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1Structural PrODuctSPROForms® and PROPlate®2proForms® structural ComponentsOur standard structural inventory includes angles, beams, deck board, building panels, columns, tubes, rods and more. See page 12 for a complete listing.proplate® Flat sheetTypically used for gusset plates, splice plates and base plates, as well as round and square washers, our flat sheet offers the same durability as our other FRP products.Custom profilesNeed a special profile? We can manufacture custom pultrusions to your specifications. Contact us for a complete FRP solution including structural shapes, decking, handrail, ladders and cages and fabricated structures such as stairways and platforms.struCturAL produCt LinesContents04 The Pultrusion Process06 FRP vs. Traditional Materials 08 Typical Properties12 Product Availability14 Fabricating With FRPproduCts mAnuFACtured by 3P R O F O R M S ® & P R O P L A T E ® S T R U C T U R A L F R P P R O d U C T Sthe smArt ALternAtive to Wood, steeL And ALuminumFiberglass reinforced polymer (FRP) is one of the strongest, most durable building materials available today. It’s nonconductive, dimensionally stable and extremely low maintenance. It offers the strength of steel at a fraction of the weight for efficient transportation and installation. And unlike traditional materials like wood, steel and aluminum, FRP won’t rust, corrode, warp, rot, decay or attract insect damage — so it’s ideal for harsh environments.In short, it’s a different way to solve your design challenges — one that can reduce costs and improve long-term performance. To maximize these benefits, however, it’s best to design with the properties of FRP in mind from the start. Our engineers and fabricators can help, so contact us with your questions.Features and benefits Corrosion resistant. Won’t rot, rust or corrode. strong yet lightweight. Helps save on transportation. virtually maintenance-free. Durable and weather-resistant for a longer life cycle. Fire-retardant and nonconductive. Helps create a safer environment. dimensionally stable. Won’t shrink, swell, warp or bow. highly consistent. Strength, appearance and quality are the same from piece to piece. easy to fabricate and install. FRP can be cut, drilled and assembled with standard tools. non-leaching. Does not require environmentally hazardous preservatives. Fast turnaround. Most in-stock orders are shipped within the next business day. backed by a 25-year Limited Warranty* made in u.s.A.AppLiCAtionsStair StructuresWalkwaysPedestrian BridgesStructural FramingHandrail SystemsCaged and Fixed LaddersDeckingBoat DocksPipe SupportsCross BracingConcrete EmbedmentTank and Hatch CoversDisplay RacksmArKetsArchitectural SolutionsAgricultureCooling TowersMilitaryMiningOil and GasPedestrian BridgesPlant and Chemical ProcessingPulp and PaperTheme and Water ParksUtilitiesWastewater/Water Treatment4the pultrusion process: step by stepAll of our FRP profiles are manufactured using the pultrusion process. Just as it sounds, the machine grips the raw materials and “pulls” them through a series of steps until the finished profile reaches the cut-off saw. Fiberglass-reinforced polymers (FRP), also known as “composites,” is a combination of:• Resin, such as polyester or vinylester;• Reinforcements, such as fiberglass roving and mat;• Additives, such as pigments, UV inhibitors, fire