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November 14, 2019
Champion Fiberglass Team Spotlight: VP of Sales & Marketing Scott Patchan
He’s got actors and football players in the family, and he’s a former competitive bodybuilder. Read more about Scott Patchan.
October 30, 2019
California’s Recurring Blackouts: Buried Utility and Transmission Lines Reduce the Risk of Wildfire and Eliminate Imposed Blackouts
Six of the 10 most destructive fires in California were started by electrical equipment, according to CNBC. Recent fires in California have elevated the situation, and the utility company is mandating 10 years of intermittent blackouts across the state. Ten years of erratic blackouts will have disastrous effects on business and
October 10, 2019
Champion Fiberglass Team Spotlight: Get to Know Bob Reeger
You might find him at the beach or golf course in his spare time. One thing for sure, Bob Reeger knows the conduit market. Learn more about this Champion Fiberglass team member.
September 24, 2019
Our Facility Update
A Third Production Line Will Support Growing Demand. From the recently implemented steel tariffs to rising construction costs associated with heavy, rigid conduit materials, there are many reasons why fiberglass conduit usage is on the rise.
September 19, 2019
Turnkey Solutions: Epoxy Adhesive System Makes Installation Easier
You’ve mapped out conduit needs for a project, considered the options and are preparing to place an order for fiberglass conduit. Remember to give some thought to the adhesives that join conduit together. When it comes to bonding fittings and joints of conduit on a project, Champion Fiberglass has a
September 18, 2019
New Tool: Epoxy Adhesive Calculator
Last spring we received some helpful feedback from our team of field sales reps. Following the success of our conduit calculator, it was suggested that we create a similar tool to estimate project adhesive needs. We are excited to announce that our new Epoxy Adhesive Calculator is now live on
August 20, 2019
Lightweight Fiberglass Conduit Makes Challenging Water Installation Easy, Less Costly
In the electrical conduit market, marine environments offer sun, sea and the occasional unique installation. That was just the case at Washington, D.C.’s Reagan National Airport. Enhancements to lighting along a runway pier over the brackish waters of the Potomac River necessitated upgraded conduit strong enough to withstand the elements.
July 18, 2019
Champion Fiberglass Celebrates 10 Years of Service
Recently Champion Fiberglass celebrated Jackie Davis, HR Manager, for 10 years of service with the company. The celebration was held at our offices in Spring, TX where Jackie was presented with an Apple Watch in recognition of her service.
July 15, 2019
For the Fiberglass Conduit Market, Port Projects Are On the Rise
Ever since the Panama Canal was widened in 2016, more and more U.S. ports are following suit with upgrades to accommodate bigger ships and new technology. To provide some perspective, old Panamax ships hold 5,000 shipping containers. New Panamax ships hold 13,000 containers. With larger ships carrying more cargo, it’s