Case Studies

Proven Performance Across Industries

Atlas Fibre’s innovative materials and precisely manufactured components drive performance, efficiency, and reliability in the most critical and demanding applications. Explore real-world case studies showcasing how thermoset composites solve common industry challenges—from reducing weight in aerospace to enhancing wear resistance in industrial machinery. Discover how leading manufacturers improve durability, safety, and efficiency by replacing traditional materials with advanced composites.

Lightweighting in Aerospace Components

In the highly competitive aerospace industry, reducing weight without compromising strength and performance is a critical challenge. Discover how one aerospace manufacturer sought to replace traditional metal components with advanced materials, resulting in lower operational costs, enhanced sustainability, and improved compliance.

Challenge: An aerospace manufacturer needed to reduce the weight of structural and interior components while maintaining high strength and thermal resistance.
Solution: Replacing aluminum and titanium components with high-performance thermoset composites resulted in a 40% weight reduction, improved fuel efficiency, and maintained mechanical integrity.
Outcome: Lower operational costs, reduced emissions, and compliance with stringent aerospace regulations.

Aerospace

Corrosion Resistance in Marine Applications

Corrosion in saltwater environments leads to frequent maintenance and costly downtime for marine equipment manufacturers. Learn how one company eliminated corrosion issues by replacing metal components with G10/FR4 thermoset composites, extending component lifespan, reducing maintenance cycles, and improving reliability.

Challenge: A marine equipment manufacturer struggled with metal corrosion in saltwater environments, increasing maintenance costs and downtime.

Solution: Switching to a thermoset composite like G10/FR4 eliminated corrosion issues while maintaining structural integrity and machinability.

Outcome: Extended component lifespan by 3x, reduced maintenance cycles, and improved reliability in harsh environments.

Wear Resistance in Industrial Machinery

Frequent wear and replacement of metal components in industrial presses led to costly downtime and maintenance. Learn how one manufacturer improved durability and efficiency by switching to thermoset composite bearings and bushings, doubling component lifespan and reducing machine downtime.

Challenge: Metal wear pads and bearings in industrial presses experienced rapid degradation, requiring frequent replacement.
Solution: Thermoset composite bearings and bushings provided low friction, high wear resistance, and self-lubricating properties.
Outcome: Doubled component lifespan, reduced downtime, and improved machine efficiency.

Impact Resistance in Firearms & Defense Components

Weight, heat transfer, and durability are critical factors in firearm and defense equipment design. Discover how one manufacturer enhanced impact resistance and reduced weight by 30% by replacing metal grips, handguards, and stocks with thermoset composites, improving handling and comfort.

Challenge: Metal grips, handguards, and stocks for firearms added weight and transferred heat during rapid firing.
Solution: Replacing metal with thermoset composites reduced weight by 30%, improved impact resistance, and minimized thermal conductivity.
Outcome: Lighter, more durable components with improved handling and comfort.

Defense

Electrical Insulation for Power Distribution

Ensuring safety and efficiency in power distribution systems requires materials with high electrical insulation properties. Discover how one manufacturer replaced traditional metal components with GPO-3 thermoset composites, improving safety, simplifying design, and reducing manufacturing complexity.

Challenge: Traditional metal components in switchgear and transformers conducted electricity, leading to safety concerns and complex grounding requirements.
Solution: Thermoset composite laminates such as GPO-3 replaced metal parts, offering high dielectric strength, flame resistance, and ease of machining.
Outcome: Enhanced safety, simplified design, and reduced manufacturing complexity.

Electrical Insulation

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