What is FRP?
; fiber-reinforced polymer
is a composite material made of a polymer matrix reinforced with fibres.
General Advantages of FRP
- Non-corrosive nature and impervious to chemical attack
- Longitudinal tensile strength is greater than steel
- Manufacturing processes are versatile and mechanical properties are adjustable
- Low transverse resistance undergrinding: Cutting ability as temporary reinforcement
- 1/4th weight of steel: Reduction of dead load, easier handling for quicker construction
- Transparent to magnetic fields & radio frequencies
- Electrical and thermal Non-Conduction (fiberglass)
Key
Advantages
For Applications In The Construction Industry
CURRENT
- Time + Labour Saving = Cost Saving
- Light Weight
- Easy Handling
- Quick Erection
- Versatile To Shapes
FRP's have no limitation on object shapes
FRP's add limited dead load to existing construction
FRP's are saving labours to erected
FRP's can be fast implemented due to modular, pre-fabricated, and light weight units.
FUTURE
- Long Service Life = Cost Saving
- Good Durability
Excellent resistance to chemicals and weathering
- Slightly higher initial costs
- A brittle material
- Can be fire retardant, but not non-contractors
- Limited experience by design professionals and contractors
- Lack of data on long-term field performance
General
Disadvantage
- Absence of full spectrum of codes and specification
Insights
Design and engineering shall fully understand the materials and mechanics, exploit strengths and avoid weaknesses and make something difference.
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ORT series –
Orthophthalic polyester resin system
ORT-FR series –
Premium-grade Isophthalic polyester flame-retardant resin system
ISO series –
Isophthalic polyester resin system
ISO-FR series –
Premium-grade Isophthalic polyester flame-- retardant resin system
VEF series –
Premium-grade vinylester resin system
VEF-FR series -
Premium-grade vinylester flame-retardant resin system
Resin
Selection
FIBRPRO® FRP offers a variety of resin choices to meet your corrosion control needs. Choose from multiple standard resins or call about creating special resins for unique environments such as low smoke, low toxicity of flame applications.