Composites

Performance Solutions E-News
Latest advances in nonwoven technology.

Edition 1: Spring, 2002
Edition 2:  Fall, 2002
Edition 3: Spring, 2003


National Nonwovens is at the forefront in engineering fiber-processing technologies for composite materials.  

NEW PRODUCTS
We were challenged to create composite materials specifically for the Aerospace Industry that are progressive and innovative.  They must meet and surpass the intense demands of the market.   THE RESULT: The Next Generations of Atvantage® Composite Insulating Cores (CIC) and Composite Structural Cores (CSC).  Two new exciting products are CIC007 and CSC005.

National Nonwovens’ composite products play an integral role in defining the future of nonwovens with progressive materials in many product categories, such as:

 

Atvantage® – Composite Structural Core and Composite Insulating Core

Engineered for specific end uses, Atvantage® provides compressive strength, flame retardancy, acoustic attenuation, and thermal insulation, while achieving a balance between product performance, life, and cost.  Atvantage® is available in a structural core and an insulating core.

Composite Structural Core (CSC): Mechanically interlocked in an isotropic array with chemical enhancements, CSC provides acoustic, thermal, and vibration attenuation while maintaining all structural properties… even in complex shapes including strength, stiffness, thickness, and uniformity.  By adjusting fiber blends and resins, CSC is engineered to be manufacturing compatible with your fabricating processes.

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CSC can be used in many product designs, including those that must meet requirements for FAR 25.853, BAC-5564, and U.L. 94 HB Tests.  Applications range from military shelters, to amusement rides.  Although CSC is widely found in the aerospace and automotive industries, it is also popular in the medical and marine environments. CSC is engineered to meet the following performance criteria:

  • Enhanced Bonding Strength - Homogeneous surface with multiple fiber bonding points.
  • Acoustical Insulator - Absorbs and filters specific frequency ranges.
  • Machinable - Does not distort when cut without skin.
  • Unique Moldability - Retains thickness and compressive strength in radius.   No expansion or compression gaps.
  • Simplistic Sealing Process - Seal edges with stiff resin only - no need to fill voids with putty.
  • Increased Structural Strength - Engineered for specific applications while maintaining structural properties.
  • Unique Z-axis Orientation – Provides increased stiffness, split strength, and comprehensive strength.

Products include:

CSC001 – an advanced composite made from high performance fibers. We work closely with customers to provide CSC001 in mediums that fit their manufacturing processes including:

  • Available in cured sheets up to five yards in length
  • Available in a wet moldable state
    - Contained in an air tight environment (do not expose to UV light)
    - Does not require refrigeration

CSC001 can be used in many product designs and meets tough industry standards.  Meets requirements for FAR 25.853/60 second vertical burn test, U.L. 94 Horizontal Burn Test and BAC-5564 crushed core MOP sandwich panel certifications, including:
            -  Flammability
            -  Heat Release
            -  Smoke Density Test
            -  Climbing Drum Peel Strength
            -  Long Beam Flexural Strength

3 point shear (load/cross head displacement):
            -  Transverse:  690 lbs/.15”
            -  Longitudinal: 565 lbs/.15”
            -  Flat wise tension:   264 lbs/.15”

CSC002 – a superiorly engineered, economical composite made from polyester fibers.  National Nonwovens works closely with customers to provide CSC002 in mediums that fit their manufacturing processes.

  • Available in cured sheets up to five yards in length
  • Available in rolled goods up to 90” wide

CSC004 — engineered from high performance fibers with chemical enhancements.  It can be used in many product designs and meets tough industry standards including requirements for FAR 25.853/60 second vertical burn test, U.L. 94 Horizontal Burn Test and BAC-5564 crushed core MOP sandwich panel certifications:
          -  Flammability
          -  Heat Release
          -  Smoke Density Test
          -  Climbing Drum Peel Strength
          -  Long Beam Flexural Strength

CSC004 is engineered to be manufacturing compatible with standard composite material processing methods and pre-preg systems. 

