Xamax Industries, Inc. is a reputable manufacturer and supplier of Thermoset FRP products. We utilize high-grade thermoset composites and fibers to design and develop FRP products for various industries. Discover how it’s made, why we use thermosets, industries that rely on it, and its main applications below.
How is a Thermoset FRP Made?
Thermoset fiber-reinforced polymers (FRP) are made through the pultrusion process, a highly automated fiber laminating process that creates high fiber profiles with constant cross-section. We specialize in FRP made with thermoset materials as the polymer matrix due to their ease of processing.
Apart from thermoset materials, fiber reinforcements are required. An example is glass fiber composites. However, depending on the end-use, carbon and aramid fiber composites are also acceptable. Xamax Composite Surface Veils can also be added while the pultruded composites are manufactured to prevent erosion or fiber bloom.
Benefits of Thermoset for FRP
Apart from ease of manufacturing, thermoset resins are one of the usual pultrusion materials we use in creating FRPs because they produce superior quality products at low raw-material costs.
Some of its benefits include:
- Resistance to high temperatures and heat
- Excellent resistance against chemicals
- Impact and abrasion resistance
- High fatigue strength
- Exceptional finishes after polishing and painting
- Tailored elasticity
With the addition of surface veils, FRPs become more resistant to corrosion and ultraviolet light. Furthermore, Xamax Industries, Inc. has extensive experience working with different types of high-performance thermoset composites to provide guaranteed solutions tailored to your unique project needs.
Applications of Thermoset FRP
Thermoset FRP products are used in many demanding industries to protect surfaces exposed to harsh and stressful environments.
Some typical applications of Thermoset FRP include:
- Automotive: FRPs are used as an alternative to metal when creating automobile body sidings, as they decrease product weight while improving its overall performance. It can help reduce fluid consumption while increasing speed.
- Aerospace: Tolerates harsh environments and extreme temperatures while offering high tensile strength. Carbon FRPs can also reduce weight by 25% without compromising strength.
- Marine: FRPs can enhance corrosion resistance by replacing wood and metal parts in marine infrastructures. It may also reduce structural weight for better fuel efficiency. Other applications include sea platforms, floating causeways, and rolling bridges.
- Power: Thermoset FRPs are expected to rise in demand in the following years in the power and energy industries. FRPs generally are electrically insulative, resist rugged chemicals, and resist degradation due to high temperatures, which is valuable in electrical components. Meanwhile, Glass FRPs are non-magnetic and don’t spark, which is ideal for power components.
- Construction: Used to repair damage or enhance payload capacity, FRPs are commonly used in existing structures like beams, columns, and slabs found in bridges or roads. These are useful in older structures that can’t handle current load requirements.
Other industries include consumer goods, protective gear, and industrial, to name a few. With FRPs being a helpful solution that’s cost-effective and long-lasting, more and more applications are expected to be fulfilled due to their superior features.
Choose Xamax Industries to Work on Your Next Project
Thermoset FRP products are found in stringent environments and are used in countless essential applications. With these high-profile materials, we can drive success to your projects, no matter the needs and requirements.
If you’re interested and want to know more about our services, feel free to contact us today. Our team will find a solution tailored to your specifications and prerequisites.