Guardrail Systems vs. Handrail Systems: Uses and Code Requirements

Posted by Fibergrate Marketing on May 30, 2023 11:28:45 AM

Guardrail systems and handrail systems are both helpful components in many buildings and structures; however, because of their similar placement and design, they are often confused with one another. These systems play two separate but often supporting roles in enhancing the safety and usability of a property.

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Topics: Guardrail, handrail, Code Requirements

3 Tips for Selecting and Installing Industrial Handrail Systems

Posted by Fibergrate Marketing on May 17, 2023 11:29:00 AM

When it comes to industrial handrails or grab rails, choosing durable materials that are easy to install and maintain is important. Your handrail systems should also meet International Building Code requirements, OSHA, and ADA compliance guidelines.

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Topics: Guardrail, handrail

Leading FRP Manufacturer Achieves ASTM F3059-18 Certification for Phenolic Grating

Posted by Bill Budgell on May 4, 2023 7:27:09 AM

Fibergrate Composite Structures Inc. is pleased to announce the recent successful certification of its Firewalk™ Phenolic Pultruded Grating to the full requirements of ASTM F3059-18 at the L2 standard. The certification covers all standard bar configurations of the 1-1/2” (38mm) thick phenolic grating.

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Top 5 Benefits Of Using Fiberglass Grating

Posted by Fibergrate Marketing on Apr 18, 2023 10:15:19 AM

Fiberglass grating is an increasingly popular material used by engineers. It has a wide range of applications from walkways to safety handrails and is known for its durability, heat resistance, and low maintenance. In this blog post, we’re going to explore the top five benefits of using fiberglass grating in engineering projects. 

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Topics: Fiberglass, FRP, Molded Grating, Pultruded Grating

Molded Grating VS Pultruded Grating: Which one is better?

Posted by Javier Guillén on May 28, 2020 12:57:42 PM

To understand the differences between molded and pultruded grating, it is important to know exactly what Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) is. FRP is an alternative to traditional industrial materials, such as steel, concrete, and wood. It is made by combining resin with fiberglass. Resin formulations, resin proportions, and manufacturing techniques allow this product to be used as gratings, handrails, ladders, platforms, and custom engineered solutions. Often people ask, “What is the difference between molded and pultruded grating?” Fibergrate wants to help people make the right decision when it comes to choosing the right material for their next project. Some people might simply say: “Molded grating is a panel that has a square or rectangular top mesh whereas pultruded grating is composed by a series of parallel bars.” Is it really this simple? Please allow us to explain.

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Topics: FRP, Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic, Molded Grating, Pultruded Grating, molded vs pultruded grating

FRP Pultruded Gratings: The Real MVP of Tourist Attractions

Posted by Javier Guillén on Sep 3, 2019 9:46:34 AM

The Reversing Falls are a unique and beautiful phenomenon created by the collision of the Bay of Fundy and the Saint John River in New Brunswick, Canada. At low tide the river empties into the bay causing a series of rapids and whirlpools, a truly natural spectacle.

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Topics: FRP, Pultruded Grating, FRP Decking, Rooftop Deck, Tourist Attractions Repairs, Aqua Grate

Customer Testimonial: A Pleasant Surprise After Hurricane Irma

Posted by Brittany Fossier on Nov 30, 2017 1:51:56 PM

 

This year has shown us some of the most destructive hurricanes.  Our hearts have collectively broken for all those affected. 

People build communities. Communities build cities, and cities build people.  Unfortunately, rebuilding these cities is not going to happen overnight.  It will be a process, a very long process, but those cities and the communities will come back stronger than ever. 

We are so happy Tim Raftery shared his testimonial with us about how his deck built with Fibergrate Micro-Mesh® Molded Grating survived Hurricane Irma and made his overall rebuilding experience that much easier.

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Topics: FRP, Decking, Docks, Hurricane, Hurricane Destruction, Hurricane Irma, FRP Dock, FRP Decking

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