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Many
of today’s construction needs are being met with products
that have fiberglass yarns at the core. The strength and weight
advantages provided by fiberglass yarns are an attractive
alternative to wood, steel and unreinforced composites in
many areas. Additionally, the decorative and high technology
aspects of fiberglass yarns are very much in demand in high-end
construction applications. The ever growing needs of the construction
market make fiberglass yarns a natural choice for material
selection and product development.
Applications:
Use of AGY fiberglass yarns in the construction
market include the following:
- Architectural fabric structures
- Roofing scrim
- Insect and solar screening
- Decorative wall covering
- Reinforced facings and foils
- Dry wall tape and patch
- Concrete board reinforcement
Products:
AGY offers a wide range of predominately
heavy yarn products to meet the needs of our customers in
the construction market. Specific slivers, yields and size
chemistries have been developed and are constantly being
updated to meet more demanding criteria and changing competitive
situations.
- G150, G75, F90. Applications: Input for
insect and solar screens, reinforcement for roofing scrim.
- H110. Applications: reinforcement in facings
and foils.
- G37, H25 and H18. Applications: input for
EIFS (Exterior Insulating Finish System), reinforcement
in insulating ceiling panels.
- BC150. Applications: architectural fabric
structures.
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