FILON PRODUCTS LTD
UNIT 3 RING ROAD
ZONE 2
BURNTWOOD BUSINESS PARK
BURNTWOOD
STAFFORDSHIRE WS7 3JQ
Tel: 01543 687300
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Suppliers of: GRP Rooflights GRP profiled Sheets, Corrugated Roofing sheets, Profiled Roofing Sheets, GRP Cladding, GRP Over-Roofing Sheets, Roof Refurbishment, Translucent Roofing Panels, GRP Skylights
Profiled GRP rooflights and roof sheets, flat roofing products and components, valley gutters and accessories for domestic housing, flat sheet products for signage and other applications… Filon Products is a leader and innovator in GRP products for building and construction as well as other specialist markets including oil and gas, chemicals, marine, transportation and others. You may know us for our famous range of GRP profiled roofing products, but there’s so much more to Filon Products than that.
GRP Rooflights and Profiled Sheets
FILON has been supplying high-quality, industrial rooflights to the building and construction industry for more than 60 years. Our profiled rooflights are made from glass reinforced polyester resin (GRP) – also known as fibreglass – with unique light diffusing additives that scatter light to provide effective daylighting without hot spots, excessive glare or shadow. Available in over 900 different profiles, our products are designed to match all current and most discontinued asbestos cement and metal roofing profiles.
STANDARD RANGE:
FILON STANDARD PROFILED GRP ROOFLIGHTS AND SHEETS
ENHANCED REINFORCEMENT RANGE:
FILON STANDARD PROFILED GRP ROOFLIGHTS AND SHEETS
INSULATING ROOFLIGHTS:
FILON FAIRs GRP factory assembled insulating rooflights are manufactured using high-quality FILON Glass Reinforced Polyester (GRP) to provide a simple in-plane rooflight solution in composite panel roofs and walls. They are designed to provide high levels of natural light, with double and triple skin rooflights available to provide a range of insulation values. FILON GRP sheets scatter transmitted light, to ensure even light distribution without internal glare, excessive shadow or hot spots.
INTERNAL ROOFLIGHTS / LAYLIGHTS:
Internal rooflights, commonly known as laylights, are often required when working with discontinued roofing systems within older industrial buildings. In order to create seamless light transmission and insulation while not compromising existing traditional construction, we created Filon Filites – a smart, modern-day laylight solution for discontinued roofing systems. Filon Filites are factory-assembled double-skin translucent internal rooflights manufactured from Filon GRP sheets. Designed for internal linings and used with suspended ceilings and purlin linings, our double-skin GRP box rooflights work seamlessly with external rooflights, allowing natural light to pass through whilst maintaining balanced insulation levels.
GRP BARREL VAULTS:
Filon Monarch-F GRP Barrel Vault Rooflights are a series of arched, barrel-shaped rooflights set in a parallel configuration to create a continuous vaulted rooflight that provides exceptional light transmission and durability. Our GRP Barrel Vaults are designed for use on standing seam and secret fix roofing systems, continuous ridge applications and flat roofs – making them an ideal choice for a wide range of commercial and industrial roofing applications, such as factories, warehouses and retail spaces. They are also suitable for shallow roof pitches and curved roofs down to a minimum 25m radius. Known for its extreme durability, high impact resistance and ease of handling, we’re proud to manufacture our Filon Monarch-F Barrel Vault Rooflights from high-quality glass-reinforced plastic (GRP) to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness from day one until years to come.
CITADEL SHEETS:
FILON Citadel sheets serve as a durable substitute for steel sheets in hostile settings that promote the decay and corrosion of metals. This makes it ideal for construction projects such as galvanizing plants, aluminium smelting works, fertiliser plants, composting facilities, coastal and marine buildings, chemical works, and many other similar applications. FILON Citadel is utilised extensively in these aggressive and corrosive environments as a roofing and wall cladding solution, and is offered in a broad variety of profiles, along with translucent and opaque colours and tints.
HORTICULTURAL SHEETS:
Filon Fotolite Profiled GRP sheets have been designed to meet the diverse demands of the horticulture industry and help you create the most ideal growing environment. This cost-effective, long-lasting and reliable roofing application maximises balanced light diffusion whilst protecting your products from the elements. Manufactured from specially developed glass-reinforced plastic (GRP) using polyester resins and glass reinforcement matting, our Filon Fotolite GRP sheets boast the unrivalled benefits of this specialised composite material.
ROOF REFURBISHMENT AND OVER-ROOFING SYSTEM:
The patented FILON Over-roofing system has an incredible range of benefits for building refurbishment – from time and cost savings to reduced environmental impact and more. Our refurb over-roofing products have been proven in countless diverse applications throughout the UK and Ireland – from factories and industrial units to leisure centres, retail stores and local authority housing. Utilising durable profiled GRP sheets, FILON Over-roofing is designed to provide a quick, trouble-free and economical solution for a new waterproof skin over an existing roof, whatever its condition.
FILON REFURBISHMENT SHEETS:
Filon DR Refurb GRP sheets are available in translucent or opaque colours as a replacement for old or damaged profiled roofing sheets – including profiles which have been discontinued. Contact us today to find out more or to make an enquiry. You can also take a look at our roof refurbishment magazine to discover the benefits of refurbishment sheets for your roof.
FIXSAFE – SAFETY FIXING SYSTEM
Figures published by the Health & Safety Executive show that falls through fragile roofing could equate to nearly 30% of fatal accidents in the construction industry. The Filon Fixsafe safety fixing system has been developed to address this problem, to safely replace GRP roof sheets and rooflights from inside a building, avoiding the need to access the roof from above.
