MOULDED (Machine) FIBREGLASS GRATING:

Hindustan Fibre Tech moulded grating provides an efficient and cost effective solution for all flooring, walkways and decking areas requiring long term performance in very aggressive and corrosive environments. Constructed from glass reinforced thermoset resins, Hindustan Fibre Tech moulded grating is an excellent choice to replace conventional steel and aluminium flooring systems in such aggressive environments. CHEMICAL AND CORROSION RESISTANCE: Hindustan Fibre Tech moulded fibreglass grating is manufactured using high strength fibreglass rovings and a range of premium grade thermosetting resins. A high resin content of nominally 65%-70% provides long maintenance free performance in corrosive environments. HIGH STRENGTH TO WEIGHT RATIO: The use of high strength E-glass roving reinforcement, Hindustan Fibre Tech moulded to form a square mesh grating panel, produces a strong flooring system suitable for safe pedestrian traffic on a wide range of spans. LIGHT WEIGHT AND MANAGEABLE: The composite used in the construction of Hindustan Fibre Tech moulded grating has a specific gravity one-fourth that of steel and two-thirds that of aluminium which considerably simplifies installation and handling. Unlike metallic grating, moulded grating panels can be easily cut on site using only hand tools. The ease of handling makes it the ideal grating to install in those difficult to access areas. Load bearing bars in both directions of the panel allow for the use without continuous side support. NON-CONDUCTIVE: Hindustan Fibre Tech moulded grating can be safely used in electrical work areas. Special support conditions to prevent electrolytic corrosion are not required. IMPACT RESISTANT: Having a square mesh and a continuous woven roving reinforcement pattern assists in providing a grating panel with high impact resistance. Repeated loads can be applied with little or no permanent deformation. STABLE: Panels of Hindustan Fibre Tech moulded grating are inherently stable due to their square mesh construction. NON SKID SURFACE: Standard moulded grating panels have a concave profile on the upper surface for skid resistance. Grit surfaces are also available on request and this tough quartz finish will ensure the maximum in skid resistance and safety even in wet environments. NON SPARKING: Impact on metallic grating by metallic objects can create sparks of sufficient energy to ignite gases. Hindustan Fibre Tech moulded grating installed in such dangerous areas will not create sparks when impacted with metallic or other objects. TRANSPARENT TO RF TRANSMISSION: Fibreglass does not cause electromagnetic interference and is transparent to radio frequency transmissions. COST PERFORMANCE: Very favourable results can be demonstrated with Hindustan Fibre Tech moulded grating with emphasis on low installation costs, long service life and minimum maintenance.

DIMENSIONS: Standard panel sizes are nominal 1.22 m x 3.66 m (4ft x 12ft), Special shape panels can be cut from standard width stock panels. Panel weight should be considered when ordering large panels. RESIN SYSTEMS:

Resin Code BP-Q1 VE-Q2 ISO-Q3 BP-Q1:

Resin Base BisPhenol Vinyl Ester Isophthalic

Corrosion Resistance

Standard Colour Your Choice Your Choice Your Choice

Excellent Excellent Very Good

Premium grade Bisphenol resin system offering excellent resistance to a wide range of highly corrosive environments. It has a Class 1 flame spread rating of less than 10 when tested to the Tunnel Test. VE-Q2: Corrosion resistance of this vinyl ester resin system is identical to VE-F1. It has a Class 1 flame spread rating of less than 25 when tested to the Tunnel Test. ISO-Q3: This premium grade isophthalic polyester resin system is recommended for use in industrial and chemical applications where moderately corrosive environments are encountered. It has a Class 1 flame spread rating of less than 25 when tested to the Tunnel Test. SOLID SURFACE: Hindustan Fibre Tech moulded grating is available with an integral cover bonded to the top surface and finished with a tough quartz anti-slip surface.

Fibreglass Gratings Cutting and Insulation Guide

Hindustan Fibre Tech machine Moulded Fibreglass Grating can be cut or moulded to our clients specifications. The cut edges are sanded and sealed with resin to ensure corrosion resistance. As part of our service and commitment to our clients Hindustan Fibre Tech will be happy to provide a competitive quotation for installation of your grating if required

Safety Precautions:
When cutting Hindustan Fibre Tech machine moulded Gratings products, always wear safety goggles to protect your eyes and a dust mask to reduce dust inhalation. Also wear gloves and a shop coat with neck and sleeves taped to prevent skin irritation. Work in a well-lighted and ventilated area.

Cutting Products:
Depending on the amount (lineal feet) of grating to be cut, a variety of shop tools can be used. For best results, use a heavy-duty rotary saw with a masonry, carbide or diamond coated blade. Firm support of the panels will prevent shifting. Turning the panel bottom-side-up gives a smooth surface for the saw to ride on and reduces chipping. Be sure to allow for the blade kerfs when measuring.

Grinding:
All cut edges should be ground smooth. Use a coarse gritted, open coated (resin) grinding disk.

Finishing:
All cut surfaces should be coated with resin to prevent corrosion of glass fibers. A coating of a two-part resin system or comparable to the resin used in the manufacture of the fiberglass grating should be used to maintain corrosion resistance.

Installation:
Provide for a minimum of 1 support around all panel edges. Use 2 type M stainless steel (type 316) clips every 48 (maximum). A minimum of four clips is required for any piece of grating.

Standard Clips
Hindustan Fibre Tech has three kinds of standard clips made of 316 stainless steel used for fastening and joining grating panels. Type M Hold down clips; designed to locate grating on a support structure & prevent it from turning in all 4 directions.

Hindustan Fibre Tech machine moulded Gratings were called upon to solve the issue of a slippery surface around a concrete apron supporting five pressure vessels on an external treatment plant. The existing concrete apron suffered from algae growth raising Health & Safety issues.

"We recommended Hindustan Fibre Tech machine moulded Fibreglass Grating because of its exceptional slip rsistance, and zero maintenance costs."