Aluminium Fluted Rollers for Fibreglass Laminating & Epoxy Resin Systems

Price range: R164.31 through R200.10

Aluminium fluted rollers are specialised fibreglass laminating tools used to consolidate reinforcement materials and remove trapped air from resin systems during composite manufacturing. They play a critical role in producing strong, lightweight and defect-free fibreglass laminates.

ROX® Aluminium Fluted Rollers are manufactured from durable extruded aluminium and are designed for use with fibreglass systems, epoxy resin systems, polyester resin systems and composite repair applications. Their fluted design allows contractors to effectively compress reinforcement materials while forcing trapped air bubbles to the surface.

Proper consolidation is essential in fibreglass fabrication because trapped air can weaken laminates, reduce structural integrity and create cosmetic defects. Using the correct fluted roller helps ensure improved resin distribution and stronger finished components.

These rollers are widely used in boat building, fibreglass repairs, composite manufacturing, tank fabrication, automotive composite production and industrial laminating applications.

 
Code Description Size
70/3/101 FLUTED ROLLER 100 mm
70/3/102 FLUTED ROLLER 150 mm
70/3/103 FLUTED ROLLER 200 mm
What Is an Aluminium Fluted Roller?

An aluminium fluted roller is a laminating tool used during fibreglass and composite manufacturing to compact reinforcement layers and remove trapped air from resin systems. The fluted profile creates pressure points that improve consolidation and help achieve consistent laminate quality.

Key Features
  • Manufactured from extruded aluminium
  • Designed for fibreglass laminating applications
  • Removes trapped air bubbles efficiently
  • Improves laminate consolidation
  • Compatible with epoxy and polyester resin systems
  • Available in multiple sizes
  • Easy to clean after use
  • Suitable for professional composite fabrication
Applications
  • Boat building and marine fabrication
  • Fibreglass repairs
  • Composite manufacturing
  • Tank and vessel production
  • Automotive composite components
  • Industrial laminating projects
  • GRP fabrication
  • Epoxy resin laminating systems
Who Should Use Aluminium Fluted Rollers?
  • Fibreglass contractors
  • Composite manufacturers
  • Boat builders
  • Marine repair specialists
  • GRP fabricators
  • Industrial maintenance teams
  • Automotive composite manufacturers
  • DIY fibreglass repair users
FAQ

What is an aluminium fluted roller used for?

An aluminium fluted roller is used to remove trapped air and consolidate fibreglass laminates during composite manufacturing.

Why is air bubble removal important in fibreglass laminating?

Air bubbles can weaken laminates and reduce structural integrity.

Can aluminium fluted rollers be used with epoxy resin?

Yes. They are commonly used with epoxy resin systems.

Can they be used with polyester resin?

Yes. Aluminium fluted rollers are suitable for polyester resin laminating systems.

What sizes are available?

ROX® Aluminium Fluted Rollers are available in multiple sizes to suit different project requirements.

Are fluted rollers reusable?

Yes. Properly cleaned rollers can be reused for multiple projects.

What industries use fluted rollers?

Marine, automotive, construction, industrial and composite manufacturing industries commonly use them.

How do fluted rollers improve laminate quality?

They improve consolidation, resin distribution and fibre wet-out while reducing voids.

Aluminium Fluted Rollers vs Standard Paint Rollers
Feature Aluminium Fluted Roller Standard Paint Roller
Air Bubble Removal Excellent No
Fibreglass Laminating Yes No
Composite Manufacturing Yes No
Resin Consolidation Excellent Not Designed For
Laminate Strength Improvement Yes No

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