The Evolution of Architecture

The field of architecture has evolved over the years with innovative technologies of construction, especially in the use of reinforced concrete, which has given rise to institutional and corporate buildings by postmodern architecture.

Modern architecture emerged at the end of the 19th century as a result of revolution in technology, engineering and building materials, coupled with a desire to replace historical architectural styles with more functional and new styles.

The revolution came with the use of iron rods, reinforced concrete and glass to build stronger, lighter and higher structures. Several great buildings sprang up as a result of this innovation.

Role of TMT Iron Rods in Modern Architecture

After years of reinforcing concrete with different iron rods, modern architects and builders discovered that they would no longer meet the requirements of modern construction projects, regarding strength, durability, ability to withstand natural disasters, and ensure longevity. This brought about the use of Thermo-Mechanically-Treated (TMT) iron rods.

TMT iron rods are manufactured with a unique process which involves passing hot steel billets through quenching process. The process hardens the outer surface of the iron rods and makes the inner core soft, thereby enhancing its high yield strength.

The high yield strength of TMT iron rods, coupled with their superior bonding properties with cement and concrete, better ductility, and other qualities make them very essential building materials.

TMT iron rods have revolutionized the construction process in that they have made the construction of big projects such as high-rise buildings, dams, bridges, and other mega structures, possible. Reinforcing concrete with local iron rods does not give high tensile strength and ductility.

• High Strength

The quenching process used in making TMT iron rods gives them superior strength. This protects buildings during natural disasters.

• Corrosion resistance

The unique manufacturing process also gives TMT iron rods anti-corrosion properties and they don’t require the cold-twisting process. These make them preferable for construction projects.

• Fire resistance

TMT iron rods have high thermal stability that makes them resist extreme temperature. This makes them provide safety during fire outbreak.

• Ductility

One of the advantages that TMT iron rods have over local iron rods is their ductility and bend properties. The ductility is made possible through their manufacturing process which makes them give a high level of flexibility to building structure. This ensures that when buildings are shaken up during natural disaster, especially earthquake, it can retain its structure. The bendability enables pre-welded meshes which are used to eliminate the need for binding.

• Superior bonding

TMT iron rods come with a unique cross-rib formation which ensures that the concrete is always tightly bonded with the iron rods, which further enhances their strength.

Choose TIGER TMT Iron Rods

Whatever construction projects you are embarking on, TIGER TMT iron rods have got you covered. They have high resistance to corrosion and help to obtain a longer life for your structure. TIGER TMT iron rods have perfect bonding with concrete, high temperature resistance and guarantee your building unequal strength as well as resistance to earthquakes.