
- Introduce
- Industry background: Glass fiber promotes technological innovation of pipelines and tanks
- Product Analysis: Niumaterial's Diversified Solutions for Glass Fiber
- Application practice: Innovative application of glass fiber in pipelines and storage tanks
- Niumaterial technical strength and industry commitment
- Future Outlook: Innovative Opportunities of Glass Fiber in the Industrial Field
- In Conclusion
Introduce
In the chemical, petroleum, sewage treatment and other industries, the corrosion of pipelines and tanks causes economic losses of more than 30 billion US dollars each year. The limitations of traditional metal materials in corrosion resistance, maintenance costs and life cycle are driving the global market to accelerate the transformation to glass fiber composite materials. According to Grand View Research, the global glass fiber pipe market will expand at a compound annual growth rate of 6.8% from 2023 to 2030, of which the demand in the Asia-Pacific region will account for more than 45%.
As an industry-leading supplier of glass fiber solutions, Niumaterial has provided customized material support for 500+ industrial projects in more than 30 countries around the world through continuous technological innovation. Our product matrix covers the entire industrial chain from basic reinforcement materials to special composite products, especially in the field of corrosion-resistant pipeline systems.
Industry background: Glass fiber promotes technological innovation of pipelines and tanks
As a key reinforcing material for composite materials, glass fiber has unique advantages in the manufacture of pipelines and tanks due to its light weight, high strength, corrosion resistance, and strong designability. According to industry data, the global glass fiber market continues to expand, among which the demand for pipelines and tanks has increased year by year. Especially in industries such as chemical, environmental protection, and energy that have strict requirements on material performance, glass fiber composite materials are gradually replacing traditional metal materials.
Core advantages of fiberglass
- Lightweight and high strength: The density of glass fiber is only 1/4~1/5 of that of carbon steel, but its tensile strength is comparable to that of high-grade alloy steel, which significantly reduces the weight of pipelines and storage tanks and reduces transportation and installation costs.
- Corrosion resistance: Glass fiber has excellent tolerance to chemical media such as acids, alkalis, and salts. It is particularly suitable for the storage and transportation of corrosive materials in the chemical industry, extending the service life of equipment.
- Flexible designability: By adjusting the fiber arrangement, resin formula and molding process, pipelines and storage tanks that meet different pressure, temperature and medium requirements can be customized to meet diverse engineering needs.
Industry application trends
- With the improvement of environmental protection standards and the development of industrial intelligence, the market’s performance requirements for pipelines and storage tanks are constantly increasing. Glass fiber composite materials are widely used in the following fields due to their green environmental protection, aging resistance, and low maintenance costs:
- Chemical storage tanks: used to store corrosive media such as sulfuric acid, hydrochloric acid, and organic solvents, replacing traditional carbon steel or stainless steel storage tanks.
- Municipal pipelines: In water supply and drainage, sewage treatment systems, glass fiber pipes have the advantages of smooth inner wall, low water resistance, and resistance to biological corrosion.
- Energy field: such as hydrogen storage cylinders and petrochemical pipelines, the high strength and temperature resistance of glass fiber composite materials meet the requirements of harsh working conditions.
Product Analysis: Niumaterial's Diversified Solutions for Glass Fiber
As a leading global supplier of glass fiber, Niumaterial focuses on the research and development and production of high-performance glass fiber products, and has launched a series of customized solutions for the pipeline and tank fields.
Fiberglass Direct Roving
Niumaterial direct roving includes specifications such as 2400 tex and 4800 tex, with excellent bundling and wettability, suitable for winding, pultrusion and other molding processes. In pipeline manufacturing, this product can enhance the hoop strength of the pipe and ensure its stability under high pressure; in tank manufacturing, the reinforcement layer formed by the fiber winding process can effectively improve the impact resistance and fatigue resistance of the tank.
Fiberglass Spray Up Roving
This product is designed for spray molding process. After being chopped, it is evenly mixed with resin and can quickly form complex-shaped pipe parts or tank linings. Niumaterial fiberglass spray roving has good dispersibility and resin permeability, ensuring the structural uniformity and mechanical properties of the product.
