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fiberglass structural engineering faqs

frequently asked questions about fiberglass structural engineering

Q: How does FSE® fit into the fiberglass industry?
A: FSE® is the largest specialized fiberglass engineering and inspection firm in the world. FSE has become the most respected and favorably recognized consultant in the fiberglass industry. Since 1976, FSE has maintained an unblemished record of success.

Q: Does FSE® manufacture or install fiberglass equipment?
A: No, FSE® is not a fabricator, Rep. or installation contractor.

Q: What is the profile of FSE's typical client?
A: FSE's clients are typically the end users of fiberglass equipment and their EPCM firms. FSE has a wide variety of clients comprised of Fortune 500 companies, municipalities and an assortment of specialty companies. FSE prides itself on maintaining independence, thus avoiding any conflicts of interest.

Q: Does FSE® perform services outside of North America?
A: Yes FSE® has worked in over 30 countries around the world, and continues to expand its global presence.

Q: Are there certification levels for FRP inspectors similar to welding inspectors?
A: Unlike the steel industry with welding levels and certificates, the fiberglass industry has not yet developed to a point where there are global certifications for inspectors. However, FSE® offers the most qualified QA/QC and PM inspectors in the FRP arena, with many inspectors having more than 20 to 30 years of inspection and lamination experience.

Q: Does FSE® provide training?
A: FSE® does not provide technical training in the traditional sense. FSE does provide introduction and orientation seminars and in some cases mentoring to fiberglass subject matters geared mostly to managers.

Q: Is FSE® a publicly traded company?
A: FSE® has always been a privately held corporation owned by the Renoud family. In 2008, founder Winston Renoud transferred management of the company to his son Christopher Renoud.

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