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Fibreglass Structural Profiles as an Alternative for Steel

01-04-2024

Composites are made of a minimum of two types of component materials, and enhance the properties of the constituent materials. Therefore, the combination of fibre and glass yields a product that is stronger and rigid. Fibreglass constitutes a major part of the composites utilised in industry. Since a composite is an amalgamation of materials, it can be made into an exact shape for a particular purpose. In fibreglass goods, the resin transmits the shear while the glass fibres endure the tensile and compressive weight.

Fibreglass is around three times stronger than steel, pound for pound. Fibreglass is easier to install as it needs less heavy equipment. Structural fibreglass usually weighs just a fourth of a similar steel structure. Its cost is less than half that of stainless steel. Fibreglass also scores higher than steel when it comes to withstanding corrosion as it never rusts. It can withstand corrosive chemicals and water better. Steel pieces have to be welded together, resulting in the creation of seams that may rust over a period of time. Fibreglass can also resist fire better. Our entire range of products are Class 1 fire resistant. 
There are not many designing hurdles as far as fibreglass is concerned. Fibreglass is lighter in weight, stronger, tougher and can be moulded more easily than steel. Also fibreglass is not a conductor of electricity. It also allows transmission of radio waves. This is the reason fibreglass covers are ideal for electronics. Fibreglass is also a good absorber of sound waves. It is also ideal for sound reduction.
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