  • Available in cured sheets up 122 inches in length
  • Do not expose to UV Light
  • No refrigeration required

CSC005 — meets the demanding aerospace challenge to be lighter and thinner.   It is designed for enhanced vibration and acoustical attenuation, and thermal insulation while providing structural properties.  It is manufacturing compatible with standard composite material processing methods and pre-preg systems.  We will work closely with you to provide CSC005 in mediums that fit your manufacturing processes. 

  • Lightest and thinnest CSC material available
  • Exceptional impact resistance: protects against impacts while providing excellent damage tolerance
  • Available in a wet moldable state that is contained in an air tight environment without requiring refrigeration. 

 

Composite Insulating Core (CIC):  CIC’s superior design offers exceptional insulating properties where stability in high temperature environments is required.  CIC is a structured fiber array; constructed using advanced manufacturing techniques. It can be chemically enhanced but does not need woven fabric support. CIC is compatible with your fabricating processes and can be used in many product designs, including those that must pass tough industry standards such as FAR 25.853, U.L 94 HB, and BAC-5564.

National Nonwovens offers six distinct styles for many unique applications, including:

  • CIC001 – lightweight, low density insulating batting.
  • CIC002 & CIC006 – consistent Z-axis integrity provides uniform thickness and density.
  • CIC003 – resilient with rapid compressive recovery ensuring surface uniformity.
  • CIC004 – dense formidable construction yielding unique compressive strength
  • CIC007 - excellent repellency against oil and water with superior dimensional stability

CIC001pliable.  CIC001 is lightweight with low density and an insulating batting. 

  • Fills problematic and intricate voids
  • Thermal and acoustical insulator

CIC002 & CIC006stable.  CIC002’s consistent Z-axis integrity provides uniform thickness and density.

  • Enhanced dimensional stability while resisting shedding or linting
  • Thermal and acoustical insulator for dimensions with exacting tolerances 

In August, 2002, National Nonwovens conducted a series of tests to the improved Atvantage® Composite Insulating Core, Style: CIC006, Velcro® compatible materials.  These standardized ASTM tests, which measures the sound absorption capabilities and thermal conductivity, proved that CIC006 is significantly superior when compared to the current competitive materials.

         Style: CIC006 Test Results

CIC003resilient.  CIC003 has rapid compressive recovery ensuring surface uniformity.

  • Long life undeterred by environmental factors, i.e., heat, humidity, and usage
  • Conforms to intricate spatial configurations

CIC004machinable.  CIC004 has a dense formidable construction yielding unique compressive strength.

  • Maintains structural integrity during and after machining and unique structure forming
  • Complex geometries possible

CIC007enhanced.  CIC007 is an excellent repellent against oil and water with superior dimensional stability.

  • Outstanding Velcro® compatibility for easy structural attachment
  • Resist fiber release for optimum cleanliness

 

Breather/Bleeder Cloths

National Nonwovens’ provides premium breather cloths for composite processing.  The breather cloths’ unique composition enables volatile gas and resin to evaporate during curing.  Advanced design technology provides increased absorption, uniform thickness, and consistent permeability making these breather cloths and excellent choice for bleeder cloths.   Products include:

BRE001

  • Super stable
  • Lightweight
  • Easy to handle - easy to lay-up and remove
  • High permeability
  • Reduces problems with air pockets
  • Thermally stable at 350° F

BRE002

  • Material is resilient, soft, and moldable
  • Intense maximum use temperature with ranges reaching 400° F
  • Flame retardant capabilities can be added

BRE003

  • Material is extremely light with weights under 3 oz/yd2
  • High permeability
  • Thermally stable at 350° F
 

Filtration Composite Products

 

Dual Density – Multi-Section, Long Life Filter

A true dual density filter.  The first filter section is open, springy, and resilient with high denier and low density.  The second filter section contrasts by being thin, stiff, rigid, and dense with fine denier.  Together, they make a high-depth loading, long life filter perfect for automotive carbon canisters.   It is also excellent for vacuum cleaners, furnace and air conditioner filters, and pleated filters.  Two unique constructions provide a “true” dual density media.

