Fiberglass reinforced plastic from Fibergrate is well-known for durability and corrosion resistance, two factors that make it a good candidate for building materials in the transportation industry, where heavy traffic is the norm. Additional factors that make it an appealing choice include:
- Anti-slip surface for greater safety
- Light weight for faster installation and reduced structural load
- High strength to weight ratio and impact resistance
- Ease of fabrication on-site when needed
- Custom engineering for unique use cases
- Long-term cost efficiency for key infrastructure
Even in outdoor environments where exposure to the elements is constant, FRP stands up well. Unlike metal, it does not need to be sandblasted, scraped, or painted. It performs well in arctic temperatures and can be treated for extra UV resistance for high temperature environments.
Common Uses:
- Solid Top Surfaces Between Rails for Pedestrian and Wheeled Traffic
- Slip Resistant Stair Treads for Aviation and Mass Transit Use Cases
- Open Grating Walkways Around Rail Tracks for Good Drainage
- Catwalks and Safety Handrails in Subway Systems
- FRP Ladders and Grating Platforms for Manhole Access
- Barrier Grating for Bridges
- Staircases and Platforms for High Traffic Areas (Indoors or Outdoors)
