TMT bars are the backbone of every modern construction. They are widely used in the construction of buildings and other concrete structures. Using the best quality TMT bars strengthens the structure and makes it everlasting. These bars are extremely strong, ductile, fatigue resistant, earthquake resistant and corrosion resistant as well.

TMT bars must be properly stored because improper storage might hamper their quality. It is necessary to ensure that proper care of the TMT bars while storing them.

Here are some of the Do’s and Don’ts that will help you to store TMT steel bars efficiently.

Do’s –

• => TMT bars must be stored in a dry and damp-proof storage place to protect it from corrosion and decay. TMT bars must be delivered to the final site as soon as possible and if there is a necessity of storing it for a longer duration, it must be ensured that it is properly covered.
• => The temperature of the storage area must be taken care of and also ensure that the area has proper ventilation. This takes care of the fluctuation that occurs inside and outside the storage.
• => Proper care must be taken while stacking the TMT bars. Any accident may damage those special physical properties for which TMT bars are known for.

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Don’ts –

• => TMT steel bars must not come in contact with dust particles, moisture and water droplets. So, these bars should not be kept directly on the floor.
• => TMT bars should not be stored with paints, chemicals, and other corrosive substances.
• => It must be ensured that the storage is free from water both inside as well outside. Water contact can make the TMT bars to rust.
• => Steel bars should not be cleaned by any oily substances to eliminate the dust particles or rust in it.

These are some of the do’s and don’ts which one must follow while storing TMT bars. Being one of the leading TMT bar manufacturers in India, we manufactured our TMT bars using superior technologies and we also store it in a proper environment where it is free from any harm which can affect its quality.