1February 2009February 2009
CELEBRATING 21 YEARS OF INNOVATION!
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Nida-Core Corp.’s state of the art 6300 M2 Port St. Lucie, Florida Technology Center
Nida-Core Structiso headquarters in FranceNida-Core Canada distribution center Nida-Core India Regional Office Building
Nida-Core Corp. locations
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Nida-Core Team
Administrative: President - Damien J. Jacquinet
Business Development Manager - Tim Johnson
National Sales Manager - Nick Dan
Marketing Director - Jack Lugus
Technical Director - Jeff Bootz
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Providing solutions for composites industry for over 21 years
World leader in plastic honeycomb technology
Serving marine, transportation and architectural industries
What is RIGID-ELASTIC TECHNOLOGY?
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WHY SANDWICH CONSTRUCTION?I-Beam Principle
Reduced weight
Increased stiffness, impact strength, resiliency, insulation, puncture resistance
Reduced operating costs, higher payloads, better fuel economy
Noise & vibration dampening, thermal insulation
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AVAILABLE CORE MATERIALSBalsaPlywoodPolyurethane-polyisocyanurate foamsPVC Linear foamsPVC Cross-linked foamsSAN foamsPET foamsPaper honeycombAluminum honeycombPlastic honeycomb
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BALSA & PLYWOOD
Good mechanical properties in thin grades under ideal circumstancesRelatively inexpensive
Subject to rotUnsatisfactory impact strengthCatastrophic core failure past ultimate stress point.Moisture inhibition
NEGATIVE POSITIVE
ELASTICITY 20-30%
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PVC CROSSLINKED and LINEAR FOAMS
Good impact resistance
Easily conforms to intricate shapes
Good insulator
Expensive
Thermal resistance to 90 Degrees Celsius
Difficult to process
Compromised chemical resistance
POSITIVE NEGATIVE
ELONGATION 30-50%
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SAN(styrene acrylonitrile) FOAMS
Improved impact resistanceModerate temperature tolerance(95 Degrees C)Chemical resistanceGood processability
ExpensiveCan be attacked by styreneHard to detect core failureCatastrophic core failure beyond ultimate stress pointCrack propagationDelamination
POSITIVE NEGATIVE
ELONGATION 60-80%
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PET(Polyethylene teraphthalate)POSITIVE NEGATIVE
• Improved impact resistance• GREAT temperature
tolerance(175 Degrees C)• Chemical resistance• Thermo formable• Environmentally friendly
manufacture of foam
• Expensive• Catastrophic core failure beyond
ultimate stress point• Crack propagation• Unisotropic• Loses mechanical properties
when heated • Available only in 100 kg/m3 and
150 kg/m3 densities
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PLASTIC STRUCTURAL HONEYCOMB
Moderate insulator R=3.3 per 25 mm
Beveled edge processing
Inserts required for screw retention
InexpensiveNO catastrophic failureExcellent impact, chemical, fatigue resistanceExcellent sound attenuation(natural harmonic150 Hz) –up to 22dB reductionThermo formableExcellent processabiltyGood temperature resistance up to 110 C
NEGATIVE POSITIVE
ELONGATION up to 200%
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ACOUSTICS
Nida-Core ® honeycombs have excellent acoustical characteristics because of their composition of polypropylene, a visco-elastic material, ready to absorb vibrations.Damping propertiesSound absorption propertiesSound insulation properties
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VIBRATION DAMPINGThe damping properties of a material are it’s capacity to
lower the vibrations of either mechanical or acoustical origins. A material has good damping properties if it releases low vibration levels, consequently it has a low acoustical radiation. Conversely, a poor damping material easily starts to vibrate at the lowest stimulation applied upon it.
The damping capacity is characterised by the loss factor η, with values generally between 0 and 1. The Young’s modulus of the material has an influence on this factor.
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Vibration Level on the Bulkheads for a Motor Boatversus Engine Rotation Speed
Sandwich panel containing 25mm of Nida-Core
Sandwich panel with a 25mm wooden-based core
Sandwich panel with a 25mm wooden-based coreand a 900 g/m² viscoelastic damping sheet
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SOUND ABSORPTIONThe acoustic absorption is the property that prevents sound
reflection. To have a good absorption level, the material must be able to trap the sound waves. This is true for porous materials and honeycombs as the sound wave reflection is limited. The acoustical absorption is characterized by the "α sabine" factor. This factor is between 0 and 1. It is higher as the absorption level is increasing.
