Product Information

Gatorbar Data Sheet - 20231218

View our data sheet for GatorBar data and physical properties.

GatorBar_datasheet_IMPERIAL_1.pdf (560.01 KB)

GatorBar Brochure - 20231214

Why GatorBar? This brochure tells the GatorBar story. Faster Install + Better Concrete = Better Business

GatorBar_trifold_1.pdf (3.88 MB)

GatorBar Packaging & Logistics Sheet - 20231128

Information about our packaging and logistics. 

GatorBar_Packaging_Logistics.pdf (36.41 KB)

GatorBar Application Flyer – Welded Wire Mesh 20231213

Information about welded wire mesh applications. 

GatorBar_Welded_Wire_Mesh_Brochure.pdf (1.68 MB)

GatorBar Application Flyer – Grain Bins 20231218

View GatorBar application flyer for Grain Bins

GatorBar_Grain_Bin_Brochure.pdf (5.22 MB)

GatorBar Application Flyer – Pools 20231218

View GatorBar application flyer for Pools

GatorBar_Pool_Brochure.pdf (1.58 MB)

Whitepapers

Slab on Grade Whitepaper 2

An upgraded FRP slab on grade application whitepaper by Steven E. Williams, PE.

FRP_Modulus_of_Elasticity_White_Paper.pdf (305.92 KB)

Slab on Grade Whitepaper

Learn about how using FRP rebar in slab on grade applications can be beneficial in this whitepaper by Steven E. Williams, PE. 

FRP_Modulus_of_Elasticity_White_Paper_Final3.pdf (154.75 KB)

Bundling White Paper

This whitepaper discusses the advantages of bundling BFRP rebar and shows how it can be used in design and construction.

Bundling_Whitepaper_final.pdf (191.84 KB)

GatorBar Evaluation Report

Review evaluation by Ian N. Robertson, PhD, P.E. regarding using GatorBar in reinforced concrete applications in Hawaii.

GatorBar_evaluation_report.pdf (578.73 KB)

Subbase Improvements Paper

Review capabilities of Neuvokas Engineers by reading through their proposed solutions to a customer's over budget situation. 

Modeling_and_Simulation_of_Subbase_Improvements_for_Texas_Soils_Neuvokas_Corp.pdf (1003.04 KB)

Designs & Stamped Documents

Design & Installation Manual 052121_V2

Neuvokas GatorBar Design Manual as reviewed by the International Code Council (ICC). Dated May 21, 2021.

D-IM-GatorBar.pdf (238.15 KB)

Stamped Letter by OH Licensed Engineer

Stamped letter by Daniel Messmer, P.E. of the State of Ohio regarding the use of GatorBar.

GatorBar_OH_Review.pdf (252.48 KB)

Stamped Letter by NY Licensed Engineer

Stamped letter by Daniel Messmer, P.E. of the State of New York regarding the use of GatorBar.

Gatorbar_NY_Review.pdf (597.37 KB)

Stamped Letter by PA Licensed Engineer

Stamped letter by Kevin Nadalin, P.E. of the State of Pennsylvania regarding the use of GatorBar.

GatorBar_PA_Approval_Letter.pdf (493.71 KB)

Stamped Letter by CA Licensed Engineer

Stamped letter by John M. Cook, SE, of the State of California regarding the use of GatorBar.

CA_approval.pdf (94.15 KB)

Stamped Stem Wall Design Oregon 

This stem wall was designed with GatorBar and stamped by Patrick Ford, Professional Engineer licensed in Oregon. 

GatorBar_OR_drawing_letter.pdf (284.59 KB)

Stamped Stem Wall Design Washington

This stem wall was designed with GatorBar and stamped by Patrick Ford, Professional Engineer licensed in Washington.

GatorBar_WA_letter_detail-2.pdf (489.89 KB)

Flat Basement Wall Design Chart 20180227

Use this chart to determine whether or not GatorBar will be a good fit for your flat basement wall.

GB_minimum_vertical_reinforcement.pdf (139.49 KB)

Footing Design

View drawings of a footing designed with #3 GatorBar, stamped by Steve Williams, a Professional Engineer licensed in Michigan.

Footing_design_MI.pdf (322.68 KB)

Spread Footings and Stem Wall Letter

This letter, written by Steve Williams, PE, explains how GatorBar can be used in spread footings and stem walls.

GatorBar_Footings_Stem_Walls_rev.pdf (124.44 KB)

Structural Calculations for Sound Barrier Reinforcement 

View the structural calculations to design with GatorBar in sound barrier precast applications.

Structural_Calculations_Sound_Barrier_Reinforcement.pdf (107.42 KB)

Tank Design Using BFRP Reinforcement 160311-1

Review the design computations for a 1,500 gallon tank reinforced with #3 BFRP GatorBar.

16-95.01_1500_Gal_CES_Vault_With_Baffle-FRP_Calcs.pdf (290.02 KB)

Vault Design Using BFRP Reinforcement 160311

Analyze design computations for a 5x5 vault reinforced with #3 BFRP GatorBar. 

