The need to be more sustainable in the composites sector is crucial due to growing environmental awareness and the urgency to address challenges related to more conscious resource management.
Conventional manufacturing of composite materials often involves the use of non-renewable resources and the resulting generation of non-biodegradable waste, which further impacts the environmental footprint. The adoption of more sustainable practices in the production of composite materials ensures the possibility of building a better future together.
At Global Composites, sustainability is a defining feature of the solutions we offer for hand lay-up and spray-up processes, which is why we have the first recyclable resin in the entire composites’ industry: EzCiclo ♻️. A system based on 100% recyclable thermosetting resins developed by Swancor that has set a milestone in the manufacture of composites. It is 100% recyclable, which reduces the carbon footprint to a minimum. Want to know more? Read this.
Specifically, the recommended recyclable resin is EzCiclo ♻️ RH513 HDT 95 – 105ºC, designed for open mold applications, including hand lay-up and spray-up The resulting composite material can be further degraded by the non-aggressive solvent, CleaVER, for enhanced efficiency. You can find detailed information about this product here.
Other recommended products for this type of process:
- Epoxy resins due to their high mechanical properties and low shrinkage
- – SW 2513 A/B Tg 75 – 100º
- – SW 2217 A/B Tg 55 – 60º
- – SW 2713 A/B Tg 85 – 100º
You can see the most suitable for hand lay-up here.
- Acrylic resin, flame retardant of the UMAR 8513 series
- – EN 45545 R1 HL2
- – EN 13501 Bs2 d1
- Vinylester resins
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Would it be possible to innovate and lead the industry towards a more sustainable future?
The transition towards sustainability in the industry not only responds to ethical and regulatory demands, but also drives innovation and long-term competitiveness by meeting the expectations of an increasingly eco-efficiency and environmentally responsible market.
Implementing a sustainable approach at all stages of composite manufacturing can present challenges, but it is achievable. The transition into more environmentally friendly methods involves replacing conventional chemicals with environmentally friendly alternatives. From this perspective, Global Composites also provides solutions related to efficient and environmentally friendly biodegradable cleaning. Main features of these products:
🔵 Acetone-free
🔵 Non-flammable
🔵 Reusable
🔵 Biodegradable
In addition, it is essential to consider waste management and ensure that cleaning products do not have any negative impact on the environment. Regulations have become stricter, so the composites’ industry must further foster the implementation of more environmentally friendly practices.
A 0% waste generation service? You may be interested in the advantages of the KITTING engineering service provided by Global Composites.
The composite materials industry is at a crucial moment in which innovation and sustainability must go hand in hand, starting with the choice of techniques and tools for hand lay-up and spray-up processes. The combination of efficiency, customization and sustainability defines the path to a future where composite materials not only meet technical requirements, but also embrace a commitment to environmental responsibility.
