio 0.2
Creep Resistance good
Abrasion Resistance excellent
Thermal Conductivity 2.25 W/mK
Thermal Resistance 0.08 m²K/W
Specific Heat Capacity 950 J/kgK
Thermal Expansion 11 μm/m·K
Melting Point 1200 °C
Sound Transmission Class (STC) 58
Noise Reduction Coeff. (NRC) 0.05
Optical
Light Transmittance 0 %
Light Reflectance (LRV) 25 %
Solar Reflectance (SRI) 35

Steel fibre reinforced concrete emerged in the 1960s, with Australian adoption accelerating after AS 3600:2018 introduced Section 16 specifically for SFRC design. BOSFA Australia (100% subsidiary of NV Bekaert SA) established market leadership with Dramix fibres, while Victorian innovation includes Twintec Group's sustainable variants using 98% recycled steel. The technology has evolved from industrial flooring to structural applications, with current Australian market consumption exceeding 50,000 tonnes of steel fibres annually. Recent developments include robotic shotcrete applications for mining and sustainable low-carbon variants achieving 30-50% embodied carbon reduction.

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SAFETY, ECOLOGY & INSTALLATION MIN-CEM-CC-001
Flame Spread Index 0
Smoke Developed Index 0
Combustibility Class non-combustible
Fire Resistance Rating 120/120/120 hours
Heat Release Rate 0 kW/m²
Toxicity of Combustion none
Embodied Carbon (A1-A3) 0.13 kgCO₂e/kg
Embodied Energy 1.5 MJ/kg
Water Footprint 200 L/kg
EPD Available Yes
Recycled Content 15%
Renewable Content 0%
LEED Points 3
Circular Economy Score 75 /100
VOC Emissions 0 g/L
Skill Level professional
Crew Size 4
Installation Time 400 m²/day hr/m²
Curing Time 28 days hours
Setting Time 24-48 hours min
Temperature Range 5-35°C °C
Humidity Range 40-95% RH %
Required Tools
Concrete pumps (standard or modified for high dosage)Vibrating screedsPower trowelsLaser levelsJoint cutting equipmentCuring compounds spray equipment
Certifications Required
Engineering certification (AS3600:2018)NATA-accredited testingQuality assurance to AS/NZS ISO 9001
Weather Limitations
Avoid pouring below 5°CAvoid pouring above 35°CProtection required in rainWind protection for finishing
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COMMERCIAL, LOGISTICS & REGULATORY MIN-CEM-CC-001
Material Cost 350-450
Installation Cost 75-120
Annual Maintenance 0.5
Lifecycle Cost (50yr) 850
Market Availability readily available
Lead Time 5-10 days weeks
Design Life 50-100+ years years
Warranty Period 12 months years
Maintenance Interval 5 years months
Service Temp Range -40 to +80°C °C
Freeze/Thaw Resistance excellent
Dimensional Stability excellent
Certifications Held
AS/NZS ISO 9001 (Quality management)NATA accreditation for testingGreen Star material creditsEPD Australasia (limited availability)BPIC registrationZero VOC emissionsSafe Work Australia compliant
Fire Code Compliance
AS 1530.1 (Non-combustible)AS 1530.3 (Fire hazard properties)AS 1530.4 (Fire resistance)BCA Specification C1.1
Standards Compliance
NCC 2022 Performance Solution requiredAS 3600:2018 Section 16 (SFRC provisions)AS 1379:2007 (Concrete supply)AS 3972 (Portland cement)ASTM C1609 (Flexural performance)ASTM C1550 (Flexural toughness)ASTM C1116 (Fibre reinforced concrete)ISO 13270 (Steel fibres)ISO 14025 (EPD framework)EN 14889-1 (Steel fibres)EN 14651 (Test method)

DISCLAIMER: This specification document is generated from the CLAD Materials Atlas Database. Information is for general guidance only and does not constitute professional engineering advice. Values are typical and may vary by batch, manufacturer, and production run. Verify suitability for specific project applications independently.

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