Composites USA

What Composites USA does

Composites USA is a manufacturer of corrosion-resistant fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) equipment serving industrial buyers globally. Founded in 1982 in Wilmington, Delaware, the company relocated in 1995 to a 50,000 square foot manufacturing facility in North East, Maryland, along the I-95 corridor between Baltimore and Philadelphia. Through legacy acquired via the 1994 purchase of Jones & Hunt, the firm's FRP expertise extends back to the 1950s. The company designs and fabricates custom ducting, piping, tanks, process vessels, scrubbers, dampers, stacks, and specialized drainage systems for chemical processing, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, food and beverage, infrastructure, and defense customers.

The core technology stack rests on three FRP manufacturing processes — hand lay-up, filament winding, and resin transfer molding (RTM) — combined with multiple thermoset resin systems (polyester, vinyl ester, furan, phenolic, epoxy) and dual laminate construction that pairs FRP structural elements with ten thermoplastic liner options including PVC, CPVC, PP, PVDF, ECTFE/Halar, ETFE, MFA, FEP, PFA, and Teflon. The proprietary DualGuard 2000 firesafe ducting (FM 4922 and FM 4910 approved, UL 181 listed, ASTM E-84 flame spread of 5 and smoke development of 10, UL 94 V-0) and the related FlameGuard E84 Class 1 product are described by the company as the only FRP ducting system with both FM approval and UL 181 certification, eliminating the need for sprinklers in corrosive fume exhaust installations.

The business model is built on custom project-based quoting with revenue generated from one-time equipment sales and ancillary professional services (engineering design, field installation, 24/7 emergency repair, hydrostatic and ultrasonic inspection). The firm sells exclusively through direct enterprise field sales and field services to engineering teams and plant operators; no resellers or e-commerce channels are used. Sub-brands include DualGuard, FlameGuard, BridgeDrain (distributed under license from Champion Fiberglass), and CorrStop dual laminates. The company holds FM, UL, ASME RTP-1, ASTM D-3299, ASTM E-84, MIL-I-45208-A, and OSHA-recognized safety certifications, with products installed on six continents.

Name

Composites USA

Legal name

Composites USA, Inc.

Website

https://compositesusa.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Composites USA is a custom manufacturer of corrosion-resistant fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) equipment — ducts, pipes, tanks, vessels, and scrubbers — serving chemical, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, food processing, defense, and industrial infrastructure customers globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial FRP Equipment Manufacturing

SIC

Plastic Materials, Synth Resins & Nonvulcan Elastomers (2821)

akta.pro primary industry

FRP/GRP & Composite Materials (Resins, Fibers, Core Materials) (IMAJAKAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Composite Structures & Layup Manufacturing (IMABAEAB)

Keywords

• Corrosion resistant FRP equipment
• Fiberglass reinforced plastic ducting
• Industrial tanks and vessels
• Dual laminate composite piping
• Firesafe fume exhaust ducts

Headquarters

HQ city

North East

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Custom FRP Equipment Manufacturing & Sales: Manufacture and sale of custom corrosion-resistant FRP equipment including tanks, vessels, ducts, pipes, scrubbers, dampers, stacks, and custom accessories. Equipment is custom-fabricated to project specifications with various resin systems and certifications (ASME, FM, UL).
2. Field Services (Installation, Repair & Inspection): On-site installation, modification, and repair services for FRP equipment. Includes hydrostatic testing, electrical resistance testing, spark testing, Barcol Hardness testing, ultrasonic thickness measurements, and physical property testing. 24/7 emergency repair services available. Training programs for customer-selected contractors.
3. Engineering Services: Comprehensive engineering services including piping and duct system drawings, process design, structural analysis, failure investigation, consulting, and testing. Provided by engineers credentialed in chemical, polymer, thermosetting, and thermoplastic material disciplines.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Composites USA is a custom manufacturer of corrosion-resistant fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) equipment, including ducts, pipes, tanks, vessels, scrubbers, dampers, stacks, and dual laminate composite structures. The company serves industrial and government customers with FM, UL, ASME, and MIL-spec certified engineered products, complemented by nationwide field installation, modification, repair, and inspection services.