retardant, etc.; and• Surface veil, which enhances corrosion resistance, UV protection and appearanceuni-directionalGlass rovingmulti-directionalmatsurface veilthermoset resinheated dieCut-offsawFrpprofilepuller5P R O F O R M S ® & P R O P L A T E ® S T R U C T U R A L F R P P R O d U C T S1reinforcementThe process typically starts by pulling in two forms of fiberglass reinforcement. Creels of fiberglass roving provide unidirectional strength along the length of the profile, and rolls of woven fiberglass mat provide multidirectional reinforcement. All reinforcements are fed through pre-forming guides that will begin to shape the raw glass fibers into the finished profile. Resin (added in step 2) provides an additional form of reinforcement.4CuringWet-out reinforcements are pulled through the heated pultrusion die, which begins the thermosetting process that causes the resin to “cure” or harden. By the time the part exits the die, a solid, rigid profile in the exact shape of the die cavity has been formed with all the reinforcements laminated inside.2Wet-outThe fiberglass reinforcements are pulled through a bath of thermoset resin — typically polyester or vinylester — as well as pigments to add color, filler to enhance properties, and a catalyst to aid in curing.5CuttingThe finished product is then pulled to the cut-off saw and cut to the desired length. After cutting, it is placed in stock at one of our warehouses, sent to our state-of-the-art fabrication center for secondary processing, or crated for shipment to the customer.3surface veilJust before all the material is pulled into the heated die, surface veil is added to enhance the surface appearance of the final product.standard resin systemsPROForms® and PROPlate® products are offered in three resin series to meet the requirements of different applications and environments.std — stAndArd non Fire retArdAnt poLyester A general-purpose isophthalic polyester resin system with a UV inhibitor, offering good corrosion resistance. Color: Olive GreenFr — Fire retArdAnt poLyesterA general-purpose fire-retardant isophthalic resin system with a UV inhibitor, offering good corrosion resistance. Colors: Dark Gray and Yellowve — vinyLester Fire retArdAntA premium vinylester resin system with a UV inhibitor. It’s fire retardant and highly corrosion resistant. Colors: Beige and Yellow6Frp CompositesPultruded GFRPsteel A 709 Grade 50Aluminum6061-T651 & 6061-T6Wood Douglas FirCorrosion, rot And inseCt resistAnCeresists a broad range of chemicals and is unaffected by moisture or immersion in water. resists insect damage. Painting is only suggested when exposed to UV rays/direct sunlight.Subject to oxidation and corrosion. Requires painting or galvanizing for many applications.Can cause galvanic corrosion. (Anodizing and other coatings increase corrosion resistance.)Can warp, rot and decay when exposed to moisture, water and chemicals. Susceptible to attack by insects such as termites and marine borers.strenGthhas greater flexural strength than timber and pound-for-pound is often stronger than steel and aluminum in the lengthwise direction.Ultimate flexural strength (Fu): LW = 30,000 psi (30 ksi)CW = 10,000 psi (10 ksi)Compression strength: LW = 30,000 psi (30 ksi)CW = 15,000 psi (10 ksi)Homogeneous material.Yield strength (Fy) = 36 ksiHomogeneous material.Flexural strength (Fu) = 35 ksiModulus of rupture is 12,000 