To have an efficient absorption level, the Nida-Core ® has to be covered on one side with an air porous facing. The sound waves get inside the cells and then are trapped as for an Helmoltz resonator: they rebound inside on the walls until they are completely absorbed.
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Acoustic Absorption Factorversus Frequency
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Porous decorative glass fabric on a Nida-Corethickness 60mmMineral granules glued with a resinover 40mm of Nida-Core
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SOUND INSULATIONThe acoustic properties for an element dividing two rooms
are defined by its ability to lower the noise released from one side and its perception on the other side.
The insulation is characterized by the attenuation factor quoted R, which is the difference between the released and received intensities.
This may range from a few decibels to several ten decibels (Decibels are calculated from a logarithmic scale. A 3dB decrease represents a decrease of half of the sound intensity).
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SOUND INSULATIONIt is important to differentiate two types of partition
for the acoustic insulation analysis:If we consider a structure with a single homogenous
partition, the only factor which increases sound insulation is the mass. The heavier is the partition, better is the insulation. If we consider a composite structure
(mass/spring/mass), which means an alternation of heavy layers and damping layers, it is then more difficult to define the attenuation factor.
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SOUND INSULATIONTo simplify such a structure, the first "mass" vibrates and transmits
the waves to the "spring". This "spring" then transmits the vibrations to the second "mass", but because of its composition, it damps them. Such a structure has a resonance frequency where itsattenuation factor is low, but by modifying the mass for the partitions, it is possible to "choose" this resonance frequency.
For example, an objective may be to achieve a structure resonance frequency under 90 Hz, which is the lower limit of the defined spectrum for the acoustics in the structure. The attenuation factor for a composite structure, as soon as we are above the resonancefrequency, is in all cases above the value obtained with the heavy mass alone.
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SOUND INSULATIONNida-Core ® honeycombs are used to achieve light structural
sandwich panels. In these composite panels, the honeycomb functions as a spring as related above. The facings of the sandwich panels are the heavy mass of the structure. Thus, it is possible to have a very good attenuation factor for the sandwich structure made with Nida-Core ®.
The acoustical properties for sandwich panels made with Nida-Core ® are affected by many parameters (the facing types which cover the Nida-Core ®, the dimensions and fixation types, the acoustical waves and frequencies applied). It is not possible to detail all characteristics, butonly provide indicative values with different facings and under various acoustical solicitations:
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Polyester Scrim Cloth for 100% bonding surface
Polypropylene plastic barrier film under scrim 50µ to 300µ for Infusion and RTM to limit resin consumption
Copolymer PolypropyleneExtruded 0.005 mm Wall Thickness
How is Nida-Core H8PP made?
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Nida-Core Structural Honeycomb Technology
vs. PVC, SAN and PET foamsNida-Core Corp. is a marine industry specialist for over 21
years. We do not abandon our customers for higher margin
opportunities overseas.
Nida-Core mechanical properties are largely derived from its
honeycomb shape and are especially efficient in thicker grades,
therefore it is not as dependent on price of petroleum based
raw materials, unlike foams.
Nida-Core Structural Honeycomb is made from one of the most
chemically resistant materials, polypropylene, unaffected by styrene.
Nida-Core can be vacuum bagged to intricate shapes in large
sheets, eliminating need for scored core, and associated
problems like print through issues and inter laminar water
migration issues.Nida-Core’s reduced thermal efficiency, as compared to foams,
results in lower laminate temperatures, increasing longevity of
gel coat finish and preventing cosmetic defect relating to post
curing of the laminates.
Nida-Core Structural Honeycombs offer substantial cost savings as compared to any structural foams.
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Nida-Core Structural Honeycomb Technology
vs. Balsawood core
No need to over engineer laminates for adequate safety margins due to the
NO CATASTROPHIC failure mode of Nida-Core Structural Sandwich composite.
Reduced risk of delamination due to the low styrene levels of modern resins
and moisture inhibition problems frequently experienced thereof.
Stable supply and pricing. Over 2 million sq. ft in stock for immediate
delivery and over 30% cost savings when compared to equivalent thickness
balsawood.
Availability of large sheets (1.2X2.4 m) and corresponding material and cost
savings due to cutting and installing efficiency.
