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Redco™ FRP Grating provides durability with extremely high strength and stiffness. Due to its high load capacity it can be used with confidence in structures where high load and wide support spans are required. Redco FRP Grating is also lightweight (80% lighter than steel), corrosion resistant, and non-conductive making it ideal for applications where electrical current or chemicals may be present. Redco™ FRP Grating is low maintenance and has a low cost of installation.

 

Materials of Construction

Redwood Plastics and Rubber offers eight resin systems for its molded grating to accommodate different applications to ensure optimum utilization of grating.

Resin Type
Resin Base
Description
Corrosion Resistance
Flame Spread Rating ASTM E84
Available colors
Max. Oper.
Temp
Type VEFR-25
Vinyl
Ester
Superior
Corrosion
Resistance
and Fire Retardant
Excellent
Class 1, 25
or less
Dark Gray, Orange
230°F
(110°C)
Type VEFR-10
Vinyl
Ester
Superior
Corrosion
Resistance
and Enhanced Fire Retardant
Excellent
Class 1, 10
or less
Dark Gray
230°F
(110°C)
Type IFR-25
Isophthalic Polyester
Industrial
Grade Corrosion
Resistance and
Fire Retardant
Very
Good
Class 1, 25
or less
Dark Gray, Green
221°F
(105°C)
Type FG-30
Isophthalic Polyester
Food Grade
Corrosion
Resistance and
Fire Retardant
Very
Good
Class 1, 30
or less
Light Gray,
Light Green
221°F
(105°C)
Type CFR-25
Ortho
Moderate
Corrosion
Resistance
and Fire Retardant
Moderate
Class 1, 25
or less
Green
Yellow
Light Gray
Dark Gray
212°F
(100°C)
Type MP-5
Phenolic
resin
Low Smoke
and Superior
Fire Resistance
Very
Good
Class 1, 5
or less
Reddish-Brown
Phenolic painting
of the grating
can be performed
to obtain a
gray or red finish
356°F
(180°C)
Type
IFR-10
Isophthalic Polyester
Industrial
Grade
Corrosion
Resistance and
Extra Fire Retardant
Very
Good
Class 1, 10
or less
Custom
221°F
(105°C)
Type
O-AN
Ortho
Moderate
Corrosion
Resistance
Moderate
No
Green, Yellow, Light Gray,
Dark Gray
212°F
(100°C)

 

Type VEFR-25 is a premium vinyl ester resin with a flame spread rating of 25 or less. Type VEFR-25 resin provides the most chemical resistance in the industry, designed to withstand the harshest chemical environments over a broad range of acids and caustics, it is primarily used in petrochemical, waste water, mining,and plating applications where the grating is subject to frequent and direct contact with harsh chemicals.

Type VEFR-10 is manufactured with the same high-quality vinyl ester resin but with an enhanced flame spread rating of 10 or less for those applications requiring more flame resistance, such as an offshore platform.

Type IFR-25 is a premium isophthalic polyester resin with a flame spread rating of 25 or less. Type IFR-25 provides an intermediate level of chemical resistance and is the correct resin choice for grating subjected to splash and spill contact with harsh chemicals, and is a very good general purpose resin at a reduced cost compared to the premium vinyl ester resin.

Type IFR-10 is the same high quality isophthalic polyester resin but with an enhanced flame spread rating of 10.

Type FG-30 is manufactured using a premium food grade polyester resin containing no harmful ingredients and is certified by the resin manufacturer. Each panel is post cured and detergent washed prior to shipment. This grating possesses a flame spread rating of 30.

Type CFR-25 is an orthophthalic polyester resin with a flame spread rating of 25 or less providing moderate chemical resistance. This grating is perfect for use in water/wastewater applications, light industrial applications, and in the wavezone areas of offshore platforms where the environment is moderate. Although Type CFR-25 is the least chemical resistant resin, it still offers superior performance to traditional flooring products such as steel, aluminum and wood, and is the most economical resin available.

Type O-AN is the same as type CFR-25 but non-fire retardant.

Type MP-5 is molded phenolic grating where fire resistance, low smoke, and low toxic fumes are critical. Tested in ASTM E-84, Type MP-5 resin has a flame spread rating of 5 and smoke density rating of 5. Our Type-5  molded phenolic grating is typically used in confined spaces, subways, offshore and other applications where fire resistance and low smoke generation is absolutely necessary.

 

Sizes and Availability
REDCO™ MOLDED FIBERGLASS GRATING is available in a variety of sizes:

  • 1-1/2″ thick 1-1/2″ Square (48″ x 96″, 48″ x 120″, 48″ x 144″) with a non-slip surface
  • 1-1/2″ thick Mini-Mesh (48″ x 144″) with a non-slip surface

Standard colors available are: dark gray, green and yellow. Other colors are available by special request.
Custom sizes are available upon request.

 

Load Bearing Capacity
Load capacity charts for uniform load, concentrated panel load, concentrated line loads.

 

Accessories
A standard line of accessories is available for installing REDCO™ MOLDED FIBERGLASS GRATING panels. Accessories include REDCO™ FIBERGLASS stair treads, REDCO™ stair tread covers, panel hold-down clips, panel connectors, elevated floor legs, curb angle, solid surface options and sealing kits.

 

 

DURATREAD™

duratread-stairsDURATREAD™ molded fiberglass stair tread covers provide an easy, cost-effective way to increase the safety of stairways. The covers feature a gritted surface and are intended for installation over concrete, metal or wood steps and for over fiberglass stair treads.

Features

  • Slip Resistant
  • Durable
  • Impact Resistant
  • Low in Maintenance
  • Easy to Cut/Install
  • Corrosion Resistant
  • Lightweight
  • Low Conductivity

Applications
DURATREAD™ stair tread covers are ideal for use in any area where frequent use or exposure to slippery substances increases the risk of accidents. The ADA compliant covers feature a durable gritted surface and a highly visible nosing to ensure years of safe, maintenance-free service. Typical applications include:

•    Amusement/Water Parks
•    Hotels/Motels
•    Outdoor Stairways
•    Outdoor Sports Facilities
•    Restaurants
•    Food Processing Facilities
•    Chemical Processing Plants
•    Water/Wastewater Treatment Facilities

Materials of Construction
DURATREAD™ molded fiberglass stair tread covers are manufactured using high strength fiberglass mat in combination with a choice of resin systems. The top surface is coated with an aluminum oxide grit to provide a slip resistant, durable tread. DURATREAD™ covers are available in a variety of resin systems designed to suit different applications and environments.

Sizes and Availability
DURATREAD™ covers are available in thicknesses of 1/8″ and 1/4″. Standard depths are 8″, 9″, 10″, 11″ and 12″. All stair tread covers are available in 12′ lengths. Other lengths and depths are available upon request.
The standard color for DURATREAD™ covers is dark gray with a bright yellow nosing for increased visibility (pictured above). Other color combinations are available upon request, such as a one-color cover or blue and red (see photo to the left).

The DURATREAD™ covers can also be customized with stenciled safety messages or warnings.