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FRP structures for Oil&Gas

and renewable energies

Maximizing efficiency and safety in sectors like Oil&Gas and
renewable energies, where reliable materials are crucial for
creating safe, long-lasting structures in corrosive environments

Sara Macor, Sales Manager
M.M. S.r.l.

M.M.’s FRP profiles
are CE-marked
through ETA

n sectors such as Oil&Gas and renewable material make it particularly suitable for various
energies, reliable materials are required for the applications in the oil & gas and renewable energy
production of safe and durable structures capable sectors (solar, wind, water, geothermal, tidal).
of withstanding harsh environments. Since 1977, M.M. produces a wide range of fibreglass products,
the italian company M.M. srl, based in Udine, including moulded gratings for floors and pultruded
Inear Venice, has emerged as pioneer in the profiles CE-marked through ETA (European
production of FRP gratings and structures, offering Technical Assessment) according to Regulation
customised, cutting-edge solutions tailored to the (EU) n. 305/2011 for construction products used
unique requirements of these industries. for stairs, walkways, railings and fences. The
company uses advanced technologies such as
Resin Transfer Moulding (RTM) and pultrusion,
FRP applications guaranteeing high quality standards and compliance

FRP (Fiber Reinforced Polymers), also known as with the regulations of the sector. Its main
fibreglass, is a composite material consisting of production is completed by a series of
thermosetting polyester resins and continuous complementary FRP accessories, such as rolled
glass fibres. The characteristics of this innovative products, threaded bars and manhole covers.

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