Near perfect track record in 21 years in marine industry. Over 40,000 boats
built with Nida-Core Structural Honeycomb in year 2007. (hulls, decks,
bulkheads etc.)Substantial reduction in NVH levels as compared to balsawood due to the
constrained layer damping effect of viscoelastic honeycomb.
Customers demand lower maintenance, NO ROT, wood free boats.
Core cost is < 1% of typical boat cost. Why take a chance?
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MATERIAL ELONGATION COMPARISON CHART in %
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BALSAPU FOAMCL PVCLIN PVCSAN FOAMPAPER HCALU HCPLASTIC HCPET
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NIDACORE FC 55
Engineered resilience, Structural, SeparationSeating
Separation, Energy absorptionProtection (sports, industrial)
Structural, Separation , Fluid transportErosion control
Non absorbing underlay, Energy absorption, SeparationFlooring
Ease of Use, Structural, Separation, Fluid transportGravel Replacement
Structural, Separation, Light weightPanel
Separation, Fluid transport, Laminar flowFluid Movement
Key PropertyAPPLICATION
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CUSTOMERS
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Laminate Bulkers: Nida-Core Matline - why you can achieve higher mechanical properties with Matline Laminate Bulker ?
Most laminate bulkers available in the marketplace today are composed of polyester fiber and glass micro spheres. Only Nida-Core Matline has OMNI-DIRECTIONAL fiber orientation. Compared to linear fiber orientation(like most other competitors) omni-directional fiber provides equal strength characteristics in both directions. Matline published thicknesses correspond to REAL thickness of material sold.
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NIDA-CORE PANELS• Wet laminated vaccuum bagged composite panels up to 3X15 m size with optional gelcoat surface in 40 stock colors. Large inventory worldwide.
•Choice of core: Structural Honeycombs in various cell sizes, Balsalite, Foamline and NidaFusion STO Triangulated pin.
•Skins include 600 GSM Woven Roving, 1200 GSM Woven Roving, Biaxials, Luan, Okoume, High Pressure Laminates, Metals, Wood Veneers, Stone and Marble, ThermoPlastics.
•250 ton Oil Zone Heated conveyorized press , pneumatic presses. CNC cut to size. Ideal for floor, sidewall, marine bulkhead and interior assembly. Fast turnaround times.
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• NidaBond CBC(CoreBonding Compound)
•NidaBond RFC(RadiusFilleting Compound)
•NidaBond APC(All Purpose Compound)
•NidaBond PTC (Pourable Transom Compound)
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NidaBond Pourable Ceramic Transom Compound, with 7 X stronger compression strength than marine plywood. Fix it once, fix it right! From inside the hull, cut inside laminate around the outer perimeter of the transom. If possible, peel off the laminate in one piece, for later reuse, or to use as template for making” the dam.
Remove all rotted and damaged material , down to the outside hull laminate.
Reinstall the inside laminate piece, that you previously peeled, or place “dam “(fiberglass or plywood) in place, with desired spacing from the outside hull laminate. If you create a new dam, we strongly recommend you laminate the dam prior to installing it, outside the hull ,with desired laminate thickness. This will create a primary chemical and mechanical bond to the cured NidaBond Transom Compound.
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Use fiberglass tape to fiberglass/seal the perimeter of the inside laminate, or dam.
Adequate bracing and reinforcement is necessary to withstand the hydrostatic pressure of the liquid material to be poured into the cavity.
Estimate the volume of your cavity and mix catalyst into the pails of NidaBond, pour into the cavity, preferably a continuous pour of all necessary material.
NidaBond is designed to de-gas and cure by itself without any further input necessary. If you used the DAM method, remove the dam now and laminate the inside of the transom. If you had used the laminated dam method, use fiberglass tape to seal the perimeter of the transom from inside the hull.
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Advancements in Closed Molding of Sandwich Structures
AS Effekt-Scott Bader Scandinavia-Nida-Core Corp. 2009
Feb 5 , 2009, 10:00am, Tallinn,Estonia
Jack LugusDirector of Marketing, Nida-Core Corporation
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NidaFusion
STOSTF
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The Sandwich Material with Triangulated Truss Network
PRINCIPLEA 3-dimensional Fiberglass reinforced foam for fabrication of high-stiffness
low-density structures either flat or highly shaped.
