Composite materials are often called glass-fiber reinforced plastic or glass-fiber reinforced plastic – abbreviated GFK. The name already indicates that this working material consists of various components, such as resin and reinforcing materials, such as glass, carbon or natural fibers. By combining the individual components, better properties are achieved collectively than each individual working material could achieve on its own.

Glass fiber reinforced plastics (GFRP) represent lightweight production or lightweight construction. GFRP is often used with the aim of reducing weight as much as possible in order to save costs, energy or raw materials. Increasing payloads is also an argument for lightweight construction. Due to the low weight, fiber-reinforced composite materials with low density and high mechanical properties are primarily used.

Pores, scratches and fiber punctures in GRP components can be filled with resin again. Small grooves, worn edges, rough surfaces or exposed fibers can therefore be closed again, thus ensuring protection against environmental influences once again.

• Due to their permanently high stability and absolute corrosion resistance, GRP products are extremely safe
• The permanent resistance to atmospheric influences enables long-term use outdoors
• The low weight is an advantage, especially during transport and assembly
• Due to the smooth inner and outer walls, GRP products are easy to clean
• GRP products are absolutely resistant to UV radiation
• GRP products react very well to fire and are very chemically resistant
• Temperature resistance from –30 °C to +40 °C