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International
The world's first vertically-integrated basalt composite company
- On a mission to champion basalt composite solutions around the globe
- The world’s foremost experts in basalt have come together to impact the industry
- Breakthrough projects and products are in the market, with many more to come
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“Miracle Material”
4-5x lighter than steel for the same strength
Less expensive than galvanized, aluminum, and carbon fiber
Chemically inert, non-conductive, and non-absorbent
Will never rust or corrode like steel
Natural, non-toxic insulator that’s 100% recyclable
Service life of 100+ years
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Revolutionary
Products
Rebar
Basalt fiber reinforced polymer rebar (BFRP) is made from basalt roving
4-6× lighter than steel
30% improvement to concrete EPD
- Relatively heavy material weighs down structures
- Steel rusts, causing corrosion within concrete
- Steel conducts electricity and does not insulate
- Steel rebar has a life of only 30 to 50 years
- Does not benefit Environmental Product Declarations (EPD)
Mesh
Basalt grid, or mesh, is made up of basalt fibers that cross at right angles
5x more resilient than glass fibers
100% environmentally safe
- Basalt rovings are placed freely atop one another
- Arranged in a grid and stitched together with polyester or nylon thread
- Manufactured using chain stitches on knitting machines
- Remarkable resistance to chemically aggressive substances
- Superior tensile strength and durability for ground and structure support
Macrofiber
Basalt Macrofibers are a high-performance fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composite
- Based on basalt fiber
- Engineered to provide high post-cracking strength to concrete
- Also increases toughness, impact-resistance, and fatigue-resistance
- Basalt “minibar” macrofiber can be used as primary or secondary reinforcement
- Shipped by container, in palletized 20lb boxes; certified and with EPD
Microfiber
Basalt Chopped Fiber / Microfiber is a short fiber additive for thermoplastics & cement
- Additive for thermoplastics, concrete, asphalt, and cement or gypsum-based mixtures
- Reinforcing agent for plasters, grout, tile adhesives, screeds, and bases
- Reduces cracking and minimizes chipping on product edges
- Significantly enhances appearance and surface finish quality
- Available with a variety of coatings; broad resin compatibility
Bridge Systems
Custom-Engineered Bridge Systems (Composite Bridge Systems)
100% Custom design for each project
15-50% Rise/span of single-radius arches
- Made from durable, corrosion-resistant fiberglass, basalt and carbon fiber composite
- Lightweight for easy transportation, handling, and rapid installation
- Ideal for commercial DOT, infrastructure, parks, trails, and remote access
- Low long-term costs
Sea Wall
Custom-Engineered Sea Walls
100% custom design for each project
- Made from abundant, naturally occurring basalt rock—non-toxic, non-corrosive, and fully recyclable
- Resilient: Exceptionally strong and saltwater-resistant, with a lifespan that exceeds conventional materials
- Adaptable: Customizable to meet the specific needs of diverse coastlines, from urban harbors to rural shorelines
- Carbon-Conscious: Significantly lower embodied carbon footprint than conventional sea wall materials, contributing to climate resilience efforts
Utility Poles
High Performance, Durable Infrastructure
3x stronger than steel
80–100 year lifespan
- High Strength & Lightweight: Basalt fiber poles are up to 3x stronger than steel by weight and significantly lighter than wood or concrete, reducing transportation and installation costs
- Lower Mortality rates upon automobile impact
- Dimensionally stable: Do not warp, bend or twist
- Corrosion & Weather Resistance: Naturally resistant to moisture, UV radiation, chemicals, and extreme temperatures, making them ideal for coastal, humid, or corrosive environments
- Fire & Pest Resistant: Non-combustible and immune to termite, insect, and fungal attacks, eliminating common maintenance concerns.
- Long Service Life: Designed to last 80–100 years with minimal degradation, lowering total lifecycle costs
- Eco-Friendly & Sustainable: The poles are non-toxic and recyclable. Can be made in any color.
- Non-Conductive & Electromagnetically Neutral: Safe for electrical applications with no interference to signals or induced currents
Fabric
Basalt fabric is a high-performance textile made from continuous basalt fiber.
100% Made from natural volcanic rock
- High Thermal Resistance: Withstands temperatures up to 1,000°C (1,832°F) without melting or emitting toxic fumes
- Exceptional Strength-to-Weight Ratio: Offers superior tensile strength while remaining lightweight and flexible
- Corrosion and Chemical Resistant: Performs reliably in harsh environments, including marine and chemical settings
- Eco-Friendly: Made from abundant basalt rock with minimal environmental impact and no additives
- Flame Retardant & Non-Combustible: Ideal for fire protection applications
- Acoustic and Thermal Insulation: Provides excellent insulating properties for construction and industrial use
Leverage Our Expert Services
Basalt International offers world-class design and engineering services to support your projects.
Unmatched knowledge of basalt, structural integrity, and regulations
Tech developed at the Advanced Structures and Composites Center
Examples of completed projects across the U.S., from coast to coast