APPLICATIONSShipbuildingTransportation & Freight Insulated Doors & PanelsWind Turbine Blades & NacellesIndustrial Components
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Configuration of NidaFusion STO and NidaFusion STF
Sandwich constructions are made of :
Closed cell foam coreFiberglass reinforcements on each side of the foamFiberglass roving stitched through the 3 elements, thus forming Triangulated Truss Network
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Foam & Reinforcements
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Reinforcement Stitching
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Resin Infusion
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NidaFusion STO and STF Two products perfectly adapted for closed molding processes:
STOFor Single Sided Tooling and Vacuum InfusionWith Rigid Foam to Support Vacuum Pressure
STFfor Closed Tooling and RTM-LiteWith Flexible Foam for Conformity to Shape and Section
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Advantages of NidaFusion STF
Instantaneous cold formingCan be shaped in several directionsAllows for variable sandwich thicknessReduces cycle timeCan be cut with a pair of scissors or a knife.
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Structures with NidaFusion provide:
Excellent Flexural RigidityThe Glass Fiber Truss Network uses the same materials entrusted to skin laminates. They are not sensitive to a loss of properties at elevated working temperatures, as opposed to PP Honeycomb or PVC Foams.
Excellent Fatigue Resistance and Damage ToleranceThe Truss Network and the Skin Reinforcements of the structure are mechanically interlocked, and not dependent upon adhesive bonding and shear properties of an interface between skin and core. This results in a sandwich structure that is exceptionally resistance to delamination, providing superior damage tolerance and fatigue resistance.
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Surface Reinforcements:
All Reinforcements Types may be used:Fiberglas, Aramid, Carbon, etc.Woven Fabrics, Mats, Non-Crimp Fabrics,
NidaFusion is typically produced with only one layer of reinforcement on each side. This ensures that Triangulation Fibers are entrapped within the final laminate. Additional laminating reinforcements provide integrity across joints, determine complete properties and exterior finish.
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The Triangulations are Characterized by:
Step LengthThe distance between stitches, from 10 to 60 mm. Small Step Lengths increase triangulations and mechanical properties. Small Step Lengths increase weight and cost.
Angle45 degrees – For Maximum Shear Resistance60 degrees – For Increased Compression Resistance
Fiber Tex2400 Tex - Used for Highest Mechanical Properties.1200 Tex - Used for Best Surface Finish.
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The Foams :Closed Cell Foams to displace resin during molding. Two types of foam
distinguish the products:
Rigid Foams for the STO:Polyurethane foams (PU)
Excellent Thermal Insulation and Chemical Resistance, with low Friability.
Polyisocyanurate foams (PI)Good Fire ResistanceStandard NF 92501 : M1Standard DIN 4102 : B2Standard B.S. 476 Part 7 : Class 1
Phenolic foams (PH)Improved Fire Resistance without Toxic Fumes.Standard NF 92501 : M1, F1Standard DIN 4102 : B1Standard B.S. 476 Part 6 : Class 0
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The Foams :Flexible Foams for the STF:
Polyethylene (PE)Used for structures with a high thickness variation and/or complex shapes.In practice, these foams are chosen for the manufacturing of small parts.
Polypropylene (PP)For Structures with a low thickness variation, this foam allows the manufacturing of larger parts with higher molding pressures, and tolerance of higher exotherms.The elasticity can be increased locally by compressing it mechanically where necessary. This foam can be shaped at room temperature, then have its shape memorized by heating to 90-100°C during forming.
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4 point bending test and typical Four-Point flexure results
Load nose diameter: 50 mmSpan length L: 440 mmL' = L/2= 220 mmSample length: 550 mmSample width: 50 mmCross head speed: 2 mm/min
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Sample length: 100 mmSample width: 100 mm
Cross head speed: 2 mm/min2 sensors diametrically opposite measure
displacement of the plates.
Compression Test, parameters and behavior in flat-wise compression test
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Sample length: 270 mmSample width: 75 mm
Cross head speed: 2 mm/min
Core shear test and parameters and typical core shear test results
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NIDAFLOW RComparison of Competitive Product
Offerings
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The Competition
Tradename Producer
Rovicore ChomaratMultimat OCVMolding Mat OCVCombimat AhlstromPolymat FlemingsFlomat FGI
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Product ComparisonThe essential components are binderless chopped strand glass
mat separated by a lofted material that pushes the mat toward the mold surfaces and facilitates rapid resin flow.
The combination must permit high drape and maintain cross-section through compound curves.
The products are stitched together by the same machine types used for multiaxial fabrics.
