Fiberglass grating can be a practical choice for industrial and commercial projects that require durable, secure footing in challenging environments. Compared with steel and other traditional materials, fiberglass is lightweight, corrosion resistant, nonconductive, and nonmagnetic. At Drexel Supply Co., we offer two CorGrate® product series designed for buyers who need dependable walking surfaces in settings such as chemical plants, marine environments, electrical applications, working platforms, and industrial walkways.
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Why Consider Fiberglass for an Industrial Project?
Choosing grating involves more than finding a surface that covers an open area. Buyers also need to consider where the material will be installed and what conditions it may encounter. Moisture, chemicals, electrical equipment, and demanding daily use can all influence whether the material is appropriate.
Fiberglass grating offers a useful combination of strength, durability, and corrosion resistance. Its nonconductive and nonmagnetic properties can make the material valuable for electrical applications or other settings where traditional metal materials may not be the preferred fit. Its lightweight construction is another practical characteristic for teams comparing different options.
At Drexel Supply Co. , we carry both molded and pultruded fiberglass products. Understanding how their designs differ can help purchasing teams, contractors, and project planners identify which fiberglass grating series better reflects their requirements.
CorGrate® Molded SM Series
The CorGrate® Molded SM Series uses a square-mesh design. Its molded construction provides uniform strength and bar spacing in both directions. The series also has a high resin-to-glass ratio designed to provide strong protection against corrosion.
For walking safety, this fiberglass grating has a meniscus, or concave, top surface that enhances skid resistance. Buyers who require additional traction can also request an optional grit surface at an added cost.
The Molded SM Series may be worth considering when a project calls for:
- Uniform strength in both directions
- Consistent square-mesh bar spacing
- Strong corrosion protection
- A skid-resistant fiberglass walking surface
- Optional grit for additional traction
These characteristics make the series relevant for demanding applications where strength, corrosion resistance, and secure footing are important parts of material selection.
CorGrate® Pultruded FW Series
Drexel Supply Co. also supplies the CorGrate® Pultruded FW Series. FW stands for Flush Top Wide Flange. This pultruded fiberglass series combines strength with corrosion protection and is positioned as a cost-effective, reliable option for various industrial needs.
FW fiberglass sections are available with either 40% or 60% open area. Their flush-top crossbars help create a strong and secure walking surface, making this fiberglass grating particularly suitable for working platforms and industrial walkways. The flush configuration is one of the series’ primary differences from non-flush bar products.
For buyers, the available open-area options and flush-top design provide clear factors to discuss when determining whether this pultruded fiberglass product suits the planned walking surface.
Questions to Consider Before Choosing a Series
Neither CorGrate® series should be selected solely because it falls within the fiberglass category. Buyers should first define the conditions and priorities of the application. Helpful questions include:
- Is uniform strength in both directions important?
- Does the fiberglass walking surface require additional skid resistance?
- Would an optional grit surface be beneficial?
- Does the project require 40% or 60% open area?
- Is a flush-top walking surface preferred?
- Will the fiberglass material face a harsh or corrosion-prone environment?
Clear answers make it easier to compare the square-mesh molded fiberglass design with the Flush Top Wide Flange construction of the pultruded series.
Choose Grating Based on the Application
The right fiberglass grating depends on the environment, walking-surface requirements, desired open area, and preferred construction. Drexel Supply Co. offers the CorGrate® Molded SM and Pultruded FW fiberglass series for industrial and commercial buyers seeking strength, durability, corrosion resistance, and secure footing. Comparing these fiberglass features gives buyers a practical starting point for selecting a product that fits the demands of their project.
