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Introduced over 50 years ago, composites are fiber-reinforced plastics used in a variety of products, applications and industries. While the term "composite" can apply to any combination of individual materials, Composites One focuses on fibers, primarily glass, that have been impregnated with a plastic resin matrix. Combining glass fibers with resin matrix results in composites that are strong, lightweight, corrosion-resistant and dimensionally stable. They also provide good design flexibility and high dielectric strength, and usually require lower tooling costs. Because of these advantages, composites are being used in a growing number of industries, such as recreational boating applications. Their tremendous strength-to-weight and design flexibility make them ideal in structural components for the transportation industry. High-strength lightweight premium composite materials such as carbon fiber and epoxies are being used for aerospace applications and in high performance sporting goods. Composites' superior electrical insulating properties also make them ideal for appliances, tools and machinery. Tanks and pipes constructed with corrosion-resistant composites offer extended service life over those made with metals.One of composites' main advantages is how their components - glass fiber and resin matrix - complement each other. While thin glass fibers are quite strong, they are also susceptible to damage. Certain plastics are relatively weak, yet extremely versatile and tough. Combining these two components together, however, results in a material that is more useful than either is separately. With the right fiber, resin and manufacturing process, designers today can tailor composites to meet final product requirements that could not be met by using other materials. The key factors to consider are fiber, resin and filler, detailed below.Glass-reinforced composites gain their strength from thin glass fibers set within their resin matrix. These strong, stiff fibers carry the load while the resin matrix spreads the load imposed on the composite. A wide variety of properties can be achieved by selecting the proper glass type, filament diameter, sizing chemistry and fiber forms (e.g., roving, fabric, etc.).

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