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Contact Molding
(Spray Up)
Catalysts, promoted
resin and chopped roving are simultaneously applied with special
spray guns mounted on electronically controlled carts, allowing
for even distribution of material.
Contact Molding
(Hand Lay Up)
Catalyzed resin is
mixed and applied to the glass fibers which are placed over
a mold. This laminate is then rolled with steel rollers. Products
utilizing this method are pipe, tanks, fittings and panels.
Pultrusion
This is a continuous
process with roving and reinforcement material being pulled
through an impregnating bath of catalyzed resin and then pulled
through a heated die. Products made from this method are: I-beams,
channels, wide flange beams, round rods and threaded nuts and
bolts.
Filament Winding
Continuous filament
glass is passed through a bath of catalyzed resin and wound
onto a rotating mold. A 54 3/4 angle is generally employed resulting
in a 2:1 Hoop-Axial ratio. Other wind angles or combinations
can be obtained to suit design requirments. Products using this
method are: Tanks, pipe (including bell & spigot O-ring
design), process vessels and ducting.
Resin Transfer
Molding (RTM)
RTM is relatively
low pressure injection type molding. This type of process results
in a product with good tolerances and molded finish on both
sides. It is an excellent choice for intermediate runs of 500
to 5000 parts. Products utilizing this method are: small boxes
and containers, furniture, custom made covers, small boats,
automotive and aircraft parts.
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