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What are some of the benefits of GRP products?

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What are some of the benefits of GRP products?

Some benefits of GRP materials include corrosion resistance, slip resistance, lightweight, high strength-to-weight ratio, non-conductive, fire retardant, electromagnetically transparent, impact resistant, superior ergonomics and low maintenance.

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What are the benefits of Fibergrate® moulded grating?

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What are the benefits of Fibergrate® moulded grating?

Moulded grating has superior corrosion resistance; bidirectional strength; high impact resistance; slip resistance; and advantages in installation, fabrication and utilisation.

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What types of engineering load data is available for grating products?

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What types of engineering load data is available for grating products?

Uniform, concentrated point load - moulded grating only, and concentrated line load tables are available for all our grating products.

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What ergonomic benefits do Fibergrate GRP products have?

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What ergonomic benefits do Fibergrate GRP products have?

Unlike stiff metals, GRP provides deflection and resiliency to cushion steps and also reduce back and leg fatigue.

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Why should I seal areas on GRP products that have been cut, scraped, scuffed or scratched?

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Why should I seal areas on GRP products that have been cut, scraped, scuffed or scratched?

Any area that has been cut, scraped, scuffed or scratched should be sealed to prevent corrosive chemicals from reaching exposed glass fibres which maintains corrosion resistance, thus extending the life of the product.

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What information is required to make a good resin system recommendation?

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What information is required to make a good resin system recommendation?

In order for technical services to properly formulate a specific resin, they must have information about the application including chemical type, chemical concentration, temperature, and exposure level of the chemical to the product.

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When placing a grating order, what accessories should also be considered?

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When placing a grating order, what accessories should also be considered?

When placing an order, also consider these accessories: hold-down clips to secure grating, grating legs to elevate grating, EZ angles for corrosion resistant ledges, epoxy spray to seal cuts and penetrations, or saw blades to cut material.

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What type of grit is used on standard grit top grating products?

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What type of grit is used on standard grit top grating products?

Fibergrate's standard grit is a quartz grit which is integrally applied, cured and sealed onto the surface of the grating.

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What makes the standard meniscus top surface of Fibergrate moulded grating slip-resistant?

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What makes the standard meniscus top surface of Fibergrate moulded grating slip-resistant?

The naturally formed, concave bars of Fibergrate's meniscus top moulded grating produces an aggressive edging that provides a slip resistant surface.

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What features should I consider when choosing GRP grating?

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What features should I consider when choosing GRP grating?

You should consider your specific application in regard to environment, span, open area, impact resistance and layout utilisation. You can reference the Grating Selection Chart on the website for assistance (found in the grating products data sheets).

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Why is moulded grating more corrosion resistant than pultruded grating of the same resin type/properties?

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Why is moulded grating more corrosion resistant than pultruded grating of the same resin type/properties?

Resin protects the glass fibres from corrosive chemicals. Moulded grating has 65% - 70% resin whereas pultruded grating has only 30 - 35% resin. Secondly, moulded grating is one-piece homogeneous construction whereas pultruded grating is assembled into panels. The corrosion barrier of the pultruded pieces are compromised when holes are drilled into components for panel assembly.

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What is the pultrusion process?

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What is the pultrusion process?

The pultrusion process mechanically draws continuous fibre rovings and mats through a resin bath, then through a series of forming guides, and finally through a heated die.

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Why is pultruded grating stiffer than moulded grating?

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Why is pultruded grating stiffer than moulded grating?

Pultruded grating is stiffer than moulded grating because of the higher glass content of the pultruded grating.

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What benefit does pultruded grating have over moulded grating?

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What benefit does pultruded grating have over moulded grating?

Since it is a stiffer product, pultruded grating can span longer distances for any given load.

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What type of slip resistant surface is standard on Fibergrate's pultruded gratings?

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What type of slip resistant surface is standard on Fibergrate's pultruded gratings?

The standard pultruded grating surface is a secondarily applied quartz grit.

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Why should I purchase Fibergrate's GRP products?

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Why should I purchase Fibergrate's GRP products?

Fibergrate has the largest product line and highest quality standards in the industry. Our products are supported by a wide range of value added services. Fibergrate has local sales to assist you. Our in-house fabrication group is equipped to provide a turnkey solution to a wide range of projects - from design, to estimating, to component fabrication, to final construction. Fibergrate has been manufacturing GRP products and solutions since 1966.

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What are some benefits of using Dynarail® handrail/guardrail and ladder systems?

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What are some benefits of using Dynarail® handrail/guardrail and ladder systems?

Dynarail® railings and ladders are corrosion resistant, lightweight, low maintenance, and are available in easy-to-install modular kits.

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Is it possible to use grating pedestals with pultruded grating?

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Is it possible to use grating pedestals with pultruded grating?

Our pedestals are not designed to be a direct support system for pultruded or rectangular mesh moulded gratings. They can, however, be used with double bases to support structural members that support the grating. Consult engineering for more details.