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voestalpine Wire Technology

Building industry

Reliable wire solutions for building and construction

In the building and construction sector, safety, precision and reliability are non-negotiable. voestalpine Wire Technology has been a reliable partner in the construction industry for decades - with wire products that meet the highest static, technological and safety-related requirements.

Whether in bridge construction, railroad infrastructure (high-speed concrete sleepers), wind energy (wind turbines - concrete towers) or slope reinforcements (strand anchors) - our wire solutions in the construction sector are the first choice when large forces need to be safely transmitted. Supplemented by state-of-the-art coating technologies and extensive quality testing, we offer wire solutions that guarantee durability and safety for decades.

Application for the construction industry

Prestressing steel wire

  • concrete sleepers
  • concrete pressure pipes
  • wind tower prestressing
  • precast construction

Prestressing steel strands

  • prestressed precast elements
  • rock bolts
  • large containers
  • heavy-duty lifting technology
  • cable-stayed bridges
  • retaining walls
  • bridge and tunnel construction

defcor® prestressing steel strands

  • prestressing technology in bridge construction

Customized wire products

  • further high-performance applications on request - we will be happy to advise you

Your advantages with voestalpine Wire Technology

  • Highest static load-bearing capacity: Our wire products meet extreme requirements in prestressing systems, bridge constructions and building construction projects.
  • Reliability & safety through quality: Accredited test procedures, surface quality, perfect microstructure and durable material properties (very low relaxation) - even under load cycles.
  • Individual wire solutions for complex applications: Prestressing steel wires and prestressing steel strands for a wide range of prestressing systems - tailored to the design, geometry and requirements.
  • Corrosion protection & durability: Galvanization and plastic coating guarantee resistance to weathering, chemical stress and other environmental influences.
  • Many years of expertise & partnership-based project support: Our experience in major international projects makes us the ideal development partner for your construction projects.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about wire solutions in the construction industry

  • We supply prestressing steel wires and prestressing steel strands for various construction applications - from bridge construction to building construction.

  • Our solutions are used in bridge construction, precast concrete construction, tunnel construction, large containers, industrial buildings, flat slabs and concrete sleepers for high-speed lines and much more.

  • Our prestressing steel strands and defcor® products offer maximum fatigue strength, corrosion resistance and quality - ideal for prestressed prefabricated parts, cable-stayed bridges or large containers.

  • Galvanization and plastic coating ensure long-lasting protection under demanding environmental conditions.

  • Our products are subject to tests such as tensile tests, deflection tensile tests, relaxation tests, corrosion tests and fatigue tests in our accredited laboratory to ensure maximum safety.

  • Yes, together with our customers we develop customized solutions for tensioning systems and tendons, tailored to geometry, load and construction technology.

  • Through durable, low-maintenance materials and solutions that help to reduce concrete volumes (leaner buildings), resource consumption and maintenance costs.

  • Our wire products are designed for high load cycles, extreme temperatures and chemical stress - e.g. in tunnel construction or coastal infrastructure.

  • With many years of experience, in-house production, an accredited test laboratory and a broad portfolio, we offer a reliable partnership from planning to implementation.

Do you have a new construction project?

Our experts will be happy to advise you and find the right solution for your requirements!

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