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Ladder Rails

Fiberglass Ladder Rails are pultruded side-rails for industrial access ladders and cages. Made from high-strength fiberglass composites, they outperform aluminum or wood: FRP rails are “stronger than wood or aluminum ladders and will not rot or corrode”. The rails are color-pigmented throughout, so scratches do not show and coatings never peel. Crucially, FRP rails have very low electrical conductivity, substantially reducing shock risk during work on or near live equipment. These properties make FRP rails ideal for caged ladders, ship ladders, maintenance platforms and any site where safety and longevity are paramount.

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Key Features

Pultruded fiberglass rails (typically 75–100×50 mm); high glass content for strength; colored gelcoat finish (red, yellow, etc.); standard compliance (e.g. ANSI A14.5 for ladders).

Benefits

High rigidity and impact resistance; no rust or deterioration (suitable for outdoors and corrosive plants); enduring color (no repainting needed). The low conductivity means FRP rails “substantially reduce the hazard of electrocution” compared to aluminum.

Applications

Fixed cage ladders, extension ladder components, mobile platform rails, scaffolding handrails; utility and telecom ladderways; marine/ship ladders (won’t corrode from salt spray).

Technical Specifications

Can be custom-length (2–6 m) and drilled as needed; typical pultruded modulus ~15–20 GPa, tensile strength ~300 MPa. Fire-retardant grades available per NFPA.

Unique Selling Points (USPs)

Unmatched durability in tough environments and inherent electrical insulation safety. Strongwell (a market leader) has delivered FRP ladder rails for 50+ years, proving their long-term performance.