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Comment on Strongwell’s Fiberglass Armor Exceeds Ballistic Specifications by Strongwell

Strongwell — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 17:47:56 +0000

The 0.156″ panel meets NIJ level 1 criteria; the 0.25″ meets UL Level 1 criteria; the 0.3125″ panel meets NIJ Level 2A criteria; the 0.40″ panel meets UL Level 2 and NIJ Level 2 criteria; and the 0.50″ panel meets UL Level 3 and NIJ Level 3A criteria.

Comment on Strongwell’s Fiberglass Armor Exceeds Ballistic Specifications by Beatriz Banchs

Beatriz Banchs — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 21:10:29 +0000

What is the size of your ballistic panels?

Regards,

Comment on Lightweight Fiberglass Utility Covers Replace Heavy, Substation Concrete by Eugene Speakman

Eugene Speakman — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 18:09:53 +0000

We are looking at replacing some of our concrete trench covers. They are around 46” long on the outside 40” long on the inside 24” wide and 3” thick. I can send exact sizes if needed.

Thanks,

Eugene Speakman

Comment on Read About the Advantages of FRP by Strongwell

Strongwell — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 15:22:44 +0000

Every application is different and each one must be evaluated. However, in general, FRP advantages are weight (gas mileage), corrosion, ease of installation, and aesthetics if located in areas receiving dents in the metal.

Comment on Read About the Advantages of FRP by SUBRAT BEHERA

SUBRAT BEHERA — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 17:18:26 +0000

advantage of frp over steel on Automative use

Comment on Leri Footbridge Built with Strongwell’s Lightweight, Corrosion Resistant FRP by Strongwell Engineering

Strongwell Engineering — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 15:55:39 +0000

Strongwell EXTREN® pultruded FRP (fiber reinforced polymer) is preferred in lieu of aluminum 6061-T61 and T651 in many applications; however, the actual application will determine the feasibility of replacement.

The structural – mechanical performance and selection of a component in any material is dependent upon the actual durability, environmental exposure resistance, loading conditions, attachment and end-connection conditions, buckling characteristics, allowable stress factors and / or resistant strength factors, etc. required for each particular application.

Strongwell publishes a Design Manual for its EXTREN® pultruded products which provides material properties and design methodology to aid in the determination, selection and design of EXTREN®. The Design Manual is available on Strongwell’s website: http://www.strongwell.com/designmanual. The technical information provided on line in the Design Manual allows a designer to determine the proper material series and structural profile for most applications.

If after reviewing our Design Manual, you need further assistance regarding availability and cost or other specifics concerning EXTREN® or any of our other products our customer service, professional engineer, and / or our material lab personnel will be glad to speak with you and can be reached at 276-645-8000. Please ask for one of our customer service representatives so that you can be assisted to the appropriate source(s) and personnel.

Comment on Leri Footbridge Built with Strongwell’s Lightweight, Corrosion Resistant FRP by Dwaine Rowe

Dwaine Rowe — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 17:03:58 +0000

Can I use your product to replace a hollow, 1.75″ square x 96″ lg. 6061-T6 aluminium tube with .125″ wall and get close to the same machanical properties, size and weight.

Comment on Fiberglass Selected to Replace Timber Screening Pyramids by John Barker, Corp. Health, Safety & Environmental Manager, Strongwell

John Barker, Corp. Health, Safety & Environmental Manager, Strongwell — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 18:37:44 +0000

Hi Aja,

Here is some information in response to your questions:

1. EXTREN® is nearly inert under normal circumstances, does not leach when exposed to water, is acid and alkaline resistant, is fire resistant and is not subject to rotting or decomposition.

2. EXTREN® has no residual emissions, does not off-gas unless exposed to extremely high temperature (600°F).

3. YES; our material can replace wood in Africa or other tropical regions. The high temperatures and high humidity do not affect the performance of EXTREN® structural shapes or other FRP products that we manufacture. In comparison, wood suffers from rotting in high humidity environments and will need replacing on a much quicker time frame than in the USA with lower temperatures and humidity.

Comment on Fiberglass Selected to Replace Timber Screening Pyramids by Nwaeke Aja Ogbonnia

Nwaeke Aja Ogbonnia — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 10:25:59 +0000

How does EXTREN affect enviroment and health of the occupant?

Any emmission from it?

I appreciate your product and could it be used in African to replace wood for roofing?

Aja