Architectural Solutions
With traditional building materials like wood, steel and aluminum, adding strength means adding size and weight. That’s where Bedford gives you more design flexibility.
Applications
Handrail systems, parking garage and HVAC screens, enclosures, stairs, walkways and decking are just a few of the possibilities. Our engineers can also work closely with you to specify a custom solution.
Advantages
- Light weight, high strength — may reduce support requirements
- Corrosion resistant — won’t rot, rust, warp or bow
- Long-lasting — lower lifetime cost than traditional building materials
- Dimensional stability — no shrinking or swelling
- Nonconductive — won’t conduct electricity
- Nonmagnetic — can be used around sensitive electronic equipment
- Low thermal conductivity — it’s a good insulator
- RF transparent — doesn’t interfere with radio waves
- Impact resistant — distributes impact load to prevent surface damage
University of the Incarnate Word Parking Garage, San Antonio, Texas
The University of the Incarnate Word wanted an aesthetically pleasing screen to camouflage their parking garage. The screen needed to protect against falls while keeping the garage open enough that a sprinkler system would not be required. Bedford supplied the gray grating and green beams, which provide an attractive yet durable solution.
University of Houston Parking Garage, Houston, Texas
The University of Houston needed an aesthetically pleasing product that would deliver long life with little or no maintenance for this parking garage project. Bedford delivered, with engineering, design and complete fabrication of the architectural modules (including I-beams, square tubes and round tubes).
Wynn Las Vegas Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada
The equipment that powers the light and water show in the lake at Wynn Las Vegas is mounted to an FRP flooring panel from Bedford. Designers needed a flooring solution that could withstand the aquatic environment while being light enough to be removed to service the air and electric lines hidden beneath it. Bedford delivered with the FRP panel manufactured in a custom shape and color that hides the structure under the water.