NEW HERITAGE VALLEY - GRP ROOF VALLEY TROUGH:
Heritage Valley by Filon is a ground-breaking, patent-pending GRP valley trough that creates a close-mitred valley appearance using cost-effective and simple methods. Designed for use on slate and plain-tiled roofs, Heritage Valley is installed beneath roof tiles and slates, eliminating the need for expensive lead soakers. The one-of-a-kind, innovative ‘S’ design creates a wider drainage channel whilst maintaining narrow tile support ledges, significantly reducing the number of slate and a half and tile and a half that are needed going into the valley. These combined qualities ensure Filon contractors and clients can enjoy the desirable heritage aesthetic for less cost than a normal dry fix or open valley trough.
V-FLOW VALLEY TROUGHS:
Filon V-Flow Valley Troughs have been designed as a lightweight, durable and cost-effective alternative to traditional lead roof gutters, providing an efficient channel to direct and collect water run-off. Manufactured from glass-reinforced plastic (GRP), our GRP Roof Valley Troughs boast the unrivalled benefits of this fantastic composite material.
FILON MULTICLAD:
Filon Multiclad is an opaque white glass reinforced polyester (GRP) panel with a tough, wear-resistant ‘cracked ice’ embossed finish for wall cladding applications. It’s non-toxic and compliant with Code of Practice for use in food preparation areas. The surface is highly scratch and stain resistant and is unaffected by blood, detergents, antiseptics or steam cleaning making it the perfect hygienic cladding material for food preparation areas and abattoirs. The depth of embossing is insufficient to retain dirt but enough to prevent direct ‘run off’ during cleaning. This enables the surface to be more easily and antiseptically cleansed.
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Filon Products Ltd - Non-Fragility Testing Explained
When it comes to roofing, safety must always come first. Non-fragility testing acts as a vital industry standard, helping us define and categorise roofing materials and assemblies based on their performance and safety criteria. At Filon, non-fragility testing is at the heart of ensuring we provide durable, reliable solutions tailored to your application needs.
It’s a common misconception but there are a number of factors that will go into choosing the material for your roof, and different specifications hold different merits. Here, we’ll walk you through what non-fragility testing entails, the various classifications and how these tests guide the selection of the right roofing system for your project.
Why Is Non-Fragility Testing Important in Roofing?
Non-fragility testing ensures safety across a wide range of roofing applications by determining the strength and integrity of roofing assemblies. For customers and contractors, it provides a clear understanding of the performance you can expect from different materials.
By using these tests, we’re able to provide detailed guidance on the safest and most suitable roofing solution for your specific needs. Roof structures are key to the safety and functionality of a building, which makes this testing an essential step in the decision-making process.
Non-Fragility Classifications for Roofing
Non-fragility testing results in four main classifications:
Fragile
A roof that cannot support the weight of a falling person.
Class C Non-Fragile
A roof that withstands a single drop test and retains the 45kg sandbag for at least 5 minutes.
Class B Non-Fragile
A roof capable of enduring two drop tests and holding the 45kg sandbag for 5 minutes after each test.
Class A Non-Fragile
Offering the highest performance, Class A roofs pass the same criteria as Class B but show no visible damage, meaning there’s no risk of accelerated assembly degradation over time.
It’s crucial to note that Class A non-fragile roofs aren’t always necessary. The choice of classification depends on the specific needs of the project. For most building applications, Class B or Class C systems provide suitable, safe solutions.
Why Choose Filon?
With over six decades of expertise in roofing and rooflight solutions, Filon is a trusted name in the industry. Offering a range of more than 1,400 profiles, 7 thickness options, and multiple reinforcement types, we manufacture products designed to meet varying degrees of non-fragility and load-bearing capability. Whether you’re replacing an existing system or embarking on a new project, we have the materials and expertise to help.
At Filon, we’re proud to provide solutions that combine safety, performance and long-term value.
We are here to help support you in creating the roof that is right for your setting and application, from the rooflights through to the build. We have been experts in roofing and rooflights since the late 1950s, and from replacing to installing new, we’ve got you covered.
Contact us now to discuss your requirements. Whether you need technical guidance, a quote, or further information, Filon has you covered.
Filon’s Path to Sustainability
Our impact
We understand that as a business we have a significant environmental impact, but we want to take the time to understand that on a deeper level, and to be able to share our findings and commitments.
During 2024, we were assessed by EcoVadis and achieved a bronze medal for our first scorecard. Not bad for our first time around and we will continue to work with this model which reflects the quality of the company’s sustainability management system and commitment to improve and become a more sustainable business.
Our energy
We have been carrying out energy audits through Sensorfact metering, and engaging our teams in the findings and what our reduction plans are.
In February, we saw the replacement of our Substation transformer to one with new tech that is more energy efficient, and we are carrying out periodic ultrasonic leak detection on the Compressed air system to ensure that we are being as responsible as we can here.
We also switched to a 100% renewable electricity tariff which has been a huge step forward within the business, along with installing infrared heaters and destratification fans on the shop floor to make heating the factory more efficient and reduce emissions here, too.
Our commitments
We are committed to sharing our goals and findings, and in January of 2025 we produced our first EPDs (Environmental Product Declaration) which shared the environmental impact of our rooflights.
Sustainability is a journey, and right now we are committed to being the best version of the business that we can be for the benefit of our employees, shareholders, customers, suppliers and local communities.
Filon Products Limited
Unit 3 Ring Road, Zone 2, Burntwood
Business Park, Burntwood,
Staffordshire, England WS7 3JQ
Tel. +44 (0)1543 687300
email: sales@filon.co.uk
