The Profile of Strength
and Durability
Tecton®'s pultruded fiberglass products provide strength and a high degree of insulation when compared to aluminum or steel. This saves energy, plus adds comfort and value in applications where temperature differentials are important. Tecton's pultrusion process is the best and most cost-effective method for the production of lineal thermoset composites.
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Tecton pultrusions have several advantages as a replacement for extruded aluminum, vinyl, wood or steel.
| Tecton Pultrusions | Extruded Aluminum | Vinyl | Wood | Steel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| *Wood expands due to moisture absorption. **Wood is also susceptible to insects and mold. |
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| Strength to Weight | High | High | Low | Low | High |
| Thermal Conductivity | Low | High | Low | Low | High |
| Expansion And Contraction | Low | High | High | Low* | Medium |
| Corrosion And/Or Chemical Resistance | High | Medium | Medium | Medium** | Low |
| Electrical Conductivity | Low | High | Low | Low | High |
Tecton's Pultruded Product Advantages vs. Aluminum
- Superior insulation qualities: 600-800 times more thermally insulative
- Dimensionally stable: 1/3 the expansion and contraction
- Stronger: 50% more tensile strength
- Lighter: 20% - 30% less weight
Tecton's Pultruded Product Advantages vs. Vinyl
- Dimensionally stable: 1/8 the expansion and contraction
- Stronger and stiffer: 5 times more tensile strength than rigid vinyl; 15 times more flexural strength
- No warping: Our pultrusions won't soften in the summer heat or get brittle in winter cold
Tecton's Pultruded Product Advantages vs. Wood
- Lower maintenance: Less upkeep than wood products
- Stronger: Pultrusions have a much higher strength to weight ratio
- No insect problems: Pultrusions are not a food source for termites, carpenter ants, etc.
Tecton's Pultruded Product Advantages vs. Steel
- Corrosion resistant: Pultrusions will not oxidize or corrode
- Much lighter: 75% less weight
- Better insulation qualities: 150-200 times more thermally insulative
- Stronger: Up to 30% more tensile strength than mild steel