Location:
Johannesburg, South Africa
Products:
Fibergrate GRP moulded grating with Corvex® resin in dark grey; Dynaform® structural shapes - angle and channel
Benefits:
Lightweight:
The height of this project called for lightweight GRP which also helped eliminate extra cost.
Corrosion Resistant:
Fibergrate GRP grating will not rust in the elements, unlike steel products.
Aesthetically Pleasing:
GRP moulded grating was used to cover air conditioning vents, creating a nicer building facade for customers.
Application Highlights:
This shopping centre had unsightly air conditioning vents on the exterior of the building. If the centre was going to attract retailers and restaurants, this was going to have to be remedied. Along with the aesthetic challenges the contractor desired lightweight materials that would be easy to install.
Fibergrate's GRP moulded grating with Corvex was used as an alternative to conventional aluminium louvers in front of the vent shafts and office windows as an aesthetically pleasing screen. The grating was used in a vertical position. It was then secured to the wall using a GRP bracket that was manufactured from Dynaform Structural Shapes. Along with the vent covers the moulded grating was successfully used in the fountains as trench covers because of its corrosion resistant properties.