At Strand Composites, we specialize in the custom manufacturing of fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) pipe, duct, and specialized process components for demanding industrial applications.

From individual pipe spools and fittings to complex, large-diameter ductwork and integrated piping systems, Strand combines advanced composite manufacturing techniques with decades of engineering and fabrication expertise to deliver solutions designed around each customer's operating requirements.

Our capabilities include both computer-controlled filament winding and precision hand lay-up fabrication, providing the flexibility to manufacture a wide range of sizes, geometries, and laminate configurations.

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Custom Manufacturing Capabilities Engineered for Your Application

No two industrial piping systems are exactly alike. Operating temperatures, chemical exposure, pressure requirements, mechanical loads, and installation constraints all influence the design and construction of FRP equipment.

At Strand, we understand these challenges and manufacture custom solutions designed to accommodate demanding project specifications.

Our manufacturing capabilities include:

• Custom FRP pipe and duct sections

• Filament-wound and hand lay-up composite construction

• Custom pipe spools and complex configurations

• Large-diameter industrial ductwork

• Components manufactured to project-specific requirements

• Shop-fabricated assemblies for field installation

With multiple CNC and manual fabrication stations, along with extensive manufacturing space and specialized tooling, Strand has the flexibility to accommodate projects ranging from individual replacement components to large-scale industrial systems.

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Advanced Composite Fabrication

Filament-Wound Construction

Our filament-winding capabilities provide a controlled manufacturing process for producing cylindrical composite components with engineered fiber reinforcement.

This approach allows reinforcement orientations and laminate construction to be tailored to the component's specified structural and operational requirements.

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Hand Lay-Up Fabrication

For complex geometries, specialized fittings, and custom components, our hand lay-up capabilities provide flexibility in laminate construction and manufacturing configuration.

This process is particularly valuable where specialized shapes, transitions, and detailed fabrication requirements make conventional manufacturing methods less practical.

By utilizing both manufacturing approaches, Strand can select fabrication methods appropriate for the intended application.

Built for Corrosive Industrial Environments

FRP piping and duct systems can provide significant advantages over conventional metallic materials in applications involving aggressive chemicals, corrosive vapors, and challenging operating environments.

When properly engineered and manufactured using suitable resin systems and reinforcement materials, FRP equipment can offer:

• Excellent resistance to selected corrosive chemicals and process environments

• Reduced dependence on protective coatings for corrosion resistance

• Favorable strength-to-weight characteristics

• Long-term durability under suitable operating conditions

• Reduced maintenance requirements compared with some conventional materials

• Flexibility in custom component geometry and system configurations

Material selection, laminate design, and fabrication methods are evaluated against the intended service conditions to support reliable performance.

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