ARG Fiber： WizARG™
WizARG™, a high-performance reinforcing material to enhance possibilities in the construction and civil engineering industries
WizARG™ is glass fiber provides exceptional resistance to alkali and acid with a high percentage of zirconia (ZrO2). It is widely used as a reinforcing material in glass fiber reinforced concrete (GRC) and calcium silicate products, as well as a crack-prevention materials in mortar and concrete.
What is WizARG™?
WizARG™ is a coined from "Wizard" and "Alkali Resistant Glass Fiber," symbolizing the ability to create freely, as if by magic. The red line in the logo represents a magic wand, embodying creativity, a vision of future potential, boundless possibilities, and continuous progress. The red and black color scheme reflects Japan's reliability and the product's strength.
Shapes
Properties
| Items | Unit | Property values |
| Coefficient of thermal expansion | ×10-6/K | 9 |
| Softening point | ℃ | 830 |
| Density | ×103kg/m3 | 2.8 |
| Tensile strength | GN/m2 | 1.5 |
| Young's modulus | GN/m2 | 74 |
| Strain to failure | % | 2 |
| Weight loss rate in alkali-resistant testing (Tested in saturated cement solution at 80°C for 200 hours) |
% | WizARG™：0.8 (E glass fiber: 10.5) |
| Weight loss rate in acid-resistant testing (Tested in 10% HCl solution at 80°C for 90 hours) |
% | WizARG™：1.6 (E glass fiber: 42.9) |
| Weight loss rate in acid-resistant testing (Tested in 10% H₂SO₄ solution at 80°C for 90 hours) |
% | WizARG™：1.2 (E glass fiber: 42.0) |
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The above values are for reference only and are not guaranteed or certified.
| Alkali-resistance Comparison of alkali erosion (electrophotography) |
Acid-resistance Comparison of acid erosion (electrophotograph) |
| WizARG™ | WizARG™ |
 No significant change observed. |
 No significant change observed. |
| NEG’s E Glass Fiber | NEG’s E Glass Fiber |
 The fibers are completely destroyed. |
 The fibers are completely destroyed. |
About GRC
Glass Fiber Reinforced Cement (GRC) refers to concrete that is strengthened with alkali-resistant glass fibers, which are added to cement mortar or fresh concrete. By replacing the reinforcement typically provided by steel bars with glass fibers, GRC offers significant advantages as both an interior and exterior material.
Features
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Adaptable to various environments
Ideal for both interior and exterior applications, including high-rise buildings, large-area ceilings, and coastal or offshore facilities. -
Excellent design flexibility
Lightweight, reducing structural design limitations, and allowing for the integration of stones or tiles. -
Expanding design possibilities
Offers the freedom to express textures like natural stone, wood grain, and tile patterns.
Production method
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Direct spray method
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Premix method
Technical Information
Durability
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Examination of alkali-resistant glass fibers in GRC after 20 years of outdoor exposure
Crack Control
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Crack control in concrete using alkali-resistant glass fiber (chopped version)
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Crack control in concrete using alkali-resistant glass fiber (mesh version)
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Crack control in mortar using alkali-resistant glass fiber (scrim version)
Premix
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Premix GRC technical information
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Lightweight GRC technical information (Lightweight aggregate)
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Premix GRC technical information (Freezing and thawing)
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Self-packing premix GRC technical information
Recycling
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Evaluation materials for various silica fumes (high flow type)
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Evaluation materials for various silica fumes (high durability type)
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Premix GRC technical information using recycled materials (eco-cement edition)
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Premix GRC technical information using recycled materials (slug and silica fume edition)
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Premix GRC technical information using recycled materials (fly ash edition)
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GRC recycling technical information (crushing of waste GRC)
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GRC recycling technical information (application of waste GRC shredded products)
