On the possibilities of using composite girders as hall covering structures
On the possibilities of using composite girders as hall covering structures

Summary/Abstract: The article presents the possibilities of using girders made of plastics in hall covering structures in comparison with girders made of traditional materials, such as steel and wood, commonly used in civil engineering. Profiles made of polymers reinforced with glass fibre with the pultrusion method show enormous potential in the construction business. Until today polymers have been used as construction materials only occasionally despite the numerous benefits they offer, such as improved durability in aggressive environments and smaller weight in comparison with traditional materials, to mention but a few of their flag advantages. Polymer composites have a relatively low resistance to high temperatures, especially fire has a very negative influence on them.

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