Composite pipes and vessels are popular in many industries due to their special properties, such as the high strength to weight ratio, corrosion resistance and the adjustability to specific design requirements. As the properties of the raw materials and production techniques have notably improved lately, the use of composite pipes and vessels has increased, too.
Modern technologies produce pipes and tanks that are able to withstand pressures of up to 300 bars, temperatures of up to 200 ºC and abrasions, resist aggressive acids and caustics and store and transport drinking water.
Usually, fiberglass pipes and tanks operate in the oil and gas industry, water supply, sewage, water purification plants, heating lines, and chemical factories.
Basic materials:
1. polyester resins and gelcoats 2. epoxy resins 3. reinforcing materials and rovings