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WEBINAR: Introduction to Glass Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Concrete Reinforcement + MD-5 Case Study: The First GFRP (Fiberglass Rebar) Bridge Deck in Maryland

When:

  • November 18, 2025
  • 8:00am - 9:00am

Via Zoom

MDSPE Member: $30

Non-Member: $60

Contact:

Mackenzie Gerrity, mgerrity@mdspe.org

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Event Details

Introduction to Glass Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Concrete Reinforcement + MD-5 Case Study: The First GFRP (Fiberglass Rebar) Bridge Deck in Maryland

This 1-hour course focuses on giving the attendee a basic understanding of what Glass Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) is and its uses in construction. The attendee will learn why there is benefits for concrete to be reinforced with GFRP and what applications make the most sense for its use. The pros and cons, as well as common misconceptions of the product, will be covered. Additionally, differences in designing concrete structures with FRP based on the ACI 440.11 and AASHTO codes will be covered. The recently completed MD 5 bridge in St. Mary’s County (MDOT SHA) will be discussed as a case study. 

Course Summary: Understand the Potential of Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) as Concrete Reinforcement

  • Explain what is FRP
  • Understand the challenge of steel corrosion in concrete
  • Articulate the applications where GFRP should and should not be used
  • Be cognizant of the design principles, codes, and material properties for inclusion of GFRP

EARN 1 PDH CREDIT
 

Meet the Presenter:

Dr. Aaron Fisher, PhD PMP | VP of Business Development

Dr. Aaron Fisher has a PhD in Chemical Engineering from the University of Maryland and a B.S. in Chemistry from Duke University. He is currently the Vice President of Business Development for Ernest Maier; a family-owned company. Dr. Fisher is responsible for PaveDrain a heavy duty, low-maintenance permeable pavement and fiberglass rebar, a stronger, more sustainable, corrosion-proof alternative to steel rebar. Dr. Fisher has a deep technical background in all aspects of sustainability. He has served as a contractor to several programmatic offices within the U.S. Department of Energy- Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Office. He has also led the innovation program at Water Research Foundation on behalf of wastewater, stormwater, and drinking water utilities across the United States.