Benefits of Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) Tanks vs. Metal Tanks

• No rust or need for painting or reclading
• Heat, stress, conductivity, and climatic conditions not a problem
• Superior corrosion resistance in many applications versus rubber lined and bare metal
• 1/2 the price of stainless steel & 5-10 times the lifespan in some highly corrosive environments
• Lightweight & easy to handle – 2/3 weight of aluminum, 1/4 weight of steel
• Extensive use of FRP by major companies due to resin improvements relative to heat, impact & crack resistance
• More slip resistant than metal
• Design freedom
• Non-conductive – prevents shorting out electrical equipment
• Ignition resistant with brominated materials
• Good insulating material with reasonable thermal expansion properties
• Efficient heat tracing from the bottom of tank using Plasta-Therm®
• Complies with FDA 177.2420
• No flammability concerns or welding hassles
• No trace metal contamination in antiperspirants, shampoos, etc.
• Absorbs equipment vibration with adhesive strength and elongation of resins