psiWeiGht Weighs 75% less than steel and 30% less than aluminum.Could require lifting equipment to move and place.1/2-in. thick plate = 20.4 lbs/sq ftLightweight — about a third of the weight of copper or steel.Specific gravity 0.48eLeCtriCAL ConduCtivitynonconductive. High dielectric capability.Conducts electricity. Grounding potential. Conducts electricity. Grounding potential.Can be conductive when wet.thermAL propertiesGood insulator with low thermal conductivity.Thermal conductivity = 4 (BTU in. /(hr ft2 °F)Low thermal coefficient of expansion.= 7 - 8 (in./in./°F) 10-6Conducts heat.Thermal conductivity = 260-460 (BTU/sf/ hr/°F/in.)Thermal coefficient of expansion.= 6 - 8 (in./in./°F) 10-6Conducts heat.Thermal conductivity = 150 (BTU/sf/hr/°F/in.)Thermal coefficient of expansion.= 13 (in./in./°F) 10-6Low thermal conductivity.Thermal conductivity = .8 (BTU/sf/hr/°F/in.)Thermal coefficient of expansion.= 1.7 - 2.5 (in./in./°F) 10-6Frp vs. traditional materialsTraditional building materials have their place. But for harsh, corrosive environments, FRP is a smart choice. Here’s how FRP compares to several traditional options.beFore AFter7P R O F O R M S ® & P R O P L A T E ® S T R U C T U R A L F R P P R O d U C T SFrp CompositesPultruded GFRPsteel A 709 Grade 50Aluminum6061-T651 & 6061-T6Wood Douglas FirstiFFnessup to 3.3 times as rigid as timber. Will not permanently deform under working load.Modulus of elasticity:2.8 x 106 psiModulus of elasticity:29 x 106 psiModulus of elasticity:10 x 106 psiModulus of elasticity:up to 1.6-1.8 x 106 psi*impACt resistAnCeWill not permanently deform under impact. Glass mat in pultruded parts distributes impact load to prevent surface damage, even in subzero temperatures.Can permanently deform under impact.Easily deforms under impact.Can permanently deform or break under impact.environmentAL impACtnot hazardous to the environment. Not hazardous. Not hazardous.May be treated with hazardous preservatives or coatings to increase corrosion/rot/insect resistance. Contributes to depletion of forest systems.CoLorColor is molded through; no painting required. Variety of colors available.Must be painted for color, and may require repainting over time.Colors require prefinishes, anodic coatings and paints. Mechanical, chemical and electroplated finishes can be applied.Must be primed and painted for color, and may require repainting over time.CostLower installation costs, less maintenance and longer product life allow for a lower lifecycle cost.Lower initial material cost. Part price comparable to FRP.Has a lower initial cost, but usually requires more maintenance and replacement.emi/rFi trAnspArenCytransparent to radio waves and emi/rFi transmissions. Used for radar and antennae enclosures and supports.Can interfere with EMI/RFI transmissions.Highly reflective to EMI/RFI transmissions. Transparent.FAbriCAtionCan be field-fabricated using simple carpenter’s tools with carbon or diamond tip blades — no torches or welding required. Light weight allows easier transport and installation.Often requires welding and cutting torches. Heavier material requires special equipment to erect and install.Good machinability (welding, brazing, soldering or mechanical joining). Can be field-fabricated using simple carpenter’s tools. *12% moisture contentCompare the numbers ...propertyFrp CompositesPultruded GFRPsteel A 709 Grade 50Aluminum6061-T651 & 6061-T6WoodDouglas FirDensity (lb/ft3) 107-120 490 169 30Tensile Strength (psi) 30,000 (LW) 7,000 (CW) 65,000 45,000 —Tensile Modulus (x 106 psi) 2.8 (LW) 1 (CW) 30 10 —Flexural Strength (psi) 30,000 (LW) 10,000 (CW) 65,000 45,000 12,000Flexural Modulus (x 106 psi) 1.8 (LW) 0.8 (CW) 30 10 1.6 - 1.8Thermal Conductivity (BTU in. /(hr ft2 °F)) 4 323 1,160 0.8Thermal Expansion (x 10-6 in./in./°F) 7 to 8 6 to 8 13 1.7 to 2.5LW = Lengthwise / CW = CrosswiseReferences: 1. Datasheets from www.matweb.com 2. Wood Handbook: Wood as an Engineering Material8typical Coupon propertiesThe following table shows test results for typical coupon properties of PROForms® and PROPlate® structural fiberglass profiles (Standard, Fire Retardant and Vinylester shapes). Properties are derived per the ASTM test method shown. Synthetic surfacing veil and ultraviolet inhibitors are standard.Astm test method unitspoLy-ester shApesvinyL-ester shApesrod & bArpoLyester pLAte vinyLester pLAte1/8"3/16"-1/4"3/8"-1" 1/8"3/16"-1/4"3/8"-1"meChAniCAL properties (minimum ultimate)Tensile Stress, LW D-638psi 30,000 30,000 100,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000N/mm2 206.8 206.8 689 137.9 137.9 137.9 137.9 137.9 137.9Tensile Stress, CW D-638psi 7,000 7,000 7,500 10,000 10,000 7,500 10,000 10,000N/mm2 48.2 48.2 51.7 68.9 68.9 51.7 68.9 68.9Tensile Modulus, LW D-638106 psi 2.5 2.6 6.0 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8KN/mm2 17.2 17.9 41.3 12.4 12.4 12.4 12.4 12.4 12.4Tensile Modulus, CW D-638106 psi 0.8 0.8 0.7 0.9 1.4 1.0 1.0 1.4KN/mm2 5.5 5.5 4.8 6.2 9.6 6.9 6.9 9.6Compressive Stress, LW D-695psi 30,000 30,000 60,000 24,000 24,000 24,000 24,000 24,000 24,000N/mm2 206.8 206.8 413.6 165.4 165.4 165.4 165.4 165.4 165.4Compressive Stress, CW D-695psi 15,000 16,000 15,500 16,500 20,000 16,500 17,500 20,000N/mm2 103.4 110.3 106.8 113.7 137.9 113.79 120.6 137.9Compressive Modulus, LW D-695106 psi 2.5 2.6 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8KN/mm2 17.2 17.9 12.4 12.4 12.4 12.4 12.4 12.4Compressive Modulus, CWD-695106 psi 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0KN/mm2 6.9 6.9 6.9 6.9 6.9 6.9 6.9 6.9Flexural Stress, LW D-790psi 30,000 30,000 100,000 35,000 35,000 30,000 35,000 35,000 30,000N/mm2 206.8 206.8 689 241.3 241.3 206.8 241.3 241.3 206.8Flexural Stress, CW D-790psi 10,000 10,000 13,000 15,000 18,000 13,000 15,000 18,000N/mm2 68.9 68.9 89.6 103.4 124.1 89.6 103.4 124.1Flexural Modulus, LW D-790106 psi 1.8 2.2 6.0 1.8 2.0 2.0 1.8 2.0 2.0KN/mm2 11.0 11.0 41.9 12.4 13.8 13.8 12.4 13.8 13.8Flexural Modulus, CW D-790106 psi 0.8 0.8 0.9 1.1 1.4 1.0 1.1 1.4KN/mm2 5.5 5.5 6.2 7.6 9.6 6.2 7.6 9.6Modulus of Elasticity, EFull Section106 psi 2.6 2.8KN/mm2 17.9 19.3Modulus of Elasticity, E ( W & I Shapes > 4")Full Section106 psi 2.5 2.5KN/mm2 17.2 17.2Shear Modulus, LWFull Section106 psi 0.425 0.425KN/mm2 2.9 2.9Short Beam Shear, LW D-2344psi 4,500 4,500 8,000N/mm2 31.0 31.0 55.2Ultimate Bearing Stress, LW & CWD-953psi 30,000 30,000 32,000 32,000 32,000 32,000 32,000 32,000N/mm2 206.8 206.8 220.6 220.6 220.6 220.6 220.6 220.6Poisson’s Ratio, LW D-3039in./in. 0.33 0.33 0.31 0.31 0.31 0.31 0.31 0.31mm/mm 0.33 0.33 0.31 0.31 0.31 0.31 0.31 0.31Notched Izod Impact, LW D-256ft.-lbs./in. 25 25 40 18.5 20 20 18.5 20 20J/mm 1.28 1.28 2.04 0.94 1.02 1.02 0.94 1.02 1.02Notched Izod Impact, CW D-256ft.