TMT (Thermo Mechanically Treated) bars of high strength put on the market are characterized by super-strength and durability in comparison to standard TMT bars. Although their cost might be a little higher the advantages could compensate for the cost of the particular applications.
Price Comparison:
Standard TMT Bars: Generally speaking, these bars belong to Fe 415 and Fe 500 grades and, as a rule, they are the cheapest bars available.
High-Strength TMT Bars: These TMT bars showcase the top-notch grades like Fe 550 and Fe 600 which contribute to the higher price per tonne compared to the regular TMT bars.
Manufacturer: Renowned brands can be higher priced than the less established companies’ products.
Location: Prices can vary depending on the demand in the region, transportation expenses, and taxes of the local community.
Grade and Size: Naturally, the higher the grades and bigger the sizes, the higher the cost of the bars.
High-Rise Buildings: High-strength concrete makes it possible to use thin columns and reduce the overall weight of the structure, which consequently saves costs and provides space-efficient solutions.
Infrastructure Projects: Bridges, dams, and such key structures require robust materials, and therefore a high-strength TMT becomes a worthy choice.
Seismic Zones: Soft Stories or Liquefaction can be effectively controlled by Soft-Story strengthening which is an enhanced ductility characterized by strength.
Areas with Space Constraints: This advantage allows the combination of walls and roofs into a slab, which significantly decreases the slab thickness, and results in more useable space.
Reduced Steel Consumption: The superior strength allows for the use of a smaller amount of material which can lead to the cost difference being cancelled.
Enhanced Structural Integrity: The robust properties also help the buildings to be more earthquake and load-resistant, which ultimately makes them safer.
Long-Term Durability: Bars with high strength indicate better corrosion resilience and fatigue strength thus resulting in infrastructures with longer lifespans.
Consequently, the selection of high-strength TMT bars becomes a strategic move that could lead ultimately to cost reduction and better performance in the future.
