Technical Center

Welcome to the RPS Technical Center. The purpose of this series is to provide you with a more technical view of FRP piping systems, and the many considerations involved in a successful design. If you’re not familiar with engineered pipe, we suggest you read the articles in sequence; the more familiar can start anywhere.

Readers who complete the articles will have a broader understanding of and appreciation for pipe systems designed by RPS, and a great level of confidence in the pipe we manufacture. If you have any questions, please contact us.

AutoCAD Plant 3D FRP Piping Library​

AutoCAD Plant 3D FRP Piping Library​

Successful Composite FRP Pipe System Design

Understanding the critical elements of composite FRP pipe system design will help you experience the full benefits of composite piping.

FRP Pipe System Design

Material Selection

Learn more about approaches to determining the right solution for your project.

Material Selection

Pressure Design of FRP Piping Components

A discussion of pressure design of FRP piping, i.e., determining thickness of the component necessary to safely withstand applied pressure.

FRP Pipe Pressure Design

Pressure Design of FRP Piping Components – Fittings and Joints

This article describes pressure design of FRP pipe fittings and joints, stress concentrations, and how to calculate those stresses.

Fittings & Joints Pressure Design

Pressure Design of FRP Piping Components – Flanges

An introduction to pressure design of FRP pipe flanges, one of the greater design challenges of all standard piping components.

FRP Flange Pressure Design

FRP Piping System Design

A discussion of several levels of pipe stress analysis that are commonly undertaken in FRP piping system design.

FRP Piping System Design

Elastic Properties for FRP Pipe Stress Analysis

An introduction to elastic properties for FRP pipe stress analysis, namely the modulus of elasticity values and the Poisson ratios.

Elastic Properties for FRP Pipe Stress Analysis

Allowable Stresses for FRP Pipe Stress Analysis

A discussion of the strength properties, or, the allowable stresses for FRP pipe, that are required to conduct an FRP pipe stress analysis.

FRP Allowable Stress Analysis

FRP Pipe Stress Analysis: Understanding SIFs and Flexibility Factors

A discussion of stress intensification factors (SIFs) and flexibility factors in FRP pipe fittings such as elbows, tees, reducers, etc.

Understanding SIFs and Flexibility Factors

An Introduction to FRP Pipe Stress Analysis

This article offers a step-by-step guide to answer one of our top FAQs: How is FRP pipe stress analysis carried out?

FRP Pipe Stress Analysis Intro

Considerations for Proper Support of FRP Piping

Adequate support of FRP piping systems is paramount to successful installation and operation. Use our checklist to aid your design.

Considerations for Proper Support of FRP Piping

FRP Pipe Installation

Successful FRP pipe installation requires general and specific instructions to ensure your piping system does its job. Read on for details.

FRP Pipe Installation

The RPS Chemical Resistance Guide

We’ve developed a number of piping systems, which have been designed to provide outstanding resistance to a wide range of chemical environments. Download our Guide to explore the RPS family of HPPE (High Performance Pre-Engineered) piping systems.

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