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This course is developed to cover the basic history of fiberglass, types of fiberglass production process, cost compared to non fiberglass product and environments of use. History of Fiberglass: Will learn about the development of fiberglass, the first uses of fiberglass and the different types of glass fibers used in the process of the construction of fiberglass.

• Fiberglass production process: Will learn about the main types of fiberglass production used in the door and frame industry.
• Mechanical properties of fiberglass: Will be presented the mechanical properties of fiberglass and how it compares to steel and aluminum.
• Door and frame construction: Will learn the basic construction of fiberglass doors and frames.
• Door and frame cost comparison: will be presented with a life cycle cost analysis of non corrosive fiberglass doors and frames compared to steel, aluminum and stainless steel.
• Environments: Will be made aware of the different environments that fiberglass doors and frames are utilized.

Learning Objectives:

• History of Fiberglass: Will learn about the development of fiberglass, the first uses of fiberglass and the different types of glass fibers used in the process of the construction of fiberglass.
• Fiberglass production process: Will learn about the main types of fiberglass production used in the door and frame industry. Mechanical properties of fiberglass: Will be presented the mechanical properties of fiberglass and how it compares to steel.
• Door and frame construction: Will learn the basic construction of fiberglass doors and frames. Door and frame cost comparison: will be presented with a life cycle cost analysis of non corrosive fiberglass doors and frames compared to steel and aluminum.
• Environments: Will be made aware of the different environments that fiberglass doors and frames are utilized.

HSW Justification:

Florida building code & Texas Department of Insurance both require health & safety for the product. Much of the verticals where this product is used in many healthcare areas, food processing centers & more.