FOAMING MATERIALS FOR
COMPOSITE MANUFACTURING
WHAT IS INSITUCORE™
INTERNAL PRESSURE
ENABLES NET SHAPES
- Simplified production process that results in a final lightweight net-shape part or preform with targeted density and strength
- Reduced layup time, cycle time, and labor cost compared to traditional processes
- Reduced waste from machining operations
- Forms and bonds so additional adhesive layers are not required
- Reduced number of reinforcement layers for weight reduction
FEATURES FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE
High Strength
- High compressive strength
- High stiffness-to-weight ratio with a wide range of volumetric expansion
Process
Optimization
- Enables fast cycle times
- Minimal waste, low capital investment, small manufacturing footprint
- Requires no liquid resin infusion
Flexibility in
Design
- Good acoustic & thermal insulation
- Fire-resistant products possible
- Enables lightweighting
Safe and Easy
Handling
- No isocyanates
- Alternative to polyurethane foams
*Always follow SDS guidelines for safe handling.
A JOURNEY FROM RAW MATERIAL
TO A REFINED SHAPE
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Place the InsituCore™ material into the cavity mold with reinforcement fiber layers
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Close and heat the mold. The material foams, building pressure to fill the cavity completely
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Once cooled, open the mold and extract the structural foam part
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Place the InsituCore™ material into the cavity mold with reinforcement fiber layers
learn more
Close and heat the mold. The material foams, building pressure to fill the cavity completely
learn more
Once cooled, open the mold and extract the structural foam part
Material Formats
- Expands to produce a rigid, cross-linked foam
- As a result of the compressive and flexural strength, the number of reinforcement layers may be reduced
Thermosetting
- Expands to produce a viscoelastic foam
- Can provide a damping effect in the finished part
- Excellent adhesion to low surface energy substrates
Thermoplastic
Thermosetting
EXPLORING POSSIBLE USES
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