Alternative Fibers, Binders & Foams

1. Basalt fibers
⁃ Basfiber
⁃ http://www.basfiber.com
⁃ Tensile Strength - ~3,000
⁃ Max Temp - 560˚C
⁃ Russia
⁃ Volcanic rock found all over the world.
2. Eco-comp UV-L
⁃ Sustainable Composites Ltd
⁃ http://www.suscomp.com/resins.htm
⁃ 96% Vegetable oil, no VOCs
⁃ Produced in the UK
3. AIREX T92 foam
⁃ Airex AG, Switzerland, division of Schweiter Technologies, Switzerland.
⁃ Thermoformable, High Temperature resistance, Excellent fatigue strength
⁃ Advanced PET based foam
4. Ecopoxy Systems
⁃ Max load (lab tests) 838 lbs
⁃ High Flexibility and Tensile Strength
⁃ “EcoPoxy® forms strands of cross-linked chains of molecules that intertwine to produce unprecedented strength.
5. Oomoo 25 Silicone
⁃ Elongation at Break: 250%
⁃ Tear Strength: 40pli
⁃ Easy to use silicone rubber

What is a composite?

A composite is any material which is comprised of two or more materials. Most commonly, there's an binder or glue & a filler or fiber.