Product offerings are generally based upon up to three thicknesses of “Core”, and three weights of Glass Mat typically balanced.
Product Nomenclature generally follow the rule of designating the glass by weight, and the core either by letter code or according to weight or thickness. [Glass/Core/Glass]
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Product ComparisonRovicore by Chomarat is the original product of this
type developed for closed molding. The “Core” material is typically made of PP Staple
Fibers (Chopped and Crimped). Generally a blend of two fibers, a large diameter fiber to retain loft, and a small diameter fiber to maintain integrity.
The Multimat product of Saint Gobain Technical Fabrics was developed by Syncoglass with a knitted Glass Fiber Core.
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NIDA-Flow
Mold Cavity, mm P300C300 P300D300 P450C450 P450D450 P600C600 P600D6001.52.0 242.5 19 20 273.0 17 17 23 24 303.5 14 15 20 21 26 264.0 13 13 18 18 23 234.5 12 16 17 20 215.0 15 19 195.5 186.0
Low Compression, Easy to displace reinforcement inside the moldHigh Compression, Increased difficulty for Resin Flow% Glass Fiber Content, Recommended Mold Gap
Example: For a 2,5mm part, P300C300 has a 19% glass content, and P300D300 has a 20%,P300C300 will flow better, while P300D300 will have better mechanical performance.
NIDAFlow Application For Different Part Thickness
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VacuumSpace Vacuum
100 km (63 miles)
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Benefits of Vacuum
Eliminates need for heavy reinforced moldsEliminates need for industrial pressProvides economic tooling specification
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Weight of air on our planet
AT sea level 1 cubic metre of air weighs 1.3 kg100 km column 1 cm² air is 1kg (1 bar)Provides mould clamping force of
10 tonnes per m²
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Light RTM
LRTM Growth exceeds all other closed mold processesFocus on optimising LRTM
Process ControlMaterial SystemsTooling Resins
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Light RTM
Light RTM tooling uses matched faced composite moldsAtmospheric pressure clamps the closed moldtogether.The light weight mold structure offers low cost and rapid fabrication, but little or no resistance to injection pressures above atmosphere.Similar to infusion but has reusable tool face on both sides.
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Light RTMLight RTM uses Resin Injection Pumps to meter catalyst and control resin supply.Tooling Resins have been developed for rapid fabrication permitting low part count components to economically use closed mold processing.Specialty reinforcement materials have been developed for filling the mold cavity while providing rapid resin flow and maximizing flexural stiffness.Specialty core materials have been developed to provide sandwich structures while respecting part contours and cross section variations.
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Advancements in Closed Molding of Sandwich Structures
Process Technology improvements permit Closed Molding for increasingly large objects, as well as for smaller series part runs with more economical tooling. New types of core materials facilitate complex shapes and variable cross sections to be achieved without using molded or machined-to-fit cores. Inserts may be integrated to incorporate fastening hardware to avoid additional fabrication steps. Closed Molding is increasingly used for sandwich structures in a wide variety of applications.
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Advantages
labor savingregularity in production no physical contact with the resinstyrene-free workshop environmentlower tooling cost (profitable at +/-80 pieces)quick and easy mold and counter mould productionvarious choice of resininteresting for large parts easy production of sandwich parts
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Universal Insert system
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Typical Light RTM mould for 4.5 M craft
Atmosphere
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Optimisation needs
Increase speed of injection.Automated control of injectionIncreased permeability Shorter gel timesMaintain low cost tooling
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Limitations
10 tons/m² is enough to hold molds closedResin could be injected at more than 1 barRestricts resin injection speed to maintain pressures at or below atmosphereGel times are extended for safety
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Variables
Gel time - knownViscosity - knownTemperature - controlledInjection flow – depends on pressureInjection pressure – depends on flowAtmospheric pressure – knownMould injection pressure - Measured
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Solutions
Provide accurate injection pressure dataRead atmospheric pressure and inject 10mb under for safe and optimum control (0.0147 PSI)
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How to control the pressure ?
Injection pressure controlled from moldInbuilt pressure sensor tells the machine when to slow down.Specially designed to survive FRP shops.Accuracy of 1 mb (0.0147psi) absolute.
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Mould sensor Application
PTFE Electronic PVSensor
- Sensitivity +/- 1 mb
( +/- 0.0147 PSI)
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PVSensor – Inserted in flow channel
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Application Light RTM and Film Infusion
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Multiple sensors for control and data logging
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PVSensor Optimisation system
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Accurate injection pressure control-- Is it enough?
