Glass fibre reinforced plastic (GFRP)

GLASS FIBER REINFORCED

PLASTICS

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A composite material made of a polymer reinforced with fibres.

Consists of thermosetting resins and glass fibre.

GFRP SHEETS GFRP ROLLS

Benefits of GFRP

. High Strength

. Lightweight

. Resistance

. Design flexibility

. Seamless Construction

. Low maintenance

. Durability

Composite Constituents

• Resins• Reinforcements• Fillers• Additives

MATERIALS

RESINS• Used as base material for

reinforcement layer.• Transfer stress between

reinforcing fibres and to protect them from mechanical and environmental damage.

REINFORCEMENT

• Glass fibre is the reinforcement in this plastic

FIBRE GEOMETRY

ALLIGNED FIBRES• In this type of alignment, the fibres are woven parallel to each

other

• In this type of alignment, the fibres are woven randomly according to a specific density.

• In this type of alignment, the fibres are woven in the shape of a net. It is the strongest among the three.

RANDOM FIBRES

WOVEN FIBRES

MANUFACTURE

• Plastic is manufactured by addition polymerization and step growth polymerization .

• It is known as matrix.• The plastic which is under polymerization is mixed with glass

fibre, enhance the strength and elasticity of the plastic. • This results in the formation of Glass Fibre Reinforced Plastic

(GFRP)

ApplicationsGFRP can be used for both interior and exterior fixtures in a variety of shapes, styles, and textures; in new buildings or restorative projects.-Domes-Fountains-Columns-Balustrade-Planters-Panels-Sculpture-Entryways-Moldings-Facades-Cornice-Porticos-Cupolas-Signs-Roofs

THE ROOF IS MADE OF GFRP

ARCHITECTURAL USES AND ADVANTAGES:-

- Due to its translucent nature and less weight, it is used as a roofing material in various places . It also helps to allow only partial light through it.

- Due its cost efficiency, it is even used as partitioning material between two spaces.- It can be easily shaped due to its more elasticity.- It is a good heat resisting material. - Has a very high strength to weight ratio- Low weights of 2 to 4 lbs. per square foot means, Faster installation, less structural

framing, and lower shipping costs

- Resists salt water, chemicals, and the environment - unaffected by acid rain, salts, and most chemicals

- Domes and cupolas are resigned together to form a one-piece, watertight, structurable to Mold Complex Shapes Virtually any shape or form can be molded

- Research shows no loss of laminate properties after 30 years- Stromberg GFRP stood up to category 5 hurricane Floyd with no damage, while

nearby structures were destroyed, this gives a clear example about the strength of it

RATES:

It rates of about 400-500Rs/sq.metre

MANUFACTURERES

KBK PLASCON PVT.LTD, NEW DELHITEAM ONE COMPOSITES PVT. LTD., HYDERABADSAMSUN PLASTALLOIS, NEW DELHIGRAPHITE INDIA LTD., NASIK

IMAGES

SHEETS OF GFRP (FOR ROOFING)

ROLL OF GLASS FIBRES

COLOR VARIATION IN FIBRE

ZOOMED GLASS FIBRE

TRANSPARENT GFRP SHEETHELMET GLASS

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