What is the difference between GRP and FRP cable tray?

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A: FRP stands for fiber-reinforced plastics, it&#;s a term typically used stateside here in North America. GRP is a term that means the same thing. But it&#;s generally used over in Europe and Asia and stands for glass-reinforced plastic.

The backbone of the industrial revolution has always been thought to be led by the steel industry. While steel still plays an especially important role in structural building it has drawbacks. In fact, all metals do because even the strongest metal will eventually succumb to rust. Whether aluminum or steel&#;there is no metal impervious to the elements.

Wood is even more fragile as even though it does not rust, it can be weakened by moisture. It can also be broken by force, ravaged by termites, or succumb to mold.

Some might suggest simple plastic as an alternative and while they&#;re on the right path&#;it&#;s not quite right. Plastic alone can warp and will crack or melt when exposed to high temperatures, and it lacks strength. However, the solution isn&#;t too far from it.

FRP IS THE ANSWER

In all honesty, there is not a substance on earth that can hold its shape, strength, and structural integrity forever&#;but FRP comes awfully close.

Now, here in North America, we refer to this superior substance as FRP which as mentioned stands for fiber-reinforced plastic. It is a term that encompasses a wide array of products and applications. In Europe and Asia, they have the same product, but it&#;s called GRP&#;glass reinforced plastics. It is the same exact thing, simply different terminology like how a trunk here is a boot in England.

FRP is a composite material comprised of a matrix of a thermoset resin, and is reinforced using fibers. There are many different types of resins used in making FRP depending on the application. These plastic resins can include:

• Polyurethane
• Polyester
• Vinyl ester
• Epoxy
• Phenol formaldehyde (occasionally)

The fibers used for reinforcement in DEFI products are typically glass. However, in the industry there are FRP products made with fibers that can include:

• Basalt
• Carbon
• Kevlar
• Nomex

In the early years of FRP, there were even some reinforcements made from paper, asbestos, or wood. That is obsolete these days due to their inferior durability compared to carbon and glass.

It Solves Problems On Many Levels

Like all composites, FRP has advantageous characteristics that best the singular components they&#;re made of. For example, the fiber reinforcements add elasticity as well as strength to the matrix which is tough but still relatively weak. This combination creates an even tougher material that is also long-lasting. This allows it to be turned into a variety of complex structural shapes and platforms or sheets for all applications.

Fiber-reinforced plastics are incredibly strong, exceptionally durable, and super resistant to impact and denting. They can also handle climates and environments of the harshest nature, especially corrosive ones such as oil rigs.  In fact, when compared to metals like steel or aluminum, FRP has a much higher strength to weight ratio. This means that it can be as strong as steel while also weighing a fraction of what steel weighs. It is for that reason that many FRP products from DEFI are used in aerospace, marine, ballistic armor, and automotive industries.

Today, FRP can be purchased in a variety of different makeups with different resins and fibers. The greater the fiber volume the stronger the FRP. These days, fiber volume comes between 20% to 70% for most FRP products. There are also different processes by which the fiber-reinforced plastics can be made as we covered last month.  At DEFI we can manufacture our FRP according to your exact needs and specifications.

Using The Right Reinforcement Fiber In FRP

In addition to using the right preform manufacturing method and molding process for your parts, the right fiber is also key. Different types of reinforcement fibers will offer different advantages that will speak to your application needs.

Naturally, glass is by far the most often used material for fiber reinforcement. It&#;s usually combined with polyester or polyurethane resin&#;this is referred to as fiberglass. It&#;s a combination that is so common and well known that the name fiberglass was coined just for that composite.

The reason glass is so common is because it is so easy to work with for a wide variety of applications. It allows for extremely specific alignment of the fibers to suit unique part designs. This results in a product with the best strength, elasticity, and resistance to deformation of any fiber. Additionally, it is highly resistant to extreme heat or cold. You will most often find fiberglass in car parts such as gas and brake pedals, insulation for windows, and elevator cables. Yes, it is that strong.

Now, carbon and Kevlar fibers enhance the elasticity of the FRP product as well as help boost compression and electrical strength. Products made from these fibers are lightweight and corrosion-resistant. It is heavily used in the medical equipment industry and carbon has recently been used in the aerospace sector. In fact, a plane you may have flown on, the Airbus 310 uses carbon FRP in the production of the aircraft&#;s rudders.

Basalt is extremely resistant to a myriad of environmental and inorganic conditions. It boasts the highest chemical and heat resistance of all fibers&#;especially salt. Therefore, it makes sense that basalt is commonly used in boat design as well as bridges and piers along coastlines.

STRUCTURAL ADVANTAGES OF FIBER REINFORCED PLASTICS

Fiber-reinforced plastics are quite an advantageous building material with benefits that are both physical and cosmetic. So many industries are turning to FRP products once they realize the long-term fiscal savings.

Fiber-reinforced plastics first gained exposure as a material for the manufacturing world because of strength versus other materials. Materials such as regular polymers, thermoplastics, and even metals like aluminum and steel simply couldn&#;t compare. FRP products offer the same strength but also boost elasticity, durability, and flexibility. It also does this while weighing only a fraction of their traditional counterparts. In addition to those benefits, the amount of elasticity and the strength can even be adjusted as needed. This makes FRP a very adaptable material that can be used across many industries for many different applications with ease.

