Engineering with FRP: Smart Profiles for Smart Structures

• Key Takeaways
• What Is FRP Pultrusion?
• Types of FRP Pultruded Profiles We Offer
  • Square Hollow
  • Angle Bar
  • C-Channel
  • Round Tube
  • Square Rung
  • Solid Rod
  • I-Beam
  • Kickplate
  • Fandeck / Decking
  • Flat Bar
• Why Choose FRP Over Traditional Materials?
• Understanding Your Project Needs
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
  • Can I request a custom size for my FRP profiles?
  • Is FRP suitable for outdoor and coastal applications?
  • What is the minimum order quantity?

Key Takeaways

• FRP pultruded profiles offer corrosion resistance, strength, and customizability for diverse industries.

• Mui Fatt supplies various profiles, including C-Channels, Square Hollow, I-Beams, and Decking.

• Common applications include roof structures, stairs, watchtowers, and gazebos.

• Choosing the right mix of profiles enhances cost-efficiency and longevity in structural designs.

With over 40 years of manufacturing expertise in Malaysia, Mui Fatt has been a pioneer in supplying durable and lightweight FRP pultruded profiles for numerous public and private infrastructure projects. This article explores the versatility of these profiles and how, when used in combination, they form strong, corrosion-resistant structures—from walkways to watchtowers. Whether you're planning an OEM structure or upgrading existing infrastructure, understanding these profiles will help you choose the right FRP solution.

What Is FRP Pultrusion?

FRP (Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic) Pultrusion is a continuous manufacturing process used to produce constant-profile structural components with exceptional strength-to-weight ratios and corrosion resistance. Explore our Pultrusion Process Guide to understand how our profiles are made, tested, and optimized for your applications.

Types of FRP Pultruded Profiles We Offer

All profiles are precision-formed using continuous pultrusion techniques, resulting in high-strength, corrosion-resistant structural components ideal for both industrial and architectural applications.

Square Hollow

• Features four flat surfaces with sharp 90° corners forming a square tube.

• Standard sizes vary by wall thickness and outer dimension.

• Commonly used as upright structural elements for columns, posts, or vertical support frames, like gazebo, towers, and platform structures.

• Ideal for modular assembly due to internal cavity, which allows ease of bolting and joining.

• Example: Used in the vertical frame of the Gazebo at Parit Falls Campsite, where weather resistance and elevation strength were critical.

Angle Bar

• “L”-shaped profile with perpendicular flanges (equal or unequal lengths).

• Available in various leg lengths.

• Primarily used for edge bracing, joint reinforcement, and corner framing.

• Efficient in distributing loads across connections and increasing rigidity of joined sections.

• Example: Reinforced the stair corners and connection points in the FRP Staircase for STP, Kota Kinabalu.

C-Channel

• “C”-shaped cross-section with two flanges and a central web.

• Used for primary load-bearing structures such as frames, trusses, and roof beams.

• Allows easy bolting and nut track installation on the inner face of the “C.”

• Example: Formed the primary load-bearing skeleton of the Taman Jaya Pedestrian Walkway Roof Structure, providing weatherproof support.

Round Tube

• Cylindrical profile with smooth curvature and uniform wall thickness.

• Popular in handrail systems, caged ladder steps, and safety barriers.

• Offers ergonomic grip and corrosion-free longevity in humid environments.

• Example: Handrails for Majlis Perbandaran Kuantan.

Square Rung

• Similar to square hollow, but generally smaller cross-section with enhanced slip resistance on the surface.

• Load-tested for vertical foot traffic and industrial climbing applications.

• Functions as step inserts in FRP ladders, platforms, or cage ladders.

Solid Rod

• Fully solid cylindrical rod, no internal cavity.

• Serves as structural reinforcements, cross-supports, or custom bolts.

• Also used in custom railing joints or in low-voltage isolator applications.

• Application : Handrail or other support structure.

I-Beam

• Resembles the “I” shape with top and bottom flanges connected by a vertical web.

• Large depth options are available, designed for wide-span support.

• Ideal for platform beams, roofing subframes, or load transfer under decking.

• Optimized for flexural strength and compression resistance.

• High load-bearing applications such as long-span decking or roof supports.

Kickplate

• Used as toe-guards in elevated platforms and staircases for safety compliance.

• Installed along floor-level edges of platforms and stairs to prevent tools or objects from falling off.

• Common in safety-critical zones like elevated work decks or mezzanine levels.

Fandeck / Decking

• Wide flat panels with integrated anti-slip gritted surface.

• Often ribbed underneath for load support and to prevent bending.

• Supplied in custom lengths.

• Installed as the walking surface in rooftop paths, shelters, and gazebos.

• Designed for slip-resistance, water drainage, and high foot traffic endurance.

• Example: Installed as the floor for the Parit Falls Event Platform.

Flat Bar

• Simple flat rectangular bar with customizable width and thickness.

• Versatile support piece for bracing, joining, or backing structures.

• Easy to drill and install using basic tools.

• Commonly used as reinforcement or mounting bars.

Why Choose FRP Over Traditional Materials?

• Lightweight, easy to transport—even for remote installation.

• Corrosion-resistant, especially for marine, wastewater, or high-humidity environments.

• Electrically non-conductive—ideal for utility and electrical infrastructure.

• Lower maintenance costs and longer service life than steel or wood.

Understanding Your Project Needs

Choosing the correct profile combination is crucial. Ask:

• Is your project exposed to harsh environments?

• Do you need a lightweight or prefabricated option?

• Are modular or pre-assembled deliveries necessary?

Our sales engineers help tailor the optimal mix of profiles for safety, cost efficiency, and longevity. Talk to us via WhatsApp or email at sales@muifatt.com.my for consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I request a custom size for my FRP profiles?

Yes, we fabricate FRP pultruded items to custom dimensions and profile combinations depending on your application.

Is FRP suitable for outdoor and coastal applications?

Absolutely. FRP resists UV, saltwater, and tropical humidity, making it ideal for Malaysian climate.

What is the minimum order quantity?

MOQ may vary by profile type. We strive to remain flexible to suit your project needs. Please get in touch with us for exact figures.

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