What National Grating does

National Grating is a North American stocking distributor and fabricator of Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) grating and related structural products, founded in 1988 and operating warehouses across the United States (Atlanta, Pittsburgh, Houston, Salt Lake City, Los Angeles, Tavares FL, Bristol PA) and Canada (Woodstock, Ontario), with an export lane into Caribbean markets via the Port of Miami. Its portfolio centers on molded and pultruded FRP grating in polyester and vinyl ester resin systems, supplemented by specialty lines including HLC (High Load Capacity) grating for forklift and heavy vehicle traffic, Mini-Mesh fine-opening grating, Phenolic fire-retardant grating for offshore use, and pultruded I-Bar profiles, alongside complementary structural shapes (beams, angles, C-channel, plate, tubing, railings, ladders, decking, stair treads, trench covers) and stainless-steel grating clips.

The business model is sales-led and transaction-based: customers request quotes via a toll-free phone number (1.844.599.0260) or website form, receive a guaranteed response within one business day, and place orders with a $500 minimum, with unit panel pricing ranging from $239 to $995 and significant volume discounts available for truckload and container-load purchases. Custom cutting and fabrication are offered so panels ship ready to install. The customer base is diversified across wastewater treatment, power generation, oil and gas, marine/marina, car wash, government (including NOAA), and commercial construction (including the World Trade Center Transportation Hub via Broad Construction), with contractors and construction managers as the primary buyer segment. Certifications include ASTM E-84 Class 1 flame spread on standard resin systems; marketing channels combine SEO-driven website content, a YouTube demonstration library, email, and inside sales.

National Grating is privately held with no disclosed parent, institutional investors, or funding rounds, and operates independently with eight stocking branches plus Caribbean distribution. Recent strategic activity — Caribbean export launch (2023), Ontario Eastern Facility expansion (Jan 2024 grand opening Jul 2024), Los Angeles distribution center (Feb 2025), and recent specialty product introductions — indicates active geographic and product-line expansion within an otherwise stable industrial materials category.

Name

National Grating

Legal name

National Grating

Website

https://nationalgrating.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

National Grating is a North American stocking distributor and fabricator of fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) grating, structural shapes, and specialty FRP products, serving contractors, industrial facilities, marine operators, and government buyers from eight warehouses across the US and Canada.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

FRP Grating and Fiberglass Structural Products

NAICS

Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing (326)

SIC

Plastic Material, Synth Resin/Rubber, Cellulos (No Glass) (2820)

akta.pro primary industry

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

Keywords

• Fiberglass grating
• FRP grating
• Molded grating
• Pultruded grating
• Fiberglass structural shapes

Headquarters

HQ city

Burnaby

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. FRP Grating Product Sales: One-time product sales of molded and pultruded fiberglass grating, structural shapes, and related FRP products. Revenue generated through direct sales to contractors, construction firms, and facility owners.
2. Bulk and Volume Orders: Significant volume discounts on bulk orders including truckload and container load quantities of FRP grating products.
3. Custom Fabrication Services: Pre-cutting grating to size prior to shipping, custom sizes, and fabricated FRP solutions. Minimum order $500.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

National Grating manufactures and distributes Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) grating products including molded and pultruded grating panels, heavy-duty (HLC), mini-mesh, and phenolic variants, along with complementary FRP structural shapes (beams, angles, railings, ladders, decking, plate, tubing). The company supplies these corrosion-resistant products to contractors, industrial facilities, marine operators, and municipal customers across North America via multiple warehouse locations.

