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Sep 21, 2022

When selecting a building material for an infrastructure project, there are a few key factors to consider before making a decision. Engineers must be sure to make selections that will benefit both the people within their agency,...

Jun 30, 2021

There is nothing more rewarding than when a customer dominates the competition because a newer technology took their product or system beyond its intended capacity or capability. More often than not, it is a key component or...

Jun 25, 2021

Some industry professionals use the terms “fiberglass” and “fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP)” interchangeably.  However, there is technically a difference as the two can refer to distinct products.  Below, we highlight what...

Jun 10, 2021

Fiber-reinforced polymer, or FRP, is an engineered material used in many different types of infrastructure projects. Its uses range from bridge decking and utility poles to handrails and ladders, with plenty of room and design...

May 12, 2021

In recent years, fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) has become a widely accepted alternative to traditional building materials like metal and wood. The composite consists of a polymer resin matrix reinforced with fibers, which...

Mar 29, 2021

From the earliest historical accounts, structures were built from locally available materials. Rudimentary steel production can be traced to the 13^th century BC [and earlier] where it was used to create basic shapes for weapons...

Feb 16, 2021

Some psychiatrists and scientists think the human brain is hardwired to do the same things over and over. They believe that this is the underlying reason people find change difficult. Navigating change can sometimes cause some...

Feb 10, 2021

For the last few weeks, we’ve been talking about the installation of a complex fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composite rail platform project at Chelsea Rail Station in Massachusetts. This particular project had a lot of moving...

Oct 21, 2020

Fiber-reinforced polymers (FRP) are composite materials created by combining carbon, glass, or aramid fibers with a polymer matrix. FRPs can be manufactured to any size, shape, or color specification. They are lighter weight,...

Aug 4, 2020

Given the demanding structural loads of the bridges and rail platforms where Composite Advantage’s fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) FiberSPAN™ deck panels are used, our decking is engineered to meet specific requirements suited to...