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SPECIALIZING IN FRP PIPE REPAIR & INSTALLATION

FIBERGLASS PIPE REPAIR CONTRACTOR

Fiberglass (FRP) Pipe Contractor specializing in repairing, modifying, and installing fiberglass piping systems. OSHA Compliant, Confined Space Certified. ISO 9001 Certified Company.

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EST. 1988

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

FRP PIPE SPECIALISTS

EXPERIENCED CONTRACTORS

ISO 9001

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INDUSTRIAL FIBERGLASS PIPE REPAIR & INSTALLATION

When it comes to repairing, cutting, reinforcing, or modifying and installing fiberglass pipe, our extensive experience spans a wide range of applications, including chemical plants, pulp and paper mills, chiller installations, and new construction builds.

Our team can pre-fabricate pipes for shorter downtimes and faster installation, ensuring your facility can continue to operate at peak efficiency.

Extend FRP Pipe Longevity.

Restore Fiberglass Pipe to operating condition.

Stay compliant and adhere to safety standards.

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WE REPAIR, MODIFY, & INSTALL FRP PIPES

Plastech is the specialty contractor industrial teams call when fiberglass pipe needs to be installed, repaired, modified, replaced, or evaluated, especially when the project cannot be treated like PVC, steel, or commodity plastic pipe.

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FIBERGLASS PIPE REPAIR

Our fiberglass pipe repair services are designed to address crazing, blooming, leaks, cracks, and joint failures, ensuring your system remains operational and safe.

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FIBERGLASS PIPE INSTALLATION

Precision, expertise, and full customization capabilities. We exceed industry standards and adhere to strict code compliance.

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FRP PIPE SYSTEM SUPPORT

We can repair & install any FRP Pipe: STAR High-Pressure Line, Red Thread HP, Bondstrand, Fiberspar, Polyplaster, Ceramcore, Z-Core, Green Thread, F-Chem, Silver-Streak, Centricast, or other specified materials.

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LARGE DIAMETER FRP PIPE

We can custom fabricate, pre-assemble, and install large-diameter fiberglass pipe for your industrial facility or municipality.

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FRP PIPE WRAPS

Precision, expertise, and full customization capabilities. We exceed industry standards and adhere to strict code compliance.

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FRP PIPE SYSTEM INSTALLATIONS

We can repair & install any FRP Pipe: STAR High-Pressure Line, Red Thread HP, Bondstrand, Fiberspar, Polyplaster, Ceramcore, Z-Core, Green Thread, F-Chem, Silver-Streak, Centricast, or other specified materials.

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Large scale industrial fiberglass pipe fabrication and manufacturing

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NEW FRP PIPING SYSTEMS

Plastech installs new fiberglass piping systems for industrial facilities that require corrosion resistance, chemical compatibility, and field-tested installation practices.

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REPLACEMENT SPOOL SECTIONS

We fabricate and install replacement FRP spool sections for damaged, aging, or reconfigured piping systems in chemical, water, wastewater, and industrial process environments.

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RETROFIT PIPING PROJECTS

Plastech supports retrofit piping projects where existing systems need to be modified, rerouted, upgraded, or adapted to meet changing facility requirements.

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CHEMICAL PROCESS PIPING

Our team installs and repairs fiberglass piping systems used in corrosive chemical processing environments where material compatibility and proper installation are critical.

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WASTEWATER & WATER PIPING

Plastech supports fiberglass piping installation and repair for water treatment, wastewater treatment, municipal, and industrial utility applications.

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SHUTDOWN & TIE-IN WORK

We perform FRP piping repairs, tie-ins, field modifications, and replacement work during planned outages, shutdowns, and time-sensitive maintenance windows.

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OUR CUSTOMER REVIEWS FOR INDUSTRIAL SERVICES

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These guys are always the first ones on the jobsite and finish anything they need to do in the shortest time possible and the work always turns out great. Smartest Contractors out there...
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Plastech has exceeded all expectations. A Contractor we can always count to be on time, efficient, and produce quality work. Would definitely recommend for any job.
Herber B. — Google Review
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The safety mindset, quality, craftsmanship, and attention to detail of the Plastech team was above and beyond...They did not cut corners, and they completed the repair a day earlier.
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Rapid response for critical piping failures.

