FRP grating selection guide for wet and corrosive access areas

Technical resource

FRP Grating
Selection Guide

Use this overview to choose FRP grating type,
resin direction, thickness, mesh and surface,
before requesting a quote.

FRP gratingSelection matrixRFQ ready

Choose FRP grating by application first

FRP grating selection should start from the jobsite condition, then move into resin, thickness, mesh, span and surface. Use this matrix to decide which product page or technical note should be opened next.

Choose the right product pagePick molded, trench, car wash or tree grate path.
Prepare RFQ detailsCollect span, size, load, surface, resin and quantity.
Check technical risksOpen resin or anti-slip notes when risk is unclear.
Shorten quote reviewGive purchasing and engineering a cleaner checklist.
Wet platforms and walkwaysMolded FRP GratingStart with panel thickness, mesh size, clear span and pedestrian load. Concave or gritted surface can be reviewed after the walking condition is clear.Typical starting point25 / 30 / 38 mm; 38 x 38 mm mesh; span and deflection by load review.Send for RFQPanel size, support span, quantity, surface preference and fixing method.
Chemical or wastewater floorsResin & Corrosion NotesConfirm chemical name, concentration, temperature and cleaning cycle before fixing resin direction.Typical starting point30 / 38 mm; resin by exposure; gritted surface for wet chemical rooms.Send for RFQExposure details, wet or splash condition, panel thickness and expected traffic.
Drainage trenches and cable trenchesFRP Trench CoversFocus on clear opening, support ledge, load condition, removable panels and edge treatment.Typical starting point38 mm for many pedestrian covers; 50 mm or engineered review for wider/heavier spans.Send for RFQTrench width, span, drawing, load type, surface and panel length.
Car wash and washdown baysCar Wash FRP GratingReview detergent exposure, drainage, gritted surface and frequent cleaning requirements.Typical starting point38 mm gritted FRP; 38 x 38 mm mesh; resin and clips by bay layout.Send for RFQBay layout, drainage width, cleaning chemicals, traffic and color requirement.
Tree pits and landscape drainageFRP Tree GratesCheck custom shape, tree opening, split panels, UV exposure, color and pedestrian load.Typical starting point25 / 38 mm by load and frame; cutouts, split panels and color by drawing.Send for RFQOpening drawing, tree hole diameter, panel shape, color and quantity.

Download FRP Selection Checklist PDF

Use the checklist to collect application, thickness, mesh size, span, load, resin, anti-slip surface, cutting and packing details before quotation.

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Project-style FRP references

Photos that look closer to installed or project handling conditions help buyers connect the selection table with real jobsite use.

Car wash FRP grating installed in wet service bay
Car wash drainage floor referenceWet service, detergent exposure, drainage layout and anti-slip surface should be reviewed together.
FRP trench cover project reference for drainage channel
Drainage trench cover referenceClear span, support ledge, removable panels and load condition decide the starting thickness.

Next technical checks before quotation

Not sure which FRP grating to choose?

Send the application, clear span, panel size, load condition, surface requirement and any chemical exposure. QY Metal Tech can review the product path before quoting.

Send FRP Details

Product and RFQ path

Use this guide to move into the right product page

Use the FRP selection guide to continue into molded grating, trench cover or RFQ pages with resin, thickness and environment details ready.

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