Fibre reinforced polymer is a plastic based composite material consisting of dry glass fibres and polyester. Normally referred to as fibreglass or GRP. In combination this result in a very strong and rigid material, perfect for construction purposes! Fibreglass is a cost-effective alternative to traditional building materials since it combines several advantages, e.g. it has strength as steel but weighs less, is corrosion-resistant, and has a good sustainability profile compared to other materials.
Our composite profiles are produced using the manufacturing process pultrusion and consist of glass fibre threads and mats and a polymer matrix, typically of polyester resin. In our pultrusion process, this results in a corrosion-resistant, strong and light weight GRP material, perfect for load bearing constructions for industrial purposes and building. Learn more about pultrusion at Fiberline here
The many advantages include:
Check out the 10 key benefits here
One of our distinguishing characteristics is our production method – pultrusion – where we carefully place the glass fibres in relation to the profile’s cross section, thus ensuring consistent and reproducible quality. At Fiberline Building Profiles, we have over 40 years’ experience in producing GRP-products, and we can therefore offer high, certified quality. And we are happy to stand by this claim by offering a 20-year warranty.
Our GRP-products are produced in an energy-optimised process, which means that they have a good environmental profile. If you want to learn more about our composite material or products’ environmental profile and their CO2- footprint, read more about the environment here
Now we know that you have realised that fibreglass is extremely effective. Otherwise you would not have ended up on this page. In our quick guide, we have compiled everything you need to know to assess whether fibreglass is the right choice for your next project
Our products are CE certified according to the EN13706 1-3 standard.
Read moreFiberglass enables lightweight and robust constructions, making installation faster. Although the material is comparable to steel, the specific weight of Fiberglass is only a quarter of steel.
Read moreFiberglass is an impressively strong material, able to compete with steel, aluminum, and wood. Composite profiles exhibit moderate stiffness, meaning they match the weight of aluminum, constitute only 20% of the weight of concrete, and weigh just 40% of a comparable steel construction.
Read moreComposite materials are generally very durable, with only a few exceptions. They resist a variety of aggressive liquids and environments, resulting in long lifespan and minimal need for maintenance.
Read moreFiberglass is UV-resistant and can withstand temperatures between -40 and +80 degrees Celsius without deterioration of its properties. Additionally, it tolerates seawater and other atmospheric influences.
Read moreFiberglass profiles are electrically insulating. They are suitable for use in connection with all electrical constructions, such as along railway tracks, power plant installations, etc., as they are suitable for both low and medium voltage.
Read moreThe processing of fiberglass profiles is significantly easier than for metals such as steel, and just as efficient as for wood. This makes it easy to handle solutions with our profiles on site.
Read moreFiberline's fiberglass profiles have a significantly higher thermal insulating capacity compared to steel and aluminum. The thermal conductivity coefficient of fiberglass is 0.3 W/mK, resulting in energy-efficient finished products compared to both aluminum, which is about 200 W/mK, and steel, which is about 50 W/mK.
Read moreIn general, fibreglass profiles have a good reputation for their environmental impact, and ours is certainly no exception!
Through an energy-efficient production process, better durability and fewer resources for maintenance and handling, we can be part of our customer’s green value chain.
You will find a wide range of carefully selected sizes, compiled to meet our customer’s needs within building and industry. In addition, we are also happy to machine the profiles for you and to cut them to the desired dimensions. We could even assemble an entire bridge for you.
Our GRP building profiles, planks and gratings are most commonly used in:
Learn more about each of these industries here
Want the easy solution? That is also well-tested and based on many years of experience? Then take a look at our standard solutions within bridges, platforms, access ways, stairs, handrails and cladding. Find all our standard solutions here
Only the imagination sets the limit! With a unique combination of mechanical properties, our profiles find wide use for a number of constructions, from swimming pool applications and boat bridges, to solar screens and temporary parking garages. Find inspiration from our many customer cases here
With more than 40 years of experience pultruding fibre reinforced polymers products for building and industry, we are pretty sure we can help you too. Our experienced team of technicians, engineers and advisors are at hand to talk about your next fibreglass project. Contact us today
If your fibreglass profiles are scratched or cut, you do not necessarily need to worry about their lost mechanical properties. In case of minor damage that you would like to repair for aesthetic reasons, you can repair the profiles by first filling them with epoxy filler and then grinding and painting them. The filler should be appropriate for the circumstances and capable of adhering to plastic. Find out more about the repairs here.
If your fibreglass profiles are scratched and you would like to repair them for aesthetic reasons, you can repair these by first filling the damaged areas with epoxy filler and then grinding and painting them in order to obtain a neat finish. Read more about the repair requirements here. In case of major damage, you may need to replace the whole damaged area so that the strength of the construction is not impaired.
In case of major damage where the fibres are clearly exposed, the profile’s properties may be affected. Such damage may simultaneously affect the complete construction. In these cases, we recommend replacing the profile. You can read more about small and large repairs to our fibreglass profiles here or contact us directly, if you are in any doubt as to whether the damage is extensive enough to require this.
