Pultruded fiberglass structural profiles

FRP Profiles for Corrosion-Resistant Structures

Pultruded fiberglass angles, channels, tubes, rods, flat strips and custom sections for industrial platforms, handrails, frames and non-metallic structures.

Standard and custom cross-sections
Resin and colour options
Cutting and drilling from drawings

Request a Factory Quote Send Your Profile Drawing

Pultruded constructionContinuous fibre-reinforced profiles

Corrosion focusResin reviewed for the environment

Electrical propertiesNon-metallic material by grade

Custom processingCut lengths, holes and notches

FRP pultrusion production line manufacturing structural profiles

Product Overview

What Are Pultruded FRP Profiles?

FRP profiles are constant-cross-section components made by pulling continuous fiberglass reinforcement through resin and a forming die. The resulting pultruded shapes are commonly used where corrosion resistance, low maintenance or electrical insulation is more important than using conventional metal sections.

Profile performance depends on cross-section, fibre architecture, resin, surface veil, span, connections and service environment. Final structural use must follow project engineering and grade-specific data.

Angles and channels
Square/rectangular tubes
Round tubes and rods
Flat strips and bars
Custom pultruded sections
Cut-to-length processing

Discuss Your Requirement

Profile Range

Select the Required Cross-Section

Send section dimensions, wall thickness, cut length, quantity and application for an accurate review.

FRP Angles

Equal or unequal angle profiles for frames, brackets, edging and structural assemblies.

FramesSupports

FRP Channels

U- and C-type channel sections for supports, rails, frames and equipment structures.

ChannelsRails

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Square & Rectangular Tubes

Closed hollow sections for handrails, posts, frames and modular assemblies.

PostsFrames

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Round Tubes & Rods

Circular hollow or solid profiles for handles, supports, spacers and fabricated parts.

TubesRods

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Flat Strips & Bars

Flat pultruded sections for bracing, backing, covers and reinforcement components.

StripsBars

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Custom Profiles

Project-specific cross-sections evaluated for tooling, fibre placement, tolerance and order volume.

OEMTooling

Specification Guide

FRP Profile Purchasing Specifications

Use a section drawing and performance requirements instead of relying on a generic profile name.

Item	Options to discuss	Buyer confirmation
Profile type	Angle, channel, tube, rod, strip or custom section	Dimensioned cross-section drawing
Dimensions	Outside dimensions, legs, wall thickness and radii	Nominal size and tolerance
Length	Production lengths or cut-to-length pieces	Finished length, tolerance and quantity
Resin system	General-purpose or exposure-specific resin options	Chemicals, concentration, temperature and duration
Reinforcement	Continuous rovings, mats and veil by profile design	Mechanical and directional load requirements
Colour	Standard or referenced project colours where feasible	Colour sample and quantity
Surface	Resin-rich veil, smooth or project-specific finish	UV, wear, handling and appearance needs
Fabrication	Cutting, holes, slots, notches and assembly review	Part drawing and tolerances
Fire performance	Grade-specific options where available	Exact standard, rating and report
Packing	Bundles, racks, crates, labels and container plan	Handling limits and destination

Engineering note: FRP profiles are anisotropic composite components. Allowable loads, spans, connections and safety factors must be established from the exact profile properties, load direction, support conditions, environment and applicable design standards.

Material Selection

Match the Profile to Its Environment

Chemical Exposure

Identify every chemical, concentration, temperature, splash/immersion condition and cleaning method.

Outdoor Weathering

Confirm UV exposure, climate, colour-retention expectation and surface protection requirements.

Electrical Environment

State insulation, conductivity, tracking or project-specific electrical performance requirements.

Structural Loads

Provide load direction, span, support, connection detail, deflection limit and safety requirements.

Temperature Range

Define continuous and short-term operating temperatures plus thermal-cycling conditions.

Fire Requirement

Specify the exact test standard and rating; do not use broad terms such as “fireproof.”