Filter Section 1:
    - Open, springy, and resilient
    - Coarse, high denier
    - Low density

Filter Section 2:
    - Thin, stiff, and rigid
    - Fine denier
    - High density

The result when Filter Section 1 and Filter Section 2 are combined  – an extremely long life filter.  Filter will not distort and will die-cut straight.  Exceptionally Effective! Example— Large particles “bounce off” and carbon is prevented from moving through the multiple layers in automotive carbon canisters. 

HepaFelt® – advanced sub-micron filtration

A revolutionary new sub-micron filter with remarkable high depth-loading capabilities.  You will be amazed at its thickness, efficiency, and low   pressure drop (DeltaP).  This filter can be used for both wet and dry applications.  Product features:

  • High depth-loading capabilities
  • High efficiency
  • Low pressure drop (DeltaP)

Filter 12 – innovative vapor neutralizing filter

Stops odors by neutralizing harmful vapors.  This innovative filter is extremely effective on formaldehyde, a potential carcinogen found in hospitals and laboratories. Product features:

  • Aldehyde vapors are chemically neutralized when air passes through filter media
  • For wet applications, formaldehyde solutions are chemically neutralized and retained in media
  • Patented fiber is durable and resists tearing, even when saturated
  • Incineration of filter is clean and efficient with reduced threat of exposure

 

Medical Composite Products

 

Emergency Cooling Cloths - first aid for heat illness, emergencies, and hyperthermic conditions

Superabsorbent fibers "lock in" water, reducing body temperature during heat emergencies.  While stabilizing vital body functions, material soothes and comforts victims of heat stroke, heat exhaustion, and other hyperthermic conditions.   Evaporative cooling method allows cloth to be reused in future traumas.  Features and benefits include:

  • Super Absorbent! – Absorbs 20 times its weight
  • Water is "locked in" a stable, comfortable gel for quick, constant reduction of body temperature
  • Reusable
  • Chemical free
  • User friendly - easy to store - easy to use
  • Material is soft, comfortable, and comforting

Formaldehyde Neutralizer Pads Dramatically minimizes exposure to formaldehyde vapors

A major crisis facing today’s hospitals, laboratories and other healthcare providers is the occupational exposure and disposal of formaldehyde, a known carcinogen.  National Nonwovens' Formaldehyde Neutralizer Pads offer a way to significantly reduce exposure by chemically neutralizing formaldehyde and encapsulating the escaping vapors within the pad.

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  • Significantly reduces exposure to formaldehyde vapors
  • Minimizes cleanup.  Incineration of pads is clean and efficient with minimal threat of exposure 

 

Non-Skid Absorbent Pads

A revolutionary product engineered for optimum absorbency, wicking, and retention of fluids while keeping the work place safe with its superior strength, durability, and non-skid properties.  Designed for demanding environments:  hospital operating rooms, scientific laboratories, industrial sites, and marine installations.  Features include:

  • Soft
  • Drapeable
  • Durable
  • Slip resistant
  • Vapor barrier
  • Absorbent
  • Superior strength – compared to standard paper products

SureSorb® - Super absorbent clinical pads for after-life applications

Contamination Control… a major crises facing today’s hospitals, laboratories, and mortuary providers.  National Nonwovens fights contamination with SureSorb® Superabsorbent Clinical Pads.  SureSorb® minimizes exposure and transmission of aerosol and solution based pathogens by absorbing, encapsulating, and retaining bio-hazardous fluids with patented fiber technology.   Innovative needling technology is the cornerstone behind National Nonwovens success in many diverse markets and the reason why we are a vital partner in the After-Life Industry.  Benefits include:

  • Patented fibers absorb and retain up to 60 times their own weight in fluids (pictured right).  Work area stays drier and cleaner.

  • Durable and tear resistant, even when saturated.

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  • Available in pre-cut sizes for a wide variety of healthcare applications, including pathology, laboratory, and mortuary functions.  SureSorb® uses are virtually unlimited.

  • Convenient Disposal.  Minimizes cost of cleanup. Clean, efficient incineration reduces threat of exposure.

