Roof hatches provide essential access to rooftops for maintenance, repairs, and inspections; however, these convenient portals pose a significant safety risk if not adequately surrounded by a roof hatch safety railing system. Falls from roofs are a leading cause of workplace injuries and fatalities, making safety railing systems a crucial investment for any building owner or manager responsible for rooftop safety. This includes protecting the perimeter or edge of the roof as well as openings on the roof itself such as hatches and stairways.
What to Know about Roof Hatch Safety Railing Systems
Topics: Fiberglass, FRP, Safety, Employee Safety
FRP Vs Steel: How Do They Measure Up?
For centuries, steel has been the go-to material for countless applications from towering skyscrapers to trusty car frames. But over the last 50 years, the FRP vs steel debate has been marking more and more wins for the FRP side. Fiber-reinforced plastic, also known as fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP), continues to gain ground as a trusted, durable, and corrosion-resistant building material.
So, which material reigns supreme in the battle of toughness and adaptability? Let's delve into the world of FRP vs. steel and see how they measure up.
Topics: Fiberglass, FRP, Benefits, Corrosion Resistant, Stair Treads, Light Weight
Heavy-Duty Grating Applications and Top Product Picks
Heavy-duty grating plays a pivotal role in various industrial and commercial settings. It can be a critical component that promotes safety, durability, and efficiency in a wide range of applications. In this blog post, we will give an overview of heavy-duty grating, understanding its significance, key characteristics, surface options, types of heavy-duty fiberglass grating, applications, and the various benefits it offers. Whether you are in manufacturing, chemical plants, or involved in infrastructure projects, this post will help you make informed decisions about the best heavy-duty grating for your needs.
Topics: FRP, Benefits, Molded Grating, Pultruded Grating
Fibergrate Includes Microban® in Antimicrobial Building Materials for Added Product Protection
From gratings to stair treads and work platforms, the surfaces in food and beverage facilities can be a breeding ground for microbes. Regular washing and sanitizing goes a long way toward keeping these surfaces clean, and these steps will always be essential, but it does not hurt to make it harder for odor, stain, and product-degrading microbes to proliferate in the first place. That’s the benefit of using antimicrobial building materials such as Fibergrate® FRP gratings with Microban®.
Topics: FRP, FGI-AM, Antimicrobial
Fiberglass Decking and Deck Grating for Wet Environments
Wet environments demand strict attention to safety and durability for flooring surfaces. Fiberglass decking and deck grating, specifically fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) products, offer robust solutions. This quick guide covers their definition, benefits, installation, maintenance, and safety compliance as well as real-world applications.
Topics: FRP, Benefits, Molded Grating, Pultruded Grating, FRP Decking
Three Popular Ways to Use 4x8 Fiberglass Grating Panels - Plus Our Top Product Picks
4 foot by 8 foot fiberglass grating panels, especially molded grating products, have truly carved out a niche as a preferred material choice for residential and commercial spaces and even for heavy industrial and food processing applications. This is in part due to their incredible adaptability and ease of handling, particularly in comparison to steel grating. Nearly endlessly versatile, fiberglass grating panels can be easily customized in the field using basic hand tools. In this high-level exploration, we will delve into the types of resins available for fiberglass reinforced plastic grating panels and look at three popular applications.
Topics: FRP, Benefits, Molded Grating, Pultruded Grating
Exploring the Versatile Applications of Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic Grating
Well-made plastic grating is a versatile material that finds its applications in myriad industries and settings. Read on as we delve into how fiberglass reinforced plastic grating can be used across many industries and use cases.
Topics: FRP, Benefits, Corrosion Resistant, Construction, Molded Grating, Pultruded Grating