GRP Composite Flat Sheet & Anti Slip Products
FYBAGLAZE GRP glazing products are among the toughest glazing panels available. Manufactured using high quality resins and fibreglass they’re virtually indestructible, with a high resistance to impact, wind loading, shock and manual attack.
Special U.V. protection comes as standard, whilst the panels can also be made to meet Class II or Class 1/0 fire ratings.
Impact Resistant, Anti-Vandal Glazing
The FybaGlaze range of products and up to 200 time stronger than glass, yet half the weight. They are made using high quality resins and fiberglass making the panels virtually indestructible, with a resistance to impact, wind loading, shock and manual attack – they are probably the toughest glazing panels on the market – yet still have an aesthetically appealing appearance.
The FybaGlaze range is made up of three products: FybaGard (Georgian Wire), FybaMesh (Steel Diamond Mesh), and non-reinforced FybaLyte. Each of these products are supplied to customer requirements from 3 – 12mm thick, with either a smooth or obscure finish.
All FybaGlaze panels can be supplied to meet BS 476 Pt 7 fire ratings if required – Class II or Class 1/0.
FYBAGLAZE RANGE
Features Include:
Vandal Resistant… Can withstand blows from hammers, bricks, boots and general sustained manual attack.
Shatter Resistant… Panels will not break and fragment giving rise to risk of cuts and injury.
Optional Tinted GRP… All translucent FybaGlaze products can be manufactured with a variety of tints, thus providing a wider option where aesthetic considerations apply.
Impact Resistant… Tested to BS5544 steel ball drop test and Regulations 14 compliant.
Graffiti Resistant…Graffiti can be cleaned from the surface to the panels using proprietary cleaners or solvents without degrading or permanently “smudging” the product in any way.
U.V. Resistant… FybaGlaze products are manufactured with resins containing UV stabilisers. The application of a UV resistant coating can further enhance the long term appearance against significant UV degradation.
Versatile – Shaped Glazing… FybaGlaze panels can be supplied as either stock sheets or cut to size negating waste and cost in the form of off cuts. Panels can be cut to fit “Gothic” windows for or even “formed” to a curve as required for some rooflights.
Applications include:
- Balcony Panels
- Factory Rooflights
- Vacant Property
- Stairwells
- Bus Shelters
- Schools
- Railway Stations
- Power Stations
FYBAGARD
Translucent GRP glazing panels with a welded wire mesh encapsulated within the laminates of fibreglass making it resemble Georgian wire cast or plate glass. This anti-vandal sheeting is available s from 3 – 12mm thick.
Fire Rated Glazing
Translucent GRP glazing panels with a welded wire mesh encapsulated within the laminates of fibreglass making it resemble Georgian wired cast or plate glass. This anti-vandal sheeting is available to a maximum width of 1500mm.
FYBAMESH
These panels provide an excellent physical and visual deterrent to vandals – often used to board up vacant property. Max sheet size 8′ x 4′. Also available cut to size at no extra cost.
Handling and Installation
FybaGlaze can be installed without risk of breaking or fragmenting. It can be cut and drilled using conventional tools and glazed in a similar fashion to glass using standard polyurethane or silicone mastic, which will have no adverse reaction with the panels.
FYBALYTE
Used in applications which require light transmission whilst providing security and privacy. These panels have the same properties as FybaGard / FybaMesh but without the welded mesh reinforcement.
In Summary
If you are looking for emergency window boarding for boarding up houses or shops, anti-vandal glazing or factory roof skylights Smyth Composites FybaGlaze is the best solution.
General Description |
Nominal Weight of Panel |
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Thickness (mm)
3 4 5 6 |
(kg/m²)
4.00 5.10 6.80 8.10 |
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Panel Size and Thickness
Standard product range can be manufactured to any thickness from 2mm to 30mm. As this is a handmade product, containing various raw materials, tolerances apply which may vary depending on the specifications ordered.
Fire ResistanceProducts can be manufactured to either: |
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Fact:Unlike other “Plastic” glazing products GRP will not drip, melt or soften in the event of fire. For an explanation of the different ratings “click here“ |
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Thermal Conductivity: 0.2w/mKTensile Strength: 100MPaTensile Modulus: 8GPa |
Flexural Strength: 170 MPaWill not bend or flex as much as other glazing products. |
Graffiti ResistanceA factory applied coating operation permits simple removal of graffiti with no detrimental surface effects to the panel. Surface FinishesStandard surface finishes include:
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Thermal Co-Efficient of Expansion
30 x 10^(-6) /Deg C
Note: Compared with many other plastics GRP has minimal expansion and contraction characteristics and will not bow and warp in extremes of temperature.
Impact Resistance
Impact resistant to BS 5544 (cert #: 395-1) and Regulation 14 compliant.
Note: Steel ball drop test concluded no penetration for breakage of GRP glazing.
U.V./Light Transmission
Up to 83% depending on thickness and surface texture.
Note: The inclusion of our unique surface protection membrane significantly enhances the quality, appearance and lifespan of FybaGlaze products by providing a high level of U.V. resistance, thus ensuring continued light transmission.
Size and Thickness
FybaGard / FybaLyte: Panels can be manufactured to 5m long with a width restriction of 1525mm. Can be manufactured from 3mm – 25mm with 3, 4 and 6mm being “standard”.
FybaMesh: Restricted to a maximum of 8′ x 4′ (1220mm x 2440mm) sheets or any derivative within these sizes. Can be manufactured from 3mm – 25mm with 3, 4 and 6mm being “standard”.
Cutting and Handling
FybaGard / FybaLyte: Jig saw, bench saw (using diamond tipped blade) or guillotine.
FybaMesh: Guillotine abrasive disc or jig saw using metal cutting blade.
All should be cut in well ventilated area using gloves, eye protection and dust particle masks.
Notes:
Due to the wide variety of products and variations available in the FybaGlaze range, these technical specifications should be considered as a guide only. Please contact us directly for more accurate product qualities and performance ratings.
Smyth Composites Limited operates as a “Toll Manufacturer” and therefore advise that customers must satisfy themselves that the products they order are fit for the intended purpose.
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Salisbury Railway Station
In early June 2013 Spence were tasked with refurbishing the 19thC impact resistant canopies at Salisbury Station. The company they subcontracted were instructed to install FybaGard fire retardant GRP panels.
Over a period of months Smyth Composites delivered over 900 panels amounting to just over 1000m2. FybaGard GRP was chosen as the preferred glazing panel due to is excellent anti-UV properties as well as its inherent strength, durability and authentic Georgian wire appearance.
Inverness Railway Station
A major roof refurbishment took place at Inverness station in 2011 where broken and cracked Georgian wired cast glazing was replaced by GRP FybaGard manufactured by Smyth Composites.
One particularly challenging aspect of this order was that 160 of these panels were 4.2mtrs long, but Smyth Composites were able to rise to the challenge and provide them to the customer’s satisfaction.