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by products. It also details the demand for grp products, problems in the industry and growth potential. Fuji Bank Bulletin Vol XXIV No 5 (May 1973) published by the Research Division, The Fuji Bank Ltd, Tokyo, Japan
Selection of engineering resins Control tower cabin o f a water treatment works fabricated in GRP by Pylon Developments Limited, Sittingbourne, England, for the Medwater Water Board.
consists of an introduction to the programme, followed by sections dealing progressively with aspects of plastics extrusion technology. 108 pages, 46 illustrations, price £2.00. All orders and enquiries should be addressed to Mr T. Davies, The Plastics Institute, 11 Hobart Place, London SWlW 0HL
Reports from Techlink Techlink, an information link between research and industry in the UK under the Department of Trade and Industry, recently announced the availability of two reports, one on high modulus fibre spinning yarns and the other on fibre-reinforced concrete.
Spinning yarns of high modulus fibres (no 1330) describes a two-slurry vortex spinning apparatus used to produce yarn from a variety of materials, and subsequent production of composites using the yarns.
Fibre-reinforced concrete ('no 133 7) presents a general view of fibre-reinforced concrete, including choice of fibre, manufacture of the concrete, handling, fabrication and applications. Techlink Unit, Technology Reports Centre, Orpington, Kent, BR5 3RF, England
Japanese Industry r e p o r t fibreglass reinforced plastics The May 1973 issue of the Fuji Bank Bulletin contains a review of the fibreglass reinforced plastics industry in Japan. The issue includes a number of comparitive tables listing, among other statistics, an international comparison of demand and a breakdown of the Japanese domestic market
COMPOSITES . SEPTEMBER 1973
Celanese Plastics Co have produced a booklet aimed at providing comparitire data on engineering resins. Entitled 'What you always wanted to know about engineering resins', the 21 page booklet contains data on long term properties such as temperature dependance, tensile strength, impact strength, creep resistance and chemical environments, and on short term properties such as thermal and electrical conductivity and mechanical properties. There is also a brief review of the various resins available from resin manufacturers. Amcel Ltd, 78/80 St Albans Road, Watford, Hefts, WD2 4AP, England
Captive nut for grp Fastex have developed a captive nut, injection-moulded from nylon for the blind assembly fastening of components to glass reinforced plastics panels: Fastex claim significant cost savings over conventional bonding-in of fasteners during grp lay-up, as well as high strength and resistance to vibration. Fastex (a division of ITW Ltd), 470-474 Bath Road, Cippenham, Slough SL1 6BJ, England
Consumer goods in fibre resin mouldings Recent announcements from Fibre Resin Development Ltd suggest that there is the possibility of a large range of viable applications for fibre resin mouldings, particularly in the consumer goods market. Fibre resin mouldings are already used for such things as the moulded back on television sets, and find extensive use in the motor industry for such items as parcel shelves, fascia units, door trim panels, glove boxes and roof interior linings. Fibre Resin Developments feel that the new range of basic properties and finishes available for resin mouldings - for example, spray painted and textured surfaces will make them suitable for other consumer goods. Suggestions for new uses included suitcase shells, trunk
and bag reinforcement, pallets, storage bins, chair seats and backs, table tops, drawers and shelving units, and also for door and wall panels, wardrobe and cupboard units. Fibre Resin Developments Ltd, Clarence Road, East Cowes, Isle of Wight, England
Low cost housing in fibreglass laminates Pioneer Glass Fibre Products Ltd have started production of twobedroomed bungalows which are constructed using moulded fibreglass composite sections: the fibreglass matting used for the mouldings is supplied by Fibreglass Ltd, a member of the Pilkington Group. Pioneer claim that savings of up to 60% over comparable brick-built houses are possible by using the fibreglass sections; speed of assembly is another major advantage. The strength and durability of the fibreglass house compares well with a similar brick-built structure. Further details from D. Murray, Press Officer, Fibreglass Ltd, St Helen's, Lancashire, England
Crystic resin in process engineering This booklet has been compiled by Scott Bader, with the assistance of their customers, and illustrates strength, versatility, durability and chemical resistance of grp, especially in applications where other materials such as steel cannot be used because of the hostile nature of the environment involved. Sixteen case histories are given, showing a variety of industrial applications, including acid storage tanks, boiler stacks, road tankers and fume ducting. Scott Bader Company Ltd, Wollaston, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire NN9 7RL, England
Carbon fibres chosen for round-the world yacht Courtaulds 'Grafil' high modulus ribbon has been chosen by Chay Blyth for reinforcement of the hull of his yacht 'Great Britain II', launched on 21 May 1973. The incorporation of Grafil carbon fibres in a knitted glass fibre fabric allows high modulus reinforcement to be applied quickly and efficiently
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Selection of engineering resins Control tower cabin o f a water treatment works fabricated in GRP by Pylon Developments Limited, Sittingbourne, England, for the Medwater Water Board.
