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FORTA Announces European Expansion in Northern Ireland

With more than 40 years of experience supplying concrete fibers to the European market from its headquarters in Grove City, PA in the USA, FORTA is increasing the efficiency of its supply network to the European concrete and asphalt markets. To provide customers with an easily accessible fibre reinforcement option, FORTA has joined forces with […]

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FORTA proudly announces partnership with ASU

Through a newly announced professorship at Arizona State University, researchers in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering will work with FORTA to continue advances in developing stronger pavement materials that make roadways safer and more durable.

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Visible Reinforcement

The Infrastructure Improvements America Needs

The United States’ system of roads, highways, and bridges are critical in making it possible for the country to function every day. The road networks include more than 4 million miles of public roadways, carrying almost 3 trillion vehicle miles traveled in 2011 alone (American Society of Civil Engineers Report Card). These roadways allow for […]

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Vehicles Consume Less Fuel on Smoother Asphalt Pavements

According to experts, vehicles driving on smoother pavements, particularly smooth asphalt pavements, consume less fuel than driving over rough road conditions of poorly constructed roads. Overall, less fuel consumption helps the environment and driver’s fuel budgets, leading to a greener and more cost-effective form of infrastructure. Since the United States has over 2.5 million miles […]

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