Ever wonder how fiberglass panels stack up against traditional materials? What about protection against the sun? Which Tuff Span™ fiberglass panels are walkable? Below are some of the most frequent questions we receive about Enduro's Tuff Span™ fiberglass building products.
Q: Are Tuff Span™ building panels the strongest FRP material?
A: Yes, based on equal product weight comparisons.
Q: Are Tuff Span™ FRP roofing panels safe for foot traffic?
A: Yes, depending on the Tuff Span™ panel selected and the span distance between supports.
Q: Are Tuff Span™ translucent roof panels as strong as Tuff Span™ opaque materials?
A: Yes, for the same Tuff Span™ panel profile and series.
Q: What fire protection classifications apply to Tuff Span™?
A: Tuff Span™ panels have FM and UL Classifications for fire protection.
Q: Does Tuff Span™ offer better UV protection than alternative FRP materials?
A: Yes, Tuff Span™ has additional means of UV protection.
Q: What is the expected service life for Tuff Span™?
A: Tuff Span service life has exceeded 25 years in conditions that include hurricane winds and aggressive chemical exposure.
Q: What is the recommended deflection limit for an FRP panel?
A: Up to L/180 as the project budget allows.
Q: What does the Tuff Span™ family of FRP building products include?
A: Structural shapes, louvers, ridge vents, gutter, roof deck, fiberglass deck, form deck, flashings, and accessories, in addition to roofing and siding.
To learn more about our Tuff Span™ fiberglass building products, please download the Enduro Tuff Span Building Products Catalog or contact your rep.