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Zyvex unveils ZNT-boost composite fibre toughening system

18 May '15

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Zyvex Technologies, US-based molecular carbon nanotechnology company, has launched a new product called ZNT-boost, an epoxy-composite toughening system for carbon and glass fibre composites that brings the benefits of increased toughness without compromising the strength and stiffness of the composite.

Unlike most toughening systems, ZNT-boost doesn’t force to compromise on one property to increase another. It often increases the toughness of the composite up to 100 per cent while increasing the stiffness and strength up to 30 per cent.

In addition to providing a unique combination of toughness and strength, ZNT-boost is easy to use with standard composite processing systems and is the simplest way to leverage the benefits of carbon nanomaterials. No process changes need to be made and no changes are required in catalysts or curing agents when using ZNT-boost, Zyvex said in a statement.

In deploying the first commercial adoption of ZNT-boost, Zyvex Technologies worked closely with Composites Universal Group (CUG) located in Scappoose, Oregon.

Lance Criscuolo, president of Zyvex Technologies said, “Our mutual customer in the marine industry needed exceptional toughness for their application, but didn’t want to compromise on the strength and stiffness of the final product. We knew that CUG had a reputation for working with new technology and the right capabilities for a successful deployment of a new material. We are very pleased with their support, the level of professionalism, and expertise at CUG to deliver a quality solution.”

Steve Ruege, CEO of CUG said, “The ZNT-boost product was very easy to use and enabled our engineers to adapt to the needs of the customer without making a bunch of changes to our process. We are happy to be one of the first companies to successfully use this new system in a commercial application and look forward to serving more customers with difficult applications.”

ZNT-boost is available in two forms namely liquid and dry flake (powder) for most epoxy-based composite applications that include prepreg, VARTM, infusions, and hand layup. ZNT-boost works with most forms of epoxy, vinyl esters and polyesters. (GK)

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