by Lydia | Dec 18, 2024 | 2024 Forum, Forum Flashback
This presentation, by Jeff Fraser and Jeff Graves of RPS Composites, provides a comprehensive overview of the essential steps for successful field installation of FRP and dual laminate piping systems, focusing on meeting operational life expectancy and minimizing...
by Lydia | Nov 19, 2024 | 2024 Forum, Forum Flashback
Rotational lining as a form of corrosion protection to metal equipment is not a well-understood technology for many processors. This presentation, by Kira Kaleps of RMB Products, Inc., will help plant engineers navigate through the process of choosing this technology...
by Lydia | Oct 29, 2024 | 2024 Forum, Forum Flashback
Tank projects tend to get more attention than piping projects. They’re larger, often more expensive, and typically seen as more critical assets. Piping projects, on the other hand, have a tendency of being overlooked. The goal of this presentation by Darryl Mikulec,...
by Lydia | Sep 9, 2024 | 2024 Forum, Forum Flashback
This is Maverick’s 25th year of supporting heavy industry. Jeff Eisenman, President of Maverick Applied Science, takes this moment to offer reflections on the industry in its development and maturity. We will provide a historical view of the FRP industry, of Maverick...
by Lydia | Aug 15, 2024 | 2024 Forum, Forum Flashback
Composite-style gaskets consisting of an expanded PTFE outer layer with an encapsulated corrugated insert are an effective solution for many different challenging sealing applications. They seal at lower applied stresses than most common sheet materials by...
by Lydia | Jul 12, 2024 | 2024 Forum, Forum Flashback
Do you find yourself lost in discussions about FRP equipment when they’re getting into the technical terms of FRP materials and construction? This presentation by our Materials Engineer, Jose Fernandez, introduces the FRP world and provides a foundation for a working...
by Lydia | Jun 18, 2024 | 2024 Forum, Forum Flashback
There are several different acceptable methods to join FRP piping together, all unique and with their own benefits and drawbacks. Many plants unfortunately are well aware of the drawbacks. In this presentation by our Technical Director, Darryl Mikulec, it clearly...
by Lydia | Mar 19, 2024 | Uncategorized
This presentation by Josh Goldberg of Asahi America, Inc. focuses on various thermoplastic materials including HDPE, PP, and PVC. The merits and limitations of each material are also being discussed throughout the presentation. Considerations and performance in...
by Lydia | Feb 15, 2024 | 2023 Forum, Forum Flashback
Rotational lining is a method of providing a protective polymer surface inside tanks, pipes, and other process equipment. This presentation, by Kire Kaleps of RMB Products, will provide the basic principles behind rotolining and will explore the key equipment and...
by Lydia | Jan 23, 2024 | 2023 Forum, Forum Flashback, Uncategorized
Most project successes have not happened without effort and a comprehensive solution. In many cases where FRP applications have been problematic, it has been due to some oversight in the details of engineering, fabrication, or installation. Localized stresses are not...
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