EWR fiber-cloth
Suitable for reinforcement, thermal insulation and protection of the hull elements of your vessel.
Roll width - 1,0-1,27 m.,
Density (g/m2) - 300 - 1000 g/m2
Oiler - silane.
Composite material properties:
- high density
- good dielectric
- thermal protection
- ecological
- not flammable or explosive
- good resistance to crushing
Glass fiber and fiberglass in shipbuilding: strength, lightness and durability
Shipbuilding is one of the key industries where composite materials based on fiberglass and fiberglass have long occupied a leading position.
Their unique properties - strength with minimal weight, resistance to corrosion and water - make them indispensable in the production and repair of watercraft.
From small fishing boats to modern yachts and even military boats - fiberglass structures provide reliability and a long service life.
Advantages of fiberglass and fiberglass in shipbuilding
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Lightness and strength
Fiberglass is several times lighter than steel, but at the same time has high mechanical strength.
This allows you to create ships with better performance characteristics (speed, maneuverability) without losing resistance to loads.
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Corrosion resistance
Unlike metals, fiberglass does not rust in salt water, which is especially important for sea vessels.
This significantly reduces maintenance costs and increases the service life.
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Flexibility of forms
Fiberglass easily takes any shape, which allows you to create streamlined hulls of complex designs.
Manual laying or spraying technology provides freedom in design.
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Repairability
Damaged areas of the hull can be quickly restored using fiberglass and polymer resins.
This is cheaper than repairing metal or wooden structures.
Main applications in shipbuilding
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Ship hulls
Most modern small vessels (boats, motor boats, yachts) are made of fiberglass.
The material provides water resistance, resistance to impacts and temperature changes.
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Decks and bulkheads
Fiberglass impregnated with epoxy resin is used to create lightweight and rigid deck flooring, partitions and interior elements.
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Repair work
Fiberglass is used to restore cracks, holes and areas with wear, which is especially in demand in the service docks of Primorsky Krai.
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Strengthening structures
Metal or wooden elements are often reinforced with fiberglass to increase their durability in aggressive marine environments.
Prospects in the industry
As technology advances, composite materials are becoming even more popular.
For example, the use of carbon glass (a hybrid of fiberglass and carbon fiber) allows for the creation of super-strong and lightweight hulls for racing yachts and boats.
In addition, the environmental friendliness and recyclability of fiberglass make them the material of the future in the context of increasingly stringent environmental regulations.