Industrial Plastic Systems

fiberglass manufacturing - Industrial Plastic Systems

We will be closed September 7th in observance of Labor Day

Fiberglass Manufacturing Since 1976

At Industrial Plastic Systems (IPS), we have specialized in fiberglass manufacturing since 1976, with a full line industrial fiberglass reinforced plastics (FRP) manufactured items. Our 25,000 square foot facility in Lakeland FL is where products are made for power plants, water treatment facilities, theme parks, aquariums, food processing facilities, landfills, for local government utility departments, large corporations, and more diverse clients.

Agility. Simplicity. Customization. Independently owned since 1976. Experience the difference in our FRP.

 We manufacture to AWWA, ASTM, NSF/ANSI, ASME, and NBS standards, making fiberglass industrial solutions such as:

  • FRP fiberglass piping systems
  • Fiberglass duct
  • Fiberglass butterfly dampers
  • Fiberglass blastgate dampers
  • Fiberglass stacks
  • Fiberglass vertical storage tanks
  • Above ground tanks
  • Fiberglass pressure vessels
  • Hydrogen sulfide air fiberglass scrubbers
  • Fiberglass hoods
  • FRP platforms
  • Fiberglass guardrails
  • FRP handrails
  • Custom cut fiberglass grating
  • Fiberglass fan housings

We are excited to help assist you in manufacturing just about any imaginable custom fiberglass industrial application! Our capabilities include:

  • Filament winding
  • Chopper gun spray molding
  • Manual contact molding
  • Infusion molding

We have the ability to filament wind pipe, duct and tank bodies up to 13′-6″ diameter. 

Our highly experienced IPS staff includes a large team of shop floor workers, full CAD capabilities, unlimited field fabrication and consulting services for jobsite fiberglass installation issues, and a network of engineers we have great working relationships with.

To learn more about IPS, our commitment to FRP manufacturing, fiberglass field services, and other outstanding products, please explore the website. If you have any questions or requests about sales or engineering, please do not hesitate to call 863-646-8551 today! 

Connect With Us On Social Media

FRP Manufacturing Blog

FRP Tank Case Study

Decades Long Durability For FRP Tanks Industrial Plastic Systems’ (IPS) recent FRP tank case study has been published in Composites World...
Read More →

Corrosive Material

Corrosion resistance is a central theme for IPS products, with exacting tolerances and uniform quality both being imperative. Quality control includes running gel time tests on incoming resin, maintaining control of mixing of resins, checks for barcol readings on cured products, scrutiny for product appearance, and visual checks for dimensional accuracy.

IPS shop fabricators undergo extensive training before being allowed to bring customer visions to life. The average experience time for one of our shop workers is over seven years.

Standards we manufacture to include:

  • ASME RTP-1 FRP tanks and FRP vessels
  • NSF/ANSI 61 FRP pipe for drinking water
  • NBS PS 15-69 stub flanges
  • ASTM D-2996 FRP pipe
  • ASTM D-2310 filament wound pipe
  • ASTM D-2563
  • ASTM D-3299 FRP resin tanks
  • ASTM D-3982 for fabricated duct and hoods, plus contact molded FRP duct
  • ASTM D-4097 tank standards
  • ASTM D-6041 fiberglass pipe and fittings
  • NBS PS 15-69 contact molded pipe
  • Contact molded NBS PS 15-69 fittings 
  • AWWA C950 pressure pipe, above ground
  • AWWA M45 fiberglass pipe, buried
  • ASTM F3059 for FRP grating
  • ASME NM.2 FRP pipe standards
  • ANSI B-16.5 standards
  • Use of ASTM E84 approved resin
  • Use of Class 1 and Class 2 fire retardant resins

Associations and Memberships:

Reviews:

As an independently-owned, boutique manufacturer, we are grateful to customers who take time out of their day to give us their feedback

Recent Reviews: 

“It certainly makes my job easier when a landfill is utilizing industrial solutions, such as these very vital FRP tanks, that were thoughtfully manufactured with public safety in mind.” Randy Adkins, President of Integrated Environmental Technology

“On several previous VOC tower repairs…They have been outstanding and very timely with these repairs, and look forward to working with IPS on our next VOC towers rehab project.” Paul Hitchcock, Plant Services Manager, City of Stuart FL Utilities and Engineering Department 

“They were responsive, knowledgeable, and took the time to answer all my questions and ensure I received a successful outcome for my project. Their expertise in FRP ensured we received a high-quality product, and the overall experience was excellent.” –Stephen Nelson, Odyssey Manufacturing Company 

“I needed a reliable source for large fiberglass tubes [measuring] 16 inches to 24 inches diameter. IPS has been that source now for over two years. I haven’t had a single issue regarding quality, delivery or service.” –Dan Serlenga, Sales, DLS Solutions LLC

“Industrial Plastic Systems’ creation of our giant red kettle has become more than a display; it is a powerful symbol of The Salvation Army’s mission in Lakeland…It has been an incredible tool in spreading hope, generosity, and the message of what The Salvation Army is all about” –Captain Matt Hedgren, Corps Officer, The Salvation Army of West Polk County

Vintage Reviews: 

“It was beautiful. It just doesn’t get any better than what you see here. Not one eighth of an inch difference vertically or horizontally. Our worst nightmares were put to rest as they tightened the bolts down.” Rice University cooling towers project, Regent Environmental Products. Circa 1995, Gregory Nelson