  • Encapsulation of bio-hazardous fluids prevents transmission of aerosol and solution based pathogens.

  • Pads are available in pre-cut sizes for wide variety of healthcare applications, including: pathology, laboratory and mortuary functions.  SureSorb® uses are  virtually unlimited and are available in the following after-life applications:
         - Autopsy Table Pad (ATP)
         - Dissecting Table Pad (DTP)
         - Surgical Cutting Board Pad (SCBP)
         - Biopsy Sample Pad (BSP)
         - Morgue Trough Pads (MTP)
         - Morgue Stretcher Pads (MSP)
         - Head Pack
        

WoundFelt – Wound Care Composites

Variety and Consistency... Whether the application requires large products for excessive fluid control, small bandages for everyday use, or specialty cloths with added comfort for burn victims, National Nonwovens delivers a multitude of consistent quality and premium products.  Products include:

  • AID002 - Provides strength, durability, comfort, and absorbency in a premium polyethylene laminate composite.  AID002 is perfect for adhesive bandages.

  • AID003 - Highly absorbent... perfect for customization.  Unsupported material in a premium, polyethylene laminate composite provides exceptional flexibility for a variety of applications requiring optimum comfort and absorbency.

 

Printable Materials

Our innovative printable materials have intense aesthetic appeal. Ideal for many diverse applications from radical recreational equipment to engaging Aerospace graphics.   Style: PRT009 is ideal for the process of digitally enhancing images for molded-in graphics. It intensifies the vibrant three-dimensional effect, providing a stunning appearance for many types of products.

 

Protection Composite Products

 

FRS – fire retardant substrates

National Nonwovens is the premier manufacturer of fire retardant materials specific for seat structures.  FRS provides optimum protection for a wide variety of applications including airplanes, automobiles, and school buses to name a few.  Product features include:

  • Excellent flame barrier
  • Extremely high strength
  • High puncture resistance
  • Excellent tear resistance

 

ProTechtor® - high performance nonwovens engineered for maximum protection  

Applications include:

  • Protective Apparel - vests, gloves, chainsaw pants, helmets

  • Armor - vehicle/body, aircraft, shelters

  • Blast Containment - explosive sheathings, high energy devices, engine/transmission, housings

  • Fire Protectionturncoats, overcoats

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ProTechtor® is available in four innovative styles:
  • CBS001

  • CBS002

  • CBS003

  • CBS004

IMPORTANT NOTICE:   ProTechtor® Style CBS002 , was qualified by an independent lab, H.P. White Laboratory, Inc.:

  • U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration Advisory Circular No. 25.795-2, FLIGHTDECK PENETRATION RESISTANCE, dated January 10, 2002
  • NIJ Level IIIA — National Institute of Justice:  9 mm FMJ 1430 ft/sec +/- 30, .44 Magnum JHP 1430 ft/sec +/- 30

Utilizing advanced needling technology; ProTechtor® is designed and tested to withstand the toughest forces on its own merits.  It is mechanically interlocked for optimum dispersion, absorption and containment against harmful and deadly forces with numerous valuable features, including:

  • Abrasion resistant
  • Moldable
  • Lightweight
  • Flame retardant
  • Thermal and acoustical insulator
  • Easily installed and removed
  • Maintains properties when cut into small sections
  • Provides optimum dispersion, absorption & containment

 

SafeSorb - super absorbent protection cloth

A revolutionary nonwoven composite with extraordinary absorbent properties capable of neutralizing deadly forces including fire and tear gas.    Once charged with water, SafeSorb will act as a protective barrier, keeping people safe in a wide variety of situations including fire, heat, and terrorism.  Features include:

  • Super Absorbent! – Absorbs 20 times its weight
  • Chemical free
  • Prevents exposure to fire and tear gas
  • Charges with water
  • User friendly - easy to store - easy to use
  • Material is soft and non-threatening

 

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ProTechtor® is a registered trademark of National Nonwovens
HepaFelt® is a registered trademark of National Nonwovens
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