GRC & GRP
Glass Reinforced Concrete (GRC) and Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) are some of the most versatile building materials developed during the twentieth century and have made a significant change to the façade industry. GRC and GRP, which contain glass fibres, can be formed to any shape to create architectural intent. Products made from GRC and GRP can be formed into sections as thin as 8 mm; therefore, the weight is much less than traditional precast concrete products. The design and manufacture of GRC and GRP products are covered by international standards and are manufactured in over 100 countries.
Rickard Engineering, and more specifically Charles Rickard, was a pioneer in the engineering of GRC and GRP products, having developed the Australian Code of Practice for GRC in the 1980s. Today, Rickard Engineering continues to lead the world in engineering both GRC and GRP solutions for some of the most complex architectural projects in Australia and across the globe.
Rickard Engineering, and more specifically Charles Rickard, was a pioneer in the engineering of GRC and GRP products, having developed the Australian Code of Practice for GRC in the 1980s. Today, Rickard Engineering continues to lead the world in engineering both GRC and GRP solutions for some of the most complex architectural projects in Australia and across the globe.
GRC/GRP Brochure
An introduction to Glass Reinforced Concrete (GRC) and Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP), outlining material fundamentals, performance characteristics, and key advantages. The document covers typical uses, features, and limitations of each material, and is supported by detailed project examples demonstrating their application in façades, architectural features, acoustic treatments, screens, and free-form structures.
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