Launched at the JEC World 2016 show, Polymat FR is a new 3D reinforcement textile developed by Scott & Fyfe specifically for high performance composite applications where strength, weight reduction and fire performance are critical parameters – for example, in the transportation, construction and marine sectors.
Intended for closed moulding processes including RTM & L-RTM, its core is composed from glass yarns knitted with an architecture that allows for fast resin flow even when combined with highly filled resin systems, leading to improved productivity, reduced rework and an ability to satisfy the highest levels of fire retardancy for composite parts, such as EN45545-2 for the rail industry (up to level HL3).
In addition to the aforementioned benefits, the product’s knitted glass core also provides a significant contribution to the mechanical properties of the laminate versus similar ‘flow mat’ type products that utilise a polypropylene fibre core.
