Steel Fiber Market by Type, Application, Country, and Region: Industry Analysis, Market Size, Market Share, and Forecast from 2024 to 2032

Description

REPORT HIGHLIGHT

The Steel Fiber Market was estimated at USD 1,902.2 million in 2023, growing at a CAGR of 4.60% between 2024 and 2032.

Steel fibers are microscopic, distinct bits of steel used to strengthen concrete. They are commonly added to concrete mixtures to increase qualities such as strength, durability, and crack resistance. Steel fibers come in a variety of forms and diameters, including hooked-end, crimped, and straight, and are used to improve concrete performance in a variety of construction applications.

Steel Fiber Market- Market Dynamics

Growing Demand for Steel Fibers is Driving the Market Expansion

The increasing demand for steel fibers drives the market for steel fiber. Steel fiber usage is expected to rise as developing countries build infrastructure. Governments are making significant investments in the construction of buildings, interstate roadways, and other amenities to improve inhabitants' living conditions. Steel fibers, known for their fracture resistance and high yield strength, are frequently employed in residential and commercial construction. The rise of the construction industry is expected to boost the growth of the steel fiber market. The construction sector focuses on building homes, bridges, and other constructions. For instance, in January 2024, the World Bank Group stated that about 70% of the urban infrastructure needed by 2047 remains to be built, demanding considerable expenditures. India would need to invest around $840 billion in infrastructure by 2036, an average of $55 billion per year, or about 1.2 percent of its GDP. This report illustrates the expanding need for infrastructure, as well as the market's increased need for steel fibers.

Steel Fiber Market- Key Insights

Our research analyst estimates that the global market will develop at a CAGR of approximately 4.60% from 2024-2032.

According to Types segmentation, the hooked type had the largest market share in 2023

According to application segmentation, pavements, and tunnels are expected to have the most demand.

On the basis of region, Asia Pacific was the leading revenue generator in 2023

Steel Fiber Market- Segmentation Analysis:

The Global Steel Fiber Market is divided into three segments: type, application, and region.

The market is divided into four divisions based on Types: Hooked, Deformed, Straight, and Others. In terms of volume, the hooked type had the largest market share in 2023 and is expected to hold that position throughout the forecast period. Properties such as improved resistance and bonding strength in construction contribute to the market demand for hooked-type items. These compounds can also produce strong connections, requiring little structural upkeep.

The market is segmented into four segments according to application: Slabs & Flooring, Pavements & Tunneling, Precast, and Others. Pavements and tunneling are expected to generate the highest demand in the future years. The segment's revenue is expected to grow at a 7.4% CAGR between 2023 and 2032. The combination of low bending moments and strong compressive forces in tunnel lining due to steel fiber-reinforced concrete has resulted in increased product demand in recent years.

Steel Fiber Market- Geographical Insights

Geographically, this market is distributed over Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa. These regions are further segmented according to the countries bringing commerce. The Asia-Pacific Steel Fiber Market will account for the majority of market share during the forecast period. This is due to the building industry's tremendous growth. Furthermore, technical developments in the manufacturing industry as a result of government initiatives and rapid expansion in the transport and power industries are predicted to be important drivers driving APAC market growth in the projected timeframe.

The Steel Fiber market in Europe is likely to grow and increase significantly over the forecast period, owing to the increasing use of steel fiber in commercial flooring, warehouses, driveways, roads, and other end-use sectors, which has spurred market expansion in European nations. Furthermore, the German Steel Fiber market has the greatest market share, and the UK Steel Fiber market is likely to grow and increase significantly in the European region over the forecast period.