Applications

Where Pultruded FRP Profiles Are Used

Platforms & Walkways

Structural framing and support members for selected industrial access systems.

Handrails & Ladders

Tubes, channels and angles used in non-metallic safety-access assemblies.

Wastewater Facilities

Frames, supports and rails exposed to humidity, gases and treatment chemicals.

Chemical Plants

Profiles selected around defined fumes, splash, temperature and maintenance conditions.

Electrical Infrastructure

Non-metallic supports, cable-management components and equipment framing by grade.

Cooling Towers & Marine

Structural and support profiles reviewed for wet, salt-laden and outdoor environments.

Material Comparison

FRP Profiles vs Steel and Aluminium

Selection factor	FRP profile	Steel profile	Aluminium profile
Corrosion	Resin-dependent resistance; verify environment	Usually needs suitable coating/protection	Good in many environments; verify specific chemicals
Weight	Lower density than common metals	Higher density	Lower density than steel
Electrical behaviour	Non-metallic; grade-specific properties	Conductive	Conductive
Directional properties	Anisotropic composite; fibre direction matters	Generally isotropic for design purposes	Generally isotropic for design purposes
Fabrication	Cut/drill with composite controls and dust management	Weld, cut and drill	Machine, cut and join
Key design check	Profile data, deflection, connections and environment	Corrosion, weight and coating maintenance	Alloy, galvanic contact, loads and temperature

Custom Processing

Profiles Supplied Ready for Assembly

Profiles can be quoted as production lengths or as processed components. Provide a part drawing and assembly context so holes, notches and tolerances can be reviewed.

Cut-to-length pieces
Mitre and angle cuts
Drilled holes
Slots and notches
Part marking
Kit-based packing
Simple assembly review
Export bundling

Submit a Drawing

Pultruded FRP structural profiles inspected and bundled for shipment

Custom Tooling

Information Required for a New Profile

Section Drawing

Provide complete geometry, wall thicknesses, radii, tolerances and critical surfaces.

Performance

State loads, spans, environment, fire, electrical and dimensional requirements.

Volume

Provide annual demand, first-order quantity, cut lengths and delivery schedule.

Approval

Agree tooling, sample inspection, tests, change control and production acceptance.

RFQ Checklist

Request an FRP profile quotation

Send the cross-section and service conditions so the factory can review the shape, resin, processing and packing.

Send Your RFQ Upload Profile Drawing

Please include

Profile type
Section drawing
Dimensions/tolerances
Cut length
Resin requirement
Colour/surface
Application
Loads and supports
Exposure conditions
Quantity
Required documents
Destination port

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Frequently Asked Questions

FRP Profile FAQ

What FRP profile shapes are available?

Common categories include angles, channels, square and rectangular tubes, round tubes, rods, flat strips and bars. Exact sizes and availability should be confirmed from the current profile list.

Can you manufacture a custom pultruded profile?

Custom sections can be evaluated. Provide a complete cross-section drawing, tolerances, performance requirements, annual volume, cut lengths and service environment for tooling review.

Which resin should be selected for chemical exposure?

Selection depends on the exact chemical, concentration, temperature, contact type, duration, mechanical load and cleaning method. Submit the full environment rather than a general “corrosion-resistant” request.

Can FRP profiles be cut and drilled?

Cutting, holes, slots and notches can be reviewed from a part drawing. Dimensions, tolerances, edge distances, dust controls, surface protection and packing must be agreed.

Are FRP profiles structural?

Many pultruded shapes are used in structural assemblies, but capacity is profile- and direction-specific. The responsible engineer must verify loads, spans, deflection, connections, environment and safety factors.

Are FRP profiles electrically insulating?

FRP is non-metallic, but electrical properties vary by resin, reinforcement, moisture, temperature, contamination and test method. Confirm the exact required property and grade-specific data.

What information is required for a quotation?

Provide profile type, drawing, dimensions, tolerance, length, resin, colour, surface, application, loads, exposure, fabrication, quantity, documentation, packing and destination.