Ershigs742 Marine Drive , Bellingham, , Washington, United States

The industry leader in Fiberglass Reinforced Plastics (FRP) since 1960, Ershigs is recognized for delivering the highest quality of corrosion resistant products and services worldwide. Maintaining a long history of unmatched products and services, Ershigs is distinguished by expert design/engineering, quality manufacturing and professional installation of custom products. And, the service doesn’t end there – we follow up after project completion and deliver turnkey solutions for your maintenance needs & future modifications. Save time, save money – get the job done by the true industry professionals.

As technology changes, Ershigs continues to innovate and lead the pack in industrial FRP product design, manufacturing and installation. The scale of products & projects can be massive and manufacturing can be arranged on site or large scale modules & equipment can be barged or shipped to your facility, as needed. We go where you need us.

Continued innovation, knowledge, craftsmanship, experience and support are key factors for working with the dedicated team at Ershigs, and:

• Master craftsmanship from concept to product installation & specialty construction are second to none
• Delivering custom and expertly engineered products of precision and quality
• Expert manufacturing on our site or yours
• Effective product training, support and follow up on every project
• Projects are turnkey, fully serviced and supported
• Longevity of industrial innovation, knowledge and performance

Designing with Fiberglass Reinforced Plastics (FRP) requires a unique knowledge of composite materials, environmental conditions, chemical properties, ASTM and ASME specifications and familiarity with specialized fabrication and construction practices.

Quality engineering and our expertise in composite materials have been a hallmark of Ershigs for over 50 years. In fact, our expertise has made us the industry leader in FRP composites used in many industries today.

At Ershigs, we have an abundance of knowledge, tools and talent. Our team utilizes a “design by rules” approach and a “design by stress” approach, depending on the project. Ershigs uses a variety of modern software programs for engineering analysis and drawings to meet your specifications including:

• Trilam for lamination analysis
• Caesar II and CaePipe for pipe stress analysis
• ANSYS and Algor for FEA
• AutoDesk Inventor, AutoCAD and Solidworks for drawings

Ershigs’ design-build capabilities minimize project costs by reducing project complexity as a result of our role as a single-source supplier.

Ershigs Offers:

• Innovative concept design, development and planning
• Excellence in engineering and analysis by professionals who know composite materials and understand downstream processes of fabrication, installation, and maintenance
• Detailed structural designs, manufacturing drawings and technical deliverables to meet your project requirements
• Experience with and applied use of FRP and piping standards according to ASTM and ASME specifications
• Cooperation and coordination with owners, consulting architects and engineers to form an efficient project design team

With a longstanding background in all phases of large industrial facility construction and a pioneering history in Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic composites, Ershigs occupies a unique position in the industry. Recognized as a leading Specialty Contractor, Ershigs evaluates each project and understands each jobsite is unique – and we implement unique solutions for the success of your FRP installation.

Whether we manufacture all components of your project in one of our five facilities in the U.S. and Canada, or we manufacture on-site, when Ershigs single-source and design-build capabilities are utilized – full project responsibility is in the hands of the experts at Ershigs. FRP assembly and joint work is not difficult, but it is different than using traditional construction materials. Ershigs involvement in the handling, joining, support installation, mechanical joining and onsite quality control provides you with a focus based around FRP composites and provides a clear path for an on-time completion and single source warranty coverage for your important project.

Maintenance Projects

In order to promote optimum efficiency during the life of any facility, routine maintenance is necessary. Maintenance projects include inspection and upkeep, as well as periodic upgrades and improvements to composite systems. For corrosive environments specifically, inspections and maintenance result in reduced down time and prevent unplanned interruptions to your production. Ershigs’ commitment to the longevity of their products is unrivaled in the industry.

Ershigs is experienced at working with maintenance personnel to schedule and plan work according to the needs of each client. We offer plant operations managers and maintenance personnel an on-going partnership for technical support, upkeep, and upgrade requirements of their composite systems. It has been our experience that plant improvements are most cost effective when conducted concurrently with other maintenance requirements.

FRP Piping systems for corrosive and abrasive applications have been widespread within the industry for more than 50 years. FRP piping has superior corrosion resistance when compared to metallic piping and can be more economical than the stainless, titanium and high nickel alloy alternatives.  That is why industries such as Pulp & Paper, Mining, Chemical Processing, Water, Power & FGD have successfully chosen to utilize FRP piping in their process systems.

Chemical Service and Water Service Piping

Ershigs designs, manufactures and installs custom FRP Piping systems for a wide range of configurations and conditions to include:

• Sizes range from 1”ID through 168”ID
• Full range of flanges, reducers, elbows and fittings
• Filament wound, contact molded and infusion construction
• Pressure ratings from 25 psig through 250 psig
• Full vacuum
• Above ground and below ground applications
• Joint configurations include butt and wrap, adhesive, flanged, Vanstone style flange, O-ring bell and spigot
• Ershigs E-Lock O-ring bell and spigot joint with internal locking ring
• Anchors, hangers and supports (reference our metal division page)

Abrasion Resistant Piping

Ershigs Stopline-G2 Abrasion Resistant Piping System leads the way in applications which require transfer or distribution of chemicals and/or reagents containing slurries or sediments. Ershigs Stopline-G2 Piping systems include the configurations and conditions noted above. In addition, Ershigs Stopline-G2 Piping incorporates:

• A proven and tested Silicone Carbide formulation in the corrosion/erosion barrier matrix
• Modified corrosion/erosion barrier thickness options for high wear areas

At Ershigs, you find the highest quality products, and a highly skilled team with knowledge and experience to provide you the best project solutions and applications.

Power & FGD

As the leader in Fabricated Reinforced Plastic, Ershigs prides itself on the development of single source design-build capabilities, which streamlines your development process, improves project coordination, and results in better-engineered products and projects.

Ershigs’ experience is unsurpassed in the supply of FRP equipment for the Power Industry & FGD Industry. Ershigs’ experience includes the design, manufacture and installation of the following FRP equipment:

• Stopline-G2  Abrasion Resistant Recycle Piping & Supports
• Stopline-G2™  Abrasion Resistant Spray Headers
• Stopline-G2  Abrasion Resistant Self-Supporting Spray Headers
• Stopline-G2  Abrasion Resistant Balance of Plant / Yard Piping & Supports
• Mist Eliminator Wash Piping
• Piping & Supports: Chemical & Water
• Stacks & Chimney Liners:  Shop & Field Sizes
• Absorber Shells & Absorber Internals: Shop & Field Sizes
• Absorber Covers & Hoods
• Tanks: Mix, Neutralization, Treatment & Storage
• Field Tanks: Mix, Neutralization, Treatment & Storage
• Tank Covers: FRP Tanks & Non-FRP Tank Retrofits
• Ductwork & Supports: Shop & Field Sizes
• Circulation Water Piping: Above Ground & Underground
• Cooling Tower Headers
• Cooling Tower Risers
• Seawater Intake & Discharge Piping
• Carbon Capture Contact Shells
• Wet Electrostatic Precipitator Casings & Ductwork
• Carbon Bed Absorber Vessels