The Spanish company Graphenano has revolutionized the civil engineering sector with the launch of the first graphene-reinforced composite structural bars, marking a turning point in the construction industry. This innovation offers a solution to the current price crisis in the iron market and the tariffs that affect the sector.
For more than a century, steel has been a pillar of construction, but graphene bars offer an advanced alternative. They are lighter, more durable, and sustainable, eliminating problems such as corrosion and dependence on the fluctuating prices of steel.
This innovative material, which weighs up to five times lighter than iron, offers exceptional tensile strength, exceeding 1,000 MPa, and longevity that surpasses a century. Moreover, its production in Spain minimizes the environmental footprint and reduces transportation costs, allowing a location closer to the construction sites.
The incorporation of graphene not only optimizes strength and durability, but also represents a more efficient option for modern construction. José Noguera, spokesperson for Graphenano Smart Materials, emphasizes that these bars are not a future proposal, but an actual solution to the technical and economic challenges of steel.
Graphenano, located in Yecla, Murcia, has been leading the development of advanced graphene-based materials for more than ten years. Its reinforced epoxy resin makes it easier for other manufacturers, both in Spain and globally, to take advantage of this technology, thereby expanding its impact.
Spain positions itself at the forefront of international constructive change. Graphenano's composite bars offer a strategic response to tariffs and dependence on imports, representing a significant shift toward smart, lightweight, and sustainable materials that can transform the industry forever.
