5 Pointers on TMT Bars

Gone are the days of traditional steel bars as TMT steel bars are the new uber-construction requisite. TMT bars are a great innovation in the construction industry as they have a soft inner core and tough outer layer. This ingenious build-up confers TMT bars with outstanding properties which are most helpful for engineers.

Here are 5 pointers on TMT bars.

1. TMT bars have enhanced properties

Unlike traditional construction steel bars, TMT bars have better properties such as high malleability, high ductility, high bending strength and high thermal resistance. Most importantly, TMT bars are high in strength than any other. It is because of the astounding properties of TMT bars that they have a wide application. 

2. Special manufacturing process

Reputed TMT bar Saria manufacturers in India such as SRMB use a special manufacturing process known as the Tempcore technology. The ingenious manufacturing process involves rapid cooling for the extremely hot steel bars that are fresh out of the rolling mill.
The blistering steel bars are quickly cooled with a sequence of water jets. This process makes the outer layer of the bars to be very hard while the inner core being still soft – all but to ensure high bending strength.

3. TMT bars are earthquake resistant

As TMT bars are ductile and have high bending strength, they are best to use in RCC structures that are intended to be earthquake proof. In most cases of building collapses during earthquake, the steel used are brittle and low in bending strength – making them unable to withstand the deformation of the overall structure caused by the seismic effect.
Moreover, the ribs and arcs in TMT bars are well-accented which makes them bond well with concrete. This further improves the longevity of the structure.

4. Low carbon content

Unlike traditional steel bars, TMT bars have low carbon content which makes them superior in ductility. This property, in turn, gives better weldability without deteriorating quality and strength. The carbon presence in TMT bars is usually kept in check at 0.2%. Therefore, they can be welded using normal electrodes.

5. Resistance against corrosion

Corrosion is one of the biggest issues for the deterioration of quality and strength in traditional steel bars, but not in TMT bars as they are corrosion-resistance. Traditional steel bars corrode from humidity present in the air. Over time, the volume of these steel bars increase which exerts pressure on the concrete bind – leading to the ultimate failure of the overall structure. 
TMT bars are constructed to be resistant to humidity which causes corrosion. This useful property of TMT bars enhances the lifespan of the structure.

Last but Not Least - TMT Saria price list

TMT steel bars come in different grades and therefore, their prices vary accordingly. To get the full price list of TMT bars, visit https://www.srmbsteel.com/products.

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