consists of an introduction to the programme, followed by sections dealing progressively with aspects of plastics extrusion technology. 108 pages, 46 illustrations, price £2.00. All orders and enquiries should be addressed to Mr T. Davies, The Plastics Institute, 11 Hobart Place, London SWlW 0HL
Reports from Techlink Techlink, an information link between research and industry in the UK under the Department of Trade and Industry, recently announced the availability of two reports, one on high modulus fibre spinning yarns and the other on fibre-reinforced concrete.
Spinning yarns of high modulus fibres (no 1330) describes a two-slurry vortex spinning apparatus used to produce yarn from a variety of materials, and subsequent production of composites using the yarns.
Fibre-reinforced concrete ('no 133 7) presents a general view of fibre-reinforced concrete, including choice of fibre, manufacture of the concrete, handling, fabrication and applications. Techlink Unit, Technology Reports Centre, Orpington, Kent, BR5 3RF, England
Japanese Industry r e p o r t fibreglass reinforced plastics The May 1973 issue of the Fuji Bank Bulletin contains a review of the fibreglass reinforced plastics industry in Japan. The issue includes a number of comparitive tables listing, among other statistics, an international comparison of demand and a breakdown of the Japanese domestic market
COMPOSITES . SEPTEMBER 1973
Celanese Plastics Co have produced a booklet aimed at providing comparitire data on engineering resins. Entitled 'What you always wanted to know about engineering resins', the 21 page booklet contains data on long term properties such as temperature dependance, tensile strength, impact strength, creep resistance and chemical environments, and on short term properties such as thermal and electrical conductivity and mechanical properties. There is also a brief review of the various resins available from resin manufacturers. Amcel Ltd, 78/80 St Albans Road, Watford, Hefts, WD2 4AP, England
Captive nut for grp Fastex have developed a captive nut, injection-moulded from nylon for the blind assembly fastening of components to glass reinforced plastics panels: Fastex claim significant cost savings over conventional bonding-in of fasteners during grp lay-up, as well as high strength and resistance to vibration. Fastex (a division of ITW Ltd), 470-474 Bath Road, Cippenham, Slough SL1 6BJ, England
Consumer goods in fibre resin mouldings Recent announcements from Fibre Resin Development Ltd suggest that there is the possibility of a large range of viable applications for fibre resin mouldings, particularly in the consumer goods market. Fibre resin mouldings are already used for such things as the moulded back on television sets, and find extensive use in the motor industry for such items as parcel shelves, fascia units, door trim panels, glove boxes and roof interior linings. Fibre Resin Developments feel that the new range of basic properties and finishes available for resin mouldings - for example, spray painted and textured surfaces will make them suitable for other consumer goods. Suggestions for new uses included suitcase shells, trunk
and bag reinforcement, pallets, storage bins, chair seats and backs, table tops, drawers and shelving units, and also for door and wall panels, wardrobe and cupboard units. Fibre Resin Developments Ltd, Clarence Road, East Cowes, Isle of Wight, England
Low cost housing in fibreglass laminates Pioneer Glass Fibre Products Ltd have started production of twobedroomed bungalows which are constructed using moulded fibreglass composite sections: the fibreglass matting used for the mouldings is supplied by Fibreglass Ltd, a member of the Pilkington Group. Pioneer claim that savings of up to 60% over comparable brick-built houses are possible by using the fibreglass sections; speed of assembly is another major advantage. The strength and durability of the fibreglass house compares well with a similar brick-built structure. Further details from D. Murray, Press Officer, Fibreglass Ltd, St Helen's, Lancashire, England
Crystic resin in process engineering This booklet has been compiled by Scott Bader, with the assistance of their customers, and illustrates strength, versatility, durability and chemical resistance of grp, especially in applications where other materials such as steel cannot be used because of the hostile nature of the environment involved. Sixteen case histories are given, showing a variety of industrial applications, including acid storage tanks, boiler stacks, road tankers and fume ducting. Scott Bader Company Ltd, Wollaston, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire NN9 7RL, England
Carbon fibres chosen for round-the world yacht Courtaulds 'Grafil' high modulus ribbon has been chosen by Chay Blyth for reinforcement of the hull of his yacht 'Great Britain II', launched on 21 May 1973. The incorporation of Grafil carbon fibres in a knitted glass fibre fabric allows high modulus reinforcement to be applied quickly and efficiently
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