Glazing · 3–10 mm
Fibre-Reinforced — indicative fig. C·18
Fire Combustible CombustibleEmbodied carbon 0.90kgCO₂e/kg Low–mediumCompressive 207MPa StructuralDesign life 25yr
Translucent GRP roofing/cladding panels: 72-74% light transmission, 99.9% UV block and typical sheet weights 2.4-4.88 kg/m? (Ampelite). Wonderglas GC data report tensile 80 MPa and flexural 150 MPa.
01 Physical
Density Not specified (varies by grade and reinforcement)kg/m³
Specific gravity 1.75
Porosity 0.3
Water absorption 0.3
Hardness 40
UV resistance Blocks 99.9% UV radiation (Ampelite Industrial Fibreglass)
Chemical resistance Excellent
Surface roughness 0.5
02 Mechanical
Tensile strength 80 MPa (Wonderglas GC)MPa
Compressive strength 207MPa
Flexural strength 150 MPa (Wonderglas GC)MPa
Shear strength 26
Poisson's ratio 0.25
Impact resistance 8 J (Wonderglas GC)
Creep resistance Good
03 Thermal
Thermal conductivity 0.2
Specific heat 1200
Thermal expansion 3.0 x 10^-5 cm/?C (Wonderglas GC)×10⁻⁶/°C
04 Compliance & Fire First question
Combustibility class Combustible
Fire resistance level 0
Ignition temp 375
Flame spread index 65
Smoke dev. index 450
Heat release rate 500
05 Sustainability & Health
Embodied carbon 0.9
Carbon footprint 3.2
Embodied energy 20
Water footprint 45
Recyclability 0
Recycled content 0
Renewable content 0
Circular score 2/10
VOC emissions 40μg/m³
Toxicity rating Low
LEED contribution 2points
06 Durability · Cost · Logistics
Expected lifespan 25
Maintenance interval 1year
Warranty period 20
Material cost (range) [object Object] – [object Object]
Material cost (per unit) 85AUD/m²
Lead time 4weeks
Lifecycle cost 310AUD/m²
Annual maintenance 3.5AUD/m²/year
Market availability Good
07 Assessment
Advantages
- Excellent light transmission (75-90%)
- Superior UV resistance with gel coating
- Lightweight (3.8-7.3 kg/m²)
- Chemical resistance across pH 1-14
- 25-year warranty options available
- Compatible with metal roofing profiles
- Lower embodied carbon than steel
- Non-conductive and corrosion-resistant
- Customisable profiles and colours
- Suitable for all Australian climate zones
Constraints
- Not recyclable in standard facilities
- Higher initial cost than polycarbonate
- Requires skilled installation
- Limited fire resistance without additives
- Can yellow over time without UV protection
- Brittle at low temperatures
- Thermal expansion requires careful detailing
- Dust generation during cutting
- Limited repair options for damage
- Variable quality between manufacturers
08 Applications
A1 Industrial roofing and skylights
A2 Agricultural buildings and greenhouses
A3 Commercial canopies and walkways
A4 Architectural feature walls and facades
A5 Marine and coastal structures
A6 Chemical plant cladding
A7 Stadium and sports facility roofing
A8 Transport terminals and shelters
A9 Mining and resources infrastructure
A10 Educational facility daylighting
09 Sources & Standards
Sources pending — citations for this material are not yet recorded. Verify all figures against manufacturer data and current standards before specifying.