Featherlite has developed an integrated self-contained
shelter capable of being installed underground utilizing a patent
pending high tech composite and structural design which reduces the
weight of a structure by 90% of the weight of a equivalent size concrete
structure. Featerlite uses distinct high strength structural fiber
reinforced polymer composites utilized in a dual wall configuration**
to replace the age-old stand-by of concrete.
Necessary strength, water and fire retardant, color and other characteristics
can be designed into the profile by changes in the resin mixture and
the reinforcement material. Fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) is design-engineered
into lightweight, strong rigid structures that will not chip, flake,
corrode or leak. Very similar material has been used for replacement
of deteriorating concrete on highway bridges, under bridge duct systems,
telecommunications towers, seawalls, plant support beams,and was used
in the design and development of Navy Mine Sweeping Ships to eliminate
the metal attraction, as well as many other applications. The composite
materials contain zero metal reinforcements. Continual Controlled
factory environment ensures highest quality standards.
The entire structure can be fabricated, assembled, outfitted with
the state of the art environmental monitoring and control equipment,
providing easy access eliminating ladders and replacing them with
OSHA approved safety stairs, and integrated with the customers required
selection of electronic equipment in a totally quality controlled
atmosphere.
A special vestibule anteroom is key to ensuring security of the customers
highly sensitive electronic equipment. Only those who have a need
to enter this secure area will be required to do so. Maintenance and
service of HVAC equipment, UPS systems, batteries, and generators
can be limited to the vestibule area. A secured door separates critical
and sensitive equipment.
** Patent Pending |
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