Fibers are also used in ultra-high-performance fiber-reinforced concrete (UHPC). A composite material, UHPCs are fiber-reinforced cementitious matrix concretes offering compressive strengths of between 150 and 250 MPa.

These ultra-high-performance concretes differ from high-performance concretes (HPC) in that they do away with the need for traditional reinforcement, offering superior compressive and tensile strength. As a result, UHPC is revolutionizing construction techniques and methods, enabling the design of new structures.

The fibers in UHPC give concrete the ability to take post-crack tensile stresses.
Whether for the repair or rehabilitation of structures, civil engineering or the creation of aesthetic components (e.g. facade panels with high architectural value), ultra-high-performance concretes offer innovative architectural as well as structural applications.

Michelin AraNea Composite's lightweight, corrosion-resistant fiber considerably enhances the durability of ultra-high-performance fiber-reinforced concrete (UHPC) products.
Thanks to its corrosion resistance, it eliminates the risk of surface corrosion pitting, which is particularly advantageous for the aesthetics of architectural cladding and façade panels.
What's more, its light weight allows greater architectural freedom, while ensuring impeccable aesthetics and surface finish.