The unique properties of Fiberglass make it suitable for a wide range of product applications, and offer advantages that are not found in other types of construction. These advantages include:
High degree of design flexibility. The practical uses of fiberglass are virtually endless, limited only by your imagination. Fiberglass opened many new avenues for creative designers. Its unique physical properties allow it to be easily tooled, molded and manufactured to meet almost any specifications. Because there are few constraints on size, shape, color or finish, the styling and appearance can take precedence over manufacturing costs.
This design freedom and the easiness to work make fiberglass an economical alternative for the manufacture of any component or finished product in any quantity.
The lightweight strength of fiberglass has always made it a popular choice for manufacturing. Fiberglass offers distinct advantages in a wide range of products; its reduced weight and maintenance make it attractive on architectural projects. More and more industries are discovering the benefits of its versatility.
High strength to weight ratio and high flexural strength. Fiberglass is an attractive lightweight material that builds strength into almost any finished product or component. Pound for pound fiberglass can be stronger than steel and sheet metals. Highly resistant to environmental extremes. Fiberglass is built to last. Dollar for dollar, fiberglass reinforced plastic products provide better performance than plain non-reinforced plastic units.
Fiberglass parts are gel-coated in their molds with a choice of flat, semi-gloss or high gloss color eliminating the need for painting. In highly corrosive environments gel-coats are much more durable than most paints. Fiberglass products can be manufactured in numerous finishes, textures and colors.
With sheet metal, you get a plain box. Fiberglass parts have sleek contours and a superior molded appearance with high visibility colors.
Fiberglass is non-conductive, RF transparent, and helps to insulate against electromagnetic fields, making Fiberglass the obvious choice for electrical and electronic equipment storage.
Fiberglass is non-corrosive and has a much longer life expectancy when compared to a variety of construction materials. In highly corrosive environments Fiberglass is the preferred choice over metal, wood, or plastic. A popular choice where exposure to harsh environments is a concern, Fiberglass provides resistance to ultra violent light, extreme temperatures, salt air, and a variety of chemicals including most acids. Because fiberglass is chemically inert and corrosion-resistant, it offers an economical alternative to stainless steel.
Fiberglass provides superior acoustical properties when compared to plastic or metal. Various type of sound deadening materials can be laminated between high strength layers of Fiberglass matte to achieve the preferred level of sound deadening.
Fiberglass exhibits the least amount of expansion and / or contraction when compared to plastic, wood, or metals. Fiberglass parts have excellent dimensional stability and will hold their shapes under severe mechanical and environmental stresses.
Fiberglass parts require very little maintenance - no rust, no painting, no wood rot. Tired of costly maintenance associated with repairing or replacing expensive equipment?
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