Overview
Vinyl ester is a thermoset matrix resin that is among the most widely used in the composites industry. It is often used in environments that require high strength and corrosion resistance, including the marine, industrial, energy and infrastructure markets.
Vinyl Esters Make Tough Parts For Highly Corrosive Applications
An array of case studies showcases the growing acceptance of fiberglass/vinyl ester composites in harsh industrial environments.
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Market trends and tighter budgets are helping to expand the use of composites to repair and replace corrosion-damaged infrastructure — aboveground and underground.
Tough resins for aggressive environments 6/1/2011 Composites TechnologyNew thermoset systems drive composites deeper into markets where fire, corrosion, stress and fatigue are ever-present threats.
Cabin cruiser: Making the most of a mirror finish 1/31/2011 Composites TechnologyThe hull mirror-like gel coat finish on the Daedulus 30 cabin cruiser was achieved through a combination of Marine Concepts’ (Lee-on-the-Solent, Hampshire, U.K.) mold design experience and fabrication techniques and materials provided by Scott Bader (Wollaston, Northamptonshire, U.K.).
Corrosion resistance: Desert-bound chemical and potable-water tanks 9/30/2010 Composites TechnologyRL Industries (Fairfield, Ohio) recently overcame logistical obstacles to successfully fabricate five large composite storage tanks for a chemical plant in Saudi Arabia.
DDG-1000 Zumwalt: Stealth warship 1/18/2010 Composites TechnologyU.S. Navy navigates radar transparency, cost and weight challenges with composite superstructure design.
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