Stronger container terminals with fiberglass dowels

Why fiberglass dowels and rebars are indispensable at modern container terminals

How do you keep concrete pavements at container terminals in one piece under extreme loads?

Container terminals face the toughest of uses: gigantic axle loads from reach stackers, dynamic forces when moving containers, as well as prolonged exposure to salt and moisture. It is a place where traditional materials quickly lose the battle.

The solution? Fiberglass dowels and rebars from Fiber Dowels. Innovative, durable and perfectly suited for this type of heavy-duty application. In this blog, we explain why fiberglass makes all the difference at container terminals.

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Why fiberglass at container terminals?

Concrete structures at container terminals are stressed daily by heavy equipment such as reach stackers, terminal tractors and cranes. Add weather, moisture and chemicals, and you have a challenging environment for any construction equipment.

Fiberglas for container terminals provides the solution to this:

No rust = no expansion = no cracking
Optimal load transfer prevents cracks and subsidence
Low maintenance resulting in lower lifetime costs

Project example: Port of Antwerp

In the Antwerp port area, a container terminal was reconstructed where steel dowels previously caused a lot of damage and maintenance. Fiber Dowels’ fiberglass dowels and tie rods were now chosen.

Benefits:

No more corrosion even when exposed to brine or seawater
Joints stay tight due to less vibration and wear
Quick processing due to low weight
Lower long-term costs due to less repair work

The client saw an immediate difference in performance and maintenance needs

What are fiberglass dowels and why are they better than steel?

Fiber Dowels fiberglass dowels connect concrete slabs together and provide even distribution of forces. Where steel dowels rust, expand and damage the concrete, fiberglass dowels remain stable and durable.

Fully stainless which is ideal for port areas and salty environments
High tensile and compressive strength that can withstand extremely heavy loads
Lightweight for easy handling and quick installation
No expansion or deformation that prevents damage to the concrete

Vear container terminals that means: less damage, less cost and more continuity.

Perfect for automated terminals

More and more container terminals are using automated vehicles and self-propelled cranes to move containers efficiently. In such environments, stability and minimal disruption is essential.

Fiberglass dowels from Fiber Dowels contain no metals and are not magnetic. As a result, there is no interference with sensors, navigation systems or other automation technology. In addition, they provide a tight and stable surface, which is crucial for accurate operation of automated systems.

With Fiber Dowels, you choose structural strength as well as smart compatibility with modern technology.

Why choose Fiber Dowels?

Fiber Dowels is the specialist in fiberglass reinforced dowels and rebars for heavy-duty concrete structures. We provide practical, future-proof solutions for sectors where reliability counts , such as port sites, airports and industry.

Personal advice tailored to your situation
Fast international delivery
Technical support during design and execution

Whether you’re working on a new construction or renovation, we think with you.

Building for the future starts with fiberglass

Container terminals are heavily loaded and often run 24/7. The choice of materials then makes a world of difference. Fiberglass dowels and rebars from Fiber Dowels offer maximum durability as well as optimum compatibility with modern technology.

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More applications in infrastructure

Fiberglass dowels and fiberglass rebars are extremely well suited for applications such as:

Thanks to their superior properties, these fiberglass products are increasingly chosen by municipalities, provinces, and infrastructure specialists who prioritize sustainability, cost savings, and quality.

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