GRP is a polymer substance that uses glass fibre (also known by its trade name fibreglass) to been reinforce it. GRP is used in a a wide variety of applications including the construction of boats, roofing materials and display sculptures. Where GRP has been found to be exceptionally valuable is in commercial and environmental applications, including the construction of large water storage tanks. The light weight material allows for a rapid, modular manufacture process that results in a product which is both light-weight and easy to transport.
GRP tanks offer a cost-effective alternative to conventional steel tank structures and, as a result, are steadily becoming the choice of preference in low-cost housing developments, agricultural applications, as well as commercial and domestic projects.
Glass reinforced plastic is manufactured using moulds. The first step in creating a GRP tank involves laying down a slip coat which ensures that the polymer used to … Read the rest