This idea came to me from another build involving carbon fiber laminated over foam board. I then came across FRP manufactured composite panels. After an exhaustive search
and brief "horrible" experience as a panel sales rep, I decided to build my own panels from scratch.
First step was to locate the fiberglass skin. This actually took longer than I thought it would, but found a manufacturer practically in my own back yard. http://www.vetroresina.com/?lang=us
After visiting the plant and learning a lot about their various products, I left with some test samples. I can't say enough about how helpful and friendly these people are.
Test Time:
Using a sample of single weave frp and 3/4" foam board, I bonded the components together using high strength epoxy from Soller Composites. http://www.sollercomposites.com/NewSoller/index.html
The result was impressive and encouraging enough to proceed. Super strong light weight insulated panel.
Only 3/4" thick supporting my weight of approx 210 lbs.
![IMG_20170427_154623588.jpg IMG_20170427_154623588.jpg](https://expeditionportal.com/forum/data/attachments/330/330107-bc4cf9c7e857b0bd3d1b3c2fd39e2b7b.jpg)
and brief "horrible" experience as a panel sales rep, I decided to build my own panels from scratch.
First step was to locate the fiberglass skin. This actually took longer than I thought it would, but found a manufacturer practically in my own back yard. http://www.vetroresina.com/?lang=us
After visiting the plant and learning a lot about their various products, I left with some test samples. I can't say enough about how helpful and friendly these people are.
Test Time:
Using a sample of single weave frp and 3/4" foam board, I bonded the components together using high strength epoxy from Soller Composites. http://www.sollercomposites.com/NewSoller/index.html
The result was impressive and encouraging enough to proceed. Super strong light weight insulated panel.
Only 3/4" thick supporting my weight of approx 210 lbs.
![IMG_20170427_154623588.jpg IMG_20170427_154623588.jpg](https://expeditionportal.com/forum/data/attachments/330/330107-bc4cf9c7e857b0bd3d1b3c2fd39e2b7b.jpg)
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