Application of fiberglass frit in construction engineering

Fiberglass frit is a composite material in which high-strength glass fibers are joined by a matrix based on inorganic binders. The valuable technological properties of fiberglass frit include its high tensile and bending strength, crack resistance, impact load resistance, decreased water permeability, absence of the propensity for formation of shrinkage cracks, and high fireproof characteristics. As distinct from the polymer-based composite materials, fiberglass frit has high resistance to fire, corrosion, and biologically active agents frequently encountered in ambient environment. Fiberglass frit does not contain compounds which are hazardous to the health of man or animals. Fiberglass frit reinforced with nonmetallic materials is not magnetic. The use of fiberglass frit allows for an effective solution of the problem of saving metal materials and human resources in construction engineering. The use of fiberglass as a reinforcing material for fiberglass frit is discussed. The application areas of fiberglass frit and products made of this material are described. Problems on the strength of fiberglass frit depending on various factors are studied.