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    Industry Applications

    The Labcut 5000® streamlines composites manufacturing across an array of demanding industries worldwide.

    Aerospace, Automotive, Marine, & Transportation

    Ballistics, Defense, Sensing, & Security

    Building/Construction, Infrastructure, & Public Works

    Electrical, Electronics, & Telecommunications

    Sports & Leisure, Renewable Energy

    Consumer Goods & Business Equipment

    AVIATION

    Advanced composites are used widely in modern military and civilian aviation. The demands made by the aviation industry for materials that are both light and strong have been the main force driving the development of composites. It is common now to find wing and tail sections, propellers, rotor blades and even turbine blades made from advanced composites, along with much of the internal structure and fittings. The airframes of some smaller aircraft are made entirely from composites, as are the wing, tail, and body panels of large commercial aircraft.

    AUTOMOTIVE

    The use of composites is widespread throughout performance automotive fields. The light weight and high-strength properties of composites make them ideal materials for body and structural components for high-end luxury supercars and race cars.

    RENEWABLE ENERGY

    Composites stand up well to harsh conditions and corrosion. This makes them ideal for use in extreme environments such as off-shore and remote wind energy projects. Turbine housings, rotor blades, and even the entire structural pillar can be made from performance composite materials.

    SPORTING GOODS

    Advanced composites have enjoyed success across many facets of the sporting world, including:

    • Automotive Racing - Body panels and structural components
    • Winter Sports - Skis, ski poles, snowboards, hocky stick shafts, and high performance sleds
    • Summer Sports - Baseball and softball bats, fishing robs, and golf clubs

    INFRASTRUCTURE

    The ability of composites to withstand heat, corrosion, and chemicals makes them ideal building materials. Composites are used in many infrastructure applications from above-ground utility and signposts to public utility and natural resource pipelines.

    DEFENSE

    In the realm of defense, composite materials enhance the durability and reduce the weight of tanks and armored vehicles. These materials also play a crucial role in stealth aircraft construction, offering reduced radar visibility while maintaining structural integrity. In naval applications, composites are used in submarine hulls and surface ship components, providing corrosion resistance and lower maintenance needs.

    TELECOMMUNICATIONS

    Composite materials have found their niche in the fast-evolving telecommunications sector. Often used in the construction of telecommunication towers, they offer reduced weight and improved durability against harsh environmental conditions. Additionally, radomes, which house antennas, frequently employ composite materials to protect delicate equipment without signal interference. The benefits these materials bring are essential in maintaining robust and efficient communication networks.

    CONSUMER GOODS

    Composites enhance both durability and aesthetics in consumer goods. High-end electronic devices often incorporate composite casings to combine sleek design with impact resistance. In the realm of home appliances, such as washing machines and refrigerators, composites contribute to energy efficiency and noise reduction. As a result, consumer products not only look better but also perform more efficiently, benefiting from extended longevity.

    Seeing is Believing

    These micrographs show the cut surface at different magnifications, taken from the Labcut 5000® and without further processing.

    Magnification 50x
    Magnification 200x