-lbs./in. 4 4 5 5 5 5 5 5J/mm 0.2 0.2 0.26 0.26 0.26 0.26 0.26 0.269P R O F O R M S ® & P R O P L A T E ® S T R U C T U R A L F R P P R O d U C T SAstm test method unitspoLy-ester shApesvinyL-ester shApesrod & bArpoLyester pLAte vinyLester pLAte1/8"3/16"-1/4"3/8"-1" 1/8"3/16"-1/4"3/8"-1"physiCAL propertiesBarcol Hardness D-2583 — 45 45 50 40 40 40 40 40 4024-Hour Water Absorption D-570 % max., by wt. 0.60 0.60 0.25 0.60 0.60 0.60 0.60 0.60 0.60Density D-792lbs./in.3 .062-.070 .062-.070 .072-.0760.60-0.680.60-0.680.60-0.680.60-0.680.60-0.680.60-0.6810-3g/mm3 1.72-1.94 1.72-1.94 1.99-2.101.66-1.881.66-1.881.66-1.881.66-1.881.66-1.881.66-1.88Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (Typical), LWD-69610-6 in./in./°F 7.0 7.0 5.0 8.0 8.0 8.0 8.0 8.0 8.010-6mm/mm/°C 1.2 1.2 5.45 14.5 14.5 14.5 14.5 14.5 14.5Thermal Conductivity C-177BTU/sf/hr/°F/in. 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4W-m/m2/ °C 0.58 0.58 0.58 0.58 0.58 0.58 0.58 0.58 0.58eLeCtriCAL properties (based on polyester and vinylester resin systems)Arc Resistance, LW D-495 seconds 120Dielectric Strength, LW D-149 kv/in. 35Dielectric Strength, PF D-149 volts/mil. 200Dielectric Strength, PF D-150 @60hz 5FLAmmAbiLity properties (based on fire retardant polyester and fire retardant vinylester resin systems)Flammability Classification (1/8")UL 94 VOTunnel Test E-84 25 max.NBS Smoke Chamber E-662E-662 600-700Flammability D-635 Self ExtinguishingLW=Lengthwise CW=Crosswise PF=Perpendicular to Laminate Face10propertiesAstm test method unitsvALuediameter – threads per inch (unC)3/8-16 1/2-13 5/8-11 3/4-10 1-8Ultimate Transverse Shear (Double Shear) B-565lb. 4,200 6,800 10,000 13,400 24,000N 18,683 30,248 44,482 59,606 106,757 Longitudinal Compressive Strength D-695psi 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000MPa 345 345 345 345 345Flexural Strength D-790psi 70,000 70,000 70,000 70,000 70,000MPa 483 483 483 483 483D-790psi x 106 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5GPa 17.2 17.2 17.2 17.2 17.2Flammability D-635 Self-extinguishingFire Retardant E-84 Class 1Water Absorption (24 Hour Immersion) D-570 % max. 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.8Longitudinal Coefficient of Thermal Expansion D-69610-6 in./in./°F 6 6 6 6 610-6 mm/mm/°C 11 11 11 11 11typical properties of threaded rod/nutsOur threaded rod and nuts are manufactured using premium vinylester resin containing UV inhibitors. The properties listed below are the result of the ASTM test method indicated.11P R O F O R M S ® & P R O P L A T E ® S T R U C T U R A L F R P P R O d U C T SpropertiesAstm test method unitsvALuediameter – threads per inch (unC)3/8-16 1/2-13 5/8-11 3/4-10 1-8Ultimate Thread Shear (Using Fiberglass Nut) —lb. 1,200 2,400 3,600 4,000 8,200N 5,338 10,676 16,014 17,793 36,475 Ultimate Torque Strength (Fiberglass Nut Lubricated with SAE 10W30 Motor Oil)—ft.-lb. 8 16 35 50 110N-m 11 22 47 68 149Rod Weight —lb./ft. 0.09 0.15 0.24 0.34 0.52g/m 40.82 68.03 108.86 154.22 235.86Nut Weight —lb. 0.02 0.03 0.04 0.07 0.13grams 9.07 13.60 18.14 31.75 58.96Nut Dimensions (Hex Nut Height) —in. 0.75 0.875 1.25 1.5 1.75mm 19.1 22.2 31.8 38.1 44.5Color Gray12AnGLeSIzE IN INCHES LBS./LIN. FT.1 x 1 x 1/8 0.1911/4 x 1/8 0.2311/2 x 11/2 x 3/16 0.4611/2 x 11/2 x 14 0.542 x 2 x 1/4 0.753 x 3 x 1/4 1.163 x 3 x 3/8 1.623 x 3 x 1/2 2.094 x 4 x 1/4 1.504 x 4 x 3/8 2.214 x 4 x 1/2 2.926 x 6 x 3/8 3.356 x 6 x 1/2 4.556 x 4 x 1/2 