For optimization there is still a need to increase speed.Flow lengths become a limiting factorNeed to stage resin inputPrimarily peripheral.Subsequent new input points to reinstate optimum flow speeds
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Automatic Resin delivery
Old method buckets and pipesNew method Automatic injection ValveTurbo Autosprue ™
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Filling molds automatically and precisely
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Turbo Autosprue
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With optional electronic position sensors
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Operation principles
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Benefits using Autosprues ™
Eliminates wasteful pipe consumablesEliminates valuable time needed to replaceresin feed pipes each cycle.Eliminates contact with resin mixes in workshopReduces risk of air in part.Allows full automation
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Precise pressure control benefits
Enable tool build to the lightest constructionLarge molds can be left to inject automatically.Eliminates human error causing moldoverfill.Saves resin consumptionProvides consistent part thickness.Protects tooling from excessive exotherm
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Further benefits
Removes guesswork and “ black art ”Prevents possible fibre wash.Provides accurate vacuum leak detection.Low density PU and PE foams can be used with confidence…………..example
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Small craft – Deck and hull 148kg
16 weeks - designs, patterns and LRTM tooling, craft in the water.
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Light weight rigid design3 main chamber hull to deck construction providing monocoquevery rigid and sealed chamber profileNidaFusionSTF provides substantial deck strength and keel thickness.
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Structural adhesive points
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20 metres of Structural adhesive
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Light weight mould provides off line production steps
Light weight for efficient production-off line for ease, de-mould, release coat application, gel coating and fibre loading
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Example ofNidaFusionSTF located on a contra deck mold
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NidaFusion STF adheres to counter mold
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Dynamic Seal
Solid V Seal
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Dynamic Seal
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Mould Flange
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Mould clamping
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Mould Flange
Vertical Flange Closing System
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PVSensor provides closed loop auto mould fill control
Mould edge fill pressure controlled
Mould pressure sensor feeds back control signal
Machine speed adjusts
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Universal Insert
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Advantages of staged mold filling
Provides up to 40% increase in mold fill speed.Faster resin gel times can be set .Higher daily production gained.Releases machine more quickly for other mould injection
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Fill Curve for Single Port Injection
Time to fill mold using standard peripheral fill
Mold full line
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Fill Curve for Phased Port Injection
Time saved
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Initial resin flow to first channel zone
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Second Autosprueopens to continue injection
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Initial peripheral flow
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Resin builds pressure as distance from edge increases.
Resin flow substantially decreases after 1m flow length as pressure increases to atmospheric pressure
Initial back pressure LOW
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Strategically placed additional staged resin injection fill lines within moldcavity between
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Additional Mould cavity injection lines
Back pressure now at atmosphere
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Peripheral injection ceases
Resin diverted to new fill point nearer final fill zone
Back pressure again LOW
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Resin continues to flow from deeper points in the mould
Concept of Progressive staged filling of Light RTM mold.
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There still remains the need to control pressure.
As resin is automatically switched so too is the sensing point within the cavity
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Injection StrategyHigh aspect ratio problem
Peripheral Fill
Central Gate
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The vacuum pump
Active carbon filter
Air filter
Electrical regulator
Vacuum pump
Electrical panel
Adjustable vacuum valve
Max vacuum valve
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vaccuostat
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Presentation of the processTYPE RT 121
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The mold
Critical place of the system
Mould
counter mould
Pot to recuperate resin overflow
Trolly
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Detail of the technical flange
Female mold
Rovicore
Male mold
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Detail of the technical flange
Female mold
Rovicore
Closing vacuum Male mold
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Wing seal
Silicon seal
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Production of the mould
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Dimensions in mm
Skin 1
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Sandwich core
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Dimensions of the technical flange
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Use of a profile
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Cutting the profile
Mould border
Cross section
Laminate profiles with 3 coat of mat 450 gr
Mould
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Use of a profile
1. Positioning of the calibrated wax2. Positioning of the profile3. Laminating of counter-mould with the profile
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Fabrication of the technical flange
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Fabrication of the technical flange
First layer of the calibrated wax
Calibrated wax accordingto thickness required
13/64 Inches calibrated wax required
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Fabrication of the technical flange
Silicone seal 25/64 x 13/64 Inches
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Super Glue
Made in France
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Positioning of the silicone seal
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Fabrication of the technical flangeFoam cut to size coveredWith 2 layers of PVC tape
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Fabrication of the technical flange3/64 inches calibrated wax
3 layers of Cork or calibrated wax 1/8 inches
Make radius with plasticine
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Positioning of the accessories
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Example of the resin flow with 1 injection point
Injection Point Location of the vacuum Point
Resin flow
Rovicore
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Example of the resin flow with 2 injection point
Injection Point Location of the vacuum Point
Resin flow
Rovicore
Injection Point
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Influence of the reinforcement
1st vacuum
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Influence of the reinforcement
2nd vacuum
Resin injection
1st vacuum
Injection pressure
End of injectionand closing of the tube
Atmospheric pressure
Core spring back effect
Resin Counter
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The injectorPE or PA 10 x 8 mm tube
Metal part
PTFE part
View from below
PE or PA 25/64 inches (10mm) tube
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Silicone beetwen Injector & laminat
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The vacuum pot
Metal insert
Overflow pot (metal)
Cover with seal
Quick couplingFemale vacuum coupling
"o" ring
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• The longer the distance of theresin flow, the higher thepressure inside the mold.
