The typical installed cost of GRP (Glass Reinforced Polymer) is about 33% that of stainless steel and 20% that of more expensive nickel alloys. As the global economy rebounds and developing countries expand their infrastructure, the costs of base metals, particularly copper, nickel, and stainless steel, are projected to keep rising, driven by increasing demand and fluctuating availability of nickel.

• GRP boasts a proven service life surpassing that of stainless steel and other high nickel alloys, with GRP (Glass Reinforced Polymer) case studies extending back over 50 years, and most of these cases still in operation today.
• In contrast, the service life of a steel tank with anti-corrosion coating is typically around 10 years.
• Due to its non-corrosive properties, GRP demands minimal maintenance beyond regular cleaning, unlike metallic solutions, which often require extensive upkeep to manage corrosion.
• Moreover, GRP enables on-site repairs without halting operations, allowing for straightforward maintenance of old or damaged tanks.
• Reinstatement of the tanks corrosion barrier before it’s completely dissolved can render the vessel brand new and extend the service life even further (NO NEW TANK/TANKS REQUIRED).

Using GRP (Glass Reinforced Polymer) as a material of construction offers a significant safety benefit due to its non-conductive properties and chemical resistance.  This combination makes GRP an exceptionally safe choice for environments where electrical hazards are a concern. Its non-conductive nature prevents the risk of electrical shock, enhancing safety for personnel working around electrical installations or in areas where electrical equipment is used. Additionally, the chemical resistance of GRP ensures that it does not degrade or weaken in the presence of corrosive substances, maintaining structural integrity and reducing the risk of unexpected failures. These properties make GRP an ideal material for ensuring both operational safety and long-term reliability in industrial setting.

GRP products are low in weight. This makes them a lot easier to work with and means that great weight savings can be achieved on a finished structure. GRP is around +- 65% lighter than steel. The lighter weight greatly reduces handling, transport & installation costs.

GRP can have a life expectancy of 20+ years. As mentioned above this life expectancy can be extended enormously by corrosion barrier reinstatement procedures.

GRP (Glass Reinforced Polymer) is an excellent material choice for sensitive environments due to its static dissipative and non-sparking properties. The ability to dissipate static electricity is crucial in underground and offshore settings, where any accumulation of static charge can pose significant risks. Additionally, GRP is particularly beneficial in environments with flammable gases, as it does not produce sparks. This is a critical safety feature, especially in scenarios where tools might accidentally be dropped on surfaces like steel flooring, where sparks could lead to hazardous conditions. These properties make GRP a reliable and safe option for various challenging industrial applications.