• Emani Rakesh
• Dasari Vishnu Babu
• Dadi HariBabu
• Macharla Venkata Sai Swaroop

The integration of advanced materials such as glass fiber and alccofine in concrete mixes represents a significant advancement in construction technology, aimed at enhancing the mechanical and durability properties of concrete structures. This abstract provides a comparative overview of glass fiber reinforced concrete (GFRC) and alccofine concrete, highlighting their composition, benefits, and potential applications in the construction industry. Glass fiber reinforced concrete incorporates alkali-resistant glass fibers into the concrete matrix, offering improved tensile strength, reduced crack propagation, and enhanced impact resistance. The fibers act as a reinforcement, bridging cracks and providing structural integrity even under loading conditions. GFRC exhibits excellent resistance to weathering, corrosion, and fire, making it suitable for a wide range of applications including façade panels, decorative elements, and structural components in both residential and commercial buildings. The lightweight nature of GFRC also facilitates easier handling and installation, contributing to reduced construction time and labor costs. Alccofine is a specially processed supplementary cementitious material (SCM) known for its ultrafine particle size and high pozzolanic activity. When incorporated into concrete, alccofine enhances workability, reduces water demand, and significantly improves the compressive strength and durability of the mix. The pozzolanic reaction of alccofine leads to the formation of additional calcium silicate hydrate (C-S-H) gel, which refines the microstructure of the concrete, thereby reducing porosity and enhancing resistance to chemical attacks. Alccofine concrete is particularly beneficial in aggressive environmental conditions and is widely used in infrastructure projects such as bridges, highways, and marine structures where high performance and longevity are critical. Keywords: Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete (GFRC), Alccofine, Supplementary Cementitious Material (SCM), Tensile Strength, Compressive Strength, Durability, Pozzolanic Reaction, Microstructure, Chemical Resistance, Construction Technology, Sustainable Construction, Structural Integrity, Lightweight Concrete, High Performance Concrete, Infrastructure Projects.

E-Glass Fiber, Alcofine,

"GLASS FIBER REINFORCED CONCRETE", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 2, page no.b779-b802, February-2025, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2502181.pdf

"GLASS FIBER REINFORCED CONCRETE", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 2, page no. ppb779-b802, February-2025, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2502181.pdf