• In RTM, as in injection in the middle of the mold, we have to reinforce the male mold to avoiddeformation.
•When injecting a closed mold, the more the form is flat the more it is necessary to reinforce it.
• The longer the distance of theresin flow, the higher thepressure inside the mold.
• In RTM, as in injection in the middle of the mold, we have to reinforce the male mold to avoiddeformation.
•When injecting a closed mold, the more the form is flat the more it is necessary to reinforce it.
Distance of the resin flow during injection in classic RTM
Distance of the resin flow during injection in classic RTM
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Distance of the resin flow during injection in Light RTM
Distance of the resin flow during injection in Light RTM
• In Light RTM, injection of theresin around the mold and ables to reduce the resin flow distance.
• As a result, we need lessreinforcement in the mold then in RTM.
• It’s only after we reach a specified resin flow distance thatwe have to reinforce the molds.
• In Light RTM, injection of theresin around the mold and ables to reduce the resin flow distance.
• As a result, we need lessreinforcement in the mold then in RTM.
• It’s only after we reach a specified resin flow distance thatwe have to reinforce the molds.
Vacuum cup
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Internal pressure during Light RTM injection
Internal pressure during Light RTM injection
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Resin flow distance in inches
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Visualisation of internal pressure during the injection
Visualisation of internal pressure during the injection
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Visualisation of internal pressure during the injection
Visualisation of internal pressure during the injection
Atmospheric pressure
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Distance de fluage de la résine en cm
Visualisation of internal pressure during the injection
Visualisation of internal pressure during the injection
Atmospheric pressure
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pressure No pressure vacuum
50 in
-0+
Full vacuum Medium vacuum
Injection of resin
Large Light RTM mold
CP ½’’
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laminate 5/32’’
laminate 5/32’’balsa wood ¾’’laminate 5/32’’
plywood ½‘’laminate 5/32’’Balsa wood ¾’’laminate 5/32’’
Large Light RTM mold
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1st vacuum
Injection sequence
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Medium vacuum
Full vacuum
Injection sequence
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Medium vacuum
Full vacuum
Injection sequence
Deflection zoneof the male mold
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Deflection zoneof the male mold
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Slow-down of the resin flow in the deflection zone of the male mold.
192Injection sequence
Slow-down of the resin flow in the deflection zone of the male mold.
193Injection sequence
Slow-down of the resin flow in the deflection zone of the male mold.
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196Injection sequence
197Injection sequence
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Because of the male mold deflection around thevacuum point, the resin arrive at the same time in the vacuum cup.
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Resin injection
Pression d’injection
Injection sequenceResin counter
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Medium vacuum
Full vacuum
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Resin injection
Pression d’injection
Injection sequenceResin counter
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Medium vacuum
Full vacuum
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Resin injection
Pression d’injection
Injection sequenceResin counter
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Medium vacuum
Full vacuum
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Resin injection
Injection sequenceResin counter
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Full vacuum
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Resin injection
Pression d’injection
Injection sequenceResin counter
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Medium vacuum
Full vacuum
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Resin injection
Injection pressure
End of injection
Injection sequenceResin counter
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Medium vacuum
Full vacuum
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Pression d’injectionAtmospheric pressure
Injection sequenceResin counter
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Medium vacuum
Full vacuum
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Pression d’injectionAtmospheric pressure
Injection sequenceResin counter
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Medium vacuum
Full vacuum
Sping back effect of the NidaFlow
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It’s the combination of the rigidity of the male mold and the spring back effect of the NidaFlow that enables the male mold to return to it’s original form.
