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As the European Championship 2024 approaches, both the teams and the stadiums are drawing significant attention. A key innovation in stadium construction for this event is the use of Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) materials. FRP, known for its high strength, lightweight properties, and resistance to corrosion, is transforming the way stadiums are built. This advanced material is composed of a polymer matrix reinforced with fibers like glass or carbon, offering superior durability compared to traditional materials such as steel and concrete.

Fiber Reinforced Plastic (FRP) plays a pivotal role in revolutionizing the automotive industry, offering a myriad of applications owing to its lightweight, high strength, and exceptional corrosion resistance properties.

The Dongshuimen Bridge in Chongqing was completed in 2014, and its most advanced fiberglass bridge deck was provided by Spare. The bridge deck adopts Spare's innovative hollow mesh technology, which has outstanding advantages. This advanced fiberglass solution not only ensures excellent durability, but also simplifies the construction process. Due to the use of Spare's fiberglass material, the bridge deck can be seamlessly integrated and asphalt can be directly laid after installation, greatly reducing construction time and cost.

The corridor bridge at Tsinghua University Civil Engineering Department uses GFRP panels as permanent formwork for its deck. These panels are chosen for their light weight, ease of construction, and durability. They are secured to the secondary girders with bolts and can be manually adjusted on-site without cranes. Edges are sealed to prevent concrete spillage during pouring. Once set up, concrete is poured over the positioned GFRP bars. Post-installation, the panels require minimal anti-corrosion treatment.

SPARE Composite is pleased to introduce its latest breakthrough in retaining wall solutions: the GRP Structural Composite Retaining Wall System. This cutting-edge system is designed to simplify the construction of retaining walls, making them more cost-effective, environmentally friendly and aesthetically pleasing. By combining the natural look of wood with the advanced properties of fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites, the system offers a lighter and more durable solution than traditional concrete and steel retaining walls.

Concrete, a cornerstone of construction, is often reinforced with steel rebar to combat its brittleness and limited tensile strength. However, steel rebar is prone to corrosion, leading to costly maintenance and potential structural failures. Enter fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) rebar, a non-corrosive alternative ideal for long-term use in challenging environments like bridges, seawalls, and wastewater plants. FRP rebar offers higher tensile strength (1.5 to 2 times that of steel), better fatigue resistance, and is significantly lighter, easing transportation and installation.