Polystrand™ Thermoplastic Composite Panels
Lightweight, Strong, & Durable
Constructed of Polystrand™ continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic facesheets thermally bonded with a variety of internal core materials including thermoplastic foam and honeycomb core, these engineered composite panels are constructed without secondary adhesives for a stronger bond and more efficient manufacturing process.
These panels are designed and customized to maximize performance and minimize weight. By configuring facesheet layers, thicknesses, and fiber content in combination with the right core material selection, we can help you achieve your specific design and performance requirements.
Lightweighting
Impact
- Superior strength to weight ratio vs. other materials such as wood and aluminum
- Uniform high quality
- UV, chemical, and moisture resistance
- High impact strength
- Suited for a wide range of end use applications, including boat decks, RV bunks, storm shelters and shipping containers
Resources
Design Guide: Composite Sandwich Panels
Panel material selection and design considerations – get the Design Guide
Whitepaper: Thermoplastic Composite Sandwich Panels
Design optimization, predictive tools and best practices for working with thermoplastic composite sandwich panels
Resources
| NAME | CATEGORY | DESCRIPTION | |
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| Transforming RVs and Caravans with Advanced Composites | Application Overview | Learn how composites are replacing traditional materials in RVs and caravans. | View |
| Composite Laminates for RVs and Caravans | Application Graphic | Polystrand™ continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic laminates offer lightweight, durable, and strong solutions for RV cabinetry, furniture, subfloor, flooring, and roof panels. | View |
| Transforming Modular & Offsite Construction with Advanced Composites | Application Overview | Composite solutions for building and construction applications |
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| Advanced Composites Advancing Innovation in Building and Construction | Video | How are advanced composite solutions fueling innovation in building and construction? These materials are lighter, have a longer lifespan, and facilitate the fast and efficient construction of structures. | View |
| Garage Door Composite Panel Application Overview | Application Overview | Application overview for composite panels and laminates used in garage door panels. | View |
| Garage Door Panel | Case Study | Polystrand™ Thermoplastic Composite Panels provided custom-formulated panels with UV stable laminates and improved the efficiency of the manufacturing process for OEM. |
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| Wall and Floor Panels for Adventure Camper Manufacturer | Case Study | Polystrand™ Thermoplastic Composite Sandwich Panels provided lightweight, durability, and insulation requirements for camper. | View |
| Modular Wall Construction | Case Study | Polystrand™ Thermoplastic Composite Panels provided on-site technical support and customization for modular wall construction. | View |
| Polystrand™ Thermoplastic Composite Panels | Processing + Design Guide | Application and installation guide for comparison data, application guidance, and tips for installation. | View |
| Polystrand aPET Cargo Trailer | Case Study | Polystrand™ aPET thermoplastic composite tri-ply laminate solution replaced metal and provided an impact resistant and corrosion-proof composite material to prevent dents and rust.. | View |
| Advanced Composites for Automotive Applications | Video | Polystrand™, Glasforms™, and Gordon Composites™ are exceptional alternatives to traditional materials such as wood, ceramic, and metal for automotive applications. | View |
| Advanced Composites Automotive Overview | Application Overview | Composite solutions for lightweighting, reinforcing, and replacing metal in automotive applications. | View |
| Get to Know Composite Sandwich Structures | Article | Design optimization, predictive tools, and best practices for thermoplastic composite sandwich panels. | View |
| White Paper: Thermoplastic Composite Sandwich Panels | White Paper | Design optimization, predictive tools and best practices for working with thermoplastic composite sandwich panels. |
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| Polystrand™ Materials and Applications - Video | Video | Polystrand™ continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic composites - lightweight, strong, and versatile. |
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| Composite Sandwich Panels | Processing + Design Guide | Your comprehensive resource for material selection and design considerations of composite sandwich panels. | View |
| CFRTP Advantages & Applications | White Paper | Explore the functionality and versatility of continuous fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composites. | View |
| Processing & Design Guide: Polystrand™ Thermoplastic Composites | Processing + Design Guide | Guide to processing Polystrand Continuous Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites. |
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| Hammerhead™ Marine Panels - Application & Installation Guide | Application Overview | Learn about Hammerhead™ Marine Composite Panels made from continuous glass-fiber reinforced thermoplastic face sheets and polyester foam cores. | View |
| Advanced Composites Webinar | Video | Take a closer look at the benefits of continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic composites. | View |
| Polystrand™ Product Selection Guide | Product Selection Guide | Polystrand™ material properties, capabilities, product nomenclature and lamination lay-up configurations |
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| Webinar: Composite Sandwich Panels | Webinar | Explore Design and Material Selection of Composite Panels for Structural Components |
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| Smart Materials™ Advanced Composites for Demanding Applications - eBook | eBook | Take a comprehensive look at composite materials to help you identify the best solution for your needs. | View |
Webinar: Composite Sandwich Panels
Explore design & material selection of composite panels for structural components