Generally, FRP piping and accessories are used in industry. Their main applications are:
Fire protection lines.
Aqueducts.
Sea Water intakes / effluents.
Suction and impulsión pipes.
Gas transport.
Fumes transport.
Mud transport.
Sea water transport.
Chemical solutions transport.
Condensate transport.
Effluents transport.
Brine transport.
To transport petroleum and derivates.
MEASUREMENTS AND TOLERANCES
Diameter
From Ø 2” to 150”
Pressure (depending on the ID)
Up to
3,000 PSI
Temperature
Up to
140º C
FITTINGS AND ACCESSORIES
Piping, fittings and accessories manufactured by LEPSA count with the highest technology and over 25 years of experience together with our international technical consultants.
ELBOW 45º
ELBOW 90º
TEE
YEE
CONCENTRIC REDUCTIONS
EXCENTRIC REDUCTIONS
FLANGES
We carry out a meticulous calculation, design, manufacturing and mounting process, applying ASTM, ASME, ANSI and AWWA standards. The mechanical and chemical forces to which the pipes and fittings will be subjected to, are evaluated specifying the thickness and structural reinforcement, joint system, as well as the special type of resin for each particular case.
MANUFACTURING SYSTEM
Pipes and accessories manufactured entirely in FRP have a chemical barrier made of polyester or epoxy vinyl ester and type- C glass surface veil or synthetic polyester veil.
Structures made of ECR-type acid resistant glass fibers, which provide mechanical resistance to blows and breakage, are selected according to the application requirements.
ADVANTAGES:
The completely smooth interior surface protects from incrustations, fungus, bacteria and microorganisms adherences.
Excellent (Hazen Williams) coefficient.
They don’t become impregnated with, or give off, odors or absorb flavors, which allow them to be used for almost any purpose, including food storage.
No maintenance: Due to their rust and humidity resistance FRP pipes don‘t need sandblasting, painting or any type of special maintenance.
The color is incorporated in the structure, with additives resistant to ultraviolet rays and paraffin-like substances.
They are lightweight because their specific weight (approx. 1600 Kg/m3) is much lower than the traditional materials carbon steel and stainless steel.
FRP piping and fittings conduct heat 50 to 150 times less than stainless steel or carbon steel.
FRP pipes and accessories measurements do not change over time In contrast with thermoplastic materials (PVC, HDPE, PP), they don’t loss mechanical properties and become fragile or deformed due to sudden changes in temperature.
Due to their high resistance and low weight, FRP pipes and fittings are ideal to use in all kinds of applications in industry, construction, mining, etc.
GUARANTEE AND COMPLETE SERVICE
LEPSA gives advice on the design of adequate support of FRP and supervises the assemble according to international standards (ANSI, DIN, JIF).