Steel Fiber Market- Competitive Landscape:

The steel fiber market is highly competitive, with multiple leading players in action to increase their market reach and portfolio. The major contributors are Bekaert, Nippon Seisen, Kosteel Co. Ltd., Hanson, and Fibrometals, which are mostly due to the high-quality steel fibers produced that would improve the mechanical properties of concrete and other composite materials. The competition is driven by an increased demand for long-lasting construction materials in areas of infrastructure, mining, and industrial purposes. The manufacturers also shifted their attention to innovation and devised more sophisticated steel fiber products, which enhanced performance and diminished costs. Another aspect is strategic partnerships, which are very common nowadays as companies try to exploit new technologies, increasing the demands of customers and maintaining a dynamic market environment.

Recent Developments:

In March 2022, Nippon Steel Corporation acquired G.J. Steel and G. Steel for $763 million in January 2022. This transaction aims to provide value by combining experience and resources to introduce new steel fiber products and services to the market. GJ Steel Public Corporation Limited is a Thai company that produces and sells hot-rolled steel plates in bundles.

SCOPE OF THE REPORT

This report's scope includes the following important market segments:

GLOBAL STEEL FIBER MARKET KEY PLAYERS- DETAILED COMPETITIVE INSIGHTS

Bekaert
Nippon Seisen
Kosteel Co. Ltd
Hanson
Fibrometals
Yuthian Zhitai Steel Fiber Manufacturing
Sunshine Steel Fiber
R. STAT
Onward Chemicals Pvt. Ltd.
Green Steel Group
ArcelorMittal
Zhejiang Boean Metal Products
Others

GLOBAL STEEL FIBER MARKET, BY TYPE- MARKET ANALYSIS, 2019 - 2032

Hooked
Deformed
Straight
Others

GLOBAL STEEL FIBER MARKET, BY APPLICATION- MARKET ANALYSIS, 2019 - 2032

Slabs & Flooring
Pavements & Tunneling
Precast
Others

GLOBAL STEEL FIBER MARKET, BY REGION- MARKET ANALYSIS, 2019 - 2032

North America
The U.S.
Canada
Europe
Germany
France
Italy
Spain
United Kingdom
Russia
Netherlands
Sweden
Poland
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
India
China
South Korea
Japan
Australia
Thailand
Indonesia
Philippines
Rest of APAC
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
Argentina
Colombia
Rest of LATAM
The Middle East and Africa
Saudi Arabia
United Arab Emirates
Israel
Turkey
Algeria
Egypt
Rest of MEA

Product Code: ANV4266

1. Steel Fiber Market Overview

1.1. Study Scope
1.2. Market Estimation Years

2. Executive Summary

2.1. Market Snippet
- 2.1.1. Steel Fiber Market Snippet by Type
- 2.1.2. Steel Fiber Market Snippet by Application
- 2.1.3. Steel Fiber Market Snippet by Country
- 2.1.4. Steel Fiber Market Snippet by Region
2.2. Competitive Insights

3. Steel Fiber Key Market Trends

3.1. Steel Fiber Market Drivers
- 3.1.1. Impact Analysis of Market Drivers
3.2. Steel Fiber Market Restraints
- 3.2.1. Impact Analysis of Market Restraints
3.3. Steel Fiber Market Opportunities
3.4. Steel Fiber Market Future Trends

4. Steel Fiber Industry Study

4.1. PEST Analysis
4.2. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.3. Growth Prospect Mapping
4.4. Regulatory Framework Analysis

5. Steel Fiber Market: COVID-19 Impact Analysis

5.1. Pre-COVID-19 Impact Analysis
5.2. Post-COVID-19 Impact Analysis
- 5.2.1. Top Performing Segments
- 5.2.2. Marginal Growth Segments
- 5.2.3. Top Looser Segments
- 5.2.4. Marginal Loss Segments

6. Steel Fiber Market Landscape

6.1. Steel Fiber Market Share Analysis, 2023
6.2. Breakdown Data, by Key Manufacturer
- 6.2.1. Established Players' Analysis
- 6.2.2. Emerging Players' Analysis

