METAL GRATING VERSUS FIBREGLASS or FRP: Comparison

Despite the tempting initial price of metal gratings (or traditional gratings) which are often chosen in a hurry on the sole basis of their apparent economic benefits, in the long term they involve costs which have a negative effect on the investment:

• Safety-related costs:
  Due to the poor slip-resistance of metal gratings when water, grease, oil, ice etc. are present.
  Disadvantages: Accidents at work, risk of injury to personnel and consequent reduction in company profitability.
• Maintenance costs and low chemical resistance of the material:
  Rapid corrosion even in conditions of minimal chemical aggression, leading to a need for frequent replacement
• Manpower costs for installation and transport:
  Greater physical effort and the use of lifting equipment for the installation and movement of metal gratings due to their weight which is 3 times more than that of fibreglass gratings; this also has a negative impact on transport costs
• Cost of shaping, cutting and drilling.

EUROGRATE® fibreglass gratings, by contrast, prove to be an excellent investment because they are characterised by:

• Long-lasting corrosion resistance even in harsh conditions (immersion, or continuous contact) with very aggressive products (e.g. sulphuric or hydrochloric acid)
• Guarantee of markedly greater safety, even in extreme conditions (grease, oil, or waxes) ensured by the special permanent anti-slip surface (DIN standard 51130 class R13-V10)
• Lightweight, simple to install and remove, easy to move
• Zero maintenance, easy to cut and shape
• Characteristics of internal resilience which alleviate the backache typical of personnel who spend a long time crossing or standing on gratings (ergonomics) resulting in increased profitability
• Thermal and non-magnetic insulation characteristics: Excellent thermal and electrical insulation with no need for earthing (antistatic and conductive versions available on request)
• Self-extinguishing properties of the resins and low toxicity of halogen-free fumes: Maximum safety in all environments and protection of personnel in the event of fire.
• Find out about the characteristics of fibreglass gratings on the next page!

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