Product overview

Composites USA is a manufacturer of corrosion-resistant fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) equipment serving industrial applications. The product portfolio is organized as a unified platform of complementary systems: DualGuard UL & FM Listed Firesafe Ducting and FlameGuard E84 Low Flame Ducting serve as the flagship fire-safe ducting product lines with industry-leading certifications; Dual Laminates (CorrStop) provide thermoplastic-lined vessels and pipe for extreme chemical environments; FRP Pipe & Fittings, Fiberglass Tanks & Process Vessels, Scrubbers, Dampers, and Stacks form the core process equipment offerings; BridgeDrain addresses specialized drainage needs; and Field Services plus Custom Accessories round out the portfolio as add-on service and component offerings. All products share the common thread of corrosion-resistant composite construction using thermoset resins and fiberglass, serving chemical processing, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, and industrial manufacturing sectors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DualGuard: FM Approved and UL 181 Listed Firesafe Ducting system with proprietary copolymer resin and Halar surfacing veil for superior corrosion resistance and fire safety.
• FlameGuard
• BridgeDrain
• CorrStop

Products and services

• DualGuard UL & FM Listed Firesafe Ducting Fire-safe FRP duct system with FM 4922 (non-sprinkler fume and smoke removal) and FM 4910 (Clean Room Approved Materials) and UL 181 certifications. Built with a proprietary copolymer thermoset resin and Halar (ECTFE) surfacing veil for corrosion resistance, achieving ASTM E-84 Flame Spread of 5 and Smoke Development of 10 on both interior and exterior surfaces. VeilGuard fluoropolymer surfacing veil carries UL 94 V-0 rating. Does not require sprinklers or intumescent coatings. Used by chemical, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, and industrial customers handling hazardous fumes.
• FlameGuard E84 Low Flame Ducting Class 1 fire-retardant FRP duct using corrosion-resistant vinyl ester resin with flame spread less than 25 per ASTM E-84. Provides low smoke generation and customization for size, resin type, and application. Designed for corrosive fume exhaust and fresh air supply applications.
• Dual Laminates (CorrStop) Dual laminate equipment combining FRP structural elements with thermoplastic liners (PVC, CPVC, PP, PVDF, ECTFE/Halar, ETFE/Tefzel, MFA/Hyflon, FEP, PFA, Teflon) for enhanced chemical resistance and structural integrity in demanding corrosive environments. Includes pipe, tanks, and vessels engineered for unparalleled corrosion resistance.
• FRP Pipe & Fittings Hand lay-up and filament wound fiberglass reinforced plastic pipe and fittings manufactured in multiple resin systems (polyester, vinyl ester, furan, phenolic, epoxy) with corrosion liners. Designed for pressure and vacuum service. Delivers less than 20% of steel weight, 25% lower coefficient of friction, and 12% larger cross-sectional flow area than comparable steel pipe.
• Fiberglass Tanks & Process Vessels Filament wound and contact molded FRP tanks and vessels for chemical storage and processing applications. Manufactured to ASME RTP-1 and ASTM D-3299 standards in vinyl ester, isophthalic polyester, epoxy, and furan resin systems, with optional dual laminate construction. Designs accommodate pressure, vacuum, agitation, heating, reaction, absorption, and separation processes.
• Scrubbers Chemical wet scrubbers for neutralizing environmental pollutants and odors. Available in vertical packed tower, horizontal packed, and venturi configurations. Manufactured in standard corrosion grades of polyester and vinyl ester resins, as well as furan and dual laminates of PP, PVC, CPVC, PVDF, ECTFE, and Teflon, with optional titanium internals and skid mounting.
• Dampers Fiberglass, thermoplastic, and stainless steel dampers for throttling, shut-off, and backdraft control. Includes Style 330 ES thermoplastic trimmed slide gate dampers with dual laminate blade, lowest coefficient of friction on the market, double flange cap with wiper seal, and electric or pneumatic actuation. Customizable with blade seals and shaft seals for challenging environments.
• Stacks Fiberglass stacks for industrial exhaust systems available in freestanding or laterally supported configurations. Offers corrosion resistance, lightweight construction for lower installation costs, easy maintenance, and customizable base mounting and support options. FAA-marked variants available for tall structures.
• BridgeDrain Fiberglass Drainage Systems High-strength filament wound epoxy resin fiberglass drainage systems engineered for bridges, theme parks, aquariums, pools, and underground vaults. Withstands pollutants, heavy metals, hydrocarbon traces, de-icing salts, UV, fire, and chemicals with minimal maintenance. Distributed under authorized partnership with Champion Fiberglass, Inc.
• Field Installation, Repair & Inspection Services Comprehensive nationwide field installation, modification, repair, and inspection services for FRP products. Includes hydrostatic testing, electrical resistance testing, spark testing, Barcol Hardness testing, ultrasonic thickness measurements, and physical property testing. 24/7 emergency repair services available, with training programs for customer-selected contractors.
• Custom Accessories & MIL-Spec Production Parts Custom fabricated accessories including chutes, clevis hangers, equipment covers, enclosures, flumes, filters, platforms, and strainers. Military specification and production parts include aircraft nacelles, industrial cases, radomes, radio tower covers, and mass transit components manufactured to MIL-I-45208-A standards. Used by aerospace, defense, electronics, and mass transit customers including Chicago Transit Authority, Lavelle Aircraft, and RCA.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30% reduction in fire-related incidents reported by a leading chemical company after installing DualGuard ducting
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Champion Fiberglass, Inc.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorComposites USA is an authorized distributor of Champion Bridge Drain products. The Champion Bridge Drain trademark is owned by Champion Fiberglass, Inc. Composites USA distributes the BridgeDrain fiberglass drainage product line under this authorized relationship.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Strongwell Corporation: Largest U.S. pultruded FRP manufacturer with a broad portfolio of structural products, grating, and custom fabrication — competes with Composites USA on tanks and custom structures but extends well beyond its industrial niche.
• Fiberglass Systems (NOV Fiberglass Systems): NOV's Fiberglass Systems division produces FRP pipe, tanks, and downhole tubing for oil & gas and industrial markets — a much larger incumbent that competes on pipe and tank bids against Composites USA.
• Owens Corning: Global composite and building-materials giant supplying the fiberglass reinforcements and resin systems Composites USA uses, while also serving industrial FRP end markets — adjacent incumbent rather than direct fabricator.