Pression d’injectionAtmospheric pressure
Injection sequenceResin counter
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0 5 %0Reset
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Sping back effect of the NidaFlow
Medium vacuum
Full vacuum
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20’’
Deflection zone
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Finally a few further examples
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Equipment used for Jeanneau, France LRTM production42 foot sailing vessel deck
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Light RTM technology in use on many Wind energy large mouldings applications
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Xeroplas Portugal LRTM cored mouldings
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New European Bus exclusively LRTM Molded parts
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“Street Car”a new concept in Urban Buses
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DoubleimpressionLRTM toolFor Malaysia client makes two 3 metre cable traymouldings
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In floor mounting Shower Trays with large section thickness changes
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MARCOPOLO PARADISO GIV- 1983MARCOPOLO PARADISO GIV- 1983
12% PERCENTAGE OF PLASTIC FOR BUSES (COST)
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MARCOPOLO PARADISO GV- 1992MARCOPOLO PARADISO GV- 1992
16% PERCENTAGE OF PLASTIC FOR BUSES (COST)
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MARCOPOLO PARADISO G6- 2000MARCOPOLO PARADISO G6- 2000
20% PERCENTAGE OF PLASTIC FOR BUSES (COST)
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1949
1983
2000
2006
0%
12%
18 %
22%
PERCENTAGE OF PLASTIC FOR BUSES (COST)
PERCENTAGE OF PLASTIC FOR BUSES (COST)
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HISTORY OF PROCESSESHISTORY OF PROCESSES
Spray-Up / Hand Lay-Up
RTM
Vacuum Bag
Vacuum Forming
Injection
PU
Spray-Up / Hand Lay-Up
RTM
Vacuum Bag
Vacuum Forming
Injection
PU
19961996
20062006
80%
39%
0%
8%
1%
3%
4%
8%
38%
0%
15%
4%
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DEVELOPMENTSMVC BRASIL
1996: MVC Starts to produce a truck hood with high pressure RTM process.
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DEVELOPMENTSMVC BRASIL
Steel Mold weights 80 tons:
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DEVELOPMENTSMVC BRASIL
The hood is made of a 3.5mm skin and the structure is given by 11 reinforcements glued inside the hood.
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DEVELOPMENTS MVC BRASIL
2004: New Development with RTM Integrated with NidaFusion STF
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CASE HISTORYMVC BRASIL
ENGINE DOOR for Marcopolo Bus
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CASE HISTORYMVC BRASIL
ENGINE DOOR for Marcopolo Bus
Initially manufactured by Spray-up , using two composites parts and one injected PU core, with the three parts adhesively bonded together.
RTM reduced manufacturing time and improved overall quality of the part.
The new process uses NidaFusion STF with the following benefits:
- Elimination of the PU injected core- Reduction of the steel inserts- Part is 30% lighter, 40% faster to produce and 8% lower cost- Increased mechanical resistance and estimated life cycle of the part- Reduced investment (one mold only compared to three previously)
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ENGINE DOOR COMPARATIVE
19 kg19 kg 13 kg13 kg
355 min355 min 215 min215 min
8% less
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DEVELOPMENTS MVC BRASIL
STRUCTURAL ROOF for Marcopolo Bus
Currently a bus roof is made of:- A steel frame- An outside fiberglass skin- An inside skin (fiberglass, formica, plastic…)- Some inserts (steels, plastic, foam …)
Development consists of replacing all these elements by one RTM Integrated part using NidaFusion STF
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DEVELOPMENTS MVC BRASIL
STRUCTURAL ROOF for Marcopolo Bus
Test mold representing one section of a 6m minibus roof.
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DEVELOPMENTSMVC BRASIL
STRUCTURAL ROOF for Marcopolo Bus
Good Surface Finish Light Stiff
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Light RTMLight RTM
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CURRENT APPLICATIONSCURRENT APPLICATIONS
Front parts BathroomWheel FlareWheel Flare
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CURRENT APPLICATIONSCURRENT APPLICATIONS
Back CoverInternal parts External roof
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