This detailed demonstration showcases the UPS Composite Wrapping System, a high-performance glass-reinforced plastic (GRP) repair solution engineered to restore the structural integrity of degraded or damaged pipework.
In the video, you’ll see how a specially formulated 2-part epoxy resin is used in combination with a woven glass fibre tape to create a chemical- and corrosion-resistant composite wrap. This method is ideal for applications where traditional pipe replacement or welding is not feasible—especially in sensitive or hazardous industrial environments.
Step-by-step application of UPS epoxy resin and glass tape
Wrapping technique for effective coverage and mechanical strength
Final cured appearance of the composite wrap
Benefits of GRP repair vs. traditional pipe replacement
Industrial examples where this system is commonly applied
The UPS Composite Wrapping System is a cold-applied, high-strength repair method used to reinforce and encapsulate pipeline sections suffering from corrosion, erosion, or mechanical wear.
A two-part epoxy resin (UPS 19000 RH) – bonds to the substrate and activates the curing process
Woven glass tape (UPS 19007/9 GT) – impregnated and layered to form a durable GRP sleeve
Once cured, the system forms a rigid, load-bearing composite wrap that can withstand pressure, vibration, and aggressive industrial conditions.
Industrial Pipelines – Structural repairs to degraded steel or composite lines
Marine Environments – Saltwater-resistant GRP repairs above or below deck
Power & Utilities – Water, gas, and steam pipelines under ambient or elevated pressure
Wastewater Infrastructure – Chemical-resistant protection for corroded or ageing systems
Remote or Hazardous Sites – Where hot work or pipe replacement is impractical
Structural strength without welding – No hot work, no sparks, no shutdown
Chemically resistant – Ideal for aggressive service environments
Fast-curing and field-friendly – Easily applied with minimal disruption
Long-lasting – Provides years of additional service life to damaged pipe sections
Conforms to industry repair standards – Suitable for compliance in regulated sectors
