Fibreglass

What is GRP? GRP stands for Glass Reinforced Polyester, outside the industry it is commonly referred to as fibreglass. Sheets of glass fibre matting are layered over a mould which is then coated with a special resin, heat set and hardened. The hardened polymer is then finished according to the customer’s specified finish.

Why Choose Sustainable PILA Fibreglass goal posts and flag poles?

The advantages of fibreglass over other common materials:

  • - The mould side has a smooth aesthetically pleasing gelcoat finish that never needs painting.
  • - GRP is cost effective in the long term, because it is corrosive resistant and maintenance free.
  • - Tooling costs are low in comparison with injection moulding and deep-draw steel tooling.
  • - We can apply a range of colours to the gel coat. GRP is versatile.
  • - Damaged products are easily and cheaply repairable unlike steel, aluminium or timber.
  • - GRP products have good chemical resistance.
  • - GRP has good dielectric properties which make it excellent as an electrical insulator.
  • - GRP products have good heat insulation.

The advantages of fibreglass in comparison to GALVANISED STEEL:

  • - Corrosion resistance is not related to the zinc coating quality as is required on steel.
  • - It is resistant to salt water, to sulphur, chlorine or basic environments.

The advantages of fibreglass in comparison to ALUMINIUM:

  • - No electrolytic corrosion due to contact of two metals in humid environment.
  • - Much higher life span in basic, chlorine or halogen atmosphere.

The advantages of fibreglass in comparison to STAINLESS STEEL:

  • - Absence of hollow corrosion.
  • - Absence of corrosion under tension (mechanical).
  • - Recommended in chlorine environments.

Mechanical Strength:

A specific resistance, 2 to 4 times higher traditional materials, allows significant save of weight. According to applications, a GRP solution (i.e.: 70% fibres, 30 % resin) allows a weight save, for equal resistance, up to:

  • - 60 % in comparison to stainless steel.
  • - 65 % in comparison to aluminium.
  • - 75 % in comparison to hot dip galvanised steel.

Quick and reliable assembling reduces your installation times up to 50% saving time and money.

The GRP advantages in comparison to metals:

  • - No earthing required.
  • - No requirement for electric continuity test.
  • - Easy to work (cut, drill) on site.
  • - No burring, no finishing and no risk of injury.

Thermal / Electrical Insulation:

  • - Excellent thermal insulation (1000 times less heat conductor than aluminium).
  • - No spark risks due to contact with other materials.
  • - Excellent electrical insulation ( ~ 6 KV / mm).

The utilisation of composite materials, in particular glass reinforced polymer (GRP), offers new applications and new markets every day. Thanks to the development of new products and constant improvement of the fabrication process, PILA group continuously offers new opportunities to our clients.

Why Choose Sustainable PILA Fibreglass goal posts and flag poles?

PILA group is committed to producing excellent fibreglass products at a competitive price. For more information and/or a competitive quote email us and a sales representative will be in contact.

Download Benefits of Fibreglass Brochure (PDF 271KB).

Sustainable Choice Fibreglass Goalposts & Flagpoles

PILA group’s sustainable fibreglass goal posts and flag poles are listed on the supplier database for the Local Government Procurement Program – Sustainable Choice – Local Government Purchasing for Sustainability