The provision of concrete cover to steel reinforcing is an essential element in producing durable reinforced concrete structures. Concrete cover relates to the thickness of concrete covering steel reinforcement.
This provides corrosion protection by providing an alkali environment to avoid the acidic conditions in which corrosion occurs, as well as a physical barrier to prevent access of corrosive elements, such as water, salt, and chlorides.
Reid's broad range of chair and spacer products provide concrete cover to suit every application. With the continual evolution of concrete construction, Reid is always seeking new options in providing concrete cover simpler, faster, and more cost effectively.
Mesh Chair
The mesh chair is designed to clip easily to the intersection of the mesh, providing greater strength and stability. Mesh chairs can be used with extensions for added height if required.
Panel Chair
Designed to support single layered mesh. The easy push on clip mechanism allows the chair to swing into a vertical position when lowering the mesh into the form and suits all mesh sizes including N12 bars. Dimples located at the base of the legs ensures minimum exposure.
Top Deck Chair
The dual height top deck chair has been designed to support both top mesh and top reinforcing bars in suspended decks, thick tilt-up panels and any tall spacer applications, where strength and stability is critical.
Bar Chair
Fast Clip Bar Chairs accommodate bar sizes from 4mm to 20mm. Each chair is identified by cover and can be used with extensions for added height and stability if required.
Bar Deck Rail
The 750mm long plastic deck rail is a continuous spacer for formwork applications, with sets of vertical legs at approximately 75mm centres and another central leg in between the sets; the deck rail is strong and stable, yet provides minimum exposure.