Event Details

Fibre reinforced polymers (FRPs) can be formulated to withstand a variety of service environments and to satisfy many specific end-use requirements. The surface finish of fibre reinforced polymers can be used to enhance the aesthetics and/or function of the piece. In process technology, gel/flow coats, in-mould films and sprays are just some of the techniques used to help composite materials meet their design brief where the surface finish of a part can also affect wear resistance and bonding methods. Surface finishes can be highly refined or they may be textured, and parts can be large or small, simple or complex, overall giving great flexibility in design.

Aim of the Event

This event will look at why a particular surface finish is used and new techniques and products within the industry.

Programme

10:00 Registration
10:30 Coating Application Systems - Chris Pallister, International Paint Limited
11:00 Engineered Coatings for Composites: Now and the Future - Graham Armstrong, Indestructible Paint Limited
11:30 Break
12:00 In-Mould Gel Coating for RTM & RIFT Processes - John Summerscales, University of Plymouth
12:30 Surface Finish Challenges for Long Lasting, Light Weight Composite Superyachts - Adrian Gillitt, Green Marine Limited
13:00 Lunch
14:00 Creating a Class A Surface with Vacuum Infusion and Hand Lay Up - Louise Fielder-White, FORMAX
14:30 Surface Finish Considerations for the Chanel Pavilion – An Architects Perspective - Edwin Stokes, NetComposites Limited
15:00 Discussion
15:15 Close

Registration

Each delegate place costs £145 (ex VAT), please click here to download a registration form or request one from claire.whysall@netcomposites.com.