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GRP Fire Rating

What You Need to Know About Safety and Compliance In environments where safety is paramount, understanding the fire performance of construction materials is essential. Whether specifying materials for rail stations, data centres, substations, or rooftop walkways, the fire rating of GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) is a critical factor in risk [...]

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Fibreglass Rods

Why Fibreglass Rods Are Replacing Steel and Timber in UK Projects Fibreglass rods are fast becoming the preferred alternative to metal, timber, and plastic across industrial, utility, and infrastructure projects. Their strength, weather resistance, and insulation properties make them ideal in settings where traditional materials fail. Unlike steel, fibreglass rods [...]

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GRP Grating Panels

GRP Grating Panels

Why GRP Grating Panels Are Replacing Steel and Timber in High-Traffic Environments When large numbers of people or vehicles are involved, surface safety, structural integrity, and ease of installation become critical. Whether you’re managing a festival site, building a rooftop car park, or maintaining industrial walkways, the traditional use of [...]

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Cutting Detours, Boosting Safety: GRP Grating that Keeps Production Moving

In busy production environments, wasted time and compromised safety can derail productivity. A leading packaging manufacturer faced exactly this problem—inefficient operator movement and worn stair access points were hurting efficiency and posing risks. Enter Engineered Composites with a purpose-built GRP grating walkway designed to improve mobility, enhance safety, and deliver [...]

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Understanding Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and Their Importance in GRP Specification

Why Environmental Product Declarations Are More Relevant Than Ever In an era where the construction industry is being held to ever-higher sustainability standards, Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) are emerging as a key requirement in material specification. Whether you’re an architect, contractor, or specifier, understanding the role and value of an [...]

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