Summer is in full swing! When you’re out on the water, you might recognize our fiberglass grating being used on dock walkways and boat ramps. Fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) grating is manufactured by combining a matrix of resin and glass fibers. That makes it a composite material. (1) It’s often used because of its high…
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Fiberglass Grating for Workplace and Recreational Safety
Fiberglass grating is known for its strength, durability, corrosion resistance, and slip resistance. It has a moderately high strength to weight ratio, is flexible, and can be made into various shapes [1]. Because of these properties, many industries use fiberglass grating products for multiple applications to ensure workplace and recreational safety. The recreational industry uses…
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How to Decide What Fiberglass Grating Type is Right for Your Application
Fiberglass grating is a versatile material that is used by many across several industries because it provides unmatched corrosion resistant properties, especially when compared to steel. There are countless applications for fiberglass grating, ranging from architectural sun screening and flooring to platforms, standard walkways, and stair treads. As a fiberglass grating supplier, Direct Metals® offers…
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