Structural Core Materials from SP-High Modulus
Cores in a sandwich construction are specified by designers and architects to increase stiffness and reduce the weight of a composite structure. SP-High Modulus has a range of core materials to fit almost any specification or manufacturing process.
Corecell™ is a structural foam core material using a SAN polymer base featuring high toughness and impact resistant characteristics. Corecell™ has become widely accepted for the construction of large, high performance structures. It is the latest in foam core technology and although originally developed for the marine industry, it is now used in other applications such as wind turbines and subsea vessels. Corecell™ grades have various type approvals including the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), Det Norske Veritas (DNV), Germanischer Lloyd (GL), Registro Italiano Navale (RINA) and Bureau Veritas (BV). Please check for additional product approvals.
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PVCell® G-Foam is a closed cell, cross-linked PVC foam. It provides high strength to weight ratio for all composite applications. Other key features of PVCell include outstanding chemical resistance, low water absorption and excellent thermal insulation capabilities. It is compatible with most common resin systems including epoxy, polyester and vinylester. PVCell® has various approvals including:Germanischer Lloyd (GL),Det Norske Veritas (DNV), American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), Registro Italiano Navale (RINA).
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G-PET is a highly adaptable, recyclable, thermoplastic core material with good balance of mechanical properties, temperature resistance, density and cost for a wide range of applications and processes. It is compatible with a wide range of resin systems. It offers class leading damage tolerance and ductility with high shear elongation properties.
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Balsaflex® is the classic end-grain balsa wood core, featuring very high strength to weight ratio. Balsaflex® is available in range of densities, thickness and format/finish. Balsaflex® is approved by Germanischer Lloyd (GL).
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