Types of steel bars used in construction

Building materials like wood and concrete have long been replaced by steel bars in the construction industry. This is now the age of reinforcement steel bars in all sectors alike- residential, commercial and industrial. Thus, if you happen to be involved in construction, no matter what your role is- architect, engineer, contractor, or distributorship business, it is of paramount importance that you choose the right steel bar for your project. Right now, the most popular reinforcement steel bar that dominates the construction market is thermo mechanically treated (TMT) bars; however, it is important that you go through the list present in this blog to understand the applications, strengths and weakness of each so that you can make an informed choice with clarity and confidence. If you happen to be involved in a TMT bar distributorship a very lucrative business in construction but are facing doubts over your choices, then this blog will be of help to you. In fact, for all architects, engineers, designers, builders and contractors too, not choosing just the right steel bar can cause a lot of problems. We hope to solve this trouble for you with this blog of ours.

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Strengths, weaknesses & applications:

Here’s is the list that delves into the ins and outs of some of the most talked about and used steel bars available in the construction world:

TMT bars:

Known as the present and future of construction, no other steel bar in the market is as scientifically backed as this one. Also the most trusted steel bar because of its proven track record for decades, this has emerged as the most effective and reliable choice for all. Standing out because of its high tensile strength, TMT bars are thermo mechanically created through intense heating and quenching procedures and have a better bonding with cement than all its counterparts. Also equipped with high ductility, these building materials are the best in terms of not breaking but bending under immense stress, thus proving to be immune to earthquakes. Exceptionally weldable too, they are the easiest to work with during construction and can be put into use for a lot of intricate designs. The most unmatched feature of it is the corrosion resistance. In a country like India where monsoon and humidity are major threats, these corrosion-resistant bars assure you a complete escape from all sorts of maintenance costs and work in the long run. This also means that you get the best value for money along with top-notch quality and reliability when it comes to them.

Available in a diverse range of steel grades, they are the first choice now for all stakeholders in construction. Used to build critical industrial, commercial and residential projects like important skyscrapers, bridges, flyovers, dams and platforms, these bars solve all your trouble by being the benchmark of quality and reliability in the industry.

HYSD bars:

High Yield Strength Deformed (HYSD) Steel Bars are uniquely manufactured through high temperatures and cold twisting procedures. They have been used extensively in the past and thus have a lot of credibility attached to them. Known for their flexibility and durability, HYSD bars are mostly used in wet regions for the construction of tunnels and underground sewage.

But there are limitations that hold them back. They have a tendency to compromise the structural integrity of the architecture concerned due to their lack of corrosion resistance. Due to not being the most cutting-edge and advanced building material in the construction industry, they are not as sophisticated, relevant and useful in today’s day and age. Although their tensile strength is higher than many steel bars, they are not the top most priority for most projects.

CTD bars:

Manufactured with the aim of inducing deformations, CTD or cold twisted deformed bars are obtained through cold working. This results in them not having the best of mechanical properties in every aspect. Also called Tor steel, the grains in them are turned into crystals while manufacturing.

Due to this reason, their ductility, weldability and corrosion resistance are not as good as you would want. In previous generations, they were used very widely, but in 2024, the advent of more cutting-edge technologies has far outpaced them. More prone to collapsing when put under a lot of stress, construction projects are mostly not willing to take the risk with them.

Stainless steel bars:

Mostly used in territories where the structure is highly exposed to chemicals and moisture, stainless steel bars are seen in chemical plants, structures with intricate designs and sewage treatment facilities. The most amount of infrastructural growth however does not take place because of them. Public facilities that are meant for everyone’s daily usage are not made of stainless steel bars- due to uniqueness which only allows catering to particular needs.

A mix of iron, nickel and chromium, their features in terms of corrosion resistance, anti-rusting and durability are good but are not suitable for the construction of high-end structures where there is no room for compromises on structural integrity. Their high cost is also another limitation that constraints people from opting for it.

Epoxy coated rebars:

Used extensively for the construction of coastal and marine structures, bridge decks and treatment plants that cater to water problems, Epoxy Coated Rebars prevent structures from decaying due to exposure to moisture and salt.

Equipped with a layer of epoxy to ensure better corrosion resistance, these bars lack the durability, ductility and strength that most house construction or industrial projects demand. As a result, their usage is limited. They yield positive results- but only when the demand meets their build design and purpose.

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How does Adukia Industries’ UltraMax TMT bar solve your problems?

Equipped with warehouses spread out all over the country, our UltraMax TMT bars safeguard every TMT bar distributorship, architect, engineer, designer, builder and contractor from problems due to quality and reliability. Helping empower people involved in construction, these reinforcement steel bars have been the best TMT bars in Assam, West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand and more for decades.

Armed with an extra protective oxide layer to prevent moisture from settling in, no other TMT bar in the market is as corrosion-resistant as this. Its high tensile strength, ductility, durability, weldability, weather, earthquake and corrosion resistance makes them the most preferred choice amongst all everywhere in the country. With a proven track record of delivering every single time, your TMT bar distributorship or career as a stakeholder in construction enjoys profits and stays free from trouble due to its exceptional effectiveness in all areas – even in coastal and seismic activity-prone regions.

Also made with eco-friendly raw materials during the manufacturing process, these steel bars require no renovation and repair thus also saving the planet from constant pollution and emission of greenhouse gasses. Guided by thorough and comprehensive customer support even after sales and product delivery, our aim remains to maximize your satisfaction even in the times of contingencies.