Comprehensive project scope assessments.

Industry-leading safety & OSHA compliance.

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COMPARING PIPING PRODUCTS: WHICH MATERIALS ARE BEST FOR MY FACILITY?

Plastech Services installs and supports fiberglass, steel, polypropylene, HDPE, PVDF, PTFE, and other industrial piping systems for chemical processing, water treatment, wastewater treatment, and industrial service environments.

Industrial Pipe Material Comparison Tool
Criteria	Fiberglass / FRP	Steel Pipe	Polypropylene / PP	HDPE Pipe
Chemical Resistance	Strong fit when resin and liner are selected for the service.	Application-dependent; may require lining, coating, alloy selection, or corrosion allowance.	Strong fit for many acids, alkalis, and chemical services; verify compatibility.	Strong fit for many water, wastewater, and chemical applications; verify compatibility.
Corrosion Resistance	Strong fit in many corrosive industrial environments.	Limited without coating, lining, alloy, or maintenance strategy.	Strong fit in many corrosive environments.	Strong fit in many underground, water, and wastewater environments.
Pressure Capability	Application-dependent; high-pressure FRP systems are available.	Strong fit for high-pressure and high-temperature systems.	Application-dependent; generally more limited than steel.	Application-dependent; pressure class and temperature must be reviewed.
Temperature Capability	Depends on resin system and design.	Strong fit for elevated-temperature service.	Moderate; must verify service temperature.	More limited at elevated temperatures.
Abrasion Resistance	Application-dependent; specialty liners may improve performance.	Strong mechanically but may wear or corrode depending on service.	Application-dependent.	Strong fit in many abrasive slurry or wastewater applications.
Weight / Handling	Lightweight compared to steel.	Heavy; may require more lifting and support.	Lightweight.	Lightweight and flexible.
Installation Considerations	Requires proper joining, bonding, supports, and fiberglass-specific expertise.	Requires welding, threading, flanging, coating, or lining as needed.	Requires proper thermoplastic welding and fabrication.	Requires proper fusion or mechanical joining methods.
Maintenance	Often lower corrosion-related maintenance when properly specified.	May require corrosion monitoring, coating maintenance, or lining upkeep.	Low corrosion maintenance but service limits must be respected.	Low corrosion maintenance in many applications.
Typical Industrial Applications	Chemical processing, wastewater, water treatment, corrosive process piping, industrial retrofits.	High-pressure systems, high-temperature systems, mechanical process piping, structural industrial piping.	Chemical handling, fabrication, tanks, process systems, moisture-resistant service.	Water, wastewater, utility, slurry, drainage, and certain industrial chemical applications.

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT FRP, STEEL, POLYPROPYLENE, AND HDPE PIPE

Which material should you choose for industrial piping? Here is some important information to understand about each material type.

Fiberglass / FRP Pipe

Fiberglass pipe is a broad family of reinforced composite piping systems used in corrosive, chemical, wastewater, water treatment, and industrial service environments. Depending on the resin system, liner, reinforcement, and pressure class, FRP pipe can be engineered for corrosion resistance, weight savings, and specialized industrial performance.

Primary Strengths

Strong corrosion resistance
Lightweight compared to steel
Useful in chemical and wastewater environments
Multiple FRP systems available for different applications
Can reduce corrosion-related maintenance in many applications

Key Considerations

Performance depends on the specific FRP system
Requires proper resin, liner, and pressure-class selection
Installation and repair require fiberglass-specific expertise
Not every fiberglass pipe is suitable for every chemical, pressure, or temperature condition

Steel Pipe

Steel pipe is widely used in industrial piping systems because of its mechanical strength, pressure capability, and familiarity across industrial applications. In corrosive environments, steel may require coatings, linings, corrosion allowance, or ongoing maintenance.

