CATNIC, a building products specialist, has rolled out its new RIB21, an expanded metal sheet product specifically developed for use as permanent formwork to concrete.

Primarily used in construction joint applications and stop-ends, the RIB21 can also be used to form wall, beam and column surface and slab soffits.
The open mesh profile enables the development of dense concrete indentations on the face of the ribs, creating a superior key for the second phase pour.
The visible surface of the RIB21 is suitable for both rendered and tiled finishes. The product is manufactured from hot-dipped zinc-coated steel and available in three gauges, three lengths and pallets of 100 sheets.
Catnic is part of the Corus group of companies and specialises in the manufacture and supply of quality building materials, including its brand-leading steel lintels, an extensive range of building products and Qwikpost fencing system.