New resource for WWR in concrete

Concrete Producer, The, April, 2006

Precast producers now have a new resource to help them understand how to use welded wire reinforcement in their products. Engineers from Purdue University, through the support of Ivy steel & Wire, a division of MMI Products Inc., recently launched www.wire-reinforcement.com. The free Web site promotes a better understanding of the benefits of using welded wire reinforcement (WWR) in concrete construction, including precast.

"Over the years, the welded wire reinforcement industry has encountered many misunderstandings within the design and construction communities about this product," says Purdue research scientist Bob McCullough. "It is our hope that this new Internet resource will help dispel some of the myths associated with using WWR. We appreciate for the support of Ivy Steel & Wire during the development of this Web site."

Developers of the new WWR Web site included tables, graphs, charts, images, animations, videos, and voice narrations to explain many engineering facets of WWR. It's also a practical site since it has useful tools including design examples, sample specifications, code provisions, splicing information, bends and hooks, and mat information.