Primary Strengths

High mechanical strength
Strong pressure and temperature capability
Familiar material for many industrial facilities
Broad availability of fittings, supports, and field practices

Key Considerations

Can corrode without proper protection
Heavier than fiberglass or plastic piping
May require coatings, linings, painting, or corrosion management
Chemical compatibility depends on lining, alloy, or protective system

Polypropylene / PP Pipe

Polypropylene is a versatile thermoplastic material used in industrial piping and fabrication where chemical resistance, moisture resistance, and clean service conditions are important. PP is often used in chemical handling, tanks, ductwork, and process-related systems.

Primary Strengths

Strong chemical resistance in many services
Low moisture absorption
FDA-compliant material options may be available
Useful for many industrial plastic fabrication applications

Key Considerations

Lower mechanical strength than steel
Temperature and pressure limits must be reviewed
Not suitable for all solvents, oxidizers, or high-temperature services
Requires proper thermoplastic welding and fabrication practices

HDPE Pipe

HDPE is a durable, cost-effective thermoplastic pipe material known for chemical resistance, abrasion resistance, and flexibility. It is commonly used in water, wastewater, utility, and industrial service applications where toughness and corrosion resistance are important.

Primary Strengths

Durable and impact resistant
Strong abrasion resistance
Good chemical resistance in many applications
Lightweight and flexible compared to steel
Useful in water and wastewater applications

Key Considerations

Temperature limits are typically lower than some other materials
Pressure rating depends on wall thickness and service conditions
Not ideal for every chemical or high-temperature service
Requires proper fusion, joining, and installation practices

FIBERGLASS PIPE REPAIR & INSTALLTION FAQS

Common questions regarding our repair protocols and timelines.

CAN YOU FIBERGLASS A PVC PIPE?

FRP and PVC are not the same material. Fiberglass-reinforced plastic piping and PVC piping differ in cost, installation method, mechanical properties, chemical resistance, and industrial application. In some cases, a composite wrap or external repair system may be used on an existing pipe if the substrate, service conditions, and bonding requirements allow it. However, “fiberglassing PVC” should not be treated as a simple upgrade that makes PVC equivalent to an engineered FRP piping system.

WHAT IS FIBERGLASS PIPE USED FOR?

Fiberglass pipe, also called FRP pipe or fiberglass-reinforced plastic pipe, is used in industrial environments where corrosion resistance, chemical compatibility, and long service life are important. Common applications include chemical processing, water treatment, wastewater treatment, pulp and paper facilities, oil and gas, mining, marine, and corrosive process piping systems.

IS FIBERGLASS PIPE THE SAME AS PVC PIPE?

No. FRP pipe and PVC pipe are not the same. FRP pipe is a composite piping system made with glass reinforcement and resin, while PVC is a thermoplastic material. They differ in cost, strength, installation methods, joining techniques, pressure capability, temperature limits, chemical resistance, and industrial applications. Confusing FRP pipe with PVC during estimating or installation can lead to cost overruns, installation problems, or premature failure.

WHAT KINDS OF FIBERGLASS ARE SUITABLE FOR PIPE WRAPPING?

Fiberglass pipe repair wraps are selected based on the pipe material, service fluid, pressure, temperature, chemical exposure, damage type, and manufacturer or engineering requirements. High-pressure FRP pipe systems such as STAR, Red Thread HP, Bondstrand, Fiberspar, Green Thread, F-Chem, Silver-Streak, and Centricast are examples of specialized fiberglass piping systems used in industrial environments. Repair methods should be matched to the specific pipe system and service conditions.

WHAT KINDS OF FIBERGLASS ARE SUITABLE FOR PIPE WRAPPING?

Fiberglass pipe repair wraps are selected based on the pipe material, service fluid, pressure, temperature, chemical exposure, damage type, and manufacturer or engineering requirements. High-pressure FRP pipe systems such as STAR, Red Thread HP, Bondstrand, Fiberspar, Green Thread, F-Chem, Silver-Streak, and Centricast are examples of specialized fiberglass piping systems used in industrial environments. Repair methods should be matched to the specific pipe system and service conditions.

