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Helix® Micro Rebar® exemplifies our commitment to proven engineering, reduced labor costs, and shorter project times. This twisted steel micro-reinforcement enhances concrete strength and durability, making construction better, faster, and more efficient.
Our steel reinforcement company is headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We proudly distribute Helix® Micro Rebar® and our other products globally, providing construction operations around the world with a better way to build with concrete.
A Legacy of Innovation and Engineering
The roots of our reinforcement company date back to the late 1990s at the University of Michigan, where Helix’s founder, Luke Pinkerton, aimed to solve concrete’s inherent weakness. His exhaustive research led to the development of a small, twisted metal fiber and resulted in the official launch of Helix Steel and Helix® Micro Rebar® in 2003.
This innovative product stemmed from Luke’s findings that it made concrete structures more resilient and ductile than traditional manufacturing methods.
Helix has experienced tremendous growth over the years — Helix® Micro Rebar® has been a key component in over 40,000 construction projects. A key milestone was attaining ISO 9001-2015 accreditation for quality manufacturing.
Forta Steel’s acquisition of Helix in 2024 has positioned the company for accelerated growth and a stronger presence in a highly competitive marketplace.
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Our Superior Steel Reinforcement Offerings
Helix products go far beyond traditional rebar. Our Helix® Micro Rebar® sets us apart from other rebar manufacturers. This revolutionary Twisted Steel Micro Rebar® (TSMR®) is mixed directly into the concrete, creating enhanced three-dimensional reinforcement. Experience increased concrete tensile strength, shear strength, durability, and crack resistance.
Our flagship Helix® 5-25 Micro Rebar™ offers numerous benefits:
Saves You Time
Every 10,000 sq. ft. of rebar replaced with Micro Rebar® saves one full day of construction.
Saves You Money
Using Micro Rebar® allows contractors to simplify operations, dramatically reducing project costs.
A Superior Product
When compared to rebar, Helix® Micro Rebar® can increase fatigue resistance by up to 300%, and flexural strength by up to 33%.
People-first approach:
Our firm commitment to customer support includes guidance from the initial design phase through on-site installation.
Commitment to sustainability:
Our advanced technologies reduce the amount of cement needed, resulting in a smaller carbon footprint. We have implemented renewable energy to achieve our goal of carbon neutrality by 2050.
Proven expertise and reliability:
We have a long list of successful projects, such as the MTA subway tunnel in Manhattan and the platform for Seattle’s Ferris Wheel.
Why Choose Helix?
As your partner in advanced construction, Helix has more to offer than the other steel rebar manufacturers:
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Build a Stronger, More Resilient Future With Helix
Discover what makes Helix one of the leading steel rebar fabricators. If you’re an architect, engineer, or contractor, submit your concrete project to our team today.
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Technical Specifications
We say Helix® Micro Rebar® is a better way to build with concrete—but don’t take our word for it. View the technical specs and decide for yourself.
Get in Touch
Have any questions about our product? We’re here to help. Reach out to our team to get in touch.
Featured Projects
Pier 57 Ferris Wheel
Pier 57 is a Seattle waterfront location favored by tourists and locals. It was lengthened to construct a 156 ft diameter Ferris wheel which opened in 2012. Helix® Micro Rebar™ reinforcement was incorporated into the project design to fully replace the #6 rebar cages inside 53 piles.
Pulaski Egg Farm
Rose Acre Farms offers commodity eggs, specialty eggs including cage-free varieties, liquid eggs, dried eggs, and egg protein powder.
Indigo Green
The Villages of Indigo Green on St. Maarten are located in one of the most desirable destinations of the Caribbean.
MARS Pavilion
Helix® Micro Rebar™ reinforcement allows architects to design structures that are not rectangular and provides a reinforcement solution for technologies such as 3D concrete printing.
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