This week, Emma Swiers gave us the rundown of her daily tasks and responsibilities in her role as Sales Manager at Permali! We also heard about her favourite aspects of the job, and why Permali is a good company to work for! What does your job involve? ‘My job involves a combination of account…
What is a Pre-preg? A pre-preg is a semi-finished material used in the manufacture of high-performance composite parts. It refers to fibres “pre-impregnated” with a plastic or rubber resin system. Making composite parts from pre-preg allows for a higher ratio of fibre vs resin when compared to other composite manufacturing methods, resulting in higher mechanical…
Types of Composite Materials A composite material, commonly shortened to composites, describes material that results from at least two other components, often to form one with superior properties. Yet, despite this bonding, in composites the constituent components are still distinctly identifiable. Traditional materials may serve a limited range of applications, whereas compositional materials are more…
By Definition… A composite material is the permanent combination of at least two contributory materials, often with different or competing physical or chemical qualities. A composite combines these materials to form a more superior material with improved properties. Importantly, a composite doesn’t forfeit its original identity, but carries through its useful characteristics into the new…
