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EXTREN®
(Fiberglass Shapes & Plate)
Extren
is a proprietary combination of fiberglass reinforcements and thermosetting
polyester or vinyl ester resin systems. It is produced in more than 100
standard shapes with all shapes having a surface veil to protect against
glass fibers penetrating the resin surface in service and to increase
corrosion and UV resistance.
Extren is offered in three series designed for different environments and applications.
- SERIES 500 - An all-purpose series utilizing an isophthalic polyester resin system. Color: Olive Green
- SERIES 525 - An all-purpose series utilizing a fire retardant isophthalic polyester resin system with a UV inhibitor. Color: Haze Gray (plus certain handrail and fixed ladder components in yellow)
- SERIES 625 - A premium series both fire retardant and highly corrosion resistant utilizing a vinyl ester resin system with a UV inhibitor. Color: Beige
Features
and Benefits
- Corrosion Resistant
- Non-Conductive
- Thermally and Electrically Non-Magnetic
- Electromagnetic Transparency
- Lightweight High Strength
- Dimensionally Stable
- Low Maintenance
- Custom Colors Available
Markets
- Chemical Processing
- Building Construction
- Food & Beverage Pulp & Paper
- Water/Wastewater
- Appliance/Equipment
- Electrical/Electrical Utility
- Transportation
Joining
Extren can be fastened mechanically with screws, bolts or rivets. FIBREBOLT® fiberglass studs and hex nuts (available from Strongwell) can also be used with Extren.
Extren can be joined by adhesives. The strongest connections can be made by using a combination of mechanical fasteners with adhesives. Suggested fabrication techniques for Extren are covered in Strongwell's Extren Fabrication and Repair Manual.
Material Preparation
Extren shapes and plate can be sawed, drilled, routed and turned on a lathe or other machine tool. Punching should be limited to thicknesses of 3/16" and under. Carbide or diamond-tipped saw blades and tool bits are recommended for faster speeds and longer tool life. Cut edges should always be sealed. Extren cannot be bent, rolled or pressed, as can steel.
Availability List
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Equal
Leg
Angles |
I-Beams
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Wide
Flange
Beams |
Channels
|
Plate
|
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1
x 1/8
1-1/4 x 3/16 1-1/2 x 3/16 1-1/2 x 1/8 1-1/2 x 1/4 2 x 3/16 2 x 1/4 3 x 1/4 3 x 3/8 4 x 1/4 4 x 3/8 4 x 1/2 6 x 1/2 |
3
x 1-1/2 x 1/4
4 x 2 x 1/4 8 x 4 x 3/8 |
3
x 1/4
4 x 1/4 6 x 1/4 6 x 3/8 8 x 3/8 10 x 3/8 (32' lg.) |
2
x 9/16 x 1/8
3 x 7/8 x 1/4 4 x 1-3/8 x 3/16 4 x 1-1/8 x 1/4 5 x 1-3/8 x 1/4 6 x 1-5/8 x 1/4 8 x 2-3/16 x 3/8 10 x 2-3/4 x 1/2 (24' lg.) |
1/8
3/16 1/4 3/8 1/2 3/4 |
|
Round
Tube |
Square
Tube |
Rectangular
Tube |
Square
Bar-
Thermal Cure Clear |
Rod-Thermal
Cure Clear |
|
1
x 1/8
1-1/4 x 1/8 1-1/2 x 1/8 1-1/2 x 1/4 2 x 1/8 2 x 1/4 2-1/2 x 1/4 3 x 1/4 |
1
x 1/8
2-1/2 x 1/4
3 x 1/4 |
4
x 1/8 x 2 x 1/4
|
1/2
5/8 3/4 1 1-1/4 1-1/2 |
1/4 |
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