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GRP structural components for rotor blades Gone with the wind... Rotor blades of wind turbines are now too large to be transported over roads to construction sites. They are therefore manufactured in two parts and assembled at the construction site. The internal structural component is manufactured by IBK-Fibertec by means of a winding process. This is the inside blade of an E115 by Enercon: www.enercon.de www.wind-turbine-models.com

A worldwide success for IBK-Fibertec Professional antenna systems are installed all over the world on high transmitter masts and towers. As a radome (radar dome), GRP offers decisive advantages for transmitters: The highest degree of transparency in relation to electromagnetic radiation Protection of the antennas from environmental influences such as ice, snow, rain, wind and dirt Protection of antennas and brackets from corrosion Regardless of the weather conditions, the antenna systems can be inspected, upgraded and extended at any time.

Three times better For three key reasons, GRP for mobile phone masts is the optimal alternative to steel and reinforced concrete: 1. Low weight reduces material and logistics costs GRP masts weigh less than a third of reinforced concrete masts. This saves expensive access development in hard-to-reach areas, reduces the cost of foundations and minimises deployment costs, resulting in significant savings regarding material and logistics costs. 2. High degree of electromagnetic transparency GRP is transparent to electromagnetic waves. With this high degree of permeability, GRP is therefore the ideal material for the cladding of antennas. In addition, due to its minimal attenuation, it also allows for antenna installation inside the masts. 3. Extensive freedom from maintenance GRP masts are exceptionally resistant to weather and corrosion. Even in climatically demanding areas with high weathering requirements, regular costly maintenance is no longer required.

Resistant in all kinds of weather IBK has developed and manufactured a GRP support tower for its partner SPL for the coastal train in Ostend, Belgium. It is a worldwide innovation, since the mast provides both stability and insulation. Other advantages include corrosion resistance in the difficult weather conditions on the North Sea, as well as longevity. For the contact wire, insulators can be completely dispensed with, since the mast adequately acts as an insulator. www.powerlines-group.com