Product overview

National Grating is a manufacturer and supplier of Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) grating products and structures serving the North American market. The product portfolio centers on molded and pultruded FRP grating as the core offerings, supplemented by a comprehensive range of complementary structural products including FRP beams and angles, railings, ladders, decking, plate, and tubing. The company provides specialty products such as HLC (High Load Capacity) grating for heavy-duty applications, Mini-Mesh grating for finer mesh requirements, Phenolic FRP for fire-retardant applications, and I-Bar pultruded grating. Additional offerings include stair treads, stair tread covers, grating clips, and threaded rod. Products are available in standard panel sizes with custom cutting and fabrication services. The company operates warehouse locations throughout the USA and Canada for distribution.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Molded FRP Grating Fiberglass reinforced plastic grating manufactured through a molding process with a 1-1/2 inch square mesh pattern. Available in 1", 1-1/2", and 2" thicknesses and panel sizes of 3' x 10', 4' x 8', 4' x 12', and 5' x 10'. Offered in polyester or vinyl ester resin systems for industrial and corrosive environments.
• Pultruded FRP Grating FRP grating manufactured through the pultrusion process featuring parallel bar construction in profiles I-4010, I-6010, I-6015, T-5020, and T-1800 with depths of 1", 1-1/2", and 2". Designed for longer spans and higher load-bearing applications than molded grating.
• Mini-Mesh Fiberglass Grating Molded FRP grating with 3/4" bearing bar spacing creating 1/2" x 1/2" square openings. Available in 4' x 8' x 1" and 4' x 8' x 1.5" deep panels with standard or fine grit surfaces. Designed for applications requiring smaller openings such as pedestrian walkways and ADA-compliant surfaces.
• HLC (High Load Capacity) FRP Grating Heavy-duty FRP grating specifically engineered for trenches with heavy vehicle traffic and rolling loads from forklifts or large trucks. Available in 1.5" or 2" depths with 1" x 2" mesh and 48% open area; 1.5" depth withstands 5,000-pound concentrated loads.
• Fiberglass Square Mesh Grating Standard molded FRP grating with 1-1/2" x 1-1/2" square mesh pattern creating 1-1/4" square openings and approximately 70% open area. Ideal for decking, walkways, and flooring in corrosive environments.
• Phenolic FRP Grating Fire-retardant phenolic FRP grating designed for marine and offshore applications requiring enhanced fire resistance properties in addition to corrosion resistance.
• Fiberglass I-Bar Grating Pultruded FRP grating featuring I-shaped bearing bars for specific structural applications requiring directional strength.
• Fiberglass Floor Grating FRP floor grating for decks, walkways, and flooring applications in corrosive environments. Available in both molded and pultruded configurations.
• Fiberglass Trench Covers FRP grating products designed for covering open trenches, drains, sumps, and waterways with corrosion resistance benefits over steel covers.
• Fiberglass Stair Treads FRP stair treads for industrial and commercial applications, providing corrosion resistance and anti-slip surfaces for safe walking in corrosive environments.
• Fiberglass Stair Tread Covers FRP covers designed to revitalize existing stairs by installing over metal stairs, providing improved safety and corrosion resistance.
• FRP Beams and Angle Fiberglass structural shapes including beams, angles, C-channel, and related structural members for construction applications. C-channel sizes include 8" x 2-3/16" x 3/8".
• FRP Railings Fiberglass railings providing corrosion resistance for industrial and marine applications as an alternative to steel railings.
• FRP Ladders Ready-made FRP ladders for industrial applications, providing corrosion resistance and electrical non-conductivity for safety.
• FRP Decking Fiberglass decking products for marine and industrial applications, featuring UV resistance and corrosion protection for outdoor and waterfront use.
• FRP Plate Fiberglass reinforced plastic plate available in various thicknesses including 1/8", 3/16", 1/4", 3/8", 1/2", 3/4" and 1" for industrial applications.
• Fiberglass Tubing Fiberglass tubing products with superior radio frequency transparency, ideal for applications where cellular and Wi-Fi signal integrity is important.
• FRP Specialty Products Custom and specialty FRP products designed for unique industrial applications beyond standard grating offerings.
• Car Wash Grating FRP grating products designed for car wash facilities, providing corrosion resistance against cleaning chemicals and reliable water drainage with anti-slip surfaces.
• Heavy Duty Fiberglass Grating Industrial-grade FRP grating designed for high-load applications including industrial traffic areas and heavy equipment support.
• Custom Fabrication Services Pre-cutting grating to size prior to shipping, custom sizes, and fabricated FRP solutions. Minimum order $500. Panels can be supplied in sizes such as 3' x 10', 4' x 8' and 4' x 12' for molded grating and up to 20 feet long for pultruded grating.

Quantifiable outcome

• HLC grating withstands 5,000-pound concentrated loads with minimal deflection
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Southwell CorpminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 11 March 2015Fabrication partner who manufactured the FRP deck platform for NOAA's San Francisco Bay tide measurement station. Southwell Corp in Burnaby, B.C. Canada pre-drilled all holes for stainless steel hardware, enabling easy assembly by NOAA.
• Broad ConstructionminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 11 March 2015New York-based construction company through which National Grating supplied FRP structural shapes for the World Trade Center Transportation Hub project.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Bedford Reinforced Plastics: Manufacturer and distributor of FRP rebar, grating, and structural profiles serving industrial, marine, and infrastructure markets. Comparable FRP product range and similar distribution-led go-to-market approach.
• Grating Pacific: Stocking distributor and manufacturer of FRP and metal grating products serving the western US. Comparable product mix and direct overlap with National Grating's western warehouse strategy.
• American Grating: US-based FRP grating distributor/manufacturer offering molded and pultruded grating, stair treads, and trench covers. Closest comparable stocking distributor with overlapping contractor and industrial customer base.
• Fibergrate Composite Structures: The largest North American manufacturer of molded and pultruded FRP grating, structural shapes, and stair treads. Direct competitor with broader product line and captive manufacturing, serving the same wastewater, marine, and industrial customer base.
• Strongwell Corporation: US-based FRP pultruded products manufacturer offering grating, structural shapes, and fabricated systems. Comparable product portfolio (molded/pultruded grating, structural shapes) and overlapping industrial customer base.

Broad incumbents

• McNICHOLS Co. Largest North American distributor of perforated metal, grating, and flooring products with broad product portfolio and national warehouse network. Comparable distribution scale and breadth of grating/flooring products offered.
• Webforge: Global manufacturer of metal grating and walkway systems serving industrial, mining, and oil & gas markets. Comparable in serving walkway/platform specifications, but steel-based rather than FRP.
• Ohio Gratings: Established manufacturer of bar gratings (steel, aluminum, stainless) and specialty grating products. Adjacent competitor in the broader grating category; serves similar industrial and architectural end markets but in metal rather than FRP.

Others

• Safe-T-Glow / Carboline: Major supplier of corrosion-resistant coatings, fireproofing, and protective linings. Adjacent in addressing the corrosion and fire-retardancy problems that drive FRP grating adoption, often specified alongside FRP.

Emerging players

• Marco Specialty Steel: Specialty metal grating, cable, and architectural metal supplier. Comparable distribution-led model in grating and flooring products but with a different material focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCnIhix_J1dIzMJU5JMyCu3g
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/national-grating

Compliance1 record

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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