Masterclass in Fiberglass

In this episode of The Fueling Station, Ed Kammerer and Jonathan Stong — “The Pod-troleum Guys” — are coming to you live from Las Vegas at the WPMA Show with a deep dive into one of the most important material shifts in the fueling industry: fiberglass.

Joined by OPW Product Manager, Elliot Gladden, the conversation explores how fiberglass has evolved from a niche material into a critical component across modern fueling infrastructure.

The guys break down:

• Why the industry continues to shift from steel and metal to fiberglass and composites
• The performance advantages of fiberglass, including corrosion resistance, strength and long-term durability
• How different manufacturing processes — from open mold to RTM and SMC — impact product quality and consistency
• The role of advanced design, like I-beam structures, in achieving extreme load ratings and structural integrity
• Where fiberglass is being used today, from sumps and manholes to high-load applications across multiple industries

They also discuss how innovation in materials and manufacturing is helping station owners and operators build more reliable, longer-lasting systems — especially in challenging environments such as high-water-table regions.

And of course, it wouldn’t be Vegas without a little Def Leppard talk.

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