Zhengzhou reinforced concrete pipes, in addition to having higher bearing capacity and better mechanical properties compared to plain concrete structures, also possess the following advantages when compared to other structures:
(1) Utilize Local Materials. In reinforced concrete structures, the proportion of sand and stone materials is substantial, while cement and steel bars account for a smaller percentage. Sand and stone materials are generally available nearby the construction site.
(2) Steel savings. Reinforced concrete structures have higher bearing capacity and can often replace steel structures, thereby saving steel.

(3) Durable and fire-resistant. Reinforcing steel embedded in concrete is protected against corrosion by the concrete, thereby enhancing the structural durability. In the event of a fire, the reinforced concrete structure will not burn like a wooden structure, nor will it quickly reach a temperature that leads to its destruction as a steel structure would.
(4) Good moldability. Reinforced concrete structures can be cast into any desired shape as required.
(5) Cast-in-place or prefabricated integral reinforced concrete structures offer good overall integrity and high rigidity.