Alkali-Resistant Roving
In alkaline environments such as sewage treatment and chemical waste liquid transportation, alkali-resistant glass fiber can effectively resist the corrosion of hydroxide ions. Niumaterial’s alkali-resistant roving adopts a special formula, and its alkali resistance is better than that of ordinary glass fiber, which is particularly suitable for pipes and storage tanks in contact with alkaline media.
Glass Fiber Roving for Pipes
In response to the special needs of pipes, Niumaterial has developed high modulus and low elongation yarn products to ensure that the pipes maintain stable performance under long-term loads. Its yarn uses an advanced sizing agent formula, which is closely combined with the resin matrix to improve the interface strength of the composite material.
Fiberglass Axial Cloth and Fiberglass Mat
Axial cloth provides high-strength axial tensile properties through unidirectional fiber arrangement and is often used for axial reinforcement of pipes; chopped strand mat forms a uniform reinforcement layer through randomly distributed fibers, which improves the overall strength and anti-delamination ability of the product. These two products of Niumaterial play a key role in the manufacture of tank heads and pipe elbows.
Application practice: Innovative application of glass fiber in pipelines and storage tanks
Manufacturing and advantages of FRP storage tanks
- Corrosion resistance: Different resins (such as vinyl resin, epoxy resin) can be selected according to the type of medium to resist various chemical corrosion.
- Design flexibility: The capacity, shape and pressure level of the storage tank can be customized to meet the diverse needs of the chemical, food, pharmaceutical and other industries.
- Lightweight and economical: Compared with metal storage tanks, FRP storage tanks are 40%~60% lighter, requiring less transportation, and have a service life of more than 20 years.
Niumaterial fiberglass products perform outstandingly in the manufacture of FRP storage tanks. For example, its direct untwisted roving improves the hoop strength of the tank body by precisely controlling the fiber content and winding angle.
- High-pressure pipelines: In the transportation of oil and natural gas, glass fiber reinforced plastic pipes (FRP Pipes) have the characteristics of light weight, high pressure resistance, and corrosion resistance. They can replace traditional steel pipes and reduce laying costs.
- Pipeline repair: The use of glass fiber felt and resin composite materials for pipeline lining repair can quickly restore pipeline performance and extend service life, especially suitable for non-excavation repair of urban underground pipelines.
- Specialty Pipes: Niumaterial’s high-strength glass fibers meet the safety requirements for high-pressure hydrogen storage while reducing cylinder weight and increasing range.
Niumaterial technical strength and industry commitment
As a glass fiber manufacturer with 20 years of experience, Niumaterial has always focused on technological innovation and quality improvement, providing high-quality products to customers in 128 countries around the world. Its core competitiveness is reflected in:
Advanced production technology
With 3 modern production lines, high-tech is used to ensure stable product quality, with an annual production capacity of 1,000,000 tons to meet the needs of large-scale orders.
Strict quality control
From raw material procurement to finished product testing, Niumaterial implements international standards to ensure the mechanical properties, chemical stability and process adaptability of each batch of products.
Customized solutions
For the special needs of pipelines and tanks, Niumaterial can provide full-process support from product design to production to help customers optimize costs and performance.
Sustainability commitment
Through the development of environmentally friendly sizing agents and production processes, Niumaterial is committed to reducing environmental impact and promoting the green transformation of the glass fiber industry.
Future Outlook: Innovative Opportunities of Glass Fiber in the Industrial Field
With the acceleration of global industrialization and the improvement of environmental protection requirements, the application of glass fiber in the field of pipelines and tanks will continue to expand. In the future, Niumaterial will continue to be customer-oriented, increase R&D investment, and launch more high-performance and multifunctional glass fiber products to help customers achieve efficient and safe production operations under complex working conditions.
Whether from the perspective of performance advantages, product diversity or technical services, Niumaterial’s glass fiber solutions provide a reliable choice for pipeline and tank manufacturing. By working with Niumaterial, companies can improve equipment performance, reduce costs, and take a more solid step on the road to sustainable development.
In Conclusion
As the “skeletal material” in the industrial field, glass fiber is reshaping the manufacturing standards of pipelines and tanks. With its technical strength and innovative spirit, Niumaterial provides high-quality glass fiber products to global customers, driving the industry towards a more efficient, safer and more sustainable direction. Choosing Niumaterial is not only choosing a product, but also choosing a future with excellence.