Technical resources

Technical documentation to specify GFRC.

Reference material for architects, project managers, and technical buyers. Composition, tolerances, fasteners, comparisons with cast-in-place concrete, maintenance.

Technical

GFRC panel fasteners

Anchor systems for GFRC facades: chemical vs mechanical, capacity per anchor, adjustment tolerances, selection criteria for wind and seismic loads.

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Comparative

GFRC vs cast-in-place concrete

When to choose GFRC vs cast-in-place concrete: weight, construction timeline, geometric repeatability, quality control, total cost. Technical decision for specifying architects.

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GFRC facade maintenance

Typical maintenance plan for GFRC facades: cleaning cycles, joint inspection, sealants, finish touch-ups. Expected service life 50+ years with preventive maintenance.

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GFRC facade tolerances

Fabrication and installation tolerances in GFRC: ±2 mm per piece, ±5 mm on site, panel-to-panel alignment. PCI MNL-130 standards as applied at MODECO.

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Educational

What is GFRC? Glass-fiber reinforced concrete

GFRC (Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete) is concrete where glass fibers replace steel reinforcement. Result: lightweight panels (7-10 psf), 8-25 mm thick, with architectural strength and durability.

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