AN OVERVIEW OF GRP PROFILES
Our GRP profiles, manufactured in Europe from glass fibre reinforced composites, are characterised by their durability and high corrosion resistance, and represent a cost-effective alternative to conventional materials such as concrete, timber, stainless steel and aluminium.
The wide range of applications for our GRP profiles spans a diverse array of sectors and industries. Whether for offshore applications, rail systems, the chemical industry or other infrastructure facilities – our profiles offer flexible solutions to complex challenges.
Fibrolux – GRP profiles
Discover our comprehensive range of GRP profiles, which have been specially developed for a wide variety of applications and industries. Find out more about the various options and discover the perfect profile to meet your requirements.
Do you have any questions about our GRP profiles?
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Overview GRP profiles
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Special profiles
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Stock items
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GRP C-profile
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T-profiles
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Reinforcement
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Flat profile
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Angle
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Carbon profiles
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Hat profiles
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Bars
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Cable support systems
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H-section profiles
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Z-profiles
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Nuts & threaded rods
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Pipes
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Accessories for profiles
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Sheets
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Rectangular tubes
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Ballistic panels
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Transformer profiles
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U-profiles
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Processing
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Beams
What are the advantages of GRP profiles?
GRP profiles (glass-fibre-reinforced plastic profiles) offer a range of benefits that make them particularly attractive for various industrial and commercial applications. Here are some of the key benefits:
- High strength and durability: GRP profiles are renowned for their high tensile, flexural and impact strength, making them a robust choice for demanding environments.
- Corrosion resistance: These profiles are resistant to many chemicals and corrosive environments, making them ideal for use in chemical plants, sewage treatment works and coastal regions.
- Lightweight: GRP profiles are significantly lighter than comparable metal structures such as steel or aluminium, which makes them easier to handle, transport and install.
- Good insulating properties: GRP provides natural insulation against heat and electricity, making it useful for electrical and thermal applications.
- Weather resistance: GRP profiles are UV- and weather-resistant, making them ideal for outdoor applications where durability under extreme weather conditions is required.
- Adaptability: The manufacturing processes for GRP allow profiles to be produced in various shapes and sizes, which increases design flexibility and makes it easier to meet specific requirements.
- Low maintenance: They require less maintenance than metal structures, as they do not rust or rot and do not need to be painted or sealed regularly.
What is GFK?
GRP, short for glass-fibre-reinforced plastic, is a composite material consisting of a plastic matrix with glass fibres embedded within it. This combination gives GRP high strength and durability, whilst also being lightweight and offering excellent corrosion resistance.
The plastic – often a polyester, epoxy or vinyl resin – binds the glass fibres, which increase the material’s mechanical strength. Thanks to its versatile properties, GRP is used in a wide range of industries.
What is a GRP profile?
GRP profiles are components made from glass-fibre-reinforced plastic, a composite material known for its high strength and low weight. These profiles are manufactured by combining synthetic resin with glass fibres, which gives them excellent resistance to corrosion, weathering and chemical substances.
Owing to these properties, GRP profiles are widely used in various industries such as construction, the automotive sector and electrical engineering, where conventional materials such as steel or aluminium are not ideal. They are particularly useful in environments where robustness is required without adding extra weight.
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