Reduce the chance your concrete will crack from expansion and contraction and other tensile stresses. Concrete inherently stands up to high compressive loads—adding this rebar strengthens it against pulling forces as well. The rebar's surface is textured; poured concrete fills in the gaps between those ridges to create a strong bond.

Carbon steel rods expand and contract at the same rate as concrete, further reducing the risk of cracking. In addition to using them in structural applications such as reinforcing concrete, cut, bend, and weld them onsite for applications like rebar fencing and shelving.