What is Glassfibre Reinforced Concrete (GRC)?

Glassfibre Reinforced Concrete:

Glassfibre reinforced concrete, commonly known as "GRC", is a remarkably versatile building material that expands the possibilities of design.

Introduced to the market in the 1960's, GRC is created from a mixture of cement, fine aggregate, water, chemical admixtures and alkali resistant glassfibres.

GRC can be moulded into futuristic designs, or shaped to match traditional forms. It can be painted, coloured, or simply left with its natural white or grey hue. It can be smooth or textured in finish.

• Prefinished product, saves the hassle of onsite painting.
• Highly customised product
• Faster installation time

With its low consumption of energy and natural raw materials, GRC is also environmentally friendly, and can reduce loadings on buildings leading to savings in superstructure and foundations.

GRC has a significantly higher flexural and tensile strength compared to traditional concrete. Elements are manufactured using a special spray-technique that allows for low water/cement-ratio, low thickness, and high strength. With the long durability, low weight, and great formability, GRC is suitable for both new constructions and renovation projects.

With all of these benefits, it is of small wonder that the technology has become one of the most popular materials for creative prefabricated architectural cladding. 

BB Fiberbeton GRC:

Hume is the trusted supplier in Australia of BB Fiberbeton, the world leading manufacturer of GRC facade elements. 

BB Fiberbeton GRC is made of white cement and crushed dolomite which is reinforced with glass fibre. The thin shell elements can be created in any shape, size or dimension.

It is durable, lightweight and formable, coming in many shapes and sizes from small cassettes to large full storey-height.

Projects:

BB Fiberbeton GRC has been a feature many landmark projects around the world, including:

• Pirrama Park, Pyrmont - City of Sydney Council Architects, 2021
• Amare, The Hague - JCAU Architects & Urbanists, 2021
• Sky Park, Bratislava - Zaha Hadid Architects, 2020
• AARhus, Aarhus - BIG & Gehl Architects, 2019
• LEGO Campus, Billund - C.F. Møller Architects, 2018
• Maersk Tower, Copenhagen - C.F. Møller Architects, 2017
• Metropolis, Copenhagen - Future Systems / Danielsen Architecture, 2008.

Contact the Hume Architectural Team about GRC:

The Hume Architectural team at Hume Building Products provides end-to-end service and solutions in Glassfibre Reinforced Concrete (GRC) for architects, builders and designers. Our customisable, leading-brand GRC profiles suit any project.

For more information on GRC, contact the Hume Architectural team in Sydney:

• Call: 02 9681 9096
• Email: architectural@humebuildingproducts.com.au