BRIDGE BUILDING
GRP building materials help create innovative, durable and sustainable bridges
One of the most promising groups of building materials in the building industry today is fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) (also called glass-reinforced polymer or GRP). This thermosetting plastic combines glass fibres and polymer to create a building product that is strong, rigid and easy to work with.
Australia is a famously harsh and rugged country with an environment that’s not overly kind towards the building materials we use. Storms, floods, drought and fire ravage our lands every year and our building materials need to be able to withstand the worst our surroundings can throw at them.
CORROSION & AGING RESISTANT
The unique combination of resin and fibreglass means our building materials don’t rust, corrode or deteriorate when exposed to harsh water-based conditions.
NON-MAGNETIC
Beneficial when any sensitive materials, instruments or machinery need to work in a non-magnetic environment.
EASY INSTALLATION
No special tools needed to install, cut, shape and install our FRP building materials.
HIGH STRENGTH TO WEIGHT RATIO
The lightweight nature of this building material means it’s easy to transport and even easier to work with. No welding or heavy machinery needed.
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Humans have built bridges for thousands of years, but never like this
Some engineers, driven by challenges such as maintenance and durability have been searching for alternatives to traditional bridge-building materials. The fact FRP products offer a low-density product that’s incredibly strong and durable is exciting for many engineers and architects.
Fibre-reinforced polymer is:-
- Lightweight
- Easy to work with
- Durable
- Extremely strong
- Long-lasting
- Termite resistant
- Nonconductive
- Won’t corrode or rot
- Available in a wide range of colours
Cost savings by using FRP products by reduced energy costs in the following areas:-
- Transportation
- Assembly
- Foundations
- Hoisting and craning
- Supporting structures
- Decking
- Maintenance and upkeep