Expert Services in Shotcrete and FRC
Independent expertise backed by 25 years of testing, consulting, and research in shotcrete and fibre reinforced concrete technologies.
Structural Design
Expert guidance on structural design of shotcrete and FRC structures using industry-leading guidelines and standards.
Mix Design
Specialised mix development for demanding performance criteria and challenging materials in shotcrete and FRC.
Testing & Application
Decades of experience in testing, troubleshooting, and optimising shotcrete and FRC for reliable, long-term performance.
Shotcrete and Fibre Reinforced Concrete Expert
If you require expert advice in relation to shotcrete technology, or fibre reinforced concrete (FRC) technology, then Xymox Pty Ltd may be able to help you. Xymox is owned by Dr. Stefan Bernard, one of Australia’s foremost independent experts in shotcrete technology and fibre reinforced concrete technology. With 25 years of experience in testing and consulting related to these materials, and over 100 papers published, Dr. Bernard is recognised internationally as an authority on shotcrete and FRC. Being an independent consultant, he is available to provide engineering advise on technical, practice, and legal issues related to these materials and their use.
Biography
Dr. E. Stefan Bernard completed a PhD in structural engineering from the University of Sydney in 1993 and worked as an academic for several years before establishing his own laboratory in Penrith, western Sydney, in 2000. He has conducted research, consulting, and Quality Control testing related to shotcrete and FRC for 25 years and is interested in all aspects of shotcrete and FRC technology. He is a member of numerous international committees and has published over 100 papers related to shotcrete, FRC and related materials.
ASTM C1550 Test Equipment for Sale
One test rig is available for purchase in Sydney, Australia, for A$20,000 plus taxes, packaging, and transport. It includes a high-stiffness steel frame, stepper-motor-driven hydraulic supply, loadcell, and LVDT for deflection measurement. Data-logging software is included; buyer must supply a computer.