HOW IS FIBERGLASS PIPE MADE?

Fiberglass pipe is commonly manufactured by embedding glass fibers in a resin matrix. Some fiberglass piping systems are filament-wound, while others may be centrifugally cast or manufactured using other composite processes. The final pipe properties depend on the resin system, reinforcement, liner, wall thickness, pressure class, and intended service environment.

WHAT KINDS OF FIBERGLASS PIPE ARE USED IN INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES?

Fiberglass pipe is not one single product. Industrial FRP piping includes multiple systems, resin types, liners, pressure classes, and manufacturer-specific product families. Examples recognized in the industrial sector include STAR High-Pressure Line, Red Thread HP, Bondstrand, Fiberspar, Polyplaster, Ceramcore, Z-Core, Green Thread, F-Chem, Silver-Streak, and Centricast. Each system has its own application range, joining method, pressure rating, chemical compatibility, and installation requirements.

HOW DO YOU REPAIR FIBERGLASS PIPE?

Fiberglass pipe repair begins with identifying the damage, isolating the system, draining and cleaning the pipe, preparing the damaged area, and determining whether the pipe can be repaired or whether a spool section should be replaced. Depending on the condition, repair may involve an engineered FRP wrap, laminate repair, bonded sleeve, flange repair, joint repair, fitting repair, or pipe section replacement.

WHAT KINDS OF FIBERGLASS PIPE DAMAGE CAN BE REPAIRED?

Common industrial fiberglass pipe repairs include cracks, localized leaks, damaged joints, impact damage, flange damage, fitting stress, abrasion wear, chemical attack, delamination, failed supports, and damaged pipe sections. Not every damaged FRP pipe should be repaired in place. Severe structural damage, incompatible service conditions, or extensive degradation may require replacement.

WHAT CAUSES FIBERGLASS PIPE TO BE DAMAGED?

Fiberglass pipe failures may result from improper installation, poor support spacing, incorrect joining, chemical incompatibility, excessive pressure, temperature exposure, impact damage, vibration, abrasion, UV exposure, thermal movement, or misalignment. Many failures are not caused by the pipe material alone, but by a mismatch between the pipe system, installation method, and service environment.

CAN FIBERGLASS PIPE BE USED IN HIGH PRESSURE SYSTEMS?

Yes, certain fiberglass piping systems are designed for high-pressure service. However, pressure capability depends on the specific FRP pipe system, diameter, wall thickness, resin system, joining method, temperature, fluid, and operating conditions. High-pressure fiberglass pipe selection should follow the project specification, manufacturer guidance, and applicable engineering requirements.

HOW IS FIBERGLASS PIPE INSTALLED?

Fiberglass pipe installation typically involves material verification, handling and storage, cutting, end preparation, joint preparation, bonding or mechanical joining, flange alignment, support installation, cure control, inspection, and testing. FRP pipe installation requires specialized tools, trained technicians, and careful attention to manufacturer instructions.

IS FIBERGLASS PIPE BETTER THAN STEEL PIPE?

Fiberglass pipe can be a better fit than steel in corrosive environments because it does not rust and can be selected for chemical resistance. Steel may still be preferred for certain high-pressure, high-temperature, mechanical, or structural applications. The better material depends on the service fluid, pressure, temperature, chemical exposure, abrasion, installation environment, and project specifications.

IS PLASTECH A MANUFACTURER OR SUPPLIER OF FIBERGLASS PIPE?

Plastech is not primarily a pipe manufacturer or commodity pipe supplier. Plastech is a specialty industrial contractor focused on fiberglass pipe installation, repair, modification, and field service. Plastech works with fiberglass pipe systems and industrial materials specified for the project.

DOES PLASTECH INSTALL OTHER KINDS OF PIPE MATERIAL?

Yes. Plastech supports industrial piping work beyond fiberglass, including steel, polypropylene, HDPE, PVDF/Kynar, PTFE/Teflon, and other thermoplastic or specialty materials depending on the project requirements.