3.63round tubeSIzE IN INCHES LBS./LIN. FT.1 x .100 0.251 x 1/8 0.2811/2 x 1/8 0.3811/2 x 1/4 0.7913/4 x 1/8 0.5413/4 x 1/4 0.972 x 1/8 0.572 x 1/4 1.033 x .100 0.703 x 1/4 1.723 x 1/2 3.134.89 x 1/8 1.814.89 x .195 2.136 x 1/4 1.72ChAnneLSIzE IN INCHES LBS./LIN. FT.2 x 9/16 x 1/8 0.283 x 7/8 x 1/4 0.803 x 1 x 1/4 0.853 x 11/2 x 3/16 0.813 x 11/2 x 1/4 1.0331/2 x 11/2 x 3/16 0.904 x 11/8 x 1/4 1.144 x 13/8 x 3/16 0.935 x 13/8 x 1/4 1.3751/2 x 11/2 x 1/4 1.556 x 15/8 x 1/4 1.696 x 111/16 x 3/8 2.418 x 23/16 x 1/4 2.318 x 23/16 x 3/8 3.2410 x 23/4 x 1/2 5.5512 x 3 x 1/2 6.2414 x 31/2 x 3/4 10.9718 x 21/2 x 3/8 6.50squAre tubeSIzE IN INCHES LBS./LIN. FT.1 x 1 x 1/8 0.3411/4 x 11/4 x 1/4 0.7411/2 x 11/2 x 1/8 0.5311/2 x 11/2 x 1/4 0.9713/4 x 13/4 x 1/8 0.5813/4 x 13/4 x 1/4 1.092 x 2 x 1/8 0.712 x 2 x 1/4 1.3521/8 x 21/8 x 3/16 0.7121/4 x 21/4 x 1/8 0.8621/4 x 21/4 x 1/4 1.6721/2 x 21/2 x 1/4 1.763 x 3 x 1/8 1.093 x 3 x 1/4 2.113 x 3 x 3/8 2.9931/2 x 31/2 x 1/4 2.604 x 4 x 1/4 2.964 x 4 x 3/8 4.326 x 6 x 1/4 4.356 x 6 x 3/8 6.54Wide FLAnGe (WF) beAmSIzE IN INCHES LBS./LIN. FT.3 x 3 x 1/4 1.714 x 4 x 1/4 2.336 x 6 x 1/4 3.496 x 6 x 3/8 5.298 x 8 x 3/8 6.928 x 8 x 1/2 8.8510 x 10 x 3/8 8.5410 x 10 x 1/2 11.0812 x 12 x 1/2 13.43i-beAmSIzE IN INCHES LBS./LIN. FT.3 x 11/2 x 1/4 1.1031/2 x 11/2 x 3/16 0.974 x 2 x 1/4 1.5651/2 x 2 x 1/2 x 1/4 1.586 x 3 x 1/4 2.346 x 3 x 3/8 3.658 x 4 x 3/8 4.428 x 4 x 1/2 5.7010 x 5 x 3/8 5.6710 x 5 x 1/2 7.3912 x 6 x 1/2 8.9118 x 41/2 x 12 8.5124 x 71/2 x 3/4 15.49reCtAnGuLAr tubeSIzE IN INCHES LBS./LIN. FT.4 x 1 x 1/8 0.9243/8 x 13/8 x 1/8 1.164 x 11/8 x 2 x 1/4 2.214 x 2 x 1/4 2.215 x 2 x 1/8 1.2151/2 x 31/2 x 1/4 3.096 x 4 x 1/4 3.7761/2 x 2 x 1/2 3.56propLAte® FLAt sheetSIzE IN INCHES LBS./Sq. FT.21/2 x 3/16 0.373 x 1/4 0.573 x 3/8 0.933 x 1/2 1.064 x 1/8 0.394 x 1/4 0.764 x 3/8 1.154 x 1/2 1.536 x 1/4 1.246 x 1/2 2.259 x 1/4 1.8610 x 1/4 2.0211 x 1/4 2.2612 x 1/4 2.4620 x 1/4 4.0124 x 1/4 4.8736 x 1/4 7.4948 x 1/8 1.3048 x 3/16 1.8848 x 1/4 2.4948 x 3/8 3.5148 x 1/2 4.8748 x 5/8 5.8648 x 3/4 6.7248 x 1 8.65proForms® Availability13P R O F O R M S ® & P R O P L A T E ® S T R U C T U R A L F R P P R O d U C T Sround rodSIzE IN INCHES LBS./LIN. FT.1/8 0.013/16 0.021/4 0.045/16 0.073/8 0.101/2 0.165/8 0.273/4 0.387/8 0.521 0.6811/4 1.0711/2 1.532 2.56sLudGe FLiGhtsSIzE IN INCHES LBS./LIN FT.3 x 6 (ANGLE) 1.283 x 8 (ANGLE) 1.663 x 6 (CHANNEL) 1.373 x 8 (CHANNEL) 1.50squAre bArSIzE IN INCHES LBS./LIN. FT.1 x 1 0.8111/4 x 11/4 1.1311/21 x 11/2 1.872 x 2 3.32threAded rodSIzE IN INCHES LBS./LIN. FT.3/8 -16 UNC 0.091/2 -13 UNC 0.155/8 -11 UNC 0.243/4 -10 UNC 0.341/8 UNC 0.52Threaded Rod available in 48" & 96" lengths. embedment AnGLeSIzE IN INCHES LBS./LIN. FT.1 x 11/2 x 1/4 0.9511/2 x 11/2 x 1/4 1.072 x 11/2 x 1/4 1.15threshoLdSIzE IN INCHES LBS./LIN. FT.51/2 x 1/4 1.07heX nutsSIzE IN INCHES LBS./LIN. FT.3/8 -16 UNC 0.021/2 -13 UNC 0.025/8 -11 UNC 0.043/4 -10 UNC 0.071/8 UNC 0.13hAndrAiL ConneCtorsSIzE IN INCHES LBS./PIECE11/4 90° fixed 0.8711/2 90° fixed 1.3211/4 adjustable 0.8711/2 adjustable 1.32LAdder runGSIzE IN INCHES LBS./LIN. FT.11/4 x .16 0.50Corner CoLumnSIzE IN INCHES LBS./LIN. FT.73/4 x 73/4 x 3/8 8.81deCK boArdSIzE IN INCHES LBS./LIN. FT.12 x 21/8 2.9724 x 11/8 4.6124 x 11/2 5.96door FrAmeSIzE IN INCHES LBS./LIN. FT.5 3/4 x 25/8 x 3/16 1.68boX beAm — 16"SIzE IN INCHES LBS./LIN. FT.16 x 4 x 3/8 11.41buiLdinG pAneL – 