16-95_01_5x5_FRP_Vault-Calcs.pdf (233.58 KB)

Testing Results

Flexural performance evaluation of NSM basalt FRP-strengthened concrete beams using digital image correlation system

GatorBar was utilized in a Near Surface Mounted (NSM) repair application test with great results.

Flexural_performance_evaluation_of_NSM_basalt FRP.pdf (3.11 MB)

Gatorbar Vs. Steel Curb Stop Test 062216

In this test performed at Michigan Technological University, two curb stops underwent stress until they could no longer bear the load. One was reinforced with #3 steel and the other with #3 GatorBar. Check out the results below. 

Curb_Stop_Testing.pdf (712.67 KB)

Letters of Approval

Ohio DOT Letter of Approval 072523

Ohio Department of Transportation announced GatorBar meets the material requirements of ODOT construction and materials specifications. 

Ohio_DOT_Letter_of_Approval_072523.pdf (317.59 KB)

Stamped Letter by AR Licensed Engineer 080222

Stamped Letter by Daniel Messmer, PE of the State of Arkansas Regarding the use of GatorBar

Arkansas_Foundation_Footings_Stemwall_Engineering_Letter.pdf (133.56 KB)

GatorBar #3 & #4 Substitutions for #4 & #5 Steel Respectively in Flatwork Letter and Engineering Calculations 072922

Letter by Matt Kero, Neuvokas/GatorBar Vice President of Engineering

GatorBar_Flatwork_Substitution_Letter.pdf (227.09 KB)

TX DoT Letter of Approval 021522

TX Department of Transportation approves GatorBar for use

TX_DoT_Approval_Letter.pdf (100.95 KB)

GatorBar ICC Certification ESR 4526 063022

ICC-ES Certification for the use of GatorBar

GatorBar_ICC_Certification_ESR-4526.pdf (176.24 KB)

Allen County Letter

Allen County, IN approved the use of GatorBar in Flatwork, Foundations, and Stem Walls.

allen_county_indiana.PDF (200.9 KB)

Honolulu Letter of Approval 020718

The city of Honolulu, Hawaii approved GatorBar for use in non-structural applications.

CC_HNL.pdf (92.26 KB)

Wisconsin Letter of Approval 20189010

The State of Wisconsin approved GatorBar for use in various applications.

Wisconsin_approval.pdf (166.64 KB)

City of Houston Letter

The City of Houston approved the use of Basalt FRP rebar in various non-structural applications.

COH_Approval_Letter.pdf (492.7 KB)

HCA Approval Letter

The Houston Contractors Association (HCA) played a role in the City of Houston product approval process.

HCA_Letter_of_Support.pdf (182.44 KB)

ACEC Approval Letter 051217

The American Council of Engineering Companies of Houston (ACEC Houston) asissted in the City of Houston approval of Basalt FRP rebar.

ACEC_Ltr_COH_GatorBar_Product.pdf (31.36 KB)

City of Haslet No Objection Letter

After reviewing GatorBar product data, the City of Haslet, Texas has approved its use in various applications.

City_of_Haslet_No_Objection_Letter.pdf (100.22 KB)

City of Arlington No Objection Letter

Neuvokas presented GatorBar to the City of Arlington, Texas. The letter states their interest in pursuing the use of GatorBar in various projects.

GatorBar_no_Objection_Letter_city_of_Arlington.pdf (158.42 KB)

MDOT Curb & Gutter Approval Letter 20210407B

GatorBar was approved for use in Curb & Gutter Projects in the State of Michigan following a trial project completed in August of 2016.

GatorBar_MDOT_FHWA_Approved_Flyer.pdf (1.46 MB)

City of Fort Worth Special Provision for Basalt FRP for Concrete Reinforcement

The City of Fort Worth will allow Basalt FRP rebar to be used in certain projects.

FORT_WORTH_BFRP_CSP.pdf (131.52 KB)

Harris County Spec 160912

Harris County, Texas GatorBar Specification

GatorBar_Harris_County_Specification_SS8120_Basalt_Reinforced_Polymer.pdf (91.6 KB)

Sugarland, TX Approved Products List

GatorBar is on the Approved Products List in the City of Sugarland, Texas. (Page 19)

APPROVED_PRODUCTS_LIST_City_of_Sugarland.pdf (155.51 KB)

Submittal Documents

GatorBar Submittal 042523

The full GatorBar Submittal Package can be accessed below.

GatorBar_Submittal.pdf (579.61 KB)

GatorBar Construction Note 042423

Use the document to easily add GatorBar to your construction plans.

Specification_to_be_Added_Construction_Plans.pdf (56.69 KB)

GatorBar SDS English 031824

GatorBar safety information can be found in the safety data sheet.

Neuvokas_GatorBar_SDS_English.pdf (77.62 KB)

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