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    Fiberglass lock and sector gates

    Fiberglass Lock and sector gates are essential for managing water flow and facilitating the movement of vessels through waterways with varying water levels. These gates are frequently used in coastal environments such as seaports and estuaries, where durability and performance are crucial. FRP lock and sector gates are designed to meet the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' needs, offering exceptional strength and longevity in harsh marine conditions. Unlike traditional materials, FRP gates will not rot, rust or corrode over time, ensuring reliable long-term performance.

    Versatility and Applications for Marine Infrastructure

    Fiberglass Reinforced Polymer (FRP) lock and sector gates are not limited to lock areas. They can be installed at harbor and marina entrances, showcasing their adaptability across marine infrastructures. The gates' ability to withstand significant water pressure from both sides makes them suitable for diverse applications, ensuring adequate water management in various aquatic environments.

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    Cost-Effective & Low-Maintenance Solution:
    • Precision and Strength — Sector gates demand high-precision fabrication and complex civil design. FRP technology allows for efficient construction to handle water loads from either direction. The absence of culverts or culvert valves further simplifies the design, enhancing reliability and safety. FRP gates can be safely closed without additional complications in case of an accident
    • Lightweight yet Strong — FRP lock and sector gates use large, high-strength panels capable of resisting high water pressure while being significantly lighter than traditional materials. This reduces the cost and complexity of the machinery required to operate the gates, making FRP a cost-effective option for large-scale projects
    • Long-Term Savings — The inherent properties of FRP, such as superior strength, deflection, and corrosion resistance, eliminate the need for regular maintenance. This results in substantial long-term savings and an extended gate service life

    Innovative Design and Custom Manufacturing

    FRP's design flexibility allows for customization to meet specific performance requirements. Collaborating closely with project stakeholders, CCG draws on extensive experience designing, fabricating, and testing first-of-its-kind FRP applications. For projects that require high-performance lock and sector gates, CCG offers a comprehensive solution—from initial design through manufacturing and delivery—tailored to meet unique project demands.

    By incorporating FRP lock and sector gates, agencies like the U.S. Army Corps can significantly improve its marine infrastructure's durability, cost-efficiency and longevity.

    FRP Lock & Sector Gates

    Lock and sector gates are a style of lock gates often used in waterfront areas such as seaports and estuaries to aid in the passage of marine vessels through waterways with altering water levels. We design our lock and sector gates to withstand harsh marine conditions so they will not rot, rust or corrode over time. 

    Our FRP lock and sector gates are not confined to lock areas. They can also be effectively used at the entrance to harbors and marinas, showcasing their versatility. Their strength enables them to withstand the water pressure differences from each side of the gate, making them a versatile solution for marine infrastructure needs. 

    sector gate-(retouched) (1)FRP Lock Gates & FRP Sector Gates are a Cost-Effective Option

    Sector gates require high-precision fabrication, and construction involves complex civil design and engineering. Sector gates can be loaded from either direction and don't require culverts or culvert valves. These gates can also be safely closed if there happens to be an accident involving another gate. 

    FRP lock gates and FRP sector gates are ideal applications that use large, high-strength panels. These panels can resist high water pressure loads while being lightweight, which significantly reduces the cost of the machinery needed to move the gates, making them a cost-effective solution. The superior strength, deflection and corrosion resistance provide long-term savings with an extended life cycle and zero maintenance. 

    Designing and Manufacturing Composite Lock & Sector Gates

    FRP's design flexibility is an excellent solution when there are particular performance requirements. We work with you to map out the performance requirements; CCG draws on its innovative experience to design, build and test first-of-its-kind applications. CCG will work with you to design, manufacture and deliver composite lock and sector gates for your next project.