7. Steel Fiber Market - By Type

7.1. Overview
- 7.1.1. Segment Share Analysis, By Type, 2023 & 2032 (%)
- 7.1.2. Hooked
- 7.1.3. Deformed
- 7.1.4. Straight
- 7.1.5. Others

8. Steel Fiber Market - By Application

8.1. Overview
- 8.1.1. Segment Share Analysis, By Application, 2023 & 2032 (%)
- 8.1.2. Slabs & Flooring
- 8.1.3. Pavements & Tunneling
- 8.1.4. Precast
- 8.1.5. Others

9. Steel Fiber Market- By Geography

9.1. Introduction
- 9.1.1. Segment Share Analysis, By Geography, 2023 & 2032 (%)
9.2. North America
- 9.2.1. Overview
- 9.2.2. Steel Fiber Key Manufacturers in North America
- 9.2.3. North America Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.2.4. North America Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.2.5. North America Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.2.6. U.S.
  - 9.2.6.1. Overview
  - 9.2.6.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.2.6.3. U.S. Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.2.6.4. U.S. Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.2.7. Canada
  - 9.2.7.1. Overview
  - 9.2.7.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.2.7.3. Canada Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.2.7.4. Canada Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
9.3. Europe
- 9.3.1. Overview
- 9.3.2. Steel Fiber Key Manufacturers in Europe
- 9.3.3. Europe Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.3.4. Europe Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.3.5. Europe Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.3.6. Germany
  - 9.3.6.1. Overview
  - 9.3.6.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.3.6.3. Germany Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.3.6.4. Germany Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.3.7. Italy
  - 9.3.7.1. Overview
  - 9.3.7.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.3.7.3. Italy Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.3.7.4. Italy Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.3.8. United Kingdom
  - 9.3.8.1. Overview
  - 9.3.8.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.3.8.3. United Kingdom Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.3.8.4. United Kingdom Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.3.9. France
  - 9.3.9.1. Overview
  - 9.3.9.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.3.9.3. France Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.3.9.4. France Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.3.10. Russia
  - 9.3.10.1. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.3.10.2. Russia Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.3.10.3. Russia Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.3.11. Netherlands
  - 9.3.11.1. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.3.11.2. Netherlands Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.3.11.3. Netherlands Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.3.12. Sweden
  - 9.3.12.1. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.3.12.2. Sweden Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.3.12.3. Sweden Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.3.13. Poland
  - 9.3.13.1. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.3.13.2. Poland Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.3.13.3. Poland Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.3.14. Rest of Europe
  - 9.3.14.1. Overview
  - 9.3.14.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.3.14.3. Rest of the Europe Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.3.14.4. Rest of the Europe Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
9.4. Asia Pacific (APAC)
- 9.4.1. Overview
- 9.4.2. Steel Fiber Key Manufacturers in Asia Pacific
- 9.4.3. Asia Pacific Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.4.4. Asia Pacific Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.4.5. Asia Pacific Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.4.6. India
  - 9.4.6.1. Overview
  - 9.4.6.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.4.6.3. India Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.4.6.4. India Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.4.7. China
  - 9.4.7.1. Overview
  - 9.4.7.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.4.7.3. China Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.4.7.4. China Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.4.8. Japan
  - 9.4.8.1. Overview
  - 9.4.8.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.4.8.3. Japan Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.4.8.4. Japan Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.4.9. South Korea
  - 9.4.9.1. Overview
  - 9.4.9.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.4.9.3. South Korea Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.4.9.4. South Korea Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.4.10. Australia
  - 9.4.10.1. Overview
  - 9.4.10.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.4.10.3. Australia Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.4.10.4. Australia Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.4.11. Thailand
  - 9.4.11.1. Overview
