Expertise You Can Depend On

Concrete Fiber Solutions (CFS), Inc. has been pioneering steel fiber reinforcement solutions since 2013. We provide engineered slab solutions with our trademarked ProSlab Design, delivering superior slab performance while significantly reducing the Global Warming Potential (GWP) of concrete floor construction.

Our steel fibers, the backbone of our ProSlab Design, are manufactured in Chicago from byproducts of other U.S. manufacturing processes. They are the most carbon-friendly reinforcement option on the market, verified through our published Environmental Product Declaration (EPD). In fact, CFS steel fibers have a:

And that’s before factoring in freight. Because our product is made domestically and does not require international shipping, the overall environmental impact is even lower.

Beyond sustainability, CFS brings proven expertise with over 100 million square feet of installed slabs across a wide range of projects. Our ProSlab engineered floor systems improve durability, minimize maintenance, and lower long-term costs - all while supporting a more eco-conscious approach to construction.

CFS supports engineers, contractors and developers with advanced design tools, technical consultation, and project-specific fiber dosage recommendations. Whether for slab-on-grade, composite metal deck, or external paving applications, our solutions are engineered to last. We also specialize in slabs for cold storage and controlled environment facilities, as well as ASRS (Automated Storage and Retrieval System) warehouses, providing precision-engineered solutions that meet the unique performance demands of these critical spaces.

Our team, our fibers and our ProSlab system consistently deliver measurable, long-term performance gains, cost efficiencies, and sustainability solutions for slabs of any scale or complexity.

Meet the Team

  • Rick Zanini

    Rick Zanini

    MANAGING DIRECTOR

    Rick Zanini serves as Managing Director of Concrete Fiber Solutions, where he oversees sales, marketing, and operations while guiding the company’s long-term growth strategy. With more than 25 years of experience in the concrete and construction industries, Rick previously served as General Manager at Chicago Cut Concrete Cutting, where he developed expertise in concrete practices, sales, operations, personnel management, and safety programming. He holds a business degree from Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois. In addition to his leadership experience, Rick is OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 certified, an OSHA-certified trainer, and a graduate of the UCA Emerging Leaders and CEBA Pro Programs. He remains actively involved in advancing the industry through his membership in professional organizations including ACI 302, ACI 360, NAIOP, CBC, NCSEA, and CEBA.

  • Mike McPhee

    Mike McPhee

    ENGINEERING MANAGER

    Mike McPhee is a 35-year veteran of the steel fiber industry, with experience managing the design and construction of concrete projects around the world for major cities and corporations. He is a voting member of the American Concrete Institute (ACI), having served on committees and in many cases writing the specifications personally. Mike is responsible for the chapter in ACI 360 that details the design of concrete floors with fibers. Mike graduated from Ohio University and has spent his career specializing in concrete fiber design and project management with leading companies. Mike’s 20 year-tenure studying curling led to the development of wide slab construction. He is a respected leader and authority on concrete, steel fibers and the standards and practices of concrete construction.

  • Matthew Norman

    Matthew Norman

    SALES AND PROJECT EXECUTIVE

    Matthew Norman holds a wealth of industry experience, with over 16 years in the design and construction of Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete. He graduated from Purdue University, West Lafayette, Ill. campus, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, majoring in Reinforced Concrete Design and Geotechnical Engineering, with a minor in Economics. Matthew is an active member of NAIOP and CEBA and is a certified instructor for the NCSEA Diamond-Reviewed presentation, Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete: An Overview of SFRC Benefits, Design, and Installation (1 PDH).

  • Bob Badacour

    Bob Badacour

    SALES AND PROJECT MANAGER

    Bob Badacour brings over 25 years of expertise in the concrete fiber reinforcement industry to his role as Sales & Project Manager. Armed with a Business Management degree from Carson-Newman University, Bob combines strong technical knowledge with strategic, customer-focused sales leadership. He is an active member of NAIOP and CEBA.