Direct peers

• Belco Manufacturing Co. Manufacturer of corrosion-resistant FRP duct, pipe, stacks, and tanks serving chemical, wastewater, and power customers; competes head-to-head with Composites USA in the same project-based industrial RFPs.
• Plasticon Composites: Manufacturer of dual laminate tanks, vessels, duct, and pipe for corrosive chemical service; comparable dual-laminate technology stack and end markets to Composites USA's CorrStop line.
• Augusta Fiberglass Coatings Inc. Custom FRP fabricator of tanks, duct, pipe, and dual laminate equipment for chemical processing — strong direct competitor with overlapping chemical-industry customer base.
• Ershigs Inc. U.S. manufacturer of custom FRP ductwork, stacks, tanks, and scrubbers for chemical, pulp & paper, and mining applications — the closest direct comparison to Composites USA's core duct/tank/scrubber stack.
• Perry Fiberglass Products (Perry S.T.): FRP pipe, fittings, and tank manufacturer with strong chemical-industry penetration; comparable product set (pipe, fittings, tanks) and customer overlap with Composites USA.
• Fabricated Plastics Inc. Family-owned FRP tank, pipe, and duct fabricator serving chemical, water, and industrial markets; comparable in scale, niche, and direct project-bid competition with Composites USA.

Emerging players

• Enduro Composites: Manufacturer of fiberglass reinforced plastic products including cable tray, structural shapes, and custom composite fabrications — smaller, niche-focused peer with overlapping custom-fabrication capabilities.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance13 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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