FRP can deliver more strength per unit weight than most unreinforced plastics and metals. A lightweight part can help save on installation and transportation costs.
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The energy consumed in the making of FRP products is frequently less than for other materials, such as aluminum or steel.
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It is possible for a single FRP structure to replace an assembly of many parts and associated fasteners.
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FRP can be formulated in a wide range of tensile, flexural, compression, and impact strengths.
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Tooling for FRP usually represents a very small percentage of the end product cost.
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FRP eliminates painting and costly maintenance costs. FRP can also survive in many environments in which other materials cannot survive, including stainless steel.
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FRP parts can be formed into shapes not possible in many other materials.
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Color and surface coating can be molded within the part, in some instances reducing the finishing cost.
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A number of molding processes can be used based on specific products and volume requirements.
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Allows for several parts to be manufactured and fit together with little or no machining.
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