The Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI) has released a new technical note, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Stainless Steel Reinforcing Bars, to its online collection. The document presents a collection of questions asked about stainless steel reinforcing bars. Most of these questions come from Licensed Design Professionals (LDPs), such as engineers, architects, field personnel (inspectors, code enforcement personnel, and contractors), and state departments of transportation (DOTs).
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