Cut & Bend Stirrups

The purpose of stirrups is to provide shear resistance, especially on critical points of a structural reinforced concrete that can prevent it to buckle or crack open. Stirrups and ties give stability to your reinforced concrete element which lessens the growth of the cracks.

Shapes:

• Commonly rectangular or square, depending on the cross-sectional shape of the beam or column.
• Circular stirrups are used for circular columns or other curved concrete elements.
• Preformed cut and bend stirrups guaranteed easy and fast building process. Our automatic cut and bend machine saves you cost, labour and time. The machine forms stirrups in various forms including:
  • Square
  • Round
  • Triangle
  • Rectangular
  • Diamond
• Fabricated using automated machines that ensure accurate dimensions, angles, and lengths, eliminating manual errors.

Advantages of Cut and Bend Stirrups

1. Timesaving:
   • Prefabricated stirrups eliminate the need for on-site cutting and bending, speeding up construction timelines significantly.
2. Reduced Labor Costs:
   • Minimizes manual labor as stirrups are delivered ready to use. This reduces the need for skilled workers to perform cutting and bending on-site.
3. Precision and Consistency:
   • Factory-made stirrups ensure uniformity in size and shape, leading to better alignment and structural integrity.
4. Waste Reduction:
   • Minimizes material wastage since the stirrups are pre-cut to exact lengths. This reduces costs and environmental impact.
5. Improved Safety:
   • On-site cutting and bending of steel can be hazardous. Using prefabricated stirrups reduce the risk of accidents and injuries.
6. High Quality:
   • Machine fabrication ensures the stirrups meet strict quality standards, including uniform dimensions and proper bending angles, resulting in better structural performance.

Applications of Cut and Bend Stirrups

1. Reinforced Concrete Beams:
   • Stirrups are placed along the length of the beam to hold the main rebars in position and resist shear forces.
2. Columns:
   • Used to provide lateral support to vertical reinforcement bars in columns, preventing buckling and ensuring stability.
3. Slabs and Footings:
   • Occasionally used in reinforced concrete slabs and footings where additional support for rebars is required.
4. Precast Construction:
   • Widely used in precast concrete elements where high precision is crucial.
5. Infrastructure Projects:
   • Essential in bridges, highways, and other large-scale infrastructure projects where uniformity and time efficiency are critical.

Cut and Bend Stirrups in Kenya

In Kenya, the construction industry increasingly uses cut and bend stirrups due to their numerous benefits in modern construction. They are especially popular in large-scale projects where precision and efficiency are critical.