Van Laan Construction Supply has all the reinforcing products and accessories to meet job specifications. We have the inventory, fabrication equipment, and knowledge to make your project a success.
Reinforcing Steel
VLCS keeps one of the largest stocks of reinforcing steel in Western Michigan. Combined with our high capacity shearline, series of bending machines, and experienced fabricators, we are able to fulfill your requirements with a high degree of accuracy.
| Rebar Size | Diameter in Inches | Weight per Foot | Lineal Feet per Ton | Pieces per Ton | 20' Pieces per Bundle | Lineal Feet per Bundle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #3 | 0.375 | 0.376 | 5,320 | 266 | 300 | 6,000 |
| #4 | 0.500 | 0.668 | 3,000 | 150 | 150/300 | 3,000/6,000 |
| #5 | 0.625 | 1.043 | 1,920 | 96 | 96/192 | 1,920/3,840 |
| #6 | 0.750 | 1.502 | 1,340 | 67 | 128 | 2,560 |
| #7 | 0.875 | 2.044 | 980 | 49 | 98 | 1,960 |
| #8 | 1.000 | 2.670 | 740 | 37 | 77 | 1,540 |
| #9 | 1.125 | 3,400 | 580 | 29 | 60 | 1,200 |
| #10 | 1.270 | 4.303 | 460 | 23 | 72 | 1,440 |
| #11 | 1.410 | 5,313 | 380 | 19 | 42 | 840 |
Rebar is manufactured in the United States. LEED information is available here.
Wire Mesh and Steel Fiber
VLCS has an extensive inventory of the common wire mesh sizes, and we can special order anything else you might need. When your project calls for steel fiber, VLCS stocks thousands of pounds of 1″, 1 ½” or 2″ lengths. Steel Fiber is typically packaged in 50lb bags or boxes. See the following chart for our stock selection of wire mesh.
WELDED WIRE FABRIC STOCK SIZES
| Sheet Size | Spacing | Gauge | W" Number | Weight per Sheet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 x 15 | 6” x 6” | 10/10 | 1.4 x 1.4 | 25.2 lbs |
| 5 x 10 | 6” x 6” | 10/10 | 1.4 x 1.4 | 10.5 lbs |
| 5 x 150 roll | 6” x 6” | 10/10 | 1.4 x 1.4 | 157.5 lbs |
| 8 x 15 | 6” x 6” | 8/8 | 2.1 x 2.1 | 36 lbs |
| 8 x 15 | 6” x 6” | 6/6 | 2.9 x 2.9 | 50.4 lbs |
| 5 x 10 | 6” x 6” | 6/6 | 2.9 x 2.9 | 21 lbs |
| 8 x 15 | 6” x 6” | 4/4 | 4.0 x 4.0 | 69.6 lbs |
| 8 x 15 | 4” x 4” | 4/4 | 4.0 x 4.0 | 102 lbs |
Engineered Wire
Structural engineered mats are a great alternative to tying large grids of reinforcing steel by hand. We can design mats for large projects and save you time and money. Please contact us if you have questions about engineered wire mats and if they are a good option for you.
Dowel Bar Substitutes and Couplers
Rebar Support Chairs & Wheels
We have the rebar supports and spacers you need to accurately place your bar. Below are several of the items that we carry, if you do not see what you are looking for please reach out and we’ll help find you a solution.
PLASTIC BAR SUPPORTS
All Plastic Slab/Beam Bolster
3/4″, 1″, 1-1/2″, 2″, 2-1/2″ increments x 5′-00″
All Plastic High Chair (PHC)
Special Order 2″ through 10″ in 1/4″ increments
METAL BAR SUPPORTS
Continuous Mesh Chair Upper Plain
Stock 1 ½ ” through 7″ in ½” increments x 5′-00″
Slab Bolster Plastic Dipped
Special Order ¾” through 3″ in ½” increments x 5-0 (Leg Spacing = 5″)
Individual High Chair Plastic Dipped
Special Order 2 ” through 12″ in 1/4″ increments
WHEEL SUPPORTS
All Plastic Wheel Spacers
Stock 5/8″ and 2″ cover fitting #3 – #6 rebar