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While adding steel, micro-synthetic, or macro-synthetic (a more recent development) fibers to concrete have been around for decades, the benefits of utilizing fiber to reinforce concrete span from enhanced toughness, mitigation of plastic shrinkage cracking, and a lighter weight compared to traditional steel rebar. Depending on if the project will allow, contractors might find fiber-reinforcement a cost-effective alternative to provide durability.
