September 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,...
Topics: Fiber-Reinforced Polymer, FRP, FRP vs. Precast Total Time, Production and Installation Time, Weight, Corrosion and Maintenance
June 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...
Topics: FRP Composites, Fiber-Reinforced Polymer, FRP, custom molding and OEM products, Crane outrigger pads
June 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...
Topics: FRP Composites, Fiber-Reinforced Polymer, FRP, Fiberglass
June 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...
Topics: Fiber-Reinforced Polymer, FRP, field service
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...
Topics: FRP Composites, vacuum infusion, Fiber-Reinforced Polymer, FRP, pultrusion, hand lamination
March 29, 2021
From the earliest historical accounts, structures were built from locally available materials. Rudimentary steel production can be traced to the 13th century BC [and earlier] where it was used to create basic shapes for weapons...
Topics: Fiber-Reinforced Polymer, FRP, frp stairs, standard structurals, structural fabrication, pultrusion
February 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...
Topics: Fiber-Reinforced Polymer, FRP
February 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...
Topics: Infrastructure, bridge design, Fiber-Reinforced Polymer, FRP, Weight
October 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,...
Topics: FRP Composites, Fiber-Reinforced Polymer
August 04, 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...
Topics: FiberSPAN, Fiber-Reinforced Polymer, FRP, Installation
