Standard Structural Composite Profiles

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Exel Standard Structural Composite Profiles (FRP) are the next generation of our Utilo range of stocked pultruded I-beams, channels, angles, tubes and box profiles. Our fiberglass structural composites have been used in many applications and access structures over the past 40 years. They are a great alternative to traditional materials –  metals or wood in conditions where harsh environments would otherwise rot, rust, corrode.

Our lightweight UV stabilised profiles are low maintenance, corrosion resistant and durable, making them an excellent cost saving material. Our profiles meet or exceed the requirements both mechanical and aesthetic of the European Standard EN 13706 E23 * and ASTM D4385. Our profiles are manufactured in accordance with BS En ISO 9001.

*(<5mm E17)

Our range of standard structural profiles includes

Angle

profiles

Box

profiles

Channel

profiles

L-beam

profiles

Ladder systems

Handrail systems and tubes

Solid sections

profiles

Accessories

end caps, mounts

Forward thinking composites

Considering composites? Exel structural composite profiles come with many benefits:

  • Durable – UV and chemical resistance
  • Light weight – 4X lighter than steel for the same strength
  • Strong – Typically double the strength requirements for E23
  • Stiff – Typically exceeds E23 tensile modulus by 25%
  • Low thermal conductivity – excellent insulating properties compared to metal
  • Thermal efficiency – minimize heat loss
  • Low electrical conductivity – insulating properties with glass fiber
  • Thermally stable – CTE 6 times lower than uPVC, half that of aluminium
  • Dimensionally stable – high stiffness , thermoset resin
  • Corrosion resistant – resistance to weathering
  • Low maintenance – do not rot, rust or swell
  • Lasting performance – corrosion proof, moisture resistant, UV stabilised
  • Non-magnetic
  • Radio frequency transparent
  • Machinable – with standard equipment
  • Easy Installation – light weight permits lifting into position with less equipment

Our profiles are made to meet or exceed the requirements of EN13706 E23* European standard for structural pultrusions 

Test 
Units 
Test Standard 
 
E23 minimum Properties
Full section  bend test  GPa  Annex D, EN 13702-2    23 
Tensile modulus – lengthwise  GPa  EN ISO 527-4    23 
Tensile modulus – crosswise  GPa  EN ISO 527-4    7 
Tensile strength – lengthwise  MPa  EN ISO 527-4    240 
Tensile strength – crosswisse  MPa  EN ISO 527-4    50 
Flexural strength – lengthwise  MPa  EN ISO 14125    240 
Flexural strength – crosswise  MPa  EN ISO 14125    100 
Interlaminar shear strength – lengthwise  MPa  EN ISO 14130    25 
Pin-bearing strength – lengthwise  MPa  Annex E, EN 13702-2    150 
Pin-bearing strength – crosswise  MPa  Annex E, EN 13702-2    70 
Fire classification    BS EN 13501-1    Euro Class E 

*<5mm thickness E17 

*Minimum properties are based on the average value of 5 valid tests