12"/24"SIzE IN INCHES LBS./LIN. FT.12 x 125/32 x 3/32 2.6724 x 21/2 x 1/4 13.31Center CoLumnSIzE IN INCHES LBS./LIN. FT.73/4 x 103/4 x 3/8 10.68toe pLAteSIzE IN INCHES LBS./LIN. FT.4 x 5/8 x 1/8 0.4914Fabricating With FrpPROForms® and PROPlate® structural shapes are designed to provide superior mechanical properties and corrosion resistance. These products, combined with our PROGrid® and PROGrate® grating, are often used to fabricate structures such as stair/handrail assemblies, ladders, walkways and more. Our manufacturing headquarters includes a state-of-the-art fabrication facility, so we can cut, drill and assemble profiles to your specs or ship them ready to assemble in the field.FasteningThere are many ways to fasten FRP to FRP or FRP to other materials, including riveted, screwed, and bolt-and-nut connections. Bolts and threaded holes are also possible (bonding in place is recommended), as well as lag screws when fastening profiles to wood.AdhesivesAdhesives can also provide a very strong bond between two FRP shapes or between FRP and other structural materials. For best results, the mating surfaces must be properly prepared, and the recommended type of adhesive must be used. Adhesive should also be applied in a controlled environment, as air temperature and humidity can adversely affect the cure.Frp preparationAlmost all fabrication methods currently used for wood, aluminum and steel are available for the fabrication of our FRP building materials. PROForm® and PROPlate® products can be sawed, drilled, routed, punched and turned using standard metalworking equipment. Shearing is only recommended on material 3/16" or thinner. Diamond-coated or carbide saw blades and bits are recommended, as well as properly sharpened tools for faster speeds and less wear on tools.Cutting tipsWhen performing any cutting operation, use light, evenly applied pressure. Excessive pressure tends to clog the blade with dust particles, and this will shorten the life of the blade. Cutting speed is very important. Cutting too fast will fray the edge of the material and may cause it to turn black.t o L e A r n m o r e A b o u t F A b r i C A t i n G W i t h F r p, p L e A s e C o n t A C t u s .15P R O F O R M S ® & P R O P L A T E ® S T R U C T U R A L F R P P R O d U C T SWe alSO Offer frP GratinGPROGrid® molded FRP grating and PROGrate® pultruded FRP grating are also available in a wide range of sizes to fit your application. These products are ideal for stairways, platforms, walkways and many other applications and are the perfect complement to our PROForms® structural product line.PrODuctS aVailaBle PROGrid® molded grating PROGrate® pultruded grating Heavy duty pultruded grating High load capacity molded grating ADA, VGBA and food grade grating Phenolic grating Stair treads and stair tread covers Fasteners Grating pedestalsenvironmental composites | 4250 lake inDuStrial BlVD., taVareS, fl 32778PHOne: 352-343-3449 | WeB: WWW.eci1uSa.cOmThe photographs and/or drawings in this literature are for illustrative purposes only. While every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this data, we are not responsible for any errors or omissions contained on these pages. Please verify any information in question with a sales representative. We reserve the right to make changes in specifications without notice and without incurring obligation. © 2013 All rights reserved. 02/13