FIBRE REINFORCED

POLYMER
Aluminium vs Fibre Reinforced Polymer
( Trash Can )
 MECHANICAL PROPERTIES

Fibre Reinforced Polymer Aluminium

High stiffness Non-magnetic material
High Impact resistance Low risk of toxicity
High strength High thermal and electrical conductivity
Low thermal conductivity High strength
 COMPARISON BETWEEN
MATERIALS
Fibre Reinforced Polymer
Corrosion, Rot and Insect Resist broad range of chemicals,
Resistance unaffected by moisture or
immersion in water
Strength Weight-for-weight stronger than
aluminium
Weight Much lighter than aluminium,
roughly 30% lighter
Electrical Conductivity Non-conductive, High dielectric
capability
Thermal Conductivity Low thermal conductivity, Low
thermal coefficient
Aluminium
Can get galvanic corrosion
Homogeneous material (uniform
composition and properties
throughout the material)
Definitely lighter than steel, about
1/3rd the weight
Conduct electricity, Grounding
potential
Conducts heat, High thermal
conductivity and expansion
Impact Resistance Will not permanently deform Easily deforms under impact
under impact
Cost Low installation costs, less Comparable to FRP
maintenance
 ADVANTAGES OF FRP
Stronger and more rigid than aluminium
Corrosion, rot and insect resistant
Consistent in strength, appearance and quality from piece to piece
Mechanical strength and popular choice when it comes to corrosion resistance
Excellent temperature resistance properties compare to aluminium
Offer thermal insulation and can be formed in complex shapes
Easy to repair, with aluminium
Lower cost, when compare to aluminium
 THE PROCESS
Fibre Reinforced Polymer
Trash Can
Rotational moulding process
Materials are put into heated hollow
mold
Rotated slowly, causing the softened
material to disperse and stick
 Aluminium Trash Can
Deep drawing process
Sheet aluminium drawn into forming
die by mechanical punch
Finish product based on the die