Defence industry Supporting land, air and sea operations
Hayward GRP offers a comprehensive range of services to support clients at every stage of their project life cycle. One of our key services is sub-assembly and fit-out, where we enhance GRP mouldings by securely bonding or attaching components such as metalwork, brackets, hinges, fixings, and other features precisely tailored to client specifications. This service ensures seamless integration of parts, saving valuable time and helping our clients deliver projects on time with complete accuracy and confidence.
Our active role in mission-critical applications necessitates the highest standards of quality, precision, and compliance. HAYWARD GRP proudly maintains all four key ISO certifications, which demonstrate our commitment to operational integrity and security awareness.
Why choose Hayward GRP? Performance. Precision. Partnership.
With a wealth of nearly 40 years in specialist GRP manufacturing, HAYWARD GRP is dedicated to delivering tailored solutions that meet every client’s unique brief. Our team collaborates closely with clients in the defence sector, gaining a deep understanding of their strategic objectives and engineering challenges, whether developing low-volume prototypes or managing ongoing production.
Every component is created under our externally audited Quality Management System, reinforced by bespoke project-specific documentation that guarantees complete traceability and strict alignment with your technical specifications. As a compliance-led organisation, we prioritise building long-term relationships grounded in professional integrity, transparency, and a commitment to exceeding expectations.
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Benefits of GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) For Defence Applications
Mouldable: GRP can be moulded into complex shapes with exceptional accuracy.
Lightweight: GRP has excellent structural performance with reduced weight.
Durability: GRP can be engineered to withstand high impacts and fatigue, with different material combinations being tailored to meet more specific project requirements and verified through calculations and FEA.
Performance: GRP is UV stabilised and is resistant to all manner of environmental extremes; it’s RF transparent, resistant to water and chemicals, and can achieve Class 1/0 fire retardancy to BS 476 if required.
Compliance: GRP is fully RoHS and REACH compliant.
Technical Services Comprehensive Support
- Strategic Partner network
- Consultancy & Complete Project Management
- Design assistance & evaluation
- Composite Calculations & FEA (Finite Element Analysis)
- CNC milled Patterns & Models
- Complete Tooling Design & Manufacture
- Precision Grp Mouldings, fabrications & structures
- First Article Inspection (FAI) and Component Evaluation
- Precision Metalwork & Engineering Services
- Spray painting and specialist coatings
- UK & International Delivery
- ISO 9001 quality assurance and complete traceability
Defence Solutions Designed to be strong, lightweight & durable
GRP composite has almost limitless applications, ranging from radar domes to lightweight engineered covers and bodywork. Our website serves as a great starting point to explore the possibilities, showcasing examples of our work across various industries, scales, and specifications.
Ready to discuss your next project? Let’s talk.
Call our team on 01323 679555 or email info@haywardgrp.co.uk
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