In terms of shape and complexity, FRP can be manufactured into huge complex designs using several geometric shape combinations. The material thickness can be adjusted from as little as 1/16 of an inch up to ½ inch if needed. Shapes can be both contoured or rounded and can offer tight tolerances with a uniform thickness.

As touched on before, FRP also boasts exceptional resistance to several factors including impact, extreme temperatures, corrosion, and more. Its non-magnetic properties are also the reason for the dominance of fiber-reinforced plastics in aerospace and medical imaging equipment.

Aesthetic Benefits of Fiber Reinforced Plastics

In addition to the durability and exceptional lifespan of FRP materials, they also can be made to be aesthetically appealing. Since FRP experience virtually no shrinkage during the molding process it makes for consistent results during a production run.

FRP can be painted while in the mold using a gel coat that gives a Class A glossy finish right out of the mold. Since the material bonds to the gel coat so well, paint chipping, cracking, or flaking is a non-issue. The paint will stay shiny and retain color vibrance over an exceedingly long period, unlike traditional painted materials.

CHOOSE DEFI FOR THE BEST IN FRP

When it comes to FRP, the only way you could be disappointed in the material is if it&#;s not manufactured properly. DEFI has several decades of experience in creating some of the best FRP products in the United States. Our products and installation services are second to none and used in a multitude of industries. Contact us today and see what DEFI can do for your project and your bottom line.

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Fibre-reinforced plastics (or polymers) and glass-reinforced plastics are essential to modern engineering, as engineers use them to ensure that the design and structure of products remain strong. The changing needs of industry customers and the development of advanced technologies have led engineers to collaborate with chemical specialists.

This has led to innovations in composite materials designed to meet different needs. Both types of material are in high demand in modern engineering. For special design requirements, LANDYOUNG also offers bespoke GRP piping solutions and FRP piping solutions.

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 FRP FGD System Piping

What are fibre-reinforced plastics?

Fibre-reinforced plastics or polymers go by many names, but it is basically a composite of two fibres and a polymer. The most commonly used fibres include basalt, carbon, glass and aramid. In some cases, wood and paper are also used. In this mixture, the fibres provide strength and stiffness to the material.

Fibres alone cannot provide the basis for building large structures. The addition of polymers provides the strength needed for endurance. LANDYOUNG FRP FGD system piping includes FRP spray headers, FRP flange, FRP elbow, FRP slurry piping, FRP air oxide pipe, FRP stacks and chimney.

What is fibreglass reinforced plastic?

Fibreglass reinforced plastic is made from glass fibres and reinforced plastic. It is made from glass filaments, with each fine glass fibre being woven into a flexible fabric. It is most commonly used in gliders and various aircraft.

LANDYOUNG GRP pipe is manufactured in accordance with international standards using the Helical FILAMENT winding process and Continuous FILAMENT winding process on computer-controlled machines. LANDYOUNG GRP jacking pipes are manufactured in accordance with international standards using the Helical FILAMENT winding process and Continuous FILAMENT winding process on computer-controlled machines. Click here for a list of GRP pipeline inventory.

 GRP Pipe

Other products that make extensive use of FRP include boats and their different components, pipes, water tanks, hot tubs, surfboards, bathtubs and cars. It is an often stronger material and has a wide appeal for the manufacture of many types of manufactured goods. It retains excellent structural strength and has a high degree of durability.

FRP vs GRP: Which is Better?

The main difference between FRP and GRP lies in their composition. This always affects how they are each used, the industries they are suitable for and their heat resistance. The mechanical strength and elasticity of the plastic in FRP are enriched by the addition of other materials.

It is highly resistant to heat and other aggressive substances. Whereas FRPS is widely used in the automotive, aerospace and construction industries; GRP is more widely used in the power industry. Their higher resistance to chemical forces and electricity makes them a good choice, as they cannot generate magnetic fields.

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About LANDYOUNG 

LANDYOUNG GROUP CO., LTD. (Abbr.LANDYOUNG GROUP&#;is a comprehensive building materials industry group in China, a leading new material developer and integrated service provider in China. LANDYOUNG GROUP is a high-tech enterprise integrating R&D, design, production and service of wire mesh products, FRP products, concrete pipes and related production equipment.

FRP products include: GRP pipes, FRP tanks, SMC GRP water tanks, FRP grating, cooling towers and fills, cable trays, septic tanks, various pultrusion&molded profiles, etc.;

Concrete pipe products include PCCP, RCCP, etc.

Related production equipment includes wire mesh manufacturing machine, GRP pipe winding equipment, FRP tank winding equipment, PCCP production equipment and moulds, etc.

Our company can customize wire mesh products, FRP products and related production equipment with different requirements according to customer requirements. Products are widely used in water conservancy, municipal water supply and drainage, water treatment, agriculture irrigation, power plants, chemical and chemical industries, seawater desalination, roads and railways, environmental protection, construction and other fields. Let us help you find the best pipe for your project. When you contact us, please provide your detailed requirements. That will help us give you a valid quotation.

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