The reinforcement phase of these materials may consist of glass, carbon or aramid fibers in a matrix of resins such as polyesters, vinyl esters, epoxies or phenolics. Prior to impregnation of the ...

Exel Composites has finalized a purchasing agreement with resin supplier Ineos for more than 100 tonnes of its Envirez bio-based unsaturated polyester (UP) thermoset resin system. This deal will serve ...

Thermoset matrix systems dominate the composites industry because of their reactive nature and ease of impregnation. They begin in a monomeric or oligomeric state, characterized by very low viscosity.

When it comes to composite applications, two characteristics of high-speed trains distinguish their designs from those of conventional trains. First, notes François Lacôte, senior vice president, ...

In resin systems, additives adapt the base resins for particular applications and, thus, help differentiate products in the marketplace. Sometimes known as modifiers — a class distinction more ...