  - 9.4.11.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.4.11.3. Thailand Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.4.11.4. Thailand Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.4.12. Indonesia
  - 9.4.12.1. Overview
  - 9.4.12.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.4.12.3. Indonesia Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.4.12.4. Indonesia Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.4.13. Philippines
  - 9.4.13.1. Overview
  - 9.4.13.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.4.13.3. Philippines Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.4.13.4. Philippines Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.4.14. Rest of APAC
  - 9.4.14.1. Overview
  - 9.4.14.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.4.14.3. Rest of APAC Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.4.14.4. Rest of APAC Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
9.5. Latin America
- 9.5.1. Overview
- 9.5.2. Steel Fiber Key Manufacturers in Latin America
- 9.5.3. Latin America Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.5.4. Latin America Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.5.5. Latin America Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.5.6. Brazil
  - 9.5.6.1. Overview
  - 9.5.6.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.5.6.3. Brazil Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.5.6.4. Brazil Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.5.7. Mexico
  - 9.5.7.1. Overview
  - 9.5.7.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.5.7.3. Mexico Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.5.7.4. Mexico Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.5.8. Argentina
  - 9.5.8.1. Overview
  - 9.5.8.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.5.8.3. Argentina Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.5.8.4. Argentina Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.5.9. Colombia
  - 9.5.9.1. Overview
  - 9.5.9.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.5.9.3. Colombia Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.5.9.4. Colombia Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.5.10. Rest of LATAM
  - 9.5.10.1. Overview
  - 9.5.10.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.5.10.3. Rest of LATAM Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.5.10.4. Rest of LATAM Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
9.6. Middle East and Africa
- 9.6.1. Overview
- 9.6.2. Steel Fiber Key Manufacturers in Middle East and Africa
- 9.6.3. Middle East and Africa Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.6.4. Middle East and Africa Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.6.5. Middle East and Africa Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.6.6. Saudi Arabia
  - 9.6.6.1. Overview
  - 9.6.6.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.6.6.3. Saudi Arabia Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.6.6.4. Saudi Arabia Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.6.7. United Arab Emirates
  - 9.6.7.1. Overview
  - 9.6.7.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.6.7.3. United Arab Emirates Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.6.7.4. United Arab Emirates Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.6.8. Israel
  - 9.6.8.1. Overview
  - 9.6.8.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.6.8.3. Israel Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.6.8.4. Israel Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.6.9. Turkey
  - 9.6.9.1. Overview
  - 9.6.9.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.6.9.3. Turkey Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.6.9.4. Turkey Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.6.10. Algeria
  - 9.6.10.1. Overview
  - 9.6.10.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.6.10.3. Algeria Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.6.10.4. Algeria Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.6.11. Egypt
  - 9.6.11.1. Overview
  - 9.6.11.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.6.11.3. Egypt Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.6.11.4. Egypt Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
- 9.6.12. Rest of MEA
  - 9.6.12.1. Overview
  - 9.6.12.2. Market Analysis, Forecast, and Y-O-Y Growth Rate, 2019 - 2032, (US$ Million)
  - 9.6.12.3. Rest of MEA Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)
  - 9.6.12.4. Rest of MEA Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019 - 2032 (US$ Million)

10. Key Vendor Analysis- Steel Fiber Industry

10.1. Competitive Dashboard
10.2. Company Profiles
- 10.2.1. Bekaert
- 10.2.2. Nippon Seisen
- 10.2.3. Kosteel Co. Ltd
- 10.2.4. Hanson
- 10.2.5. Fibrometals
- 10.2.6. Yuthian Zhitai Steel Fiber Manufacturing
- 10.2.7. Sunshine Steel Fiber
- 10.2.8. R. STAT
- 10.2.9. Onward Chemicals Pvt. Ltd.
- 10.2.10. Green Steel Group
- 10.2.11. ArcelorMittal
- 10.2.12. Zhejiang Boean Metal Products
- 10.2.13. Others

11. 360 Degree Analyst View

12. Appendix

12.1. Research Methodology
12.2. References
12.3. Abbreviations
12.4. Disclaimer
12.5. Contact Us