Archive for November, 2010
Mould Making Technology Moves GFRC Forward
Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete (GFRC) is not only changing the face of concrete, but it’s providing a world of new product and business opportunities for those already in the industry or for those looking to get started. While GFRC has proven its worth with conventional products like building facades, fireplaces and countertops, advanced mould making technology is taking GFRC beyond the typical applications and opening the door to new creative possibilities.
Made up of a cement-based composite reinforced with glass fibers, GFRC has all the characteristics of regular concrete. A number of additional qualities, however, give it significant advantages. Most obviously, GFRC is up to 80% lighter than concrete, so it’s easier to work with and install. Despite its light weight, GFRC also boasts superior strength and durability, making it a material that can stand the test of time. Add the fact that GFRC is easily moulded into intricate and detailed designs in a wide selection of colors, forms and textures, and you’ve got a perfect replacement for precast concrete and an ideal material for a range of creative projects. Read the rest of this entry »
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Install Auto Moulding Yourself — Eliminate Door Dings
Prevent most minor dings, paint-chips and body blemishes that can happen when someone parks next to you, opens their door and whacks your vehicle. Many vehicles had factory-installed decorative/protective side mouldings strategically placed at “door-ding height” to help prevent this problem. But in the last few years, these mouldings have been left off to save a few dollars in this very competitive market.
If your vehicle lacks protective moulding, you should consider installing it yourself. Installing auto body moulding is a fairly simple undertaking for DIY, provided that you take the time to apply it carefully and give it your full attention.
Materials: Body Side moulding kit, Sharp Cutting tool, Rubbing alcohol, Clean white rag, Masking tape, Grease pencil (marks will easily rub off). A warm garage or a sunny day makes the whole job a lot easier. Read the rest of this entry »
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Fibreglass Mouldings
Fibreglass Mouldings are items or objects which have been manufactured from the material known as fibreglass. Fibreglass mouldings have an extremely wide range of uses and are used in many different industries. Because fibreglass mouldings are made by using molds, a variety of object can be produced quickly, efficiently and very economically, as the mold is used many times to produce any number of items. These mouldings have many different applications and uses, and are commonly used in the automotive industry ie; car panels, bumpers etc. Other applications can include, fibreglass moulded ponds, fibreglass roofs, window canopies, door surrounds, and various other architectural applications. Read the rest of this entry »