Solid Fiberglass Rib Skeleton

Umbrellas face tough challenges resulting from long hours of exposure to all types of weather,
from high winds and rain to blazing sun and salt air. FiberBuilt has developed a unique line of
beach and patio Umbrellas that are made not only to endure these harsh conditions,
but also to provide the consumers with quality, choice and longevity.

A key component to our umbrellas, and what clearly distinguishes us, is our fiberglass support “RIBS”. (You have seen fiberglass perform for many years in products like fishing poles, golf club shafts and boats.)

Unlike traditional metal and wood ribs, our fiberglass ribs are strong and resilient - bending and flexing - to absorb wind without breaking or disfiguring. This flexibility, combined with an inherent resistance to rust and corrosion, results in umbrellas that last four to five times longer than traditional steel or wood ribbed umbrellas.

“ The use of fiberglass ribs in the umbrella is a key to the stability of the umbrella to resist damage. The rib structure is sufficiently rigid to support the canopy, but has an excellent ability to elastically flex and return to its original position without any damage to the ribs or the canopy material.”
Dr. Marc Zampinho’s conclusions as a result of the 57 mph wind test applied to our umbrellas.

Dr. Zampinho holds Doctoral Degrees in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
and is part of Florida International University Department of Mechanical Engineering.