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FRP Channel (Fiberglass Channel)

Fiberglass channels (FRP channels) are lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and customizable structural components, ideal for use in industries such as construction, chemical processing, and electrical facilities, offering high strength and low maintenance.

Description

Fiberglass Channel (FRP Channel) is a composite profile made of fiberglass reinforced material and unsaturated polyester resin. It combines the advantages of lightweight, high strength, corrosion resistance, and insulation, making it widely used in corrosive environments or weight-sensitive applications in industries such as construction, chemical, power, and marine engineering.

Advantages of Fiberglass Channel

Corrosion Resistance: Resists acid and alkaline solutions, making it suitable for environments like chemical plants and wastewater treatment.
High Strength: Weighs only 1/4 of steel but has tensile strength close to that of mild carbon steel.
Insulation: Non-conductive, making it ideal for electrical facilities.
Customizable: Can be tailored for cross-sectional sizes, colors, and mechanical properties.

Fiberglass Channel Sizes

Size (mm)	Thickness (mm)	Weight (kg/m)
50x30	4	0.8
50x20	3	0.5
50x45	5.5	1.3
60x35	4.4	1.1
60x50	5	1.4
70x30	4.5	1.1
70x58	4	1.6
88x35	5	1.4
74x35	10	2.5
80x40	8	2.21
80x40	9	2.4
98x80	8	3.7
100x50	5	1.9
100x50	8	2.8
115x65	7	3.1
120x50	4	1.7
127x80	8.5	4.2
150x50	6.5	3
160x80	10	5.9
180x50	8	4
200x100	10	7.3
150x100	5	3.2

Applications of Fiberglass Channel

Construction Structures: Roof supports, anti-corrosion platform frameworks.
Chemical Equipment: Pipe brackets, acid pickling tank frames.
Rail Transportation: Lightweight car parts.
Electrical Facilities: Insulated cable trays.

Comparison with Traditional Steel Channels

Property	Fiberglass Channel	Steel Channel
Weight	Lightweight (1.6-2.0 g/cm³)	Heavy (7.8 g/cm³)
Corrosion Resistance	Excellent	Requires galvanizing/painting for protection
Maintenance Cost	Low (no maintenance required)	High (regular rust protection needed)
Thermal Conductivity	Low (good insulation)	High

Fiberglass channels produced using the pultrusion process combine both efficiency and performance, making them ideal for large-scale standardized